The Poukai is a gathering instigated by Kiingi Tawhiao in 1884 to look after the Pouaru, the whanau panui and the rawakore (the widowed, bereaved and the destitute) following the Land Wars in 1863. This year 29 marae will host Poukai. Te Ahi Kaa finds out more about the history with Waikato Kaumatua Tame Pokaia.
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