PUNA TEES

Kupe had a desire to explore our natural world and his pursuit of knowledge led him here.

He is acknowledged as a great explorer and navigator and  named the harbour, Te Puna i te Ao Mārama, (The Spring of the World of Light) on his arrival.

Kowhaiwhai and tukutuku/taniko patterns have been used in this design.

Puhoro is representive of warriors, waka, and the moana, swiftness and speed. Aronui is a tukutuku and tāniko design which refers to the pursuit of knowledge about the natural world.

Niho taniwha for our Rangatira and kaitiaki, their strength and leadership.