Post by Kiwi Frontline on Jul 3, 2021 4:22:40 GMT 12
TE REO NAME GIFTED TO ANCIENT RIMU
To coincide with Matariki, Wellington’s oldest and tallest tree, the 800-year-old rimu in Ōtari-Wilton’s Bush, will officially be gifted the name Moko with a plaque unveiling next week.
The name Moko has been gifted by local Iwi after some discussion about a suitable title, and establishing the age and sex of the tree – Moko was decided upon as it is most appropriate for a female tree, which is younger than Tāne Mahuta.....
wellington.govt.nz/news-and-events/news-and-information/our-wellington/2021/07/te-reo-name-gifted-to-ancient-rimu
PUHINUI STATION SET FOR REOPENING WITH STUNNING NEW DESIGN
The $69 million Puhinui Station in south Auckland will re-open on Monday 26 July 2021 – unlocking fast, frequent and easy connections to Auckland Airport.
The stunning architectural landmark includes mahi-toi (artwork) by Wāhi Wairua and the use of te reo Māori throughout – thanks to a partnership with mana whenua – with Te Ākitai Waiohua providing design leadership......
ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/news/2021/07/puhinui-station-set-for-reopening-with-stunning-new-design/
To coincide with Matariki, Wellington’s oldest and tallest tree, the 800-year-old rimu in Ōtari-Wilton’s Bush, will officially be gifted the name Moko with a plaque unveiling next week.
The name Moko has been gifted by local Iwi after some discussion about a suitable title, and establishing the age and sex of the tree – Moko was decided upon as it is most appropriate for a female tree, which is younger than Tāne Mahuta.....
wellington.govt.nz/news-and-events/news-and-information/our-wellington/2021/07/te-reo-name-gifted-to-ancient-rimu
PUHINUI STATION SET FOR REOPENING WITH STUNNING NEW DESIGN
The $69 million Puhinui Station in south Auckland will re-open on Monday 26 July 2021 – unlocking fast, frequent and easy connections to Auckland Airport.
The stunning architectural landmark includes mahi-toi (artwork) by Wāhi Wairua and the use of te reo Māori throughout – thanks to a partnership with mana whenua – with Te Ākitai Waiohua providing design leadership......
ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/news/2021/07/puhinui-station-set-for-reopening-with-stunning-new-design/