Raapa 1 Paenga Wha Wha 2015
Malama Honua Event
On a bright Wednesday morning, the 25th of March 2015, all the Manaiakalani cluster schools went to Point England to welcome the people from Hawaii that traveled here to New zealand. This event was held to remember the amazing skills of our ancestors, their courage and their determinations and the way they provided for their families.
There were 2 Wakas called Hourua Hokule'a and Hikianalia. When they arrived , a small speed boat brought some people to shore. First we went and sat down on the grass when it was still wet. The school leaders did a haka and a song to welcome them. Then there were Maori speeches and we had to sing another song repeatedly. An item was also done by Point England school followed by a few more songs. There were over 2000 students and adults at the event.
Finally at the end we had to go and give them high fives and introduce ourselves as a farewell. Then we all walked back to school feeling exhausted.
By Levi R
This is a good recount of your trip down to Pt. England Beach Levi R. Well done.
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