Competition Rules

These competition rules were last updated and approved by the National Board in January 2026.

Ngā Ture O Te Whakataetae Ā-Motu

Upcoming Events

Saturday, 7 March 2026 - Saturday, 7 March 2026

Te Kāhui Maunga Senior Regional Kapa Haka Competition
- Clifton Park, Waitara
Friday, 13 March 2026 - Saturday, 14 March 2026

Te Arawa Senior Regional Kapa Haka Competition
- Rotorua International Stadium
Saturday, 28 March 2026 - Saturday, 28 March 2026

Te Whenua Moemoeā Senior Regional Kapa Haka Competition
- Gold Coast Sports & Leisure Centre

News & updates

Celebrating 40 years of Te Kapa Haka o Te Whānau a Apanui

News Article

Four decades on from an idea discussed over drinks at Te Kaha Pub, Te Kapa Haka o Te Whānau a Apanui have since grown to be one of the most successful rōpū haka in recent times. Watch Founding members speak about the history of this prestigious rōpū.
- Te Karere
- 27 February 2026
Te Matakōrero Toru tekau mā tahi

Te Matakōrero

Te Matakōrero shares updates on regional kapa haka competitions, acknowledges flooding impacts, celebrates community dedication to preparation and wellbeing, honours kapa haka legacies, and announces new Te Matatini National Board members.
- Te Matatini
- 23 February 2026
- 20 minute read
Tattoo opens at Eden Park with global military spectacle

News Article

The world-famous Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo Showcase kicked off Thursday night at Eden Park, with Te Matatini finalist and crowd favourite Angitu entertaining the crowd.
- Te Matatini
- 20 February 2026
- 2 minute read