Te Maurea Whiritoi

Instilling Cultural Excellence.

Te Maurea Whiritoi creates a safe haven of self-actualisation that empowers cultural identity and knowledge so that our rangatahi thrive in the wider community.

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From the heart of Hamilton, Aotearoa, we are Te Maurea Whiritoi – a vibrant kapa haka group nurturing the next generation of Māori cultural leaders. For over a decade, Te Maurea Whiritoi has guided rangatahi (young people) in embracing their heritage, building strong foundations in traditional Māori arts and values. Our pursuit of excellence in Māori Performing Arts fuels every performance and every shared experience. Nau mai ki tō mātou whare haka! Explore our LinkTree and experience our digital world.

Highlights.

  • Delilah Petelo Te-Pere, Best Female Leader, 2025.

  • Tainui Competition, Third Place, 2025.

  • Debut Single, Matariki Hao Ariki, released on music platforms.

  • Harlem Globetrotters Welcoming Party 2024.

  • National Finalists 2024.

  • Hawai'i 2023

    Hawai’i 2023.

  • Māori Culture Ambassadors at the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023.

  • Tainui Champions 2023.

  • Super Rugby Final Opening Act at FMG Stadium 2023.

  • Karma Netwon-King, Best Female Leader, Tainui 2023.

  • 100+ Performers at the Tūrangawaewae Marae Regatta 2023.

  • Top Four National Finalists 2022.

  • National Invitational Festival Runners Up 2020.

  • Disneyland, LA 2015.

  • Tainui Runners Up 2019.

  • Pani Potts, Best Female Leader, Tainui 2019.

  • Wikiriwhi Rangiawha, Best Male Leader, Tainui 2019.

  • National Finalists 2018.

  • Japan 2018.

  • Jaedyn Randell, Best Female Leader, Nationals 2018.

  • National Finalists 2016.

  • Lucas Baker, Best Male Leader, Nationals 2016.

  • Polynesian Cultural Centre, Hawai’i 2015.

  • Tainui Runners Up 2015.

Performance Proficiency.

Experience the triumph and cultural brilliance of the championship performance of Te Maurea Whiritoi at the Ngaa Paki o Matariki Festival, held at Claudelands Arena in 2023.

Witness the grandeur of the most acclaimed video of Te Maurea Whiritoi, showcasing the mesmerising Waiata Tira from the National Secondary School Kapa Haka Competition in Papaioea 2018. Featuring the enchanting voice of Māori Moana, Jaedyn Randell.

Invite the captivating essence of Te Maurea Whiritoi to elevate your events. From community gatherings to corporate functions, our enchanting performances adapt seamlessly to various settings and contexts, leaving an inspiring impression on your audience.