An innovative programme aimed at reducing rates of serious offending among Māori is having a positive impact on Māori communities within Tāmaki Makaurau. Read More »
25 June - 28 July 2008 | Manukau city
Matariki ki Manukau welcomes you to gather together with family and friends for a deeper experience of Maori culture and enjoy the special events and activities around Manukau city. Experience the creativity that is inspired by our traditions and discover this year’s inaugural programme of exhibitions, storytelling and performances in a sharing of culture, knowledge and the arts. Matariki ki Manukau includes: - Nga Toi, visual arts - Whakaari, performances - Hakari, the sharing of food - He Kahui Whetu, presented by Manukau Libraries Matariki ki Manukau events are also featured as part of the Auckland regional Matariki Festival. Read More »
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Tāmaki Makaurau Tāmaki Herenga Waka Tāmaki Herenga Tangata
The Tāmaki Makaurau region stretches from the South Kaipara in the north to the southern reaches of the Manukau Harbour and covers more than 5,600 square kilometres. It is the smallest of the Te Puni Kōkiri regions but contains the largest population of Māori.
According to the 2006 Census, the Māori population in the region was 139,980 representing 24.8 percent of the total New Zealand Māori population. Half of the Māori population in Tāmaki Makaurau is under the age of 22.6 years.
The iwi within this region are:
Regional Director: Pauline Kingi CNZM
AUCKLAND Te Puni Kōkiri House Level 2 12 – 14 Walls Road Penrose Private Bag 92010 Auckland Tel: 09 571 2940 Fax: 09 571 2941 Email: tpk.tamaki-makaurau@tpk.govt.nz
Last modified: 1/04/2008