Today we remember and honour our heroes, recognising their bravery and the sacrifice they made for Aotearoa. #anzacday #lestweforget #anzac #anzacday2024 #lightupthedawn #wewillrememberthem #anzacspirit #kiakaha #kiakahanz

Hokonui Locality was established to embed a stronger focus on meeting the needs of the Hokonui community and whānau. - We were privileged to create a tohu for this organisation playing a part in the amazing mahi they are doing! - If you're in search of a fresh logo or brand identity, don't hesitate to reach out to us whānau! 🖌 #hokonui #whānau #hauora #wellbeing #logo #branding

Mahinga kai refers to the traditional Māori food gathering practices and the areas where these activities take place. This concept encompasses not just the physical act of collecting food but also the spiritual, social, and cultural elements that come with it. 🌱👥🙏 - Last year, we worked with @Hokonui Runanga to create some toi for the Gore District Council. The aim was to represent Hokonui whānau's distinct food-gathering practices and present this within Gore District Council's brand-new library. 📚🖌️ - Each piece of artwork signifies a different realm within the Taiao. 🌿🌊🔥 Various motifs represent the prominent beings and elements within that realm. The rings that flow from one artwork to the next symbolise the interconnectedness of these natural realms. 🔄💫 - #MahingaKai #Taiao #HokonuiRunanga #GoreDistrictCouncil #ArtInCommunity 🎨🌏🤝

Long ago, lived the kuia Mahakōwai. She made her home in a paranaki made of tōtara and harakeke near Te Matā river. Nanny was given her name Mahakōwai because she was renowned for her love of nature and her love of Muscovy ducks.

This story follow Te Oraiti who has a passion for insects or birds that glided, crawled or flew. Te Oraiti sets out to discover more insects and birds by the lake of Taita Pārae, however it is thought he becomes succumbed by the forbidden lake at Taita Pārae. #pukapuka #pakiwaitara #hiruharama #TaitaPārae

Poapoa te taniwha o Makatote. This is the story of Poapoa, the taniwha that lives at Tōtaranui, in the flowing waters of the river Makatote. #Poapoa #Taniwha #Makatote #Tōtaranui #Pakiwaitara

The Whanau Māori Experiences Leaflet was a tri fold informational pamphlet we designed for whānau, asking their experience undergoing tests in the NICU (neonatal intensive care unit). #hauora #whānau #MaoriHealth #FamilySupport #NeonatalCare

This Matariki informational pamphlet was created for a kaupapa that created to grow the confidence and competence of kaiako to use digital tools that support their ākonga to tell their stories. #Matariki #Kaiako #Ākonga #Pamphlet

The Equity Readiness Tool is an informational tri-fold pamphlet providing tools to improve lung cancer screening implementation. The research was lead by Professor Sue Crengle at the University of Otago and funded by the Healthier Lives National Science Challenge grant. The investigators are affiliated with the University of Otago, Te Whatu Ora, National Hauora Coalition, Taumata Associates, Synergia Ltd and University of Melbourne. This study was given ethical approval by Health and Disability Ethics Committee. #hauora #EquityReadinessTool #LungCancerScreening #HealthEquity

Unveiling additional behind-the-scenes footage from Kai Tā with our Tāhuna brothers. Raw, real, and unfiltered

Revealing more unseen footage from Kai Tā with our Rotorua episode

Revealing more unseen footage from Kai Tā with our Tāmaki Makaurau episode.

Reflecting on a year of mahi, grateful for the shared moments and accomplishments. Excited for the journey ahead, strengthening existing bonds and weaving new connections. Here’s to a year of growth, collaboration, and meaningful connections. Noho ora mai

Revealing more unseen footage from Kai Tā with our Te Tairāwhiti episode.

Unveiling additional behind-the-scenes footage from Kai Tā with our Tāhuna brothers. Raw, real, and unfiltered

Māruawai College is an exciting new educational institution dedicated to providing quality education in Gore.

Link Alliance Social Procurement Report 2023 . For the "Link Alliance Social Procurement Report 2023," Tuatahi Creatives was tasked with creating a graphic design that encapsulated the essence of Link Alliance's commitment to social procurement. This report is a crucial document that showcases the efforts to integrate Māori and Pasifika businesses into the City Rail Link project, New Zealand's most significant transport infrastructure project.

Te Kore, Te Pō, Te Ao Mārama Energy Hardship: The challenges and a way forward. . The Energy Hardship Expert Panel undertook an important project to contribute to the national conversation on energy hardship in Aotearoa. . The panel was commissioned by the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) to provide comprehensive recommendations to the government, aimed at addressing and alleviating energy hardship across the nation. This mahi was provided in a report titled "Te Kore, Te Pō, Te Ao Mārama” which was a culmination of 14 months of dedicated work from the panel, involving extensive engagement with whānau, communities, energy, health, and social services experts, as well as NGOs. . Tuatahi was selected by the panel to design the report ensuring the final product was not only informative but visually compelling and culturally authentic.

We were entrusted by Waikato Tanui with the graphic design for the "Waikato Tainui Social Procurement Guide." This guide was pivotal in promoting the growth and prosperity of Waikato Tainui, aligning with their vision "Kia tupu, kia hua, kia puaawai." Our role was to visually communicate this vision and the guide's strategic goals created by Puna Awarau. The guide, released in September 2023, outlines Waikato Tainui Group's commitment to using procurement to create social, cultural, economic, and environmental benefits. It defines social procurement as leveraging collective buying power to generate broader value and provides actionable steps for achieving socio-economic objectives. Our design approach integrated traditional Māori elements, reflecting the guide's focus on mātauranga Māori and supporting Waikato Tainui and Māori-owned businesses. We ensured the layout was both accessible and culturally resonant, facilitating easy navigation through its sections on objectives, roles, responsibilities, and procurement strategies. . #maoribusiness

KAI TĀ 📷 Watch on Whakaata Māori now. #kaitā #tāmoko #MāoriCulture #whakaatamāori

KAI TĀ 📷 Watch on Whakaata Māori now. #kaitā #tāmoko #MāoriCulture #whakaatamāori

KAI TĀ 📷 Watch on Whakaata Māori now. #kaitā #tāmoko #MāoriCulture #whakaatamāori

KAI TĀ 📷 Watch on Whakaata Māori now. #kaitā #tāmoko #MāoriCulture #whakaatamāori

KAI TĀ 📷 Watch on Whakaata Māori now #kaitā #tāmoko #MāoriCulture #whakaatamāori. .

KAI TĀ 🌀 On Whakaata Māori now 📕 #kaitā #tāmoko #MāoriCulture #whakaatamāori

KAI TĀ 🌀 On Whakaata Māori now 📕 #kaitā #tāmoko #MāoriCulture #whakaatamāori

KAI TĀ 🌀 On Whakaata Māori now 📕 #kaitā #tāmoko #MāoriCulture #whakaatamāori

Here it is, the next instalment on the CAN WE TALK? poddy... Here's Hannah on her journey in to graphic design. #podcasts #podcastnz #businesspodcast #businesspodcasts #maoribusiness #podcastlaunch #maori #maoriculture #māori #podcasting #podcastshow #podcast #MaoriCulture

KAI TĀ 🌀 On Whakaata Māori now 📕 #kaitā #tāmoko #MāoriCulture #whakaatamāori

KAI TĀ 🌀 On Whakaata Māori now 📕 #kaitā #tāmoko #MāoriCulture #whakaatamāori

KAI TĀ 🌀 On Whakaata Māori now 📕 #kaitā #tāmoko #MāoriCulture #whakaatamāori

Here it is, the next instalment on the CAN WE TALK? poddy... Jt on the legacy he wants to leave behind... #podcasts #podcastnz #businesspodcast #businesspodcasts #maoribusiness #podcastlaunch #maori #maoriculture #māori #podcasting #podcastshow #podcast #MaoriCulture

KAI TĀ 🌀 On Whakaata Māori now 📕 #kaitā #tāmoko #MāoriCulture #whakaatamāori

KAI TĀ 🌀 On Whakaata Māori now 📕 #kaitā #tāmoko #MāoriCulture #whakaatamāori

KAI TĀ 🌀 On Whakaata Māori now 📕 #kaitā #tāmoko #MāoriCulture #whakaatamāori

The next instalment on the CAN WE TALK? poddy... What do you want to achieve in the next year? #podcasts #podcastnz #businesspodcast #businesspodcasts #maoribusiness #podcastlaunch #maori #maoriculture #māori #podcasting #podcastshow #podcast #MaoriCulture

KAI TĀ 🌀 On Whakaata Māori now 📕 #kaitā #tāmoko #MāoriCulture #whakaatamāori

The next instalment on the CAN WE TALK? poddy... How do you envision the future for Tuatahi Creatives? #podcasts #podcastnz #businesspodcast #businesspodcasts #maoribusiness #podcastlaunch #maori #maoriculture #māori #podcasting #podcastshow #podcast #MaoriCulture

The next instalment on the CAN WE TALK? poddy... Nick, what is a dream project of yours? #podcasts #podcastnz #businesspodcast #businesspo #maoribusiness #podcastlaunch #maori #maoriculture #māori #podcasting #podcastshow #podcast #MaoriCulture

The next instalment @ CAN WE TALK? The bros on leaving people better than you found them 🤝 #podcasts #podcastnz #businesspodcast #businesspo #maoribusiness #podcastlaunch #maori #maoriculture #māori #podcasting #podcastshow #podcast #MaoriCulture

The next instalment on the CAN WE TALK? poddy... What daily routines or habits do you follow to ensure a successful day? #podcasts #podcastnz #businesspodcast #maoribusiness #podcastlaunch #maori #maoriculture #māori #podcasting #podcastshow #podcast #MaoriCulture

Through the enriching kaupapa facilitated by @ahikaaassociates Ahikaa Associates, we've embraced the celestial wisdom of our tipuna, anchoring us firmly in kaitiakitanga, the deep connection between us, the land, and the cosmos 🌏🌠. - Leadership isn't about just navigating - it's exploring, understanding, and honouring the journey 🛶. It’s harnessing unity, taking the helm with courage, and steering towards growth with the guidance of ancestral stars 💫. - With much aroha, we acknowledge the seeds of leadership sown during our time together, now ready to sprout and flourish 🌱🌿. This transformative experience has empowered us, forging future leaders under the guidance of ancestral wisdom 🪶🔭. - To the future leaders born from this wānanga, we look forward to your voyages 🌟⛵. #TokomaruBay #LeadershipWānanga #StarNavigation #Ahikaa #MāoriHeritage #Kaitiakitanga #AncestralGuidance #LeadershipIsAVoyage #AhikaaAssociates

The next instalment on the CAN WE TALK? poddy...Was your aspiration to become a tā moko artist a way to deepen your connection with your Māoritanga? #podcasts #podcastnz #businesspodcast #maoribusiness #podcastlaunch #maori #maoriculture #māori #podcasting #podcastshow #podcast #MaoriCulture

Nanny Kuini sharing some whakaaro on her composition Hineahuone. - - - - - - #MāoriComposer #CulturalAdvisor #MātaurangaMāori #DigitalPortfolio #Tamariki #Rangatahi #Wero #CreativeSpaces #tereo #reo #māori #māorilanguage

Throwback to when we captured the @hakatuuhakaora hakaora event in Tāhuna, Queenstown. It's great to see our culture on display. - - - - - #KapaHaka #MaoriPerformingArts #KapaHakaGroup #MaoriTradition #KapaHakaCompetition #KapaHakaLife #Haka #MaoriCulture #tuatahicreatives

CAN WE TALK?... What's a dream project for you? #podcasts #podcastnz #businesspodcast #businesspodcasts #maoribusiness #podcastlaunch #maori #maoriculture #māori #podcasting #podcastshow #podcast #MaoriCulture

Nanny Kuini sharing the importance of kehua back in the days. - - - - - #MāoriComposer #CulturalAdvisor #MātaurangaMāori #DigitalPortfolio #Tamariki #Rangatahi #Wero #CreativeSpaces #tereo #reo #māori #māorilanguage

CAN WE TALK?... What's your experience with remote work? #podcasts #podcastnz #businesspodcast #businesspodcasts #maoribusiness #podcastlaunch #maori #maoriculture #māori #podcasting #podcastshow #podcast #MaoriCulture

Whats your take? - Has it shifted your perspective? - Drop your thoughts below, let's kōrero - - - - #toi #toimaori #tuatahicreatives #māori #artist #tamoko #tuatahiart #aotearoa #TuatahiCreatives #whakairo ##toi #toimaori #tuatahicreatives #māori #artist #tamoko #tuatahiart #aotearoa #TuatahiCreatives #whakairo #kōrerorero

Nanny Kuini sharing some kōrero on her waiata Kōrorohū. - - - - - - - #MāoriComposer #CulturalAdvisor #MātaurangaMāori #DigitalPortfolio #Tamariki #Rangatahi #Wero #CreativeSpaces #tereo #reo #māori #māorilanguage

The next instalment on the CAN WE TALK? poddy... How do you envision the future for Tuatahi Creatives? #podcasts #podcastnz #businesspodcast #businesspodcasts #maoribusiness #podcastlaunch #maori #maoriculture #māori #podcasting #podcastshow #podcast #MaoriCulture

Awesome to attend this kaupapa in Pōneke capturing the mauri of these three sisters receiving their moko kauae ✨ • • #tamoko #moko #māori #aotearoa #māoritattoo #nz #newzealand #tuatahiart #mokokauae #mauriora #kaupapa

He aha tō whakaaro? What are your thoughts? - Do we overlook Toi and its importance within te ao Māori? - Do we champion our ringatoi enough? - Share your reflections below, let's kōrero! - - - - #toi #toimaori #tuatahicreatives #māori #artist #tamoko #tuatahiart #aotearoa #TuatahiCreatives #whakairo ##toi #toimaori #tuatahicreatives #māori #artist #tamoko #tuatahiart #aotearoa #TuatahiCreatives #whakairo #kōrerorerokōrerorero

Awesome to attend this kaupapa in Pōneke capturing the mauri of these three sisters receiving their moko kauae ✨ • • #tamoko #moko #māori #aotearoa #māoritattoo #nz #newzealand #tuatahiart #mokokauae #mauriora #kaupapa

Unveiling our new podcast 🎙️CAN WE TALK? ✨ Join us for our new podcast as we delve into the spirit of our mahi, sharing stories from the heart and voices from the team here at Tuatahi. Get ready to experience the essence of who we are, and the culture that fuels our passion. To kick us off we’ve got Jordan taking on business, tune in next week as we discuss the future… #podcast #podcasts #podcasting #podcastshow #podcastlaunch #podcastshow #maori #māori #maoriculture #maoribusiness #businesspodcast #businesspodcasts #podcastnz

@ttotorg is an iwi owned and operated 🌱 charitable conservation organisation operating in Southland and Central Otago 🌍. They offer land management 🌳, reforestation services 🌲, commercial landscaping 🏡, wholesale native nursery 🌱, and environmental & vegetation project management 🌿. . Tuatahi plays a vital role 🗝️ in telling the stories 📖 of our people and using our creative services to whakamana ✨ those that are doing good for our people and, in this instance, our whenua 🌏. . Toltū te marae a Tāne-Mahuta 🌳 Toitū te marae a Tangaroa 🌊 Toitū te Tangata 👥 . If the land is well 🌱 & the sea is well 🌊 The people will thrive 🌟 . #TeTapuOTāne #TuatahiCreatives #Whakamana #Whenua #LandManagement #Conservation #Reforestation #TāneMahuta #Tangaroa #Tangata

He aha tō whakaaro? What are your thoughts? - Does knowing te reo Māori make you more Māori? - Or are there multiple ways to connect with your Māoritanga? - Share your reflections below, let's kōrero! - - - - - #tereoMāori #reo #aotearoa #TuatahiCreatives #māori #nz #māorilanguage #MāoriCulture #Aotearoa #reo #aotearoa #TuatahiCreatives #māori #nz #māorilanguage #MāoriCulture #Aotearoa

Awesome to attend this kaupapa in Pōneke capturing the mauri of these three sisters receiving their moko kauae ✨ • • #tamoko #moko #māori #aotearoa #māoritattoo #nz #newzealand #tuatahiart #mokokauae #mauriora #kaupapa

Nanny Kuini on the importance of reo #MāoriComposer #CulturalAdvisor #MātaurangaMāori #DigitalPortfolio #Tamariki #Rangatahi #Wero #CreativeSpaces #tereo #reo #māori #māorilanguage

Unfiltered, uninterrupted - real conversations 🗨️ Insights from our Kai Tā series, diving into the multi-faceted culture of moko🌀 . #KaiTā #MokoArtists #AotearoaCulture #UnfilteredConversations #Whetū #Mātanga #TuatahiCreatives

Promotional Video: Take 2 🎥🫡 feat. Kyrie Mae ✨ Always good to take some time to do something fun creatively. 🎨 #tamariki #tuatahi #maori #influencer

A little promo with the nieces inanahi. Mauri ora 🌱

Scenes from our wānanga in Tokomaru Bay supporting Ahikaa Associates 🌊 . . #TeTaiRāwhiti #LeadershipWānanga #MāoriStarNavigation #Navigation #Ahikaa #MāoriCulture #StellarWisdom #LifeGoals #PersonalAspirations #TūpunaWisdom #AncestralKnowledge #WānangaJourney #NavigatingLife #CulturalImmersion #GuidedByStars #JourneyOfDiscovery #TeAoMāori #MāoriLeadership 🛶💫🌠

Awesome to attend this kaupapa in Pōneke capturing the mauri of these three sisters receiving their moko kauae ✨ • • #tamoko #moko #māori #aotearoa #māoritattoo #nz #newzealand #tuatahiart #mokokauae #mauriora #kaupapa

Ko te manu E kai ana i te miro Nōnā te ngahere Ko te manu e kai ana i te mātauranga Nōna te ao. The bird that consumes the miro owns the forest. The bird that consumes knowledge owns the world. - #WhakapakariTinana #KaupapaMāoriEducation #MātaurangaMāori #TinoRangatiratanga #Manaakitanga #Kaitiakitanga #Whanaungatanga #TeAoMāori #AkoMāori #KiaKaha

Kuini Moehau Reedy is a distinguished Māori composer 🎶, cultural advisor 🌿, and expert in Māori performing arts 🎭. A pivotal figure in the kōhanga reo movement 🍃👶, she continues to inspire kōhanga whānau in te reo Māori 🗨️ and whānau development across the nation 🇳🇿. It was an honour 🙏 to work alongside Nanny Kuini, gathering her mahi 📚 and her valuable perspectives into a cohesive digital portfolio 🌐. This initiative serves as a structured platform to preserve 🗃️, display 🖼️, and share 🔄 the rich tapestry of her knowledge, expertise, and artistic ingenuity. Now, she's focusing her energy ⚡ on mentoring the youth 👧👦, encouraging them to accept the challenge (wero) and flourish 🌱 in the creative domains she has mastered 🎨. #MāoriComposer #CulturalAdvisor #MātaurangaMāori #DigitalPortfolio #Tamariki #Rangatahi #Wero #CreativeSpaces 🌟

Mahinga kai refers to the traditional Māori food gathering practices and the areas where these activities take place. This concept encompasses not just the physical act of collecting food but also the spiritual, social, and cultural elements that come with it. 🌱👥🙏 - Last year, we worked with @Hokonui Runanga to create some toi for the Gore District Council. The aim was to represent Hokonui whānau's distinct food-gathering practices and present this within Gore District Council's brand-new library. 📚🖌️ - Each piece of artwork signifies a different realm within the Taiao. 🌿🌊🔥 Various motifs represent the prominent beings and elements within that realm. The rings that flow from one artwork to the next symbolise the interconnectedness of these natural realms. 🔄💫 - #MahingaKai #Taiao #HokonuiRunanga #GoreDistrictCouncil #ArtInCommunity 🎨🌏🤝

Stoked that we got our merch last week! 🔥 - - - - - - - - - #tuatahicreatives #merch #newmerchdrop #clothing #merchdrop #style #fashion

Kai tā is our video podcast series that gathers distinguished moko artists 🎨 from all across Aotearoa 🇳🇿 to speak about their experiences as practitioners, and their opinions on everything moko. . Unfiltered, uninterrupted - real conversations🗨️. Giving viewers unique insight into the world of moko 🌏 and into the life of a moko practitioner👨‍🎨. . This kaupapa was made possible by the profound contributions 🙏 of these mātanga who have generously shared their whakaaro 🤔, wheako, and unfiltered kōrero 🗣️ deep diving into the multi-faceted culture of moko. 🌀 . Today, we proudly introduce you to one of the whetū 🌠 of the Kai Tā series: Tāwhanga Rika @rauruarts of Te Arawa a prominent figure in our Te Moana-a-Toi Epiosde 🎥. . “When you think of taiao, you think of the ngahere, the moana… and that's all a part of it. But for me, your taiao is the people you are around, the conversations you have, the experiences you go through and go into different places and meeting different people” . Releasing on @Whakaatamaori 9th of September! . #KaiTā #MokoArtists #AotearoaCulture #UnfilteredConversations #Whetū #Mātanga #TuatahiCreatives

Kai tā is our video podcast series that gathers distinguished moko artists 🎨 from all across Aotearoa 🇳🇿 to speak about their experiences as practitioners, and their opinions on everything moko. . Unfiltered, uninterrupted - real conversations🗨️. Giving viewers unique insight into the world of moko 🌏 and into the life of a moko practitioner👨‍🎨. . This kaupapa was made possible by the profound contributions 🙏 of these mātanga who have generously shared their whakaaro 🤔, wheako, and unfiltered kōrero 🗣️ deep diving into the multi-faceted culture of moko. 🌀 . Today, we proudly introduce you to one of the whetū 🌠 of the Kai Tā series: Te Wehi Preston @te_wehi_ink of Ngāi Tūhoe, Ngāti Rongo a prominent figure in our Te Moana-a-Toi Epiosde 🎥. . “Mea rawa ake, kua hoki mai ki te wānanga, arā, kua kaha te kōrerotia o te reo Māori i waenganui i a mātou. Me tā rātou inoi mai kia Māori anake te reo ka kōrerotia ki a rātou. Translations Next thing you know, they returned to the workshop and more Māori was being spoken between us. They also requested that only Māori be spoken to them” . Releasing on @Whakaatamaori 9th of September! . #KaiTā #MokoArtists #AotearoaCulture #UnfilteredConversations #Whetū #Mātanga #TuatahiCreatives

Kai tā is our video podcast series that gathers distinguished moko artists 🎨 from all across Aotearoa 🇳🇿 to speak about their experiences as practitioners, and their opinions on everything moko. . Unfiltered, uninterrupted - real conversations🗨️. Giving viewers unique insight into the world of moko 🌏 and into the life of a moko practitioner👨‍🎨. . This kaupapa was made possible by the profound contributions 🙏 of these mātanga who have generously shared their whakaaro 🤔, wheako, and unfiltered kōrero 🗣️ deep diving into the multi-faceted culture of moko. 🌀 . Today, we proudly introduce you to one of the whetū 🌠 of the Kai Tā series: Hōhua Mohi @kupapaink of Te Arawa, Ngāpuhi, Tūhoe, Tūwharetoa, Ngati Ruanui a prominent figure in our Te Moana-a-Toi🎥. . “Runga i te whakapono, ko te whakapono nui tēnei o te wānanga ko te reo, te kī huaki i te tatau e mārama ake ai koe ki āu mahi. Translations We believed that the core concept of the wānanga was the language, the door opening key that enables you to truly understand the works.” . Releasing on @Whakaatamaori 9th of September! . #KaiTā #MokoArtists #AotearoaCulture #UnfilteredConversations #Whetū #Mātanga #TuatahiCreatives

Kai tā is our video podcast series that gathers distinguished moko artists 🎨 from all across Aotearoa 🇳🇿 to speak about their experiences as practitioners, and their opinions on everything moko. . In our Te Moana A Toi, Rotorua episode, we hear from @kupapaink @te_wehi_ink , @rauruarts . Releasing on @whakaatamaori Tomorrow! . #KaiTā #MokoArtists #AotearoaCulture #UnfilteredConversations #Whetū #Mātanga #TuatahiCreatives

Kai tā is our video podcast series that gathers distinguished moko artists 🎨 from all across Aotearoa 🇳🇿 to speak about their experiences as practitioners, and their opinions on everything moko. . Unfiltered, uninterrupted - real conversations🗨️. Giving viewers unique insight into the world of moko 🌏 and into the life of a moko practitioner👨‍🎨. . This kaupapa was made possible by the profound contributions 🙏 of these mātanga who have generously shared their whakaaro 🤔, wheako, and unfiltered kōrero 🗣️ deep diving into the multi-faceted culture of moko. 🌀 . Today, we proudly introduce you to one of the whetū 🌠 of the Kai Tā series: Henare Brooking @mokoira of Ngāti Porou, Rongowhakaata a prominent figure in ourTe Tai Rāwhiti Episode🎥. . “Social media is kind of like a double edged sword. It's a space to share your mahi but you know, could be duplicated, copied and Xerox machine action" . Releasing on @Whakaatamaori 9th of September! . #KaiTā #MokoArtists #AotearoaCulture #UnfilteredConversations #Whetū #Mātanga #TuatahiCreatives

Kai tā is our video podcast series that gathers distinguished moko artists 🎨 from all across Aotearoa 🇳🇿 to speak about their experiences as practitioners, and their opinions on everything moko. . Unfiltered, uninterrupted - real conversations🗨️. Giving viewers unique insight into the world of moko 🌏 and into the life of a moko practitioner👨‍🎨. . This kaupapa was made possible by the profound contributions 🙏 of these mātanga who have generously shared their whakaaro 🤔, wheako, and unfiltered kōrero 🗣️ deep diving into the multi-faceted culture of moko. 🌀 . Today, we proudly introduce you to one of the whetū 🌠 of the Kai Tā series: Cody Hollis @haruruarts of Ngāti Kahungunu, Ngāti Pahauwera, Ngāti Porou, Te Aitanga a Mahaki a prominent figure in our Te Tai Rāwhiti Episode🎥. . “Some advice, don't worry too much about the moko at the start focus on kōrero stuff and tikanga behind it" . Releasing on @Whakaatamaori 9th of September! . #KaiTā #MokoArtists #AotearoaCulture #UnfilteredConversations #Whetū #Mātanga #TuatahiCreatives

Kai tā is our video podcast series that gathers distinguished moko artists 🎨 from all across Aotearoa 🇳🇿 to speak about their experiences as practitioners, and their opinions on everything moko. . Unfiltered, uninterrupted - real conversations🗨️. Giving viewers unique insight into the world of moko 🌏 and into the life of a moko practitioner👨‍🎨. . This kaupapa was made possible by the profound contributions 🙏 of these mātanga who have generously shared their whakaaro 🤔, wheako, and unfiltered kōrero 🗣️ deep diving into the multi-faceted culture of moko. 🌀 . Today, we proudly introduce you to one of the whetū 🌠 of the Kai Tā series: Pou Puketapu @pou_puketapu of Te Tairāwhiti & Ngāti Hikairo ki Kāwhia Moana a prominent figure in our Te Tai Rāwhiti Episode🎥. . “I've got to prepare myself four or five days before…. I know where I'm going to be doing that mahi and what it is….. Those things i’ve got to get that into my head so that I can do my best for them, the client.” . Releasing on @Whakaatamaori 9th of September! . #KaiTā #MokoArtists #AotearoaCulture #UnfilteredConversations #Whetū #Mātanga #TuatahiCreatives

Kai tā is our video podcast series that gathers distinguished moko artists 🎨 from all across Aotearoa 🇳🇿 to speak about their experiences as practitioners, and their opinions on everything moko. . Unfiltered, uninterrupted - real conversations🗨️. Giving viewers unique insight into the world of moko 🌏 and into the life of a moko practitioner👨‍🎨. . This kaupapa was made possible by the profound contributions 🙏 of these mātanga who have generously shared their whakaaro 🤔, wheako, and unfiltered kōrero 🗣️ deep diving into the multi-faceted culture of moko. 🌀 . Today, we proudly introduce you to one of the whetū 🌠 of the Kai Tā series: Maia Gibbs @maiagibbsarts of Ngāi Tāmanuhiri, Rongowhakaata, Ngāti Kahungunu a prominent figure in our Te Tai Rāwhiti Episode🎥. . “We stand on the shoulders of giants. We wouldn't be able to do what we do now." . Releasing on @Whakaatamaori 9th of September! . #KaiTā #MokoArtists #AotearoaCulture #UnfilteredConversations #Whetū #Mātanga #TuatahiCreatives

Kai tā is our video podcast series that gathers distinguished moko artists 🎨 from all across Aotearoa 🇳🇿 to speak about their experiences as practitioners, and their opinions on everything moko. . In our Te Tai Rāwhiti episode, we hear from @mokoira @maiagibbsarts @haruruarts & @pou_puketapu . Releasing on @Whakaatamaori 9th of September! . #KaiTā #MokoArtists #AotearoaCulture #UnfilteredConversations #Whetū #Mātanga #tuatahicreatives

"He Wīwī, He Naati, He Whanokē! 🏔️ - 🗣️ Stoked to announce that in collaboration with @ahikaaassociates & Mako Media, we will be producing 10 episodes of "Ngā Mahi Matatoa a Ahikaa" 💯 which will air on TVNZ2 and TVNZ+ 📺 - The series features the bold and fearless Ahikaa (Ahi), a spirited Māori boy from the countryside on the East Coast of the North Island, State Highway 35 🗺️. - 🎣 Ahi is forever embarking on wild adventures— hunting 🏹, diving 🤿, eeling 🐍, and fishing 🐟! Whether it's growing and harvesting crops 🌾, lending a helping hand to his kaumātua 👵🏾👴🏾, or lighting up the stage with dynamic kapa haka 🎶. Ahikaa shows us what it means to be Ahikāroa! 🔥 - 👀 Keep your eyes out for more updates and behind-the-scenes sneak peeks 📸!" - #NgaMahiMatatoaaAhikaa #Māori #TVNZ2 #TVNZ+ #Ahikāroa #newzealand #aotearoa #EastCoast #35 #Naati #TeReoMāori

Kai tā is our video podcast series that gathers distinguished moko artists 🎨 from all across Aotearoa 🇳🇿 to speak about their experiences as practitioners, and their opinions on everything moko. . Unfiltered, uninterrupted - real conversations🗨️. Giving viewers unique insight into the world of moko 🌏 and into the life of a moko practitioner👨‍🎨. . This kaupapa was made possible by the profound contributions 🙏 of these mātanga who have generously shared their whakaaro 🤔, wheako, and unfiltered kōrero 🗣️ deep diving into the multi-faceted culture of moko. 🌀 . Today, we proudly introduce you to one of the whetū 🌠 of the Kai Tā series: Tamararo Raihania @mataoraink of Ngāti Porou & Te Whānau Ā Apanui a prominent figure in our Te Waipounamu, Tāhuna Episode🎥. . Releasing on @Whakaatamaori 9th of September! . #KaiTā #MokoArtists #AotearoaCulture #UnfilteredConversations #Whetū #Mātanga #TuatahiCreatives

Kai tā is our video podcast series that gathers distinguished moko artists 🎨 from all across Aotearoa 🇳🇿 to speak about their experiences as practitioners, and their opinions on everything moko. . Unfiltered, uninterrupted - real conversations🗨️. Giving viewers unique insight into the world of moko 🌏 and into the life of a moko practitioner👨‍🎨. . This kaupapa was made possible by the profound contributions 🙏 of these mātanga who have generously shared their whakaaro 🤔, wheako, and unfiltered kōrero 🗣️ deep diving into the multi-faceted culture of moko. 🌀 . Today, we proudly introduce you to one of the whetū 🌠 of the Kai Tā series: Renata Karena @Renatakarena10 of Ngāti Kahungunu ki Heretaunga, Te Aupōuri, Ngāi Tahu a prominent figure in our Te Waipounamu, Tāhuna Episode🎥. . “Cause a lot of times they don't understand, they're trying to explain to you what they want. But they don't know how to explain it. Then you gotta keep pulling it out" . Releasing on @Whakaatamaori 9th of September! . #KaiTā #MokoArtists #AotearoaCulture #UnfilteredConversations #Whetū #Mātanga #TuatahiCreatives

Kai tā is our video podcast series that gathers distinguished moko artists 🎨 from all across Aotearoa 🇳🇿 to speak about their experiences as practitioners, and their opinions on everything moko. . Unfiltered, uninterrupted - real conversations🗨️. Giving viewers unique insight into the world of moko 🌏 and into the life of a moko practitioner👨‍🎨. . This kaupapa was made possible by the profound contributions 🙏 of these mātanga who have generously shared their whakaaro 🤔, wheako, and unfiltered kōrero 🗣️ deep diving into the multi-faceted culture of moko. 🌀 . Today, we proudly introduce you to one of the whetū 🌠 of the Kai Tā series: Jay Wiremu Davis @liljwd of Te Ati Haunui-a-Paparangi a prominent figure in our Te Waipounamu, Tāhuna Episode🎥. . “Take advantage of what's been offered out there… there's a lot of wānanga.. lot of kura that do help you in terms of learning korero behind all of our Moko, behind the patterns and really don't be afraid, just jump in there” . Releasing on @Whakaatamaori 9th of September! . #KaiTā #MokoArtists #AotearoaCulture #UnfilteredConversations #Whetū #Mātanga #TuatahiCreatives

Kai tā is our video podcast series that gathers distinguished moko artists 🎨 from all across Aotearoa 🇳🇿 to speak about their experiences as practitioners, and their opinions on everything moko. . In our Te Waipounamu episode, we hear from @liljwd @renatakarena10 & @mataoraink , who share their experiences working down in Tāhuna, Queenstown. . Releasing on @whakaatamaori 9th of September! . #KaiTā #MokoArtists #AotearoaCulture #UnfilteredConversations #Whetū #Mātanga #tuatahicreatives

Kai tā is our video podcast series that gathers distinguished moko artists 🎨 from all across Aotearoa 🇳🇿 to speak about their experiences as practitioners, and their opinions on everything moko. . Unfiltered, uninterrupted - real conversations🗨️. Giving viewers unique insight into the world of moko 🌏 and into the life of a moko practitioner👨‍🎨. . This kaupapa was made possible by the profound contributions 🙏 of these mātanga who have generously shared their whakaaro 🤔, wheako, and unfiltered kōrero 🗣️ deep diving into the multi-faceted culture of moko. 🌀 . Today, we proudly introduce you to one of the whetū 🌠 of the Kai Tā series: Trevor Teau @teau_designs of Ngāti Rarotonga a prominent figure in our Tāmaki Makaurau Episode🎥. . Releasing on @whakaatamaori 9th of September . “When you receive moko you have that connection, Tatau its that connection again" 🗣️ - - - - - #KaiTā #MokoArtists #AotearoaCulture #UnfilteredConversations #Whetū #Mātanga #tuatahicreatives

Kai tā is our video podcast series that gathers distinguished moko artists 🎨 from all across Aotearoa 🇳🇿 to speak about their experiences as practitioners, and their opinions on everything moko. . Unfiltered, uninterrupted - real conversations🗨️. Giving viewers unique insight into the world of moko 🌏 and into the life of a moko practitioner👨‍🎨. . This kaupapa was made possible by the profound contributions 🙏 of these mātanga who have generously shared their whakaaro 🤔, wheako, and unfiltered kōrero 🗣️ deep diving into the multi-faceted culture of moko. 🌀 . Today, we proudly introduce you to one of the whetū 🌠 of the Kai Tā series: Jordan Clarke @jordz_samoko of Ngāti Porou, Rongowhakaata, Te Aitanga-a-Māhaki, Ngāti Hāmoa a prominent figure in our Tāmaki Makaurau Episode🎥. . Releasing on @whakaatamaori 9th of September! . “We've all tattooed people that have come in and said that to us.. “oh I don't feel worthy” or “I don't know the reo”.... Well just let this moko be that stepping stone to learn." 🗣️ - - - - - #KaiTā #MokoArtists #AotearoaCulture #UnfilteredConversations #Whetū #Mātanga #tuatahicreatives

Kai tā is our video podcast series that gathers distinguished moko artists 🎨 from all across Aotearoa 🇳🇿 to speak about their experiences as practitioners, and their opinions on everything moko. . Unfiltered, uninterrupted - real conversations🗨️. Giving viewers unique insight into the world of moko 🌏 and into the life of a moko practitioner👨‍🎨. . This kaupapa was made possible by the profound contributions 🙏 of these mātanga who have generously shared their whakaaro 🤔, wheako, and unfiltered kōrero 🗣️ deep diving into the multi-faceted culture of moko. 🌀 . Today, we proudly introduce you to one of the whetū 🌠 of the Kai Tā series: Te Kanawa Ngorotata @Moko_aio of Ngāti Kahungungu, Ngāti Maniapoto, Ngati Porou a prominent figure in our Tāmaki Makaurau Episode🎥. . Releasing on @whakaatamaori 9th of September! . “I think sometimes opinions can be very dangerous. It sometimes leads people off the track…" - - - - - #KaiTā #MokoArtists #AotearoaCulture #UnfilteredConversations #Whetū #Mātanga #tuatahicreatives

Kai tā coming soon whānau @whakaatamaori - - - - - - - - - - - - - - #kaitā #moko #māori #mokoartist #aotearoa #comingsoon

📣 Excited to announce that our TV series, “Kai Tā”, is set to air September the 9th 🗓️ exclusively on @whakaatamaori . 📺 Kai Tā is a video podcast series 🎥 that gathers distinguished moko artists 🎨 from all across Aotearoa 🇳🇿 to speak about their experiences as practitioners, and their opinions on everything moko. 🌀 Off the record, unfiltered, uninterrupted - real conversations 🗨️. Giving viewers unique insight into the world of moko and into the life of a moko artist. 🧑‍🎨 Created with support from @te_mangai_paho #KaiTā #MokoArtists #Aotearoa #UnfilteredConversations #WhakaataMāori

Another episode of Tales with Tama whānau. The 3peat! @mataoraink & @renatakarena10 - - - - - - #taleswithtama #rantswithren #hātakēhi #outthegate

New episode of Tales with Tama! Back to back whānau. Anei a duo that would rival MJ & Scottie. - - - - - - - - - - - #taleswithtama #rantswithren #moko #payforyourmokowhanau #necktats #melissa #hātakēhi

Another episode of Tales with Tama, @mataoraink and we have a special guest joining him… 😂 - - - - - - - - - - #taleswithtama #rantswithren #moko #specialguest #hātakēhi #tuatahicreatives

What do you think about the new @allblacks jerseys? @mataoraink gives his thoughts #allblacks #rugby #rugbyworldcup #matchfit

Just finished drawing up a new look 🎨 for the iconic @chiefsrugby logo. 💥 Drop your thoughts in the comments 👇 #ChiefsMana 😛🏆 #Rugby #SuperRugby #LogoDesign #NewZealandRugby #AllBlacks #TuatahiCreatives #maori #maoriart

Another episode of Tales with Tama, @mataoraink sending his hopes off to Hiwa-i-te-rangi upon our Matariki celebrations. #mānawatiaamatariki, #matarikikāingahokia, #matariki2023, #matarikicallsyouhome #maorinewyear #matariki #newzealand #stars #whetū #Taleswithtama

Matariki 🌟 is a time to acknowledge our whakapapa, honour our tipuna and embrace our cultural traditions. - It's a period to reflect on the past ⏳, celebrate the present 🎉 and plan for the future 🌱. - Matariki is deeply intertwined with whanaungatanga, it's about coming together 👫 and strengthening the bonds we have with our loved ones 💞, and reinforcing our communal ties. This sacred time of the year is also about reminding ourselves of our kaitiakitanga, our responsibility as guardians of the taiao 🌳🌊. - During Matariki, we show respect to Papatūānuku, our Earth Mother, by giving back to the land and honouring Ranginui, our Sky Father, by raising our eyes to the stars. This celestial event is a moment for us to learn, share, and grow together as a whānau, hapū, iwi, and as a wider community. - So as Matariki rises once again, let's take a moment to remember those we've lost, to celebrate life, to learn, and to love. ✨. #Matariki #Whanaungatanga #Kaitiakitanga #MaoriCulture #Aotearoa #NewBeginnings #CelebrateMatariki

From Tāhuna to Tāmaki Makaurau, the @m9aotearoa event ignited a 🔥 within us, urging us to dream bigger and create legacies for our uri. We return ready to make an impact and leave a lasting mark. Grateful for the incredible experience. 🙌✨ - - - - - - - - - - #FromTāhunaToTāmakiMakaurau #M9Aotearoa #IgniteTheFire #DreamBigCreateLegacies #ImpactMakers #LeavingALastingMark #GratefulForTheExperience #InspiredJourney #WhānauLegacy #AotearoaAdventures

🌀Ko Ahikaa (also known as “Ahi”) tēnei, a boisterous Māori boy from the countryside on the East Coast of the North Island, State Highway 35. 🏞️🌄 - 🏹🏊‍♂️ Ahi is forever embarking on crazy adventures - hunting, diving, eeling, and fishing! 🐟🎣🌊 - 🔥Fearless and bold, Ahi never shies away from growing and harvesting crops, offering a helping hand to his elders, or lighting up the stage with dynamic kapa haka! - 🎉🙌 This vibrant concept was brought to life by the incredibly talented wāhine from @ahikaaassociates and visualised with aroha by our dedicated team here at Tuatahi. 🎨👩‍🎨✨ - 👉 Stay tuned to learn more 🇳🇿 - #AhikaaAdventures #FollowAhi #AotearoaLife #TuatahiCreatives #NewZealandAdventure #MaoriCulture #KapaHaka #StateHighway35

As we conclude our transformative journey in Tokomaru Bay we reflect on our teachings 🌌. Through the enriching kaupapa facilitated by @ahikaaassociates Ahikaa Associates, we've embraced the celestial wisdom of our tipuna, anchoring us firmly in kaitiakitanga, the deep connection between us, the land, and the cosmos 🌏🌠. - Leadership isn't about just navigating - it's exploring, understanding, and honouring the journey 🛶. It’s harnessing unity, taking the helm with courage, and steering towards growth with the guidance of ancestral stars 💫. - With much aroha, we acknowledge the seeds of leadership sown during our time together, now ready to sprout and flourish 🌱🌿. This transformative experience has empowered us, forging future leaders under the guidance of ancestral wisdom 🪶🔭. - To the future leaders born from this wānanga, we look forward to your voyages 🌟⛵. #TokomaruBay #LeadershipWānanga #StarNavigation #Ahikaa #MāoriHeritage #Kaitiakitanga #AncestralGuidance #LeadershipIsAVoyage #AhikaaAssociates

A reflection of the recent @m9aotearoa event from Tama (@mataoraink). A big mihi to all involved! #maori #toi #art #aotearoa #māori #auckland #tereomāori #maoriart

Māori used the moon (marama) and the stars (whetū) as a form of timekeeping, which led to the creation of Maramataka, a calendar based on the lunar month, rather than the solar year which is used in the Gregorian calendar. - A lunar month begins with the new moon (Whiro) and continues through approximately 30 days of changing phases until the moon is new again. The nights in a lunar month are divided into three categories: the excellent aspect (nights that are good for planting, fishing, etc.), the neutral aspect, and the evil aspect (nights that are considered unfavourable for most activities). - Each iwi (tribe) has its own version of Maramataka, with slightly different names for the days and phases of the moon, and different interpretations of what activities are best to undertake on each day. However, despite these variations, all versions serve a similar purpose: to guide daily life and activities in harmony with the cycles of nature. - Understanding and following the Maramataka allows individuals to live in tune with natural rhythms, influencing everything from agriculture to fishing, to personal well-being. It is a significant part of Māori cultural heritage, representing an intricate knowledge of astronomy, ecology, and the environment. We as Māori use the marama🌙 (moon) and whetū🌟(stars) as a form of time keeping 🗓️ which we call the Maramataka. Unlike the Gregorian calendar which uses the sun ☀️, ours is based on lunar months 🌑. - A new lunar month kicked off with a new moon which we call Whiro, this lasts about 30 days until another new moon. Each iwi has a unique spin on the Maramataka, changing the names of the days and moon phases 🌒🌓🌔, and even what tasks are best on each day. But they all had one thing in common: they used it as a guide for daily life, all synced up with nature's cycles 🍃🌊, helping Māori to live in harmony with nature's natural rhythms 🎵. - The maramataka influences everything, from farming 🌾, to fishing 🎣, to how we feel 😌. As such, it is a big part of Māori culture and heritage, showing our deep understanding of the taiao 🌏(environment).

A vision is our guiding star 🌟, it illuminates the path 🛤️ to achieving our goals and charts a course ⛵ toward growth 🌱 and fulfilment 🙌. A vision serves as our compass 🧭, steering us towards our biggest aspirations. As the whetū light 💫 the way in the vast moana 🌊, let the journey 🚶‍♂️, as well as the destination 🏁, be a celebration 🎉 of our potential. 🚀🌌 @ahikaaassociates #Vision #Journey #Destination #Growth #Fulfilment #MaoriWisdom #Whetu #Moana #CelebratePotential #LeadershipWānanga #TokomaruBay