Leading the charge will be overall winners Te Reanga Mōrehu o Rātana, accompanied by Ngā Purapura o Te Tai Hauāuru, Te Kura Nui o Paerangi and Ngā Waihotanga, ensuring a strong presence from Te Hauāuru region.
A total of thirteen teams took the stage at Te Whare o Ruapūtahanga (TSB Hub) in Hāwera, including notable contenders such as Pariroa Pā, Ngā Pakeke o Rātana, Te Tupunga, Te Moungaroa, Ngā Pāhake o Te Awa Tupua, Tuutuu Kaa’ika, Te Āiotanga o Houkura, Te Matapihi and Aotea Utanganui.
Formerly recognised as the Aotea Kapa Haka regionals, the competition now proudly bears the name Te Kāhui Maunga, signifying the unity and strength of the participating teams.
Te Matatini Te Kāhui Maunga delegate, Dr Rāwiri Tinirau, says, “Hosting Te Matatini 2025 in Taranaki is not just about showcasing our cultural heritage; it’s about giving a platform for our top kapa haka performers to tell our stories, celebrate our culture and leave a legacy of pride and inspiration for our mokopuna.”
Preparations are underway as Te Kāhui Maunga gears up for the prestigious Te Matatini event at Pukekura (Bowl of Brooklands) in Ngā Motu (New Plymouth) on February 25th, 2025.
EXTENDED RESULTS
Overall Winners
1. Te Reanga Mōrehu o Rātana
2. Ngā Purapura o Te Tai Hauāuru
3. Te Kura Nui o Paerangi
4. Ngā Waihotanga
Te Mita o Te Reo
1. Te Reanga Mōrehu o Rātana
2. Te Kura Nui o Paerangi/Ngā Purapura o Te Tai Hauāuru/ Te Matapihi
Whakaeke
1. Te Reanga Mōrehu o Rātana/ Ngā Purapura o Te Tai Hauāuru
2. Ngā Waihotanga
Mōteatea
1. Te Reanga Mōrehu o Rātana/ Ngā Purapura o Te Tai Hauāuru
2. Te Kura Nui o Paerangi
Waiata-ā-ringa
1. Te Reanga Mōrehu o Rātana
2. Ngā Purapura o Te Tai Hauāuru
3. Ngā Waihotanga/ Te Kura Nui o Paerangi
Poi
1. Te Reanga Mōrehu o Rātana/ Ngā Purapura o Te Tai Hauāuru
2. Te Kura Nui o Paerangi
Haka
1. Te Reanga Mōrehu o Rātana
2. Ngā Waihotanga/ Ngā Purapura o Te Tai Hauāuru
Whakawātea
1. Te Reanga Mōrehu o Rātana
2. Ngā Purapura o Te Tai Hauāuru
3. Ngā Waihotanga/ Te Kura Nui o Paerangi
Waiata Tira
1. Te Reanga Mōrehu o Rātana
2. Ngā Purapura o Te Tai Hauāuru
3. Ngā Waihotanga
Kākahu
1. Ngā Waihotanga
2. Te Reanga Mōrehu o Rātana
3. Aotea Utanganui
Manukura Wahine
1. Te Reanga Mōrehu o Rātana
2. Ngā Purapura o Te Tai Hauāuru
3. Aotea Utanganui
Manukura Tāne
1. Te Reanga Mōrehu o Rātana
2. Aotea Utanganui/ Te Kura Nui o Paerangi
Te Kairangi o te reo ā-Tuhi
1. Ngā Purapura o Te Tai Hauāuru
2. Te Kura Nui o Paerangi
3. Te Matapihi
Te Titonga Hou
1. Te Kura Nui o Paerangi
2. Te Matapihi
3. Te Āiotanga o Houkura