Our Kapa Haka were invited to perform and share a Matariki kai at Polytech- the ODT were there snap the action!

Logan Park High School student Nalia Holmes-Haweturi, 13, enjoyed a meal from an above-ground kai cooker at the Otago Polytechnic.

The hangi was a part of the polytechnic’s Matariki week celebrations.

Māori learner success director Tumuaki Whakaruruhau Rebecca Swindells said it was a great way for students, staff and the community to get a taste of traditional kai and be part of the shared experience that Matariki brings.

Students from Logan Park performed at the polytechnic during the hangi.

Other creative activities at the polytechnic this week included mahi toi (arts) projects and weaving tukutuku panels and daily reflection through Matariki huka nui (remembering and honouring those who have died).

You can see the video and listen to the Kapa Haka performance here.