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03/04/2024

E mihi ana ki Te Waipounamu i te manaaki mai, we are so lucky to live on such beautiful whenua. Here’s Rua’s highlights from Sound to Sound 2024 🌄

Until the next ride! 🚵

And that's a wrap on Sounds to Sounds 2024! 🚵🏼Rua has just completed 16 incredible, challenging and rewarding days on th...
21/03/2024

And that's a wrap on Sounds to Sounds 2024! 🚵🏼

Rua has just completed 16 incredible, challenging and rewarding days on the bike, covering 1500km across Te Waipounamu 😍

If you've been following our socials, you'll know that this journey wasn't just about the distance or going on a personal adventure – it was about making a difference. We're pleased to share that we've raised $1,500 for Te Kotahi o te Tauihu Charitable Trust, supporting their incredible work for whānau in our rohe. We've also learnt 10 special Māori place names along the way, supporting the revitalisation of the indigenous language of Aotearoa.

What a journey it's been. Stay tuned for more highlights, e hoa mā! 🔥

Not long to go now, e te iwi! With only a few days to go on his haerenga, Rua is exploring the origins of Te Ana-au (als...
20/03/2024

Not long to go now, e te iwi! With only a few days to go on his haerenga, Rua is exploring the origins of Te Ana-au (also known as Te Anau), the cave of swirling water💧

Did you know that one of the most popular tourist spots in the South Island is misspelled? 🤯People commonly refer to thi...
19/03/2024

Did you know that one of the most popular tourist spots in the South Island is misspelled? 🤯

People commonly refer to this special place as 'Lake Tekapo', but the original Māori name is 'Takapō.' Takapō, in te reo Māori, means "to leave in haste at night" 🌌

According to one pūrākau, the name originates from the story of two chiefs attempting to leave the lake under the cover of darkness. However, they were caught out by the rising sun and became the two pillars that now mark the entrance to Lindis Pass.

What does this place mean to you?

18/03/2024

Last week, Rua passed through Ōtautahi (Christchurch), and guess what?

We’ve got some more reo Māori insight for you! 😉

One of the more popular Māori names for Christchurch is Ōtautahi, which means “the place of Tautahi.” Kāi Tahu Research Centre director, Te Maire Tau, explains the name comes from Tautahi, the son of Kāi Tahu chief Huikai of Port Levy 🏞️

The name ‘Ōtautahi’ was first popularised as a name for Christchurch in the 1930s by Kāi Tahu leader Te Aritaua Pītama. However, some people also use ‘Karaitiana’ for Christchurch, a loanword for ‘Christian.’

I mōhio rānei koe? Did you know the history behind Hanmer Springs? We have put together a brief overview of how Te Whaka...
13/03/2024

I mōhio rānei koe? Did you know the history behind Hanmer Springs? We have put together a brief overview of how Te Whakatakaka-o-te-ngārehu-o-te-ahi-a-Tamatea got its name and why it was changed to Hanmer Springs in 1859.

As Rua passes through this whenua, we're reflecting on the beautiful stories embedded in te reo Māori and Māori place names like this one. Our Māori place names hold moments from the past and carry us into the future with the wisdom of our ancestors. We must look after them, nē? 🤎

11/03/2024

First week ✅ Rua biked over 150km yesterday! Onto the next… 🚴

Awatere, which can be translated as 'fast-flowing river' in English, captures the nature of the river that runs through ...
11/03/2024

Awatere, which can be translated as 'fast-flowing river' in English, captures the nature of the river that runs through Te Waipounamu 🌏

It's special how te reo Māori connects us with our ancestors and also gives us a glimpse into their profound knowledge and understanding of the environment 🌿

Rua has been biking along the side of Awatere over the past few days. Tino waimārie!

Pēhea ana a Rua? Tino ora ana ia 🦾 Join Director Rua on his 20-day bike adventure across Te Waipounamu, as he uncovers t...
07/03/2024

Pēhea ana a Rua? Tino ora ana ia 🦾

Join Director Rua on his 20-day bike adventure across Te Waipounamu, as he uncovers the rich whakapapa and origins of the South Island.

From showing the breathtaking landscapes of Piopiotahi to understanding the story behind its Māori name, we'll be sharing more content behind the places we all love and know 🌄

Follow us to learn more about our beautiful country 🚴‍♂️

Tirohia tēnei! Check out how far Rua has biked over the past two days. Next stop on our map: Awatere! Keep an eye out on...
05/03/2024

Tirohia tēnei! Check out how far Rua has biked over the past two days. Next stop on our map: Awatere! Keep an eye out on our socials to hear the origins of this beautiful awa 🌊

Ever wondered the meaning behind the name Waikawa? In te reo Māori, ‘wai’ means water, while ‘kawa’ in this context tran...
04/03/2024

Ever wondered the meaning behind the name Waikawa? In te reo Māori, ‘wai’ means water, while ‘kawa’ in this context translates to ‘bitter.’ Waikawa literally means “bitter water”💧

Follow Rua on his journey to learn more about the origins of place names across Te Waipounamu 😍

First stop, Meretoto! Known in English as Ship Cove, this spot has a rich history, and its Māori place name can be trans...
29/02/2024

First stop, Meretoto! Known in English as Ship Cove, this spot has a rich history, and its Māori place name can be translated as 'greenstone club' and 'blood' 🩸

Traditionally, Meretoto was a safe haven for Māori, providing excellent shelter from the rough open sea. It also marks the place of critical early encounters and interactions between Māori, Captain Cook and Europeans in Te Waipounamu.

Have you heard any fascinating kōrero about Meretoto? Share your thoughts below👇🏽

Mihi ki ngā tāngata whenua: Ngāti Apa, Ngāti Kuia, Rangitāne, Ngāti Toa and Te Ātiawa 🏞

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