Te Manako Nui te-aumangea to remain steadfast and true

to remain steadfast and true to our core purpose through the many phases

rows of ridges which are commonly filled with pākati (dog tooth notches)

that's the nature and precedence that has been left for us by our predecessors and the design principles we've woven into this blanket design

we understand to be purpose driven is to be community driven

solitude and celebration

Te Manako Nui te-aumangea to remain steadfast and trueThe body of this design is inspired mainly by the poutama pattern, but also carries influences of both waewae pkura and taki patterns. The poutama reflects our goals and dreams that we aspire to, with hope casting light upon our pathway, illuminating each step, as we realise its truth and stand upon it. Within the centre of this design, hinatore is reflective of hope and woven in the style of tniko (traditional hand embroidery), piercing through the