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Meet Cassidy — The Artist Behind Ngā Ao e Rua o Josephine At the heart of Ngā Ao e Rua o Josephine, our first silk scarf, are two huia. Placed in quiet conversation with one another, they carry a story far greater than the fabric they sit on. It is a story of connection, honour, and enduring legacy. Though the huia is now extinct, its presence endures in memory, in story, and in what it continues to represent. That makes its symbolism even more significant to me, as a reminde

“Why not the university students? They know the law. They know the system. ” That was Dame Whina Cooper’s response when she was asked to lead the 1975 Māori Land March. She thought she was too old. But the people knew better. In 1975, as land across Aotearoa continued to be taken and legislation continued to erode Māori land ownership, a plan was forming. A march, a hīkoi, would travel the length of the country to protest the ongoing alienation of whenua. The movement needed

Māori culture embodies a rich tapestry of history, tradition, and, most importantly, resilience. This resilience is not simply a trait...

Picture this: a room full of frustrated activists, their dreams crushed by decades of broken promises. Stories of stolen land hang heavy...

At Whina Cooper, we believe in using our platform to support meaningful causes, and we’re proud to partner with Bald Angels - Ngā...

Amber Smith is a multi-media artist whose work beautifully blends intricate Māori designs with a deep appreciation for Te Reo Māori and...