Ngā Manu Pūtohe

03/04/2026

Tino whakahī mō ā tātou kaihaka 💙💜🖤

Ngā Manu Pūtohe

31/03/2026

Our first stand for and what a mean as journey it has been for our Haka whānau!

Firstly, a big mihi to the 8 other kapa haka rōpū who took the stage over the weekend. The standard was incredible. Huge congratulations to Te Kahu Ariki for your win, and to Te Hau Tawhiti and Te Whare Haka o Naarama for coming in second and third an incredible achievement whānau mā!

To our kaumātua, Aunty Mary & Uncle Tami, thank you for representing and supporting our kapa with such pride and mana. Your presence and aroha mean so much to us, and we are truly grateful.

To the organisers of this event, and everyone behind the scenes. We see you whānau mā! Thank you for bringing this kaupapa to life once again for Te Whenuamoemoeā.

To our kaihaka, the heart of this kaupapa, 9 weeks of dedicated commitment, sacrifice, and hard work. Early mornings, long nights, pushing past limits, backing each other, and never giving up. We are so incredibly proud and filled with so much aroha for every single one of you.

Our Tutor Parehounuku Knowles, no words are enough to acknowledge the mahi you put in to make this happen for us. Thank you my gee, thank you for your mātauranga and guidance, and especially for the time you have given. What you have given to our kaihaka and to Ngā Manu Pūtohe will always be recognised, valued, and appreciated. Always!

To our kaitātaki, Kelly and Deej, we couldn’t have asked for better leaders. You led us through the trenches with aroha and manaakitanga at the forefront and we are so proud of the way you represented our kapa on and off the stage.

This kaupapa was originally created for the tamariki and rangatahi of Ngā Manu Pūtohe, but this pakeke ropu is whānau made up of many kapa. Te Rau Aroha, Te Aho Taitua thank you for believing in the kaupapa. Kotahitanga at its finest. This kaupapa is not just for our tamariki, but for all tamariki. Keep standing tall tamariki mā, keep believing in yourselves, and never forget the mana you carry within you. We hope we showed that learning never stops and that courage has no age limit.

Ko Ngā Manu Pūtohe
Kia tū Kia tau!
Kotahi te hau
Kotahi te karanga
Ka rere ka tau ka rere anō
Kia Tū… Kia Tau!

06/01/2026

Ngā Manu Pūtohe Pakeke (Adults) Rōpū

This Saturday
10 January • 11am
Marsden State High School
Entry via Moffatt Road Gate 1

Register via link in bio

All info and expectations shared on the day

02/01/2026

Ngā Manu Pūtohe Pākeke 2026

This rōpū is about standing together, learning together, and supporting our rangatahi as they grow.

First wānanga:
Saturday 10 January 2026, 11am
Marsden State High School

All info and expectations will be shared on the day.

Registration form in bio, whānau mā

27/12/2025

Ngā Manu Pūtohe Pākeke 2026

Next year marks a new chapter for Ngā Manu Pūtohe with the establishment of our very first Pākeke rōpū. This rōpū has been created for our rangatahi. It exists to strengthen the pathway behind them, to support their growth, and to ensure they are surrounded by strong tauira who carry the kaupapa with integrity, discipline, and aroha.

As our rangatahi continue to step into bigger spaces and higher levels of performance, we recognise the importance of adults standing alongside them, learning together, and committing to the same kaupapa. The Pākeke rōpū is about presence, responsibility, and building a collective that uplifts the next generation.

This rōpū will be entering Te Matatini Regionals on the Gold Coast in March 2026. This is a significant step for our kaupapa and one that requires commitment, consistency, and unity.

The first wānanga will be held at Marsden State High School on Saturday 10 January 2026 at 11am.

All questions regarding the Pākeke rōpū will be addressed on the first day. Attendance is essential for those who are interested in being part of this journey.

We move forward together, for our rangatahi, for our kaupapa, and for the future of Ngā Manu Pūtohe.

Registration form in BIO whānau mā!
Jan 10 ❤️‍🔥

31/10/2025

Mōrena e te whānau!

For those asking for tickets to our showcase we have just opened up more tickets now! Vendors open at 11AM show begins at 1PM!

Link in Bio 🌿✨

✨ Ngā Manu Pūtohe 2025 Showcase ✨

For months, our tamariki and rangatahi have poured their hearts into every waiata, every poi movement, every pūkana, and every note that can be felt throughout the room. Their dedication, passion, and wairua shine in every moment, and we can’t wait for you all to see their hard mahi come alive on stage next weekend!

💙Saturday 1 November | 11:00am – 4:00pm
💜Marsden State High School (Peforming Arts Centre)

🖤Merchandise and food stalls + Entertainment starting from 11:00am

⚡️Showcase begins at 1:00pm

Tickets available now through TryBooking.com

Bring your whole whānau and witness the mana and wairua of Ngā Manu Pūtohe on stage ⚡️

28/10/2025

He mihi nui ki ngā kaihokohoko e tae mai ana ki te tautoko i tō tātou whakaaturanga!

We’re so proud to have an incredible line-up of Māori-owned businesses from across Brisbane and the Gold Coast joining us this Saturday at our 2025 Showcase ⚡️



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Māori Art And Greenstone



More food vendors TBC!

Come along from 11:00am when our stalls open, there’ll be kai, Māori merchandise, and plenty of whanaungatanga before our performance groups take the stage from 1:00pm at Marsden State High School Performing Arts Centre.

Tickets are available through trybooking.com (link in bio)

24/10/2025

✨ Ngā Manu Pūtohe 2025 Showcase ✨

For months, our tamariki and rangatahi have poured their hearts into every waiata, every poi movement, every pūkana, and every note that can be felt throughout the room. Their dedication, passion, and wairua shine in every moment, and we can’t wait for you all to see their hard mahi come alive on stage next weekend!

💙Saturday 1 November | 11:00am – 4:00pm
💜Marsden State High School (Peforming Arts Centre)

🖤Merchandise and food stalls + Entertainment starting from 11:00am

⚡️Showcase begins at 1:00pm

Tickets available now through TryBooking.com

Bring your whole whānau and witness the mana and wairua of Ngā Manu Pūtohe on stage ⚡️

16/10/2025

Tūhono mai ki Te Hononga Moemoeā 2025!

Come along and support all kapa haka rōpū performing at Te Hononga Moemoeā 2025 this November in Logan City.

He wā whakahirahira hei whakanui i ā tātou tamariki me rangatahi o Te Whenua Moemoeā, kotahi tātou i raro i te mana o te kapa haka.

🖤Saturday, 8th November 2025
❤️Kingston Butter Factory
💛8AM Pōwhiri | 10AM Performances Begin

Celebrate our culture, the connections that exist between us, and the dreams we hold for future generations.

Ngā Manu Pūtohe

21/09/2025

Thank you to everyone who came along yesterday for our Whānau Day in celebration of Te Wiki o te Reo Māori.

A huge congratulations to Uncle Harry, the lucky winner of our raffle! 🥳

Ngā mihi nui ki a koutou katoa for your incredible support of this raffle and our kaupapa for Māori Language Week.

19/09/2025

🌈 Te Wiki o te Reo Māori 🌈
💙 Ngā Manu Pūtōhe Whānau Day 💙

Nau mai, haere mai! Join us for a fun-filled day of whanaungatanga as we celebrate Te Wiki o te Reo Māori at Marsden SHS on Saturday 20 September, 10am–2pm.

✨ Activities include:
Waiata • Mau Rākau • Poi & Workshops • Games of Aotearoa • Spot Prizes + more!

🍔 Kai & Fundraising:
Bring your own picnic or enjoy sausage sizzles, burgers, baking, ice blocks and raffles for purchase.

💚 Kākahu Māori Theme:
Dress up and celebrate our reo and culture.

This is an open invitation to all. It’s a day to come together, have fun and celebrate our Māori language.

📍 Entry to the carpark is via Moffatt Rd. We’re located in G Block. Look out for our signs around the school to guide you.

17/09/2025

🌀 NGĀ MANU PŪTOHE WHĀNAU DAY & TE WIKI O TE REO MĀORI TUKU TAONGA 🌀

Whakanuia Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori! 🌈
Join us as we celebrate Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori and whakawhanaungatanga at our N.M.P Whānau Day this Saturday. To help bring our kaupapa to life, we’re running an exciting Raffle with some amazing Prizes:

🎫 Tickets: $5 each or 3 for $10!

🌀TUKU TAONGA - Raffle Includes:
* Set of 3 Te Reo Māori Puzzles.
* Tākaro Te Reo Māori Memory Game.
* Te Reo Māori Fridge Magnets (x2).
* Tino Rangatiratanga Stickers.
* Kirituhi (temporary moko tattoos).
* Tino Rangatiratanga vinyl sticker.
* Māori Playing Cards & Māori Gibbets.
* Pukapuka Māori (x8).
* Waiata Cards (x8).
* Te Reo Māori tīhate (kids, size 😎.)

📅 Draw Date: Saturday 21st of September 2025, at kapa haka practice Day. (Winner will be announced on our page).

How to Enter:
Purchase tickets in person at our Whānau Day (Nau mai, Haere mai and please bring cash if possible). OR buy tickets via PayID: [email protected] (Use the reference: "Raffle" + your name + phone number).

🙏🏾 Every ticket purchased helps uplift our tamariki and bring these kaupapa and initiatives to life! 💫 Ngā mihi nui for your amazing support! 🫶🏾

Te Wiki o te Reo Māori