Te Wiki o te Reo Māori at Hauraki District Libraries
Join us from 14 - 20 September in embracing Te Wiki o te Reo Māori! We have a range of activities planned in our Libraries to celebrate this week including a Scavenger Hunt, Colouring Competition, a Writing Competition and displays. Check out all the details on the Writing Competition below!
Celebrate Te Wiki o te reo Māori through poetry or storytelling with Hauraki District Libraries’ Kōrero Paki competition! Open to all Hauraki District residents, this year’s theme focuses on Ake, Ake, Ake - A Forever Language and Te reo Towns - a celebration of the communities keeping te reo Māori alive. We invite everyone to share what makes the Hauraki community special and how we can embrace Te reo Māori together.
Competition Details:
- Entries Open: Monday 14 September 2026
- Entries Close: Monday 5 October 2026
- Winners Announced: Monday 12 October 2026
Categories:
- Poetry (English or Te reo Māori): Maximum 100 words.
- Short Story (English or Te reo Māori): Maximum 200 words.
- Age Groups: 5–9, 10–12, 13–15, and 16+
Prizes & Features:
- One winner per age group in each category.
- Every school age entry automatically enters your school into a draw to win a book pack prize!
How to Enter:
Craft your original piece (no AI-generated content), fill out an entry form and submit your entry by emailing hdc-library@hauraki-dc.govt.nz or dropping into your local Hauraki District Libraries branch to scan it - our friendly team is happy to help! For full terms, conditions and entry form details, visit or contact your local library branch.
