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Kia Ora and Pacific Greetings everyone. Otara-Papatoetoe Local Board Program at OMAC. Hope to see you join in our fantastic 8 week program. Please read the description on our Instagram page.

Kia Orana and Pacific Greetings Everyone Start your journey by joining and learning, Cook Island drumming. This class is FREE to join. YES! FREE! If you are wanting to DRUM on board🤣, visit OMAC and enroll for Term 4. Classes are every Monday's from 6:30pm - 7:30pm, starting on Monday 13th October, for 8 weeks. This is for complete beginners starting from 12yrs and older (parents permission required for learners ages 12 - 18yrs). Adults are welcome to DRUM on board as well🤣. Just a reminder, this is for beginners. So Aere Mai, enroll in the class and looking forward to meeting you. Meitaki Maata.

Delayed Thank you post:
Ngā mihi nui to the community who came through and showed aroha at our Matariki Ki ŌTARA last Friday! 🌟

Some key people to thank, Reece Autagavaia Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board, Rana & Charlie O.B.A, Mary Gush & Te Puke Ōtara Corporated, TOPS Squad, Kaharau & T.C boys, Ronald Betham, MC Jadein Henare & Matua Rangiera Kingi
From vendors to artists to audio techs Kodez & the boys, Sith & Lillian media team. Nadine & Fresh Gallery Ōtara with face painting and anyone I missed.
ALL Your support and aroha made this kaupapa possible.

📸 Stay tuned for photos and highlights –
With aroha and appreciation,

OMAC & Fresh Gallery Ōtara Crew

📸 Free Māori Portrait Sessions with Mali Photo
📅 Wednesday 2nd & 9th July | Individual bookings only

Free 15-minute Māori portrait sessions!

Each session includes time to pose, feel comfortable, and capture your essence — you’ll receive 3 high-res digital images via an online gallery to keep, share, or print.

These sessions celebrate identity, and self-expression one person per slot, so you get the focus you deserve.

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🪓 Māori Carving Workshop
📅 Thursday 3rd & 10th July | 11:00am | Walk-ins welcome

Step into the world of toi whakairo – Māori carving – in this hands-on workshop led by skilled carvers.

Learn the basics, explore traditional patterns, and hear the stories woven into each design. No experience needed – just come with open hands and an open mind.

✨ All welcome. Nau mai, haere mai!

🌿 Harakeke Weaving Workshop
✨ Tuesday 1st & 8th July | 11:00am | Walk-ins welcome!

Discover the beauty of traditional Māori flax weaving in this hands-on workshop. Learn to harvest, prepare, and weave harakeke into something uniquely yours – guided by an experienced weaver.

No experience needed – just bring your curiosity and creative spirit. Nau mai, haere mai! 💚

🌟 Tangata Moana: School Holiday Programme 🌟

Kia ora rangatahi! ✨ This July school holiday, dive into Matariki with our 2 weeks hands-on holiday programme. Join Māori artists and educators for a creative journey celebrating te ao Māori.

🍃Weaving Workshop
Learn the art of weaving with out local Kaumatua

📸 FREE Māori Portraits
With Amahlea from

Carving Workshop with the talented

Hands-on learning with skilled Māori artists 🎨

Explore Matariki through art and culture 🌌

Create your own taonga to take home 🏺

Fun, diverse, and educational experiences for rangatahi 🌱

📅 Dates: 1st July - 10th July
📍 Location: Otara Music Arts Centre
🎟️ Ages: All ages
💰 Cost: FREE

The countdown begins! 🎉 Only 2 weeks until the Bring The Noise program kicks off! Stay tuned for more updates, and get ready to unleash your creativity!

Check it out here: https://bit.ly/OMAC-BTN

To register email [email protected] or contact us @ OMAC RECEPTION 09 274 6400