Arguably the sweethearts of Te Tairāwhiti kapa haka, this longstanding team has returned to Houhoupiko to support and uphold the prestige of this year's Tamararo competition.
Boasting a numerous amount of yesteryear ‘swag’ that is still ever so relevant today, Te Hau Kaenga o Ngāti Konohi will be sure to continue their reputation as the team certain to win the hearts of the many.
As their team name suggests, the membership of the team is comprised primarily from the locals of Whāngārā itself.
Here is Te Hau Kaenga o Ngāti Konohi and their waiata ā-ringa.