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.
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Haani Huata-Allen
POUARAHI
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Rerewha-i-te-rangi Pita
POUTIAKI PŪTEA
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Hariru Roa
POUTARI
Ngā Māngai.
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Ruita Taiapa
KURA TUATAHI/WAENGA
Representative for Primary and Intermediate Schools.
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Mere Clendon-Smallman
KURA TUARUA
Representative for Secondary Schools.
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Tony Walker
PAKEKE
Representative for adult teams and Tainui Board Representative for Te Matatini.
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Ata Papa
AHUREWA
Representative for Kaumātua.
Operations Team.
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Rerewha-i-te-rangi Pita
POUKŌKIRI PŪTEA
Finance Manager.
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Toti West
POUKŌKIRI KAUPAPA
Operations Manager.
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Frankie West
POUTAKAWAENGA
Iwi Liaison for Te Matatini & Lead Operations Administrator.
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Hawaiki Te Aho
POUWHIRINAKI
Administrative support.