Dr Pakariki “Paki” Harrison QSO oversaw the construction of many wharenui (meeting houses) at marae, including at the University of Auckland where he was also a lecturer. Carving by Paki Harrison ...

A dawn ceremony was hosted by mana whenua Ngāti Rāhiri and Ngāti Kawa with around 300-400 people attending.

A dawn ceremony was hosted by mana whenua Ngāti Rāhiri and Ngāti Kawa who welcomed iwi leaders, politicians and the masses.