It's becoming a common sight: kapa haka performers with traditional Māori moko taking to the Te Matatini stage. But is it time to depart from the drawn-on moko?
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Wet weekend for Te Matatini courtesy of Cyclone Oma
Cold and wet conditions are set to put a dampener on Te Matatini ki te Ao as a low-pressure system is forecasted for the final days of competition in Wellington.
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NewsRuatoki highlights rangatahi meth epidemic
Known for their powerful performances, Ruatoki spread an important message upon the Te Matatini ki te Ao national stage today.
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New Matatini taonga recognises Ngāpō, Pīmia Wehi
The Duncan McIntyre trophy is awarded to the overall winner of Te Matatini, but this year the coveted taonga will be accompanied by a new trophy.
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Ōpōtiki Mai Tawhiti honour Kīngitanga, Ringatū & Rātana
Representing all hapū of Te Whakatōhea, Ōpōtiki Mai Tawhiti return to the national stage after taking out the Mataatua regional kapa haka competition in 2018.
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Te Matatini ki te Ao- Pōhiri
The official Te Matatini ki Te Ao pōwhiri is currently underway at Waitangi Park in Wellington's CBD.
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Ka Mate gets the mana it deserves at Te Matatini
Iwi leader Kahu Ropata says Ngāti Toa and Ngāti Raukawa will work alongside Te Ātiawa to perform Ka Mate, arguably the most influential haka in the world at Waitangi Park.
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Long-standing group Ngāti Pōneke leads a nation
Ngāti Pōneke nannies and koro gearing up for kapa haka showdown at Waitangi Park for Te Matatini.
