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No 188 : February 25, 1970

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"Trade Mark"

The recently opened Maori Arts Centre in Derby Street, just down from Childers Road, is now fully operational and producing fine articles of Maori art. All types of carving, kits, pois and paintings are now on sale. Two full time craftsmen, Bison Kere-kere and Bill Mou, operate at the centre, and at times are helped out by Tom Smiler. The centre is also starting courses in the Maori arts and if you are interested phone 84-347.

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This striking painting of the centre's trademark is featured on one wall and dominates the showroom. Beside the painting is Bison Kerekere holding two framed manaia.

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Bison Kerekere carves out a koruru.

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Also pictured at work on a koruru is Bill Mou.

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Tom Smiler at work on a taiaha (or fighting staff).

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Two of the superb type of carvings available are the papaka (left) and the smaller wheku.

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A waka huia. This is an ornately carved lidded box. In the early days they were used to hold the treasured and much valued huia feathers.

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A completed taiaha.

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One of the kowhaiwhai on the Centre walls. The kowhaiwhai is part of meeting house decoration and lore.

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Look for the Centre's sign.

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Tukutuku or reed panelling is also part of the craft.

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There are plenty of good kits available too. They are all good value and, of course, last for years.

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This 16 foot totara log is to be made into a canoe.

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