Finding Us
Directions
98 Pariroa Road, Kakaramea, South Taranaki 4598.
We're just off SH3 between Pātea and Hāwera — turn into Kakaramea via Wilson Road, then follow Pariroa Road about 2.2 km inland. The marae entrance is signposted. Please park in the carpark and gather as one group at the entrance to wait for the karanga.
Our Kawa
The pōwhiri at Pariroa
Pariroa Pā observes the kawa of our hapū — Pāeke: our speakers, the tangata whenua, speak first, followed by the manuhiri.
1 · Karanga
The call that welcomes you onto the marae. Move as one group, slowly, as you hear it.
2 · Wero
Where appropriate, the challenge is laid.
3 · Harirū & hongi
At Pariroa, manuhiri greet the paepae before the speeches — this deems you noa. Make your way around, then be seated.
4 · Whaikōrero
The speeches, tangata whenua first (Pāeke), each carried by a waiata.
5 · Kai
Food shared in the wharekai, which closes the pōwhiri.
Seating: manuhiri harirū to the paepae first, continue around the wharenui, and sit on the left side, opposite the hunga kāinga. The taumata kōrero seats are for the men of the marae.
Koha: koha is an expression of aroha and respect, given freely and never demanded. Our tikanga is kōkōhu — the koha is placed into the hands of a tangata whenua speaker during the harirū. A koha laid on the ground is equally accepted and acknowledged by the kaikaranga.
From the Pariroa Pā Tikanga and Kawa Handbook.
Tikanga
Everyday tikanga
- Remove your shoes before entering the wharenui.
- Wait for the karanga and move as one group.
- Keep kai and drink out of the wharenui.
- Ask before taking photographs — and never photograph tūpāpaku.
- The marae is auahi kore — smokefree.
- Don't sit on tables, or put bags or hats on food tables.
- Don't pass food over anyone's head, or touch another person's head.
- Don't walk across the room while someone is speaking — crouch if you must.
- Don't step over people who are seated.
If you're ever unsure — ask. Our people would far rather you ask.
Noho
What to bring
For a day hui
- Your koha
- Comfortable shoes you can easily remove
- Any kai arrangement agreed with your booking contact
For a noho (staying over)
- Bedding or sleeping bag — mattresses provided
- Toiletries and a towel
- A change of clothes
Access
Parking & accessibility
Parking is available at the marae. If you or someone in your group has mobility or access needs, tell us when you book — we'll make sure the right doors are open and someone is there to meet you.
Our phone is always answered on a visit day: 06 273 8807 or 027 536 3629.