Tū Ngātahi

Mark it in your calendars e te whānau, it's time to take some time to celebrate our awesome rohe!!

Te Kotahi o Te Tauihu Trust in collaboration with Te Pūtahitanga o Te Waipounamu, Te Tauihu Māori business network Toiere and Te Whatu Ora, is hosting an afternoon of free entertainment in Whakatū for the whole whānau.

TŪ NGĀTAHI - WHAT'S IT ALL ABOUT?
Three years of the pandemic, five Civil Defence Emergencies, the general ups and downs of life. Tū Ngātahi is about celebrating our resilience as a rohe - a ‘gesture of unity’ for the whole community. An afternoon of fun and a chance to simply gather, enjoy some kai, sit back and listen to some great tunes.

THE DETAILS
When: Saturday, February 25
Time: 2pm to 6pm
Where: Rutherford Park, Whakatū
What: Kai stalls, Māori business market and live entertainment from local performers along with Wellington act Big Little Rōpū.

Members of the public are encouraged to pack a blanket and a camp chair and make an afternoon of it. Bring a picnic, or choose from one of the local kai providers, including a 50c sausage sizzle.

Entry is free. There will also be an area for kaumātua with free cups of tea and manaaki (hospitality) on tap.

Tū Ngātahi is an alcohol and smoke-free event.

Please note, parking is limited - great chance to walk or bring your bike! Or park in town at walk over.

Hei reira e te whānau - see you there!