we now have a current Te Kura Kaupapa Maori O Te Tonga O Hokianga, over 2 years old now..
officially started 2002 down @ Pate Aroha Marae complex.. Humble beginnings
named after the Wikaira whanau,, 2 of which stay on this road, as you turn in to Wikaira road,, theres Shane & Bronwyn WIkaira,, & going over the bridge up towards the Catholic church,, myself & my husband Maanu Wikaira are residing.. with a view of all of Whirinaki valley,,
how can i visit this island,, i have some ancestors buried here
If any one finds my red shoes down stairs can you let me know.. just email me
Matai Aranui, Pa Te Aroha, Moria marae with many whanau connected,, always a lively place,, evry week ther'es loads of fun fun crys too.. but mostly good hapy memorable moments..
Tauranga,, yeah paddled in the Tauranga big hoe,, waka ama,, felt more special knowing I had personal connections there on my dads side Tupaea.. Hori kingi Tupaea of Ngai Te Rangi.. Yeah Yaah
As for Aotearoa,, land of milk & Honey
orei says about Far North
Living in Whirinaki, Hokianga,, beautiful place.. Reside in the Wikaira papakainga of the late Brian Wikaira.. above Matai Aranui Marae..beautiful beaches, loving people,