Whakatū Māori Women's Welfare League

15/06/2026

EVENT: Te Huihuinga-o-Matariki 2026.

Looking for Matariki events in Nelson? Te Huihuinga-o-Matariki 2026 is your chance to experience the heart of Māori culture, music, kai and community – all in one place, all on one day.

01/06/2026

Whakatū Te Korowai Manaakitanga Trust, has a rich history rooted in the Nelson community. Founded in 2001 as a voluntary group of wahine from the Whakatū Māori Women’s Welfare League.
They have grown into a leading non-government organisation providing essential social services to the Nelson/Tasman region.

1994 - the Whakatū branch of the Maori Women’s Welfare League became the first Māori provider of contracted health services in the region.

2001 - Whakatū Te Korowai Manaakitanga Trust was established.

2002 - the Whakatū Te Korowai Trust purchased the building at 398 Main Road Stoke where they still serve the community till the present day (2026).

The Whakatū branch of the Maori Womens Welfare League have used this whare as their base for monthly hui and wananga since 2002.

If you are interested in seeking out Te Korowai's manaakitanga, have a scroll through their website, and contact directly 💙
https://www.whakatutekorowaitrust.co.nz/

31/05/2026

As Te Ropu Wahine Maori toko i Te Ora celebrates its 75th anniversary in September 2026, the Whakatū branch is pleased to share a look back at our own journey, the history, and the wahine who have shaped our kaupapa here in Te Tauihu.

Established in 1958, Whakatū peka has been an active part of the League kaupapa for almost seven decades. Guided by the principle of "TATAU TATAU", our members have worked at the harakeke level to support whanau across Te Tauihu, contributing to the wider movement of more than 150 branches throughout Aotearoa.

17/04/2026

The Marketplace!

17/04/2026

The Judges

17/04/2026

Parking info!! Check carefully! There is limited parking areas in Blenheim.

17/04/2026

venue Info.
Marlborough Lines Stadium.

17/04/2026

The doorprices!!

Tickets will be available at the door
$5 for pakeke
Gold coin for kaumātua and tamariki

17/04/2026

The lineup!

17/04/2026

We are 6 weeks out from Kia Hūkere te Hoe!
Kia Hūkere te Hoe is the regional qualifier for Te Mana Kuratahi Primary Nationals and Te Matatini, both being held in 2027. This year, our qualifiers are being held in Wairau.