Post by Kiwi Frontline on Sept 16, 2018 17:17:31 GMT 12
WELLINGTON'S TE REO MAORI WATERFRONT LAGOON NAME HIGHLIGHTED
Confusion about the name of Wellington’s waterfront lagoon will be no more, with Whairepo Lagoon now etched into the landscape.
The man-made landmark by Frank Kitts Park was officially named Whairepo Lagoon in 2015, but the name is not widely known.
Deputy Mayor Jill Day is excited to see the name permanently recognised. "Our new te reo Maori policy, Te Tauihu, is not just about new ideas, events and names, but about acknowledging the past and the existing Maori contributions in our city.....
www.voxy.co.nz/national/5/321028
Confusion about the name of Wellington’s waterfront lagoon will be no more, with Whairepo Lagoon now etched into the landscape.
The man-made landmark by Frank Kitts Park was officially named Whairepo Lagoon in 2015, but the name is not widely known.
Deputy Mayor Jill Day is excited to see the name permanently recognised. "Our new te reo Maori policy, Te Tauihu, is not just about new ideas, events and names, but about acknowledging the past and the existing Maori contributions in our city.....
www.voxy.co.nz/national/5/321028