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Te Arikinui marks second anniversary with Koroneihana celebrations

1NewsNZ HeraldWednesday 2 September 2026 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated

In this story Te Arikinui Kuini Ngā wai hono i te pō, Kīngitanga

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The second anniversary of Te Arikinui Kuini Ngā wai hono i te po’s coronation begins today at Tūrangawaewae Marae in Ngāruawāhia. The celebrations include a kawe mate ceremony to acknowledge those who have passed away and a gathering of Pacific chiefs.

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First reported by 1News, Wed 2 Sep, 6:00am · 2 reports from 2 outlets over 7 hours
  1. 1News1News

    Koroneihana 2026: What to know as Te Arikinui marks second anniversary (opens in new tab)

  2. NZ HeraldNZ Herald

    Pacific chiefs to attend Māori Queen’s second koroneihana (opens in new tab)