Te Rōpū o Muriwhenua

21/09/2026

MURI RAU TANGATA, MURI RAU AROHA

It’s not just the contribution itself that makes an impact, but it’s the ngākau and whakapono that come with it. Your aroha and encouragement have helped set the foundation for what we hope to achieve now, and for the future ahead. Mei kore ake ko tā koutou ngākau nui e ea ai ēnei mahi a mātou

Arohanui,

Te Whānau o Muriwhenua

21/09/2026

Life in the FFN

Season 2, Episode 1

Rawiri Pihama and Tia Waitai-Henare work hard with the Muriwhenua Haka rōpu and carry on the whānau legacy in the lead-up to Matatini 2025.

https://www.maoriplus.co.nz/mi/show/life-in-the-ffn/season-2/episode-1/play?fbclid=IwY2xjawUd5mlwZG9mBWV4dG4DYWVtAjEwAGJyaWQRMW9XVEtBNUZQNTVXZHRLaWJzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeq8RECiFSavHIrKnDSFpezCA1ai4XnGQHBxWkji7qdku-J4TKXdpHYcuSUFQ_aem_f5MBLYyn6wDhdGA1rH88ng

Rawiri Pihama and Tia Waitai-Henare work hard with the Muriwhenua Haka rōpu and carry on the whānau legacy in the lead-up to Matatini 2025.

13/09/2026

MURI RAU TANGATA, MURI RAU AROHA

There are people that exist within the Kapa who don’t ask for acknowledgements or recognition. They’ve believed in the kaupapa, and continue to support in any way they can. These are the people and whānau who have poured their aroha, time and support into Te Rōpū o Muriwhenua for many years. Kia pēhea te mihi?

Ko koutou ko mātou, ko mātou ko koutou. Whakanuia ngā mema motuhake o te Muriz100 Club.

Ngāti Kuri Trust Board, Te Hiku Hauora, Bundy & Patricia Waitai (life members) Nanny-Nan Patricia Skipwith (life member)

10/09/2026

MURI RAU TANGATA, MURI RAU AROHA. ❤

Kia mihia te hunga nā rātou te kapa o Muriwhenua i ora ai!
Our kaitautoko, our nannies, the whānau, the cleaners, the cooks, the sewers, the kairaranga, the final call ups and te iwi whānui, p**a noa i te motu - this one is for you.

Te Rōpū o Muriwhenua would not be what we are without the belief and support from you all. Ka kore rawa te puna o mihi e mimiti. To our official Muriz100 Club members of 2026. Nau mai, hēre mai, tēnā koutou.

28/09/2025

MURIWHENUA KI ITĀRIA

A contingent of 22 kaihaka from Te Rōpū O Muriwhenua recently travelled to Verona, Italy, joining alongside 23 other kaitākaro and artists to participate in the prestigious Tocatii Traditional Street Games Festival. This year marked the 23rd edition of the Tocatì Festival, with New Zealand being invited as the Guest of Honour. The trip spanned 14 days, running from 13 September to 26 September.

Our delegation from Te Tai Tokerau was truly unique, bringing together a rich mixture of talent and creativity. Over the course of the festival, our performers, kaitākaro and artists featured prominently, showcasing not only our cultural expression but also the strength and mana of our people internationally.
The experience was nothing short of phenomenal. From the vibrant festival atmosphere to the breathtaking sites, we visited, most memorably the historic Verona Arena Colosseum, our rōpū was able to connect, share, and be inspired in ways that will stay with us for a lifetime.

This incredible journey would not have been possible without the support of our sponsors and champions:

• Wiremu Sarich & Anna Tripp– Tatuuroa Ltd
• Francesco Mecarelli & Maria Mariotti
• Ngāti Kuri Trust Board – Main Sponsor
• Te Hiku Hauora – Main Sponsor
• Ngai Takoto – Sponsor

We extend our deepest gratitude for your belief in our kaupapa and for enabling us to represent our people, our culture, and our region of MURIWHENUA - Te Tai Tokerau with pride on the world stage.

MAURI MURIZ

27/09/2025

27/09/2025