Waharoa
Creator: Kawana Wallace
Date of Creation: Jun 2023
Description: A waharoa is a traditional Māori gateway or entranceway, often found at the entrance to a marae (a communal or sacred place that serves both religious and social purposes). These impressive structures are richly carved and symbolize the boundary between the everyday world and the sacred space of the marae. The carvings on a waharoa typically depict ancestral figures and cultural stories, representing the identity and history of the local iwi (tribe). As a focal point of cultural expression and artistry, waharoa play a significant role in Māori heritage and community.
Pātaka kai
Pātaka kai
Creator: Kawana Wallace
Date of Creation: Jun 2023
Description: Pātaka kai refers to traditional Māori storehouses in New Zealand, elevated on poles to keep food safe from rodents and damp. These structures, often beautifully carved, were used to store preserved food such as dried fish and birds, sweet potato, and other crops. Pātaka kai were not only practical but also symbolized prosperity and were a sign of a tribe's wealth and resourcefulness. They played a crucial role in Māori society, ensuring food security and showcasing intricate artistry.
Pātaka kai
Pātaka kai
Creator: Kawana Wallace
Date of Creation: Jun 2023
Description: Pātaka kai refers to traditional Māori storehouses in New Zealand, elevated on poles to keep food safe from rodents and damp. These structures, often beautifully carved, were used to store preserved food such as dried fish and birds, sweet potato, and other crops. Pātaka kai were not only practical but also symbolized prosperity and were a sign of a tribe's wealth and resourcefulness. They played a crucial role in Māori society, ensuring food security and showcasing intricate artistry.
Māori palisades
Māori palisades
Creator: Kawana Wallace
Date of Creation: Jun 2023
Description: Māori palisades, known as "pā tūwatawata," were traditional fortifications used by Māori in New Zealand. These structures typically surrounded a pā (village or defensive settlement) and were made from wooden stakes or poles, standing tall to protect against invaders. The design of these palisades was not only functional for defense but also held cultural significance, often featuring intricate carvings representing tribal identity and heritage. These fortifications played a key role in Māori warfare and community protection.
LP
L&P bottle
Creator: Benjamin Lewisroberts
Date of Creation:
Description: Lemon & Paeroa, commonly known as L&P, is a popular soft drink in New Zealand. It's known for its unique lemony flavor, originally made by combining lemon juice with mineral water from the town of Paeroa. L&P is a cultural icon in New Zealand, celebrated for its refreshing taste and quirky advertising campaigns.
Jandals
Jandals
Creator: Jason Smith
Date of Creation:
Description: Jandals, a term unique to New Zealand, refer to simple, flat sandals typically featuring a Y-shaped strap. Known in other countries as flip-flops or thongs, jandals are a popular footwear choice in New Zealand, especially during the warmer months, valued for their simplicity and comfort.