Te Hana, a traditional Maori community, located in the north of Auckland. There are 138 people 63 families live in the community, and majority people are Maori (90%) and Pacific. It takes only one hour from North Shore Bridge to Te Hana, besides, as a result of its beautiful view and culture, it is getting more attractive. However, there are some exist problems which due to its special geographical position are drawing the attention from the new Auckland Council. A Maori village proposal, together with its associated infrastructure proposal was submitted to the Auckland Council, in order to create a better community to support the unemployment and local economy.
Te Hana is a special community which is a part of the oldest, biggest, and most traditional tribe in Auckland. Moreover, it has lots of history both pre and post European. Te Hana village is the gateway of North and Auckland, and the beautiful view of its community is a treasure to Auckland, the unemployment is much lower compared with other communities’ (Gracefarm, no date). However, quite a few people know about Te Hana, not even its traditional Maori culture and historical value in New Zealand history.
Actually, the critical issue of Te Hana community is the importance of its historical, geographical, and cultural status is not recognised by other people, the council is included. To introduce Te Hana to New Zealand residents and international tourists is, in the one hand, a great way to understand and appreciate Maori history and culture, and on the other hand, a win-win solution to create more job opportunities and increase cross-cultural communication with other countries.
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