Welcome to the Te Kōhanga Reo online store. Here you’ll find a range of taonga and merchandise in various colours and sizes. Stocks may be limited at times.
If you are interested in placing a bulk order, ie for 10 or more items please contact us at [email protected] to discuss your requirements and payment. This may include a cost for postage and handling.
About our taonga
Our greenstone taonga are authentic Nga Tahu Pounamu pieces from the Hokitika and Arahura regions. Our bone taonga are handcrafted by Bone Art Place in Auckland.
Greenstone varieties:
We have our greenstone taonga available in three varieties, however we will send the taonga we have in stock so your order may be a mix of the varieties below.
If you receive a Taonga in a variety that's unsuitable, please contact [email protected] to arrange a replacement.
Kahotea: This type is streaked or flecked with white. The name Kahotea derives from Kaho, meaning light coloured tea (white or clear).
Kahurangi: A highly translucent, lightish green shade, free from dark spots and other flaws. One of the rarest varieties, held in high esteem by Māori.
Kawakawa: A dark rich green with varying intermediate shades, named after the leaf of the Kawakawa. It is the main type used in gem purposes.
About our merchandise
We offer a range of clothing items for adults, youth and mokopuna including jackets, hoodies and t-shirts. At times we may offer accessories, eg hats, blankets, umbrellas or water bottles.
Smaller items, eg pens or lapel pins may also be available to purchase in packs of 10.
Our Te Korowai book is also available should you wish to read more about our principles, policies goals and practices based on our founding documents.
Making a payment
All payments are made by direct bank deposit and must be received before goods will be dispatched. Your payment must be received within 14 days of your purchase, or the order will be cancelled automatically.
When you complete your purchase a reference number will be provided with your order confirmation. Please add this as a reference when you make the deposit.
Bank account details
Please deposit funds to the following bank account.
Account name: TPO
Bank/Branch: ANZ – Wellington
Account number: 01 0505 0005181-00
Reference: Add your purchase reference number and your name
Postage, handling and delivery
We offer free delivery within New Zealand for standard orders. Bulk orders will attract a cost which will be established and on-charged.