Battle of the Pā: Last chance to register for sports teams
Motueka teams are full and there are a few spaces left for the Wairau teams. If you want to register for Wairau, please email Sharae Sinclair as soon as possible. Registrations for sports teams will close midday Thursday.
What is Battle of the Pā about?
- Whanaungatanga coming together as Ngāti Rārua whānau
- Manaakitanga with kai
- Whakataetae and fun
Battle of the Pā (BoTP) is a Ngāti Rārua whānau event to bring us together. 2024 Ipukarea, we were large in numbers with some of us meeting for the first time, so we want to continue to strengthen our connection to each other.
Date:
BoTP is over 2 days Sat 5 October 8.00am to Sun 6 October at 1pm. Accommodation will be available from Friday evening.
- Saturday: Is battle day for the young and fit and something Tamariki and rangatahi especially love. No doubt there will be plenty of competitive banter on the sideline, so good luck whānau!!
- Saturday Evening Activities: Housie for lots of katakata - a roller disco for tamariki (big and small).
- Sunday: Waka-ama day. All ages can participate and a time to wā whakatā on the beach with whānau. This is not a competitive event but there will be some races on the water.
Registrations:
We need all whānau to register so we can account for sports teams, apparel (competitors only), catering and accommodation.
Transport:
There are 3 vans that will travel from Wairau. Please contact Sharae Sinclair: sharae.sinclair@ngatirarua.iwi.nz if you would like to book a seat on the van.
For those using their own vehicle, petrol vouchers will be provided to subsidise whānau travelling from Wairau.
Accommodation:
This will be provided for whānau on Friday & Saturday night. Kaumātua will be accommodated in motels and whānau will be accommodated at Te Whare o Te Maatu (Motueka High School Whānau Class).
Kai:
This will be provided throughout the event including Hakari for Saturday’s dinner.
Who can participate:
Ngāti Rārua whānau/whānui and Rūnanga Staff.
You can choose to play for Wairau or Motueka. There are no rules as to which side you can play for, it is your choice.
Battle rules:
Each team plays two games. A win earns you 2 points. A draw wins you 1 point. After all games are played, the points are added up to decide the winner.
If there’s a draw … a team & sport will be chosen to battle it out. If they draw, the first team to score a point wins. Presentation to the winners of BoTP will take place during hakari.
Can you participate if you live outside of Te Tauihu?
Yes you can. We can support you to get here on a case-by-case basis. Please indicate on your registration form if you need support.
Wet weather plan:
Saturday will go ahead. Waka-ama will be cancelled if it’s too wet.
Supporters shirts
Supporters / whānau can purchase a shirt, we need a minimum of 10 before we can put an order through. The cost is $43. Please email marino.emery@ngatirarua.iwi.nz to confirm and arrange payment.
Pātai?
If you have any questions, please contact Marino Emery:
marino.emery@ngatirarua.iwi.nz
