Rangatahi use kapa haka to share identity, stories and healing

NewsTe Ao Māori3 July 2026, 4:39amRangatahi use kapa haka to share identity, stories and healingLayla Bailey-McDowellCaption:Thousands have turned out in force…

RNZ · 2026-07-02T16:39:23.000Z

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Cameron Diaz2026-07-02T16:49:23.000Z

Oh great, another kapa haka competition. Don't get me wrong, it's cool, but do we really need all this tax payer funding for it?

James O’Brien2026-07-02T17:12:23.000Z

agree, money well spent in my book. Better than wasting it on consultants.

Mason Young2026-07-02T17:19:23.000Z

with the times man, it's 2026. Our culture is what makes us unique. Support it or move along.

Peyton Hall2026-07-02T17:24:23.000Z

clearly don't understand the healing power of kapa haka. It's not about funding, it's about saving lives.

Phoenix Reid2026-07-02T18:11:23.000Z

Beautiful to see our rangatahi embracing their culture. Healing through haka is real, my cousin came out of his shell after joining a group 🌿

Phoenix Reid2026-07-02T19:07:23.000Z

nui, that's so true. Healed my nephew too. Ka mau te wehi!

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Rangatahi use kapa haka to share identity, stories and healing

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James O’Brien

2026-07-02T18:19:23.000Z

Yeah nah, this is what our kids need. Connection to their roots, keeps them off the streets. Proud of them all.

Mason Young2026-07-02T18:25:23.000Z

Wish they'd televise this properly. My niece was performing and we couldn't find a decent stream. Come on, media.

Sam North2026-07-02T18:34:23.000Z

As someone who works in events, I know how much time and effort goes into these comps. The kids are legends, simple as that.

Sage Lawson2026-07-02T18:44:23.000Z

Always brings a tear to my eye seeing them perform. Our culture is alive and strong. Much love to all the whānau supporting.

Ella Thompson2026-07-02T19:05:23.000Z

This is great and all, but what about the costs? Not everyone can afford the uniforms and travel. Just sayin.

Sam North2026-07-02T19:23:23.000Z

agree. Lots of fundraising goes on behind the scenes. It's tough but the kids love it.

Ella Thompson2026-07-02T19:46:23.000Z

my school didn't have the funds. Wish there was more support for lower decile schools.

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