Western Bay Museum unveils powerful toki exhibition
Western Bay Museum is set to open Toki – the edge of tradition, its most powerful exhibition yet, celebrating the sacred taonga of the toki.
Waihī Beach Weaving Carries Deep Environmental Message
Kairāranga Marino Magee's harakeke weaving 'Ngā Tikanga o te Taiao' greets visitors at Waihī Beach's new community hub, sharing a message of environmental
Waka Exhibition Brings Ancestral Traditions to Katikati Museum
A live waka carving exhibition at Western Bay Museum in Katikati runs 25–29 June, featuring master carver Hingangaroa Smith and daily demonstrations.
Master Carvers Bring Waka Traditions to Life at Katikati Museum
Master carvers Hingangaroa Smith and Haimona Brown demonstrate traditional waka construction at Western Bay Museum in Katikati, 25–29 June 2025.
Irish and British Diplomats Honoured at Katikati Marae Ahead of 150th Anniversary
Irish and British diplomats joined Ngāi Tamawhariua at Te Rereatukahia Marae to mark the 150th anniversary of Ulster settlers arriving in Katikati.
Otawhiwhi Marae Brings Kai and Mātauranga to Flavours of Plenty Festival
Otawhiwhi Marae chairman Reon Tuanau will share the cultural story of kai at the Flavours of Plenty Festival, including kūmara traditions, fry bread, and k
WAI.TAI Māori-World Fusion Collective to Play Katikati Folk Club
Māori-World Fusion Collective WAI.TAI, led by Robyn Kamira, is coming to the Katikati Folk Club with a unique sound blending te reo Māori and global musica