There are all kinds of Haka! Some Haka are performed by men, women and even children. They were used at special occasions, especially as a welcome. The most commonly known Haka is the ‘Ka Mate’ Haka – the Haka used by the All Blacks and is known all around the world. A war cry and …
If you are anything like me, Maori names can get my head spinning and I lose the direction of the story big time!!! So, hopefully this will help – the key names Ngai Tahu – South Island tribe Ngati Toa – North Island tribe Ngati Mamoe – Pre Ngai Tahu South Island tribe Tu Rakautohi …
On 16 December 1905, while on the first All Black’s international overseas rugby tour, Christchurch born player, Bob Deans scores the only try of the game against Wales. Unfortunately for the All Blacks, by the time the referee made it down to the goal line, the Welsh had pulled Deans back over the line. The …
