Ko wai mātou.

Te Whare Haka o Tainui is a charitable trust born from a collective vision to unify and elevate kapa haka across the Tainui region. Dedicated to fostering the art form from mokopuna to kaumātua, our core mission is to ensure kapa haka thrives across all generations within our marae, hapū, and iwi, safeguarding our stories, language, and traditions for a vibrant future. Through our work, we create profound social, cultural, and economic impact, extending our reach globally as we nurture identity, connection, and the living legacy of haka.

Executive Officers.

  • Haani Huata-Allen

    POUARAHI

  • Rerewha-i-te-rangi Pita

    POUTIAKI PŪTEA

  • Hariru Roa

    POUTARI

Ngā Māngai.

  • Ruita Taiapa

    KURA TUATAHI/WAENGA

    Representative for Primary and Intermediate Schools.

  • Mere Clendon-Smallman

    KURA TUARUA

    Representative for Secondary Schools.

  • Tony Walker

    PAKEKE

    Representative for adult teams and Tainui Board Representative for Te Matatini.

  • Ata Papa

    AHUREWA

    Representative for Kaumātua.

Operations Team.

  • Rerewha-i-te-rangi Pita

    POUKŌKIRI PŪTEA

    Finance Manager.

  • Toti West

    POUKŌKIRI KAUPAPA

    Operations Manager.

  • Frankie West

    POUTAKAWAENGA

    Iwi Liaison for Te Matatini & Lead Operations Administrator.

  • Hawaiki Te Aho

    POUWHIRINAKI

    Administrative support.