Unforgettable PLD in Milford Sound: Māori Knowledge, Hiking & Kayaking
Schedule
Fri, 07 Nov, 2025 at 10:30 pm to Wed, 12 Nov, 2025 at 07:30 am
UTC+13:00Location
Milford Sound, New Zealand | Queenstown, OT
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Imagine teaching in a way that truly connects your students to who they are, where they come from, and the land beneath their feet.If you're ready to end the year with something extraordinary, the Atua Matua Wānanga in Milford Sound is a once-a-year opportunity to step away from the whiteboard and into one of Aotearoa’s most breathtaking places for PLD that truly resonates. During this PLD, you'll be:
🥾 Hiking and
🌊 Kayaking
Led by Dr. Ihirangi Heke, this wānanga blends mātauranga Māori, movement, and nature-based learning in powerful and practical ways. You'll explore how to bring te ao Māori into PE, health, and hauora - not just in theory, but in your everyday practice.
Why attend?
✅ Implement innovative approaches to health and well-being within your teaching or organisation.
✅ Strengthen connections between your team and the environment, promoting holistic well-being.
✅ Lead with cultural competence, respecting and valuing indigenous knowledge systems.
🔹 Only 10 spots
🔹 No PowerPoints - just real, experiential learning
🔹 For teachers who want to lead with purpose
📅 8 - 12 November 2025 | 📍 Milford Sound
Reignite your passion. Reconnect with the land. Bring that energy back to your classroom.
Find out more or book your spot now by visiting 👉https://www.penz.org.nz/event/atua-matua-wnanga-milford
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Where is it happening?
Milford Sound, New Zealand, 19 Luxmore Dr, Te Anau 9600, New Zealand, QueenstownEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
