Toi Matarua is proud to announce we will be delivering our first ever Ihi Camp - Where rangatahi ignite.

Ihi Camp is a 4-day summer wānanga inspired by the messages of our recent youth-led production, Where There’s Smoke. The camp will focus on raising awareness about mental distress, breaking stigma, and igniting leadership and hope among rangatahi Māori.

Participants will explore the principles of ihi, wehi, and wana through our youth-led workshops delivered via a range of engaging mediums such as haka, dance, music, theatre, and digital storytelling.

Event details

Location: Ōmahu marae, 1857 Korokipo Rd, Fernhill.

Dates & times: Tuesday 20th - Friday 23rd January 2026.

Costs: The hui is fully funded for rangatahi registered by 15/12. Registration for adults is $100.

Accommodation: Please note the programme is overnight and run out of Ōmahu marae. All youth are expected to stay overnight under the supervision of a chaperone/youth worker.

Criteria to participate: We are looking for 100 rangatahi aged 12-17yrs. All participants must:

• Show leadership qualities/potential

• Be willing to participate in creative arts such as music, dance, drama and haka

• Have an aspiration to make a difference in their community

To register, please scan the QR code or email sez@toimatarua.co.nz. Registrations close 15/12/25