Welcoming Tour - Visit Hukanui Marae, Friday 11 September
Description
A welcoming tour to Hukanui Marae is organised by Shama - Ethnic Women Trust as part of Welcoming Week of Hamilton City Council for people who want to explore more about Hamilton's public, cultural and natural spaces. It is also a chance for newcomers to connect with the Community and build lifelong friendships with Indigenous people, Tangata Whenua, and other local and ethnic people. "Let's Feel at Home, Settle in, and Embrace local culture ".
Friday 11 September 2026: Welcoming Tour to The Marae
10 am: Meet at the Shama office at 8 Liverpool Street, Hamilton Central, to start the tour to Hukanui Marae, a historical place in Hamilton, New Zealand.
10:30 am: Arrive at Hukanui Marae. Participate in Porwhiri- a famous cultural practice of the people of The Land (Tangata Whenua), and have a conversation/korero about history and the Treaty of Waitangi (Te Tiriti o Waitangi)
13:00: Enjoy kai (food) at the Marae. Please bring your dish to share to feel even more loved and connected.
For more information, feel free to contact Suu Lam - Community Development Lead (Regional)
Email: projects@shama.org.nz
Phone: 07 843 3810 | 0226847284
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