Annual Conference | Hui-ā-Tau 2023

The whakataukī for 2023 Hui-ā-Tau is Te kōmako, kahikatea teitei, ka taea - Even the smallest bellbird can ascend the height of the Kahikatea.

This whakataukī is about perseverance, setting goals and working towards them. It is about completing even the smallest task so that together we can build and scale the heights of the challenges before us.

The Kahikatea grows into the tallest native tree we have in Aotearoa, even taller than the Kauri tree.

It is often a host tree for other species of tree that grow and survive on its branches.

The Kōmako or the Korimako is a bird that is known for its song.

It is a messenger bird and a calling bird, heard throughout the forest.

You can find details of the programme for Hui-ā-Tau here.

Hui-ā-Tau Workshop Registration

For those attending Hui-ā-Tau, please check your email for workshop details.

Are you and your Area Council/Aronui Tōmua/Komiti Pasifika/Branch or network keen to organise a social event that creates the space for whanaungatanga and makes the most of being in Rotorua?

Rotorua is a great place to plan an evening activity with a number of tourist attractions close to the city. For example:

Nightlight walk amongst the Redwoods 
Te Puia Geyser by Night 
Mini Golf, with rabbits 
Sunday Quiz night, take over the whole bar 

Got an idea and want to set something up? Email events@nzei.org.nz to have a conversation about the possibilities. We're happy to host the registration for your event through the Hui-ā-Tau website. Costs involved in participating in the activities will be the responsibility of the individual members attending your event, and you will be responsible to ensuring our Safe Space policy is upheld.