Waitangi Day 2021 Arts & Crafts Activities, Feb 6 – 8
A national day of affirming our commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi. What are ways in which you are learning about our nation's history pre 1840-2021?
The Museum has developed fun ways to support cultural learning and understanding of Māori culture, and its place in our nation's history.
Join us for two days of creative mahi toi!
6th Feb 2021 - Tī Rākau Māori Game of Skill (stick game) with Oriwa and Awatea.
Every participant gets to design their very own tī rākau, learn wait song in Te Reo Māori and actions to play the game. A great test of skill while learning its significance in Māori culture.
8th Feb 2021 - Māori Design Badges with Oriwa.
Learn basic Māori design inspired by kōwhaiwhai and whakairo carving patterns, then make your own unique badge!
Note:
$5 per participant, per day.
Open to all ages
Beginner
10 participants per session, please book your space
All children to be supervised by patron or guardian.
Mawhiti Tino Rawe - Clever Crustaceans
Discover crustaceans’ smart survival tricks in a mini exhibition with real specimens and hands-on interactives. Created in collaboration between Te Papa Tongarewa and NIWA Taihoro Nukurangi.
Te Awamutu Museum - Education & Research Centre brings you another amazing Te Papa mini touring exhibition FREE to you!
On show from 5th April - 20th June 2024
Staying home over the break?
The long weekend is the perfect time to make your place safer for an earthquake with these steps:
• Find out where you can turn off your water and gas mains
• Check your chimney for any signs of wear and tear, or damage
• Check your home's foundations are secured
• Move heavy items that are up high to safer, lower down locations.
• Secure tall and heavy furniture and appliances
These simple actions can keep your whānau safer in case of a big shake, so tick them off and make the most of your break.
Bob Francis Wins Senior New Zealander Of The Year
Seven-term Mayor of Masterton, Bob Francis CNZM QSO MBE JP, has been named the 2024 Ryman Healthcare Senior New Zealander of the Year Te Mātāpuputu o te Tau.
Affectionately dubbed ‘Mr Wairarapa’, Bob has served his community in multiple areas, including health services, commercial development, the arts, aviation, homelessness, conservation and sports.
Bob’s award signifies the sixth time Ryman Healthcare has supported this category of the Kiwibank New Zealander of the Year Awards, which provides a fantastic opportunity to celebrate Kiwi seniors who continue to make positive contributions towards the future of Aotearoa.
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