Harper Ave bus stop
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Te Matatini 2015 – Christchurch will be held from 4 – 8 March 2015, North Hagley Park, Christchurch.
The Hauora Village will be situated in the Te Matatini market place. The aim of the Hauora Village is to provide information and services that support Māori whānau to achieve active, positive and healthy lifestyles. The Village will operate under the Te Pae Mahutonga indigenous framework and will advocate Mauriora (access to a secure cultural identity); Waiora (environmental protection); Toiora (healthy lifestyles); Te Oranga (participation in society); Ngā Manukura (leadership) and Te Mana Whakahaere (autonomy).
The Hauora Village aims to deliver the following.
To promote
We expect Hauora Village health providers to commit to providing the following to all festival participants.
We expect that all services in the Hauora Village will be provided free of charge to festival participants.
If you wish to charge for your services, you will need to register (and purchase) a stall space in the general market place from Te Matatini. Stall registrations can be found on www.tematatini.co.nz.
Te Matatini is a whānau friendly, smoke, alcohol and drug free event. It is an opportunity for all people, regardless of culture, background or age to come together to share and celebrate the richness of Māori culture.
If this sounds like you, we welcome you to register by downloading and returning the registration form or by contacting Gail McLauchlan on [email protected], phone 03 364 1777, mobile 027 512 6164.
2014 | |
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Monday 22nd October | Stalls applications open. Application form and Terms & Conditions available online from this date. |
Friday 21st November | Stalls applications close. |
Tuesday, 9th December | Applicants advised. |
2015 | |
20 January – 2 March | Information provided to stallholders as required. |
3 – 4 March | Stallholder pack in and briefing. |
4 – 8 March | Te Matatini 2015 – Christchurch. |
8 – 9 March | Stallholder pack out. |
Stall size | Inclusions |
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Table only | 1 stallholder passes 1 trestle table 2 chairs 1 car park pass – drop off/pick up only Power to site (if required) |
6m x 6m Marquee |
Marquee 3-4 stallholder passes 3-4 trestle tables 3-4 chairs 3-4 car park passes – drop off/pick up only Power to site (if required) |
Please note: Extra stallholder passes are available to purchase. Please see www.iticket.co.nz
With your help we can welcome and manaaki our manuhiri (guests), infuse our uniquely southern flavour into the festival, and, ensure everyone enjoys the very best festival we can offer.
The volunteer workforce makes up approximately 25% of the entire festival workforce.
We are looking for a workforce of 400 volunteers to help us welcome guests at the gate, look after kaumātua and VIPs, pick up rubbish, work in the car park, act as general information ambassadors, man the lost and found, help service the toilets, tend the whānau area, help install art works and raised gardens, decorate marquees and everything else in between. We have lots and lots of jobs.
Festival
Te Matatini National Kapa Haka Festival
Abbreviated name for 2015 Festival
Te Matatini 2015 – Christchurch
Theme
He Ngākau Aroha
Dates of Festival
4 – 8 March 2015
Venue
Hagley Park North, Otautahi / Christchurch
Festival Organisers
Te Matatini National Kapa Haka Aotearoa
Host Region
Waitaha Cultural Council supported by Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu and the Christchurch City Council
How do I become a volunteer?
Register on www.waitahacc.co.nz
Can I choose what I want to volunteer for?
On the registration form you will be given the option to nominate your preference.
When will I hear what team I am in and what I am doing?
Team leaders are being selected now. Part of their role is to contact the volunteers and confirm that you are okay to work in their team.
How many days does the Festival run?
Te Matatini 2015 – Christchurch will run for five (5) consecutive days from 4 – 8 March 2015. The first day is the pōwhiri, the following three days are made up of the preliminary competition pool rounds, with the finals being contested on the last day.
Do I have to volunteer for all of them?
We expect that you will volunteer for a minimum of two days or equivalent. Your team leader will work with you to schedule this.
Will there be volunteer travel and accommodation provided?
No, all volunteers will need to be responsible for this, however Ngāi Tahu who are registered volunteers can apply to the Ngāi Tahu Fund committee for funding. For more information visit: ngaitahu.iwi.nz
Is there a volunteer uniform?
Yes, once you have been confirmed in a team your team leader will get you sorted.
Will I be fed while I am volunteering?
Yes.
Do I need to buy a ticket to attend the festival if I am volunteering?
If you are volunteering for a minimum of 2 days: no. If you are volunteering for less: yes.
Is there an age limit to volunteer?
The minimum age is 14, however, conditions will apply.
Do I get anything for volunteering?
You will get some training, a uniform, a festival ticket, kai, lots of memories and stories and knowledge that you have contributed to a once in a generation event.
If I need more information, who do I contact?
Volunteer co-ordinator: Kim Wetini
Email: [email protected]
General information
Email: [email protected]
Rehua Marae was packed out last night for the much-anticipated Te Matatini 2015 National Kapa Haka Festival live pool draw for team performances.
Waitaha Cultural Council chair Ranui Ngarimu said it was very exciting to be announcing the pool and order of performance for the 45 teams.
“Waitaha Cultural Council is proud to be hosting Te Matatini Festival 2015, the world’s largest celebration of Māori performing arts, with the support of Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu and Christchurch City Council. Te Matatini will awaken the pride of all iwi in the south – it will be our chance to say thank you for the support after the earthquakes.”
Te Matatini Trust Board officials were in attendance along with Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu Kaiwhakahaere Tā Mark Solomon and Christchurch Mayor Leanne Dalziel.
Te Matatini Trust Board Te Kahautu Maxwell Mātaatua Delegate called the draw which was streamed live on the web and broadcast live from our very own Tahu FM.
For full pool details please visit: www.tematatini.co.nz
The much-anticipated draw for next year’s team performances at the National Kapa Haka Festival will take place at Rehua Marae in Christchurch on Wednesday 11 June at 7.30pm.
The draw determines the order of performances for the 45 teams that will compete for the title of best performing Te Matatini Kapa Haka group when the festival is held in Otautahi-Christchurch from 4-8 March 2015. The festival attracts the best teams from all over New Zealand and Australia after qualifying through regional competitions.
Te Matatini 2015 – Christchurch is produced by Te Matatini Kapa Haka Aotearoa, the national organisation responsible for fostering Kapa Haka and Māori performing arts in New Zealand. Next year’s competition is to be hosted by the Waitaha Cultural Council with support from the South Island iwi Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu and the Christchurch City Council.
Executive Director of Te Matatini, Mr Darrin Apanui, says tomorrow night’s draw has been eagerly anticipated by the teams. The order of performances is determined through a ballot, and is undertaken in the presence of members of the host committee.
“All of our teams will be watching and waiting for tomorrow’s draw. They’re all very keen on knowing where in the festival they’ll be performing so they can prepare as best they can. Being first to perform at our festival can be a nerve-wracking challenge for even the most experienced kapa haka performers,” Darrin says.
Te Matatini festivals attract thousands of people each day of the four-day festival, with more than 20,000 expected to converge on the Christchurch venue for the semi-finals and finals. The festival itself will be broadcast on television and radio, as well as online, which makes the uniquely Māori performance art available to a global audience.
Te Matatini 2015 will be one of a number of major events to be held in Christchurch next year. Selwyn Parata, Chairman of Te Matatini, says: “We are excited about holding our next biennial festival in Otautahi. It has been a number of years since it was last held in Te Wai Pounamu and we’re looking forward to playing our part in helping rebuild the cultural vibrancy of the city.
The full draw will be published on Te Matatini’s website www.tematatini.co.nz after the draw.
Listen to the Waitaha Senior Kapa Haka at Tahu FM
Waitaha Senior Kapa Haka Competitions
Saturday, 12 April 2014 starting 9.00am Lincoln Event Centre, Meijer Drive, Lincoln
$12 adult $6 children (5 – 12 years) Free for under 5 years
Tēnā koutou, here is the draw for the 2014 Waitaha Regionals;
9.30am Kaumatua Kapa Haka o Ngāi Tūāhuriri.
10.10am Te Ahikaaroa
10.50am Te Parinui o Whiti
11.30am Te Iti o Tahuna
12.10pm Ngā Tumu ki Otago
Lunch break 1pm – 2pm
2pm Te Pao a Tahu
2.40pm Ngā Manu a Tāne
3.20pm Pounamu Ngāi Tahu o Ngā Tai E Rua
4 pm Te Ahikömau a Hamoterangi
4. 40pm Te Kotahitanga
Please note: if any extra groups register for the Waitaha regional competitions, they will be added in at fifth place with all remaining groups start times being pushed out accordingly.
Tēnā koutou katoa
Want to know whatʻs happening and how you can get involved?
We invite you to an information road show about our preparations for hosting Te Matatini 2015. A schedule of where and when we will be in your area follows.
This is an open invitation to all who have an interest in supporting and participating in this premier kapa haka event coming to Ōtautahi in March 2015.
Waitaha Cultural Council Road Show Schedule, February 2014
Date | Location | Venue | Time |
Tuesday, 4 February | Tuahiwi | Tuahiwi Marae | 6 pm |
Thursday, 6 February | Nelson | Te Tau Ihu Regional Competitions | Before Prize Giving |
Thursday, 13 February | Temuka | Arowhenua Marae | 6 pm |
Friday, 14 February | Invercargill | Waihopai Marae | 4 pm |
Saturday, 15 February | Dunedin | Araiteuru Marae | 2 pm |
Monday, 17 February | Christchurch | Rehua Marae | 6 pm |
Wednesday, 19 February | Hokitika | Arahura Marae | 6 pm |
Nau mai, Tauti Mai!!!
Good luck to all competing in the Waitaha Secondary Schools Competition today.
When: Saturday 26 October 2013
Session one 9.30am (mihi whakatau 9am)
Session two 12.45pm (doors open 12.30pm)
Where: Aurora Centre, Burnside High, Greers Road
Tickets: Tickets go on sale Friday, 11th October 2013 at 10.30am
Each session is $6 per ticket. Children under 5 free (if sitting on knee).
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