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Kahu Pēpi Hā: The Ancestral Baby Blanket

Kahu Pēpi Hā: The Ancestral Baby Blanket

Kahu Pēpi Hā: can be broken down into several parts: Kahu: This can mean “cloak, cloth” or “covering” in Māori. Pēpi: This means “baby.” Hā: Can refer to “breath” “breath of life” “life force” or “essence” in...
Te Whare o Timata: The Marae

Te Whare o Timata: The Marae

“Te Whare o Timata” translates to “The House of Beginnings” or “The House of Starting” in English. The word “Whare” means “house” or “building,” and “Timata” means...
Whāriki Ako: The Teaching Mat

Whāriki Ako: The Teaching Mat

Whāriki Ako is a name that combines two significant Māori words to convey its purpose and essence. Whāriki: In the Māori language, “whāriki” traditionally refers to a woven mat. These mats are significant in Māori culture, often used in communal settings...