Te Wharewaka o Poneke

29/05/2026

Hurricanes supporters unite - let's shine bright in Ōtautahi for Round 7
Te Whanganui a Tara a region of talent 🆗

23/05/2026

QUALMARK - WHAREWAKATOURS
Qualmark recognises those businesses that are focused on protecting what makes New Zealand unique and special. Our award can be proudly displayed as evidence that Te Wharewaka o Pōneke is committed to protecting our beautiful natural environment, enhancing connections with our local communities, whilst also delivering a quality, safe experience for all visitors.

Wellington’s rich and diverse Māori history is uncovered with Te Wharewaka o Pōneke Cultural Education kaupapa, Walking Tours, Waka Tours (Traditional Canoe) and Cultural Engagement.

21/05/2026

CANAPÉS - VISUALLY STUNNING, FLAVORS THAT EXCEED EXPECTATIONS - Great job tonight team Functions!

21/05/2026

CULTURAL WALKING TOURS - CITY TO SEA
See Te Whanganui a Tara, Wellington Harbour,
from an all-new perspective. Did you know the area where Te Raukura-Te Wharewaka o Pōneke is located was harbour frontage to Te Aro Pā, an old traditional Māori village. Learn about the people of this place, the various elements and design of Te Raukura building and its connection to the Polynesian explorer Kupe. Hear stories about the two taniwha (mythological beings) in the harbour retold, find out about environmental impacts for Māori in today’s urban landscape and learn other fascinating facts about Māori culture in Wellington.
https://wharewakatours.maori.nz/city-to-sea/

20/05/2026

HIDDEN MĀORI TREASURES WALKING TOUR Discover intriguing secrets about the city we love and explore the exclusive sites of our history! The area where Te Raukura-Te Wharewaka o Pōneke is located was harbour frontage to Te Aro Pā, an old traditional Māori village. Learn about the people of this place, the various elements and design of Te Raukura building and its connection to the Polynesian explorer Kupe. Hear stories about the two taniwha (mythological beings) in the harbour retold, find out about environmental impacts for Māori in today’s urban landscape and learn other fascinating facts about Māori culture in Wellington.

View the archaeological remains of a whareponga (house) at the Pā site, hear the story of the people who lived at the Pā and their journey to Wellington, gain exclusive access to a non-public excavation site. Discover Wellington’s hidden Māori treasures.
Book your tour today https://wharewakatours.maori.nz/hidden-maori-treasures/

20/05/2026

Planning your next event and looking for an iconic cultural venue in Wellington - come and talk to Ariarne our Sales and Marketing Co-ordinator at Wharewaka Function Centre! E| [email protected] or M| 027 801 7227

20/05/2026

E Rere te Keo
So proud of Wellington Phoenix FC tāne me wāhine - we look forward to next season - let the success continue!

20/05/2026

GET ON BOARD - BOOK NOW 25 MAY 2026!
The Great Harbour of Tara Tour
A commentated experience like no other! Cruise the harbour on the all new ‘Ikarere’, a state of the art electric passenger ferry and get an insight to the cultural history of our harbour and capital city.
Read more here: https://wharewakatours.maori.nz/harbour-tour/

19/05/2026

Te Wharewaka o Poneke Tourism is in Tāmaki Makaurau, attending TRENZ 2026. TRENZ is the biggest tourism trade event on New Zealand's calendar, where industry leaders and representatives gather in person to showcase their products and services to high-quality international and New Zealand travel buyers.
Te Wharewaka Tourism - the cultural heartbeat of Te Whanganui a Tara.

18/05/2026