Te Noho Kotahitanga
Marae
Marae
The birth of a unique marae
The construction of a marae is a dream long cherished by the Unitec whanau.
A location rich in history
The marae is located at the heart of Unitec·s Mt Albert campus, part of the original settlement area of the Ngati Awa people who arrived on Te Waka Tapu O Mataatua.
Creating a national treasure
Since early 2003, award-winning master carver Dr Lyonel Grant has been passionately and painstakingly crafting a marae that realises the vision of creating a national treasure, an asset that can simply be admired by those who enter its embrace, or be a place of solace for those who need it.
Tekoteko
Tekoteko typically represent ancestors and serve as a visible guardian of the marae, embodying both spiritual presence and identity. At Te Noho Kotahitanga, the tekoteko figure is often referred to as “He Mihi”, symbolizing the moment of encounter or greeting, much like the welcome offered by the marae itself.
A symbol of welcome,
unity, and respect
unity, and respect
Now available as a meaningful gift
from Te Noho Kotahitanga Marae.
from Te Noho Kotahitanga Marae.
Acknowledgement
Takuta Ta Te Ahikaiata
Hoani Turei
Hoani Turei
KNZM, CBE, QSM, Hon PhD, Hon BIC
1920-2003
Sir John Turei's legacy occupies a unique place in Aotearoa social, corporate and political sectors, and he was often described as a pae arahi [bridge) between Maori and Pakeha, working endlessly to forge kotahitanga unity. He was a leader of people, a contributor to change in the areas of education, justice, health, broadcasting, youth programmes, sport and recreation, kiwi business and management, an upholder of the Treaty of Waitangi and a builder of race relations in New Zealand.
Contact Us
Bookings & Enquiries
For all bookings and general enquiries about the Unitec Marae,
please contact Marae Administrator.
please contact Marae Administrator.
09 815 4321 ext 7093
marae@unitec.ac.nz,