Saturday 22nd February will see whānau from all over the rohe come together and celebrate whakawhānaungatanga, Te Arawatanga and hauora.This is proudly a smoke, drug, alcohol & violence free event.
Activities include include Kī o Rahi, Waka tangata, Kaiaka – athletic pursuits, toia kumea – power pulling, duathlon, heke ngaru – surfing, hī ika – fishing, and wānanga kōrero.
Te Arawa Games project co-ordinator Moana Miller, said the aim of the Te Arawa games is about celebrating Te Arawatanga and bringing whānau together in a fun, safe and positive space.
For those wanting more information about the event and stalls please contact Ms Miller at Te Papa Tākaro o Te Arawa 07 348 3377 or 027 348 3309.
Te Papa Takaro is an iwi organisation established in 1991 by Te Arawa for Te Arawa, Māori and the local community providing well-being services and opportunities.
For more information contact:
Moana Miller
38 Koutu Road Rotorua
Tumahaurangi Marae Complex
(07) 3483377
(027) 348 3302
