Summary The name of the Turangawaewae marae was taken from a 19th-century prophesy by King Tawhiao, that in his grandson's time Ngaruawahia would become the turangawaewae (standing place) of the Kingitanga. His granddaughter Te Puea dedicated her life to fulfilling his prophesy and 'Waikato' explores the Waikato people's relationship with and support for the King movement. The visual and emotional climax of this episode is the poukai or annual loyalty hui held at Turangawaewae marae, on the bank of the Waikato River.
Directed : Unknown
Written : Unknown
Stars : Te Arikinui Te Atairangikaahu Ripora Kukutai Sally Mana Te Noki Karena Dick Green
Genres : History Documentary
Countries of origin : New Zealand
Official sites : NZonScreen listing
Summary The name of the Turangawaewae marae was taken from a 19th-century prophesy by King Tawhiao, that in his grandson's time Ngaruawahia would become the turangawaewae (standing place) of the Kingitanga. His granddaughter Te Puea dedicated her life to fulfilling his prophesy and 'Waikato' explores the Waikato people's relationship with and support for the King movement. The visual and emotional climax of this episode is the poukai or annual loyalty hui held at Turangawaewae marae, on the bank of the Waikato River.
Genres : History Documentary
Countries of origin : New Zealand
Official sites : NZonScreen listing
