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News

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Artist rendering of Te Matapihi.

5 February 2025

Te Matapihi: Design inspired by nature

Read on to learn how Athfield Architects and Tihei Limited are bringing the elements of te taiao to life in the redesign of Te Matapihi ki te Ao Nui.

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This Week in Our Wellington newsletter

Pick of the week: Te Rā o Waitangi

Te Rā o Waitangi is a free whānau-friendly event to commemorate the signing of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and our national day. Enjoy live multi-cultural performances, Māori culture, and kai on Thursday 6 February from 12pm to 6pm at Waitangi Park. Check out the programme or see what else is happening in the capital in this week's newsletter.

 

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