Matariki at Tākou Kauri Sanctuary - Open Day

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Tue, 01 Jul, 2025 at 11:00 pm

Takou Bay

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Tue, 01 Jul, 2025 at 11:00 pm (NZST)

Takou Bay

Kaeo, New Zealand, Russell

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Matariki at Tākou Kauri Sanctuary - Open Day

Ngāti Rēhia invites you to a special open day celebrating Matariki at Takou Kauri Sanctuary.

This is a chance to reconnect with te taiao, reflect on those who’ve passed, and plant new hopes for the year ahead.

Pōwhiri and Activities
9:30 AM – Pōwhiri / Whakatau

10:00 AM – Activities Begin
- Taonga species planting
- Hīkoi around tracks and beach
- Boat ride up the awa
- Guided visits to Orongo Pā and the lookout pad
- Learn from our Hāpu Rangers as they share the mahi restoring this sacred whenua

12:30 PM –Hāngī lunch provided

2:00 PM – He Whakamutunga / Closing

He Rā Matariki mō te Whānau Katoa
Bring your gumboots, a raincoat, and a willingness to get your hands into the soil.

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Takou Bay, Kaeo, New Zealand, Russell

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Matariki at Tākou Kauri Sanctuary - Open Day

Tue, 01 Jul, 2025 at 11:00 pm