List of marae in Canterbury, New Zealand facts for kids
A marae (pronounced mah-rye) is a very special place for Māori people in New Zealand. It's like a community gathering spot, a spiritual home, and a place for important events. Think of it as a meeting ground where families and communities come together. Each marae often has a wharenui (pronounced fah-reh-noo-ee), which is the main meeting house.
This article lists the marae found in the Canterbury region of New Zealand. In October 2020, the New Zealand Government helped out by giving $160,440 to upgrade two marae in this region. This money was meant to improve these important places and create about 30 jobs for people in the area.
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Marae in Kaikoura District
The Kaikoura District is home to two important marae. These places serve the local Māori communities, especially the Ngāi Tahu iwi (tribe).
| Marae name | Wharenui name | Iwi and hapū | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Takahanga | Maru Kaitatea | Ngāi Tahu (Te Rūnanga o Kaikōura) | Kaikōura |
| Mangamaunu | Hohepa | Ngāi Tahu (Te Rūnanga o Kaikōura) | Kaikōura |
Marae in Waimakariri District
The Waimakariri District has one significant marae, which is a central gathering place for the local Māori community.
| Marae name | Wharenui name | Iwi and hapū | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuahiwi Marae | Māhunui II | Ngāi Tahu (Te Ngāi o Tūāhuriri Rūnanga) | Tuahiwi |
Marae in Christchurch City
Christchurch City and its surrounding areas are home to several marae. These serve various Māori groups, including different hapū (sub-tribes) of Ngāi Tahu.
| Marae name | Wharenui name | Iwi and hapū | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ōnuku | Karaweko | Ngāi Tahu (Ōnuku Rūnanga) | Akaroa |
| Rāpaki Marae / Te Wheke | Wheke | Ngāi Tahu (Te Hapū o Ngāti Wheke) | Te Rāpaki-o-Te Rakiwhakaputa |
| Koukourarata | Tūtehuarewa | Ngāi Tahu (Te Rūnanga o Koukourarata) | Port Levy |
| Wairewa | Te Mako | Ngāi Tahu (Wairewa Rūnanga) | Little River |
| Ngā Hau e Whā | Aoraki | All Nations (Te Rūnanga o Nga Maata Waka) | Wainoni |
Marae in Selwyn District
The Selwyn District also has an important marae that supports the local Māori community and their traditions.
| Marae name | Wharenui name | Iwi and hapū | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ngāti Moki | Ngāti Moki | Ngāi Tahu (Te Taumutu Rūnanga) | Southbridge |
Marae in Ashburton District
In the Ashburton District, there is one marae that serves the Māori people in that area.
| Marae name | Wharenui name | Iwi and hapū | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hakatere Marae | Hakatere | Ngāi Tahu | Fairton |
Marae in Timaru District
The Timaru District is home to two marae, which are vital for the Māori communities there.
| Marae name | Wharenui name | Iwi and hapū | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arowhenua | Te Hapa o Niu Tireni | Ngāi Tahu (Te Rūnanga o Arowhenua) | Temuka |
| Te Aitarakihi | Te Whare Whakapiripiri Tuhono A Iwi | All Nations (Te Rūnanga o Nga Maata Waka) | Timaru |
Marae in Waimate District
The Waimate District has one marae that plays a key role in the local Māori community.
| Marae name | Wharenui name | Iwi and hapū | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waihao | Waimate Centennial Memorial Hall | Ngāi Tahu (Te Rūnanga o Waihao) | Waimate |
See also
- Lists of marae in New Zealand
- List of marae in the Chatham Islands
- List of schools in Canterbury, New Zealand
