We were welcomed onto the grounds with a powhiri. We had a number of adult attendees with us to support us and respond to the powhiri. Great respect was shown by all during this ceremony.
Inside the wharenui itself, a kaumatua (elder associated with the marae) welcomed us, to which Anaru Gray responded.
We all came away enriched by the experience and our contact with Maori language and culture.
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| Entrance to the wharenui |
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| Enjoying the grounds |
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| Lunch in the dining room |
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| Great being together |
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| Working on our booklets |
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| Absorbing it all! |
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