Mapping waiata koroua (traditional prose) of the Tarawera Eruption, 1886; and its relevance to contemporary natural hazards preparedness and response : a thesis presented in fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Masters of Emergency Management at Massey University, Wellington, New Zealand

Abstract

This qualitative study maps two waiata koroua about the Tarawera Eruption, 1886, through the experience of Ngāti Haka-Patuheuheu, and directly affected tribes. This research includes a two-day wānanga (cultural learning programme), hui (traditional meeting), whakawhiti kōrero (informal discussions) and semi-structured interviews with Tūhoe, Ngāti Haka-Patuheuheu, and Te Arawa tribal members.