On Friday 20 November, Hui-ā-Iwi began. It was time for all the whānau to get in their waka and take the long drive down to Ōtepoti to meet and gather with the rest of Ngāi Tahu. We hope everyone is back home safely and well rested after their fun-filled weekend. It was beautiful to see the whānau on stage during their kapa haka performances.
Waewae whānau backstage before Te Atakura.
Te Rua Mason giving his kōrero on the paepae at the Hui-ā-Iwi pōwhiri.