Tainui Waka Tourism Incorporated

Tainui Waka Tourism Incorporated We are the Regional Māori Tourism Organisation (RMTO) for the Tainui Waka region. Our Vision is: "Sharing our stories with the World"

Mandated by Tainui Waka Alliance and NZ Māori Tourism as the official Māori Regional Tourism Organisation (MRTO) for the Tainui Waka region.

Housing is already a major issue here in Aotearoa particularly in major visitor areas. The diversification of tourism fl...
05/04/2026

Housing is already a major issue here in Aotearoa particularly in major visitor areas. The diversification of tourism flows provides a mitigation option and Tainui Waka is geographically very well placed to help address this issue in collaboration with affordable housing initiatives.

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I've lived on Oahu for over thirty years. I've watched this place transform from the islands I fell in love with into something I barely recognize some days.

01/04/2026

Matariki ki Waikato 2026 — Expression of Interest STILL OPEN

We are still welcoming expressions of interest from those who want to be part of Matariki ki Waikato 2026.

If you are planning an event, workshop, performance, stall, or community activation — we would love to hear from you.

This is your opportunity to be part of a regional programme that celebrates Matariki and brings our communities together.

We are looking for events that:
• Reflect the values of Matariki
• Create positive community impact
• Are accessible and safe
• Bring people together

Key Dates:
• Funding applications close: 6 April
• Final programme deadline: 8 June

Whether you are ready to go or just have an idea, we encourage you to submit an Expression of Interest.

Submit here: https://forms.gle/JHAdcvVpT1dahVkEA

Let’s come together to create something meaningful for our communities this Matariki.

Only one place to be this Saturday whaanau and that is at the 130th Turangawaewae Regatta in Ngaaruawaahia. Check out th...
18/03/2026

Only one place to be this Saturday whaanau and that is at the 130th Turangawaewae Regatta in Ngaaruawaahia. Check out the amazing entertainment programme below. In addition, there will be Maaori art, apparel and merchandise stalls galore along with food and community stalls.

Pumping here in the Waikato this weekend!
14/03/2026

Pumping here in the Waikato this weekend!

04/03/2026
Pure JOY! Get your dose at the VOU Fijian Flying Circus. Friday 27 and Sat 28 Feb at the Hamilton Arts Festival.
24/02/2026

Pure JOY! Get your dose at the VOU Fijian Flying Circus. Friday 27 and Sat 28 Feb at the Hamilton Arts Festival.

24/02/2026

Coming up this Thursday at the Hamilton Arts Festival "Pōtaka Nautilus & Pepe" offer a cultural time capsule focussing on the musicianship and beauty of taonga pūoro - activating contemporary dance via LED film presented within the setting of Hamilton's Surrealist Garden.

Thursday 26 February 2026 6:30pm - 7:30pm

https://haftokk-premier.eventfinda.co.nz/2026/potaka-nautilus-pepe/hamilton

06/02/2026

He Piko He Taniwha! A waka based experience on and along the Waikato River features as part of the 2026 Hamilton Arts Festival. Seats are limited so book now if this opportunity is of interest. Ki te hoe!

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Great to see the many beautiful comments posted in response to this promo reel that showcases the Taapoi Maaori potentia...
02/02/2026

Great to see the many beautiful comments posted in response to this promo reel that showcases the Taapoi Maaori potential of the Waikato & Tainui Waka. Mauri ora!

出去一下 WHAT A TRIP | EP24 搶先看整趟旅程最榮幸的時刻!探訪毛利人的家屋,並用各自的文化儀式來交流!讓台灣跟紐西蘭在這一刻緊密的連結在一起!📅 8月8日起 每週五 21:00 YouTube 準時更新! 高畫質版本🎥 想看更多《出.....

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+64275553466

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