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Tuku Whakatū

Sharing Nelson's unique stories

Tuku Whakatū aims to tuku (share) stories of people and place

The events and activities are a vibrant and exciting demonstration of Nelson’s cultural heritage. 

The TUKU26 Whakatu Programme is out now!

This year’s events and activities are a vibrant and exciting demonstration of Nelson’s cultural heritage.

TUKU26 Whakatū aims to tuku (share) stories of people and place from across the region. 

Tuku26: Love Endures: An ANZAC Exhibition

Tuku26: Love Endures: An ANZAC Exhibition

Today 11:30 am - 3:00 pm
Broadgreen House, Nelson
Festivals
Tuku26: Trailblazers! Nelson Tramping Club History (1934 - 2026)

Tuku26: Trailblazers! Nelson Tramping Club History (1934 - 2026)

30 May 2026 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Elma Turner Library, Nelson
Festivals

Tuku 24 Whakatū: Mau Rākau

Tuku 24 event provided an insight/introduction to the Māori martial art Mau Rākau and the school of Māori weaponry, Te Whare Tū Taua o Whakatū. 

Attendees had a chance to try the martial arts themselves and watch some of the pou (elders) train through their curriculum and mahi. 

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