Kaitumutumu

Marae
161 Te Ohaki Road Te Ohaki 3771
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Kaitumutumu Marae is located on a hectare of land in Raahui Pookeka (Huntly). The principal hapuu that affiliate with this marae include Ngaati Whaawhaakia as well as Ngaati Kuiaarangi, and Ngaati Mahuta. The wharenui is named Ruateatea, the wharekai is Whaawhaakia and the kaauta complex (kitchen) is named Ngaa Mangamanga.

The marae ancestrally links to Tainui waka, Taupiri maunga and Waikato awa. Speaking protocols on Kaitumutumu Marae are guided by the kawa of tauutuutu. The name ‘Kaitumutumu’ refers to the cows in the area constantly chewing their cud.