We have also been sharing with the children our cultural narrative.
The New Entrant studio is named after a significant lagoon that was situated in the low lying land just north of modern day Motukarara in the lower Huritini/Halswell River that was a major mahinga kai, food source. This area was situated in the low lying land just north of modern day Motukarara in the lower Huritini/Halswell River.
This swampy area was drained in the past. Plans are now underway to restore the lagoon and wetlands by Environment Canterbury, working in partnership with Ngāi Tahu and the wider community.
The best comparative local features are the Quarry Ponds close to Kennedys Bush Road.
Therefore as a studio Ahuriri connects with the following:
- Landscape feature - Ahuriri Lagoon or wetland, swamp
- Colour - Waiporoporo/ Purple
- Creature - Pākura (Pūkeko), Swamp Hen
- Plant - Raupō, Bulrush
The children have helped to create this wonderful display.
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