Maori-Tanga Is "In"

An upsurging interest in Maori culture and crafts is taking place throughout the country. While this may be more noticeable outside this district (this area always being a Maoridom stronghold), the encouragement of Maoritanga goes on enthusiastically in the Gisborne district. One of the clubs fostering this interest is the Te Rangipaia Maori Club, where anyone at all interested can join and participate. This is particularly good from the pakeha point of view, as much can be learnt from the Maori way and outlook on life.

Crafting is very satisfying. Making flax kits and baskets are, from left, Carol Jarvie, tutor Maaka Jones, Jennie Butler, Kahu Tawhai, Girlie Wilson and Matilda Henry.

With some of his carvings is Con Jones

Working on this beautiful taniko band is Mrs Ripeka Kingi

Mrs Jones taking Maori language with, from left, Carol Jarvie, Jennie Butler, Vicki Brinkman, Barbara Bellerbv and advanced student Stuart Drake

Three of the group express obvious enjoyment during a haka practice

Women of the club perfecting an action song

The graceful movements are all part of this poi action song

Young members of the club are enthusiastically tutored. From left, this group is, Koro and Kohi Kingi, Haka Jaram, Marina Kingi, Te Rangipaia Wilson, Pauletta Jones, Marangai Toroa, Mere Te Kani and Leigh Bellerby

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The Gisborne Photo News

No 219 : September 6, 1972

Maori-Tanga Is "In"