He Awhi Tikanga Hui Toopu

National Hui on Tikanga to be held at Whangara-mai-Tawhiti, East Coast.

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He Awhi Tikanga's National Hui will be held this year at Whangara-mai-Tawhiti from Friday 8 to Sunday 10 October.

He Awhi Tikanga will lead marae, hapu and iwi-based discussions on customs and traditions, including the kaupapa nga karakia tawhito. Te Roopu Raranga Whatu o Aotearoa, Nga Waka Federation, Puatatangi and Te Uhi a Mataora will also be present with experts leading discussions on elements of tikanga in relation to their art forms.

For futher information or registration details contact Te Arikirangi Mamaku: tearikirangi@maoriart.org.nz.

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