Our History

Objectives

Originally, Te Matatini’s principal purpose was to produce a biennial National Kapa Haka Festival.  The National Festival continues to be a primary focus of Te Matatini but the role of Te Matatini has been expanded to include other important objectives. The principal objectives for 2009/2010 are:

• Kapa Haka Development:  To support and strengthen kapa haka at a regional level, amongst senior groups, primary and secondary schools and Taikura.
• Fostering Excellence: To develop and foster excellence in kapa haka and other Māori performing arts. 
• Promoting Māori Performing Arts: To show case and promote Māori performing arts at a national and international level.
• Organisational Development: To establish a governance and management structure to support the future direction of Te Matatini.