Waiata

Mohaka Marae is a place where you can stay connected, even when you are far from home. You can find clear details for upcoming hui, tangihanga, wānanga and events so you always know what is happening and how to be part of it. Whānau can easily reconnect with their whakapapa, learn the stories of the marae and pass that knowledge on to the next generation. If you are planning to visit, everything you need is here, from contact details to booking information, so your arrival is smooth and respectful. For those supporting from a distance, you can stay informed, share kōrero and continue to uplift the marae wherever you are.Waiata is a big part of who we are at Mohaka Marae. It’s how we come together, how we support each other and how we carry the stories of Ngāti Pāhauwera. Whether it’s waiata, haka or mōteatea, each one holds meaning and connects us back to our people and our place.

This is a space where you can learn and sit with our waiata at your own pace. You might be brushing up before coming home, learning for the first time or just wanting to stay connected wherever you are. However you arrive, you’re welcome here.

Over time you’ll get to know the words, the feeling behind them and when they are used. It’s not about getting it perfect, it’s about being part of it. The more you engage, the more familiar it becomes, and the more confident you’ll feel standing alongside your whānau when the time comes.