Tātai Hono Marae
He Paku Hītori
The whare, now called Tātai Hono Marae, was built in 1885, initially serving as a temporary church for the congregation of St Paul’s before being gifted in 1898 to become our church hall. Throughout the 1980s, the hall famously hosted weeknight dances, weekend fairs, and Sunday School.
On 4 July 2009, the building was refurbished and rededicated as a marae and named Tātai Hono, which means ‘bound together’. The refurbishments included a new entrance whakairo by Bernard Makoare, community tukutuku panels, and paintings by Theresa Reihana.
The marae is operated by the community of Te Mīhana Māori, who function as the haukainga for the space – offering pōwhiri/whakatau, catering, karakia, support with tangihanga, etc.
Ngā Āhuatanga Matua o te Whare
Te Whare Kai
This multi-purpose space can host approximately 200 people standing and 150 seated. Overnight marae-style stays can also be hosted Monday to Saturday.
Te Kīhini
We have a purpose-built commercial kitchen with an in-house catering team who can whip up delicious food for any of your needs. Whether it’s morning tea for your hui, or a seafood buffet – we can make it happen.
Te Ruma Hui (ki te taha)
Located next to the main whare, this smaller meeting room can host around 40 standing and 20 seated. This room is perfect for book clubs, smaller gatherings, etc.
Te Atamira me Ngā Taputapu Hangarau
At the front of the whare, we have a full stage with wing access. Additional equipment available includes microphones, a mixing desk, projector, and TV with conference calling capabilities.
Ngā Tukutuku
Created by the community and hung in 2009, the decorative panels that line the walls of Tātai Hono Marae are a beautiful reminder of our whakapapa Māori.
Te Awhina Mō Te Hunga Hauā
Tātai Hono Marae has ramp access, a disability park right outside, and an accessible toilet/shower with handrails.
Tono mō te rēti whare
Tātai Hono Marae is available for hire for noho marae, corporate events, and other kaupapa. Email all enquiries to enquiries@temihana.org.nz, or click below to complete the enquiry form.