Te Wharewaka o Poneke

24/06/2026

VOTED TOP 10% WORLDWIDE - TRIP ADVISOR PEOPLES CHOICE AWARD - Wow, what an awesome endorsement and congratulations to our team at Wharewaka Tours and Te Wharewaka o Pōneke who continue to share with our manuhiri across the world the Māori history of Te Whanganui a Tara sharing our whakapapa through manaakitanga, whanaungatanga and kaitiakitanga!

20/06/2026

HURRICANES YOU ARE WINNERS
Come down and enjoy the atmosphere alongside our 2026 Champions Odlins Plaza at 11am! An iconic team next to our iconic cultural centre✅

20/06/2026

16/06/2026

HURRICANES V CHIEFS - SOLD OUT
Grand Final Competition!
We're supporting the Hurricanes this Saturday as they take on the Chiefs at Hnry Stadium - 7pm! Looking forward to see all the proud Wellingtonians and Hurricanes supporters in the Capital. Why not take some time out this Saturday to celebrate and enjoy some timeout on Wellington's Waterfront at Whairepo Cafe!

16/06/2026

We offer scholarships for Māori who demonstrate their values align with those of the 28th Māori Battalion. Applications are now open.

29/05/2026

Hurricanes supporters unite - let's shine bright in Ōtautahi for Round 7
Te Whanganui a Tara a region of talent 🆗

23/05/2026

QUALMARK - WHAREWAKATOURS
Qualmark recognises those businesses that are focused on protecting what makes New Zealand unique and special. Our award can be proudly displayed as evidence that Te Wharewaka o Pōneke is committed to protecting our beautiful natural environment, enhancing connections with our local communities, whilst also delivering a quality, safe experience for all visitors.

Wellington’s rich and diverse Māori history is uncovered with Te Wharewaka o Pōneke Cultural Education kaupapa, Walking Tours, Waka Tours (Traditional Canoe) and Cultural Engagement.

21/05/2026

CANAPÉS - VISUALLY STUNNING, FLAVORS THAT EXCEED EXPECTATIONS - Great job tonight team Functions!