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Remembering Paeahi
Stories of the people, places and events that have shaped our marae.
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Paeahi Marae
A place of refuge, belonging and connection.
Paeahi Marae is a place where whānau gather, culture is celebrated, stories are shared and connections are strengthened.
Past
Nau mai, haere mai
Paeahi Marae is a place for our people to gather, connect and celebrate our culture.
For generations, the marae has been a place where stories, traditions, language and values are carried forward. Today, it continues to provide a place of belonging for whānau and a place where people can come together with respect.
Our Story →
Past
Paeahi through the generations
1903
Paeahi wharenui is built.
Early 1900s
Paeahi becomes part of an important travelling and trading route between Paeroa, Waihi and the Ohinemuri River.
1930
The marae land is gazetted as a Māori Reservation.
1975
The original meeting house is destroyed by fire.
2005
The rebuilt wharenui and supporting buildings open.
Today
Paeahi continues to be a place of refuge, belonging and connection.
Present
He hui, he kaupapa, he whānau
Upcoming Events
Oct
06
Whānau Hui
Tuesday · 10:00 am
Paeahi Marae
Oct
24
Working Bee
Saturday · 09:00 am
Paeahi Marae grounds
Oct
30
Te Reo Evening
Friday · 06:30 pm
Wharekai
Our Marae
More than a place to gather, Paeahi Marae is a place where our people connect with each other, our history and the generations who came before us.
Wharenui
Our meeting house and heart of the marae.
Wharekai
A place to share kai and come together.
Kauta
Supporting the practical life of the marae.
Our whenua
The land and surroundings of Paeahi.
Present
He whānau kotahi
Paeahi is strengthened by the people who belong to it. Whether you're reconnecting with whānau, sharing your skills, helping with kaupapa or simply wanting to stay connected, there is a place for you here.
Connect
Register your whānau details and stay connected.
Register your details →Share your skills
Let us know how you can contribute — from building and gardening to professional and cultural skills.
Offer your skills →Get involved
Find upcoming kaupapa, working bees, events and opportunities to help.
See what's on →
Past · Present
Kōrero mai
From the archives
Historical photographs and memories.
Whānau kōrero
Stories and experiences from our people.
Tikanga, kōrero and mātauranga
Our culture lives through the stories we share, the tikanga we uphold and the knowledge passed from one generation to the next.
Tikanga
Understanding how to visit and participate respectfully.
Te reo Māori
Language, words and knowledge.
Mātauranga
Stories, knowledge and teachings.
Some of our knowledge is shared publicly. Other knowledge is held within whānau and is not intended for public publication.
Life at Paeahi
Future
Help shape the future of Paeahi
See beyond today for a better tomorrow.
The future of Paeahi is built by the people who care for it. Your support helps maintain our marae, support our kaupapa and preserve a place for future generations.
Planning a hui or gathering?
Paeahi Marae welcomes enquiries for hui, gatherings, educational programmes and other kaupapa.
01
Facilities
Explore what's available.
02
Availability
Tell us when you're planning to visit.
03
Enquire
Submit a booking request.
Haere mai ki Paeahi
Address
Paeahi Marae
5876 State Highway 26
Te Aroha 3392
New Zealand
Phone
07 000 0000
Placeholder — to be confirmed
kiaora@paeahimarae.nz
Placeholder — to be confirmed
Please contact the marae before visiting so that appropriate arrangements can be made.
Interactive map placeholder — 5876 State Highway 26, Te Aroha