Nga Maunga o Tamaki Makaurau
The Maunga of Tamaki Makaurau
$20.64
- Paperback
48 pages
- Release Date
1 July 2026
Summary
The maunga of Tāmaki Makaurau are worried. The natural world is changing – rivers are polluted, forests are shrinking, and the birds’ waiata are fading away.
While Kohukohunui and his fellow maunga keep watch, Naana gets her mokopuna onto the case. She teaches them about the mountains’ kōrero– stories spoken through the wind, sung by the birds, and shared in dancing shadows – and reminds them that humans have a responsibility as kaitiaki.
As the tamariki realise their own role…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781738597895 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-10: | 173859789X |
| Author: | Michelle Wilson, Tia Saofia |
| Publisher: | Auckland Council Libraries |
| Imprint: | Auckland Council Libraries |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 48 |
| Release Date: | 1 July 2026 |
| Weight: | 110g |
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Michelle Wilson
Michelle Wilson (Hauraki – Ngāti Pāoa, Ngāti Whanaunga, Ngāti Tamaterā, Ngāti Maru) is a leader, writer, and curator of toi who is deeply committed to te taiao, te reo Māori, and whakapapa. Her work promotes parakore practices, encouraging people to take action to care for the natural world. She is passionate about empowering young people as kaitiaki and uses storytelling, culture, and iwi development to strengthen connections to the land and inspire a shared responsibility for a better future.
Tia Saofia (Ngāti Pāoa, Ngāti Tamaterā, Ngāti Maru), a Whitecliffe alumna, explores contemporary digital design through an inspired lens that finds beauty and meaning in creation, blending modern visual styles with cultural storytelling. Grounded in her Christian faith, her work reflects themes of hope, identity, and spiritual connection.
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