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Te Tāwharau o Ngā Waka national secondary school kapa haka competition has begun with more than 40 of the country's top secondary school kapa haka taking part.

Yesterday, our Chair Mark Arundel attended the pōhiri which opened the event at Mercury Baypark. From today until Thursday, each group will perform, with the top nine advancing to the finals on Friday.

TECT is proud to support this event which celebrates excellence in kapa haka, strengthens te reo Māori, tikanga Māori and cultural identity among our rangitahi.

Best of luck to everyone competing and we encourage anyone to head along to view these impressive kapa haka. Grab seats at https://tinyurl.com/62racs3d

This Sunday, 28 June, Katikati Open-Air Art will host a community celebration to unveil the artwork of Kalib Wallace and local Katikati youth at Moore Park Skatepark!!

Everyone is invited to join from 10am for food, music, professional skateboard and BMX demos, coaching sessions and giveaways.

It is set to be a fun day celebrating the collaboration and efforts of the local community which has resulted in a space showcasing local identity.

Postponement date if needed is next Sunday, 5 July.

The HUME 5km/10km Fun Run/Walk is back, and it's time to get your best blue outfit ready! Whether you're a seasoned runner, casual walker, or just want a fun morning out with the family, this event is built for everyone.

Saturday 4 July, this event starts and finishes at the Katikati War Memorial Hall.

Gather the kids, rally your friends, and let's turn Katikati into a sea of blue! Read and learn more here: https://tinyurl.com/34rx5582

Katikati set to turn blue Katikati is set for a sea of blue next month as locals are encouraged to dress up and take part in the free HUME 5km/10km Fun Run/Walk on Saturday 4 July, with a postponement date of Saturday 18 July

It was great to be part of House of Science NZ's recent celebrations.

We're very proud to have been part of their journey and even prouder to see them expanding throughout the nation.