Ngāti Te Rangiita - Hautapu

In July 2026, Ngāti Te Rangiita, a hapū of Ngāti Tūwharetoa, held its first Hautapu in living memory. More than 200 whānau gathered at Waitetoko Point before dawn, after months of preparation wānanga.

Kel was one of many kaiwhakahaere on the morning, as well as being behind the camera. The rītenga happened in near darkness, with only firelight and constant movement to work with. It was her most demanding shoot to date, and one of her most rewarding.

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