Kapa haka at Hui-ā-Iwi 2015
This is a picture of the kapa haka rōpū that represented Ōraka Aparima Rūnaka at Hui-ā-Iwi on Saturday 21 November in Ōtepoti. The tamariki went hard and made us all immensely proud with their performance. What an awesome group you are – your dedication and commitment is inspirational. Tumeke tauira mā. We love you.
Riverton Primary kapa haka
On Friday 30 October, students from Riverton Primary’s kapa haka rōpū, Te Manawa Tītī, performed at the Southland Kapa Haka competition. They placed first in the novice section taking home the Samuel Neill Encouragement Award.
Kyren Tohiariki and Rose Winders holding the group’s award.
The boys during the haka.
Shotover Jet celebrations
Pictured here is Betty Rickus at the Shotover Jet 50th celebrations held in mid-November. Tahu Pōtiki gave the whakawātea/karakia for this magnificent taonga. This beautiful piece of pounamu sits atop an equally stunning plinth carved by James York (Ngāi Tahu). The iconic Shotover Jet has been owned by Ngāi Tahu Tourism since 2001 and is a must-do for anybody visiting the region.
Tahu giving a karakia at the celebrations.
Betty at the Shotover Jet celebrations in Queenstown.