Wairarapa and the New Zealand Wars - Peace and Portents

Schedule

Sat Nov 14 2026 at 02:00 pm to 03:00 pm

UTC+13:00
Location

Kiwi Hall | Kahutara, WG

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Why did Wairarapa remain at peace during the New Zealand Wars? Explore the decisions, relationships and consequences that shaped our rohe.
Although Wairarapa saw no fighting during the New Zealand Wars, the conflict profoundly affected the region. Join Paora Ammunson, Papawai Marae kaumātua, to discover why Wairarapa became a place of refuge for those seeking safety, how peace was maintained, and the lasting consequences for local Māori communities and the district’s history.
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Kiwi Hall, Kahutara, New Zealand

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