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Kia Ora - nga mihi nunui ki a koutou katoa ahakoa ko wai ahakoa no hea :) We are a small home run business supplying hand crafted rakau and poi gift packs. No expense has been spared in the making of these poi and rakau - using NZ sourced / NZ owned materials only -brand new. Poi - made using stretchy plastic and 3 coverings for durability - LIFETIME REPAIR SERVICE for poi - guaranteed Each kete is original and come complete with cd and two in depth teaching booklets loaded with activities, diagrams, music chords, lyrics and diagrams. A great gift for those hard to buy for whanau members - suitable for all ages and equally appreciated by educators and overseas visitors. We sell bulk poi and rakau to Schools and ECE's, gift shops too at discounted prices. Check out our website teaocreations.weebly.com and please do contact us if you require further info. P.S. - thank you Maori Directory for allowing us all to advertise on this site for free - in the big bad world that is cyber space - he whakaaro rangatira - te poipoia/tautoko - ma rika

Kia Ora. If you are looking for affordable, authentic well made Taonga, then check out our site. We are trying to offer Maori in Australia and across the world, access to beautiful, well made New Zealand Taonga. We have Greenstone pieces, Bone, Paua Shell, Mother of Pearl and even Kete. Pendants, Necklaces, Bracelets, Earrings and more.

MISSION STATEMENT The kaupapa for Marae Melbourne is to establish turangawaewae for our people in Melbourne through the guiding principles of our tipuna/tupuna: Mana Maori | Aroha | Respect | Accountability | Excellence. THE LOGO The black skyline represents Melbourne. The koru represents the heartbeat and lifeblood of New Zealander's living in Melbourne. The word 'Marae' represents all that we associate with marae - our home / turangawaewae / tikanga. The word 'Melbourne' signifies the place we call home.

Te Kakano O Te Atua (Seed of God). A Kapahaka Roopu in Western Sydney. Founded in 2005, made up of young to old, very lively, friendly, committed and disciplined roopu. Very whanau orientated, loving, caring, always up for a good laugh, but love to perform and share our maori culture along with a positive message. Most recent performances include performing on behalf of Michael Campbell, haka and powhiri for International Sporting and Music artists, weddings, celebrations, birthdays, sporting events, music events, festivals and fairs. Give us a call for performance or to join our roopu.

Handknitted just like Nan used to make. Maori made in Hawkes Bay New Zealand, from unspun 100% NZ sheeps wool. Totally design and personlise your jersey or vest (for the Aussie climate). Have your iwi, hapu, awa, maunga etc knitted into your fleecey. Choose your color. Choose your collar or have a hood. Choose long sleeves or short sleeves. Choose inset pockets or no pockets. Add a basic maori motif or symbol. Stand out in the crowd with your fleecey! Email me to request more photos of jerseys and for more information about ordering and prices.

Te Oranga Ake - Holy nation - kapa haka roopu started in Brisbane in December 2009. Practices are held every Sunday from 12.30pm to 2.30pm at Destiny Church, 20 Brennan Street Slacks Creek, Logan City. Come and have a great time and meet new people! Our tutors have been a part of Ngati Whakaue roopu. The first performance was at Waitangi day 2009 and they continue to perform for different community events throughout Brisbane. Please contact our tutors or come along for a look. We look forward to meeting you