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Te Hei Tiki
Hei Tiki at Kiwa Art - a powerful good luck symbol Te Hei Tiki Hand-carved and deeply treasured, hei tiki are among the most precious Māori taonga (treasures). These heirloom pieces are carefully protected and passed down through generations, carrying the stories, memories, and spiritual presence of revered ancestors. More than any other form of taonga, hei tiki often hold a strong emotional connection for their owners and families. The word hei refers to an ornament worn aro
Jun 2


Tapa Cloth: A Pacific Treasure
What is Tapa Cloth? Tapa cloth, or simply ‘tapa’, is a bark cloth made in the islands of the Pacific Ocean. The term ‘tapa’ is...
Jun 13, 2024


1980's Shell Lei Collection
An amazing and wearable collection of Polynesian Shell Lei have just been displayed in our shop on Parnell Road. Wonderful Christmas...
Dec 20, 2021
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