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Hinengaro’s Way: Dr Hinemoa Elder
Sat
31 Oct
2026
In her latest best-selling and perceptive book, Ara, Dr Hinemoa Elder MNZM (Te Aupōuri, Ngāti Kurī, Te Rarawa, Ngāi Takoto, Ngāpuhi nui tonu) introduces us to Hinengaro, the Māori goddess of the mind, who leads us through 23 rua, caves, into the depths of Papatūānuku, our earth mother, and back to the surface again.
Join Dr Elder with artist, designer, facilitator, educator and creative advocate Arohanoa Mathews (Ngāi Te Rangi, Ngāti Ranginui) for an invaluable insight into how Hinengaro’s wisdom can help us bolster our wellbeing, face life challenges, navigate chaos, build resilience and work our way through the complexities of our own minds. A must-attend event for anyone looking for inspiration, comfort and solidarity in an uncertain time.
“Dr Hinemoa Elder’s books beautifully complement her own work within hauora and whānau, with reflections on our traditions, that provide reference and relevance to our present and future – “kia whakatōmuri te haere whakamua”.” – Dame Hinewehi Mohi
Location
Te Ao Mārama - Tauranga Library
Event Dates
October 31, 2026
at
2:00 pm
Programme
Celebrate Brazilian Culture and Portuguese Language Week! Join us for fun workshops and a storytelling session in Portuguese. Children will create their own books and build traditional Brazilian percussion shakers. The activities conclude with a mini-Carnaval performance featuring musicians Ed Rizzi and Paulo Brayner. Timetable as follows:
6 Nov
Programme
Tuesdays in Term 4 in Tauranga Come and have some fun exploring different drawing techniques, a variety of mediums and heaps of new creative ideas. For ages 10–13 years, of all abilities. Draw Squad is a great place to be creative with your friends. All that is needed is a love of drawing and an enthusiasm to learn new skills and make some new cool creative friends too!
3 Nov
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8 Dec
