Tauranga Moana Waitangi Day Dawn Service 2026
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Come together at dawn to commemorate the signing of Te Tiriti o Waitangi (the Treaty of Waitangi).
All are welcome to gather from 6am.
The service begins at 6:30am with a whakatau (welcome) from tangata whenua and includes speeches from local kaumātua and civic leaders, cultural performances, and music from Te Reo Ratana Te Tautoru - Ratana Band.
Speakers will explore the meaning of Te Tiriti o Waitangi today, the importance of honouring its spirit, and a shared vision for a thriving, Tiriti-based Tauranga Moana.
People are advised to arrive early, dress warmly, and bring a blanket or low camping chair to sit on.
The service will conclude with a karakia around 8am.
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