Te Piringa Pai

Te Piringa Pai We are a Rangatahi Provider delivering support services to young people and their whānau based in Dargaville.

Our mission is to help Rangatahi through lifes many challenges, assisting them to achieve goals and aspirations and reach their full potential We are Te Piringa Pai, a Kaipara-based support services provider for Rangatahi. Grounded in Te Ao Māori principles, we aim to demonstrate manaakitanga to our future leaders by providing them with support and refuge while navigating life’s challenges. Our pu

rpose is to enhance the wellbeing of Rangatahi by strengthening their sense of identity and culture, confidence, and physical and mental resilience. We currently offer 2 kaupapa

Te Haerenga
A 5 day Marae based programme for Rangatahi aged 11 - 14 where Rangatahi will learn about the history, whakapapa and pūrākau (stories) of the area, climb the ancestral maunga of Kaipara, participate in a 2 day waka ama programme, learn about kaitiakitanga and how to protect our environment alongside our local Iwi and Environmental specialists, and kohikai - collecting kaimoana, fishing and foraging. In the evenings Rangatahi are taught te reo, local waiata and haka, build whanaungatanga through games and fun activities. We also spend time sharing our dreams, goal setting and learning about how to overcome some of the challenges they are facing in their lives. Our haerenga ends with a graduation ceremony on the Marae with their whānau attending to celebrate and acknowledge our future leaders. Tāraitia
We provide free support for Rangatahi aged 16-18 years and are currently not in education, employment or training. We will encourage them to identify their goals and aspirations and empower them along the way to succeed. Our Kaiārahi, Youth Mentors, will work with each young person to tailor individual pathway plans and provide ongoing support to achieve their goals. Using our extensive local and regional networks our aim is to assist our Rangatahi to gain a placement within a pathway that aligns with their goals whether it be employment, education or work-based training. For more information contact
[email protected]
027 555 0449

We have a couple of spaces available for this next intake. If you are a Rangatahi or know of one who needs support, get ...
29/04/2026

We have a couple of spaces available for this next intake.

If you are a Rangatahi or know of one who needs support, get in touch with us now!

If you are between the ages of 15-18, or know someone who is and they need a bit of help to get moving, get in touch wit...
23/03/2026

If you are between the ages of 15-18, or know someone who is and they need a bit of help to get moving, get in touch with us now!
FREE Programme based in Dargaville and classes starting soon!

Artbeat 2026 Awataha Gardens Dargaville Featuring Te Wairoa Kapa Haka!!
05/03/2026

Artbeat 2026
Awataha Gardens
Dargaville
Featuring Te Wairoa Kapa Haka!!

We are here to help young people get ready for taking the next step in life! TāraitiaREGISTER NOW!Spaces are limited
24/02/2026

We are here to help young people get ready for taking the next step in life!

Tāraitia
REGISTER NOW!
Spaces are limited

Ngā mihi - Thank youWaitangi ki Tākiwira 2026 - What a great turnout! Huge shout out to the Community for showing up to ...
08/02/2026

Ngā mihi - Thank you
Waitangi ki Tākiwira 2026 - What a great turnout!

Huge shout out to the Community for showing up to enjoy the celebrations and come together for Waitangi Day in the spirit of kotahitanga unity. What an awesome day and you were a great crowd!

Many people to thank
Performers and groups - weren't they just awesome!
Stall holders - the best market food I've had in a while
Kaipara District Council
Māori Wardens
Northern Wairoa Community Patrol
Silverfern
Suppliers - Trash Pirates, NW Hire, TMP Designs, The Rock Factory

Special mention to our organizing committee alongside Te Piringa Pai, Tangata Development and Te Hā Oranga, Te Rūnga o Ngāti Whātua for all your amazing mahi and resources to make this happen. And lastly to the Ministry of Culture and Heritage for your funding that contributed to the kaupapa.

Awesome day. Awesome Community.
Waitangi ki Tākiwira 2026 - Kua oti - complete!!

Community Kapa Haka - Te Wairoa Kapa Haka is one of the greatest vehicles to growing te reo māori, learning about whakap...
11/01/2026

Community Kapa Haka - Te Wairoa

Kapa Haka is one of the greatest vehicles to growing te reo māori, learning about whakapapa and history and building your confidence. And whānau, it's fun too!

Learn waiata, haka, poi and history of our beautiful rohe Kaipara by coming along to the open practices, every Tuesday at Dargaville Intermediate School.

If you have any questions give us an email at [email protected], or call us on 027 555 0449

08/12/2025

Ōtamatea Toi Māori Festival

It has been a real privilege for Te Piringa Pai to lead the Kapa Haka at Dargaville Intermediate and Dargaville High School over the last few years. We have seen some amazing growth and confidence in our Rangatahi.

With so much going on this term with school trips, wānanga, teacher strike days, sports tournaments and not to mention the business of exams we had quite a few seniors away and preparation for the festival was hampered. Therefore we decided to change it up and brought those who were available together from both kura to perform at the recent Ōtamatea Toi Festival.

This was a great opportunity to build the Tuakana Teina relationships between our kura and tauira with many from DIS heading to DHS next year. And what a great performance they had.

We are super proud of you all and are excited about what next year brings. You all performed with pride and mana and that was reflected in the huge applause from the crowd. 2026 looks bright for Kapa Haka here in Tākiwira.

Kaipara District Council InaugurationWe were grateful to be invited to perform at the swearing in of the new councillors...
20/11/2025

Kaipara District Council Inauguration

We were grateful to be invited to perform at the swearing in of the new councillors and Mayor at the recent inauguration for the Kaipara District Council, held at Matakohe Museum.

We decided to do something extra special for the occassion and combine our Kapa Haka rōpū, Dargaville High School and Dargaville Intermediate School. And what a great show they put on.

Over the last 3 years it has been a priviledge for us to teach and guide our rangatahi. Watching them grow into awesome kaihaka that revel in the opportunity to learn waiata and haka of Kaipara and stand proud in front of the community showcasing their knowledge and skills.

Check out some of the awesome pictures that were taken on the day and the link to the Kaipara District Council Youtube Channel where you can watch their full performance.

Watch their performance here.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AqlK-WG3_co&t=874s

08/11/2025

Ngā Kaihoe o Te Ao Hou ki Ōtamatea 🛶 Āe mārika!

30/10/2025

Te Haerenga ki Ahikiwi Marae

We are blessed to be able to offer Te Haerenga to our Rangatahi of Kaipara. This was such a great trip! Waka Ama, hikoi ki Waipoua, swimming in the Kaihu, learning to weave, mau rākau and most importsntly building strong relarionships while having lots of fun together!

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Dargaville

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+64275550449

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