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Trish Seddon from Te Awamutu Museum

Commemorating He Rā Maumahara (New Zealand Wars)
Get ready for October's new Tui & Tama's FREE activities with Kōtare (kingfisher), where we'll be learning about and commemorating He Rā Maumahara (New Zealand Wars) on October 28.

Activities available 28 Sept - 30 Oct
Children under 14 must be supervised by an adult

Here's some recent history that highlights the importance of the day:
- The 150th anniversary of Ō-Rākau in 2014 brought about the national day of commemoration.
- Ōtorohanga College students championed a petition to Parliament with over 12,000 signatures.
- The date for future commemorations was set for October 28.
- This was the date that He Whakaputanga o te Rangatiratanga o Nu Tirene/ 1835 Declaration of Independence of the United Tribes of New Zealand was signed.
Find more info visit: www.beehive.govt.nz......

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