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As Captain Cook rounded the top of the North Island in December 1769, the French explorer Jean François Marie de Surville was as little as 40 km to the south-west, just missing what would have been a historic meeting.
In 1772 Marc Joseph Marion du Fresne spent more than two months in the Bay of … View moreAs Captain Cook rounded the top of the North Island in December 1769, the French explorer Jean François Marie de Surville was as little as 40 km to the south-west, just missing what would have been a historic meeting.
In 1772 Marc Joseph Marion du Fresne spent more than two months in the Bay of Islands.
British naval officer George Vancouver spent three weeks in Dusky Sound in November 1791.
In February 1793 the Italian explorer Alessandro Malaspina also called in to Dusky Sound.
A quarter of a century later, the German Fabian von Bellingshausen and his Russian expedition visited Tōtaranui/Queen Charlotte Sound for a week.
In 1824 the French explorer Louis Isidore Duperrey arrived with second-in-command Jules Sébastien César Dumont d'Urville.
Friday feels: Is it just me or have grape spills been few and far between this harvest? Saying that, I only ever drive the length of Scott St to work and back, so maybe I've missed a few. I hope I haven't jinxed us. (Pic from 2015)
The voyaging story of Kupe and his discovery of New Zealand? It's a fascinating read....
Tribal narratives suggest Kupe was the first Polynesian to discover New Zealand. Kupe was a great chief and warrior of Hawaiki (Tahiti – though some sources say it was Ra’iatea). His mana extended to … View moreThe voyaging story of Kupe and his discovery of New Zealand? It's a fascinating read....
Tribal narratives suggest Kupe was the first Polynesian to discover New Zealand. Kupe was a great chief and warrior of Hawaiki (Tahiti – though some sources say it was Ra’iatea). His mana extended to the islands his mother and father were from (Ra’iatea and Rarotonga respectively).
Legend has it that Kupe’s fishermen found that their bait was repeatedly taken from their hooks so that they were not able to catch anything. The matter was reported to the tohunga (priests) who blessed the lines and hooks. On the next fishing expedition, the fishermen saw that octopi were taking the bait from their lines, and they noticed the great octopus of Muturangi floating on the sea nearby. They realised that Muturangi (a great navigator) was causing the trouble.
They reported what was happening to Kupe, who confronted Muturangi and told him to restrain his octopus (his familiar or kaitiaki spirit). At that time, food was scarce, so the fishermen went out again. But again the bait was taken. The priests were unable to help, so Kupe decided to slay Muturangi. The priests suggested it would be better to kill the octopus, because even if Muturangi was slain, the octopus would still retain his power.
Kupe told Muturangi to restrain his octopus or he would kill it. Muturangi retorted he did not want the fishermen fishing in the sea and he would not stop the octopi from taking the bait.
Kupe then returned and prepared his canoe for the sea. He and his fishermen set out. They put out their lines but hauled them up quickly before the bait reached the bottom. The octopi followed them up. The fishermen began slaughtering them until a priest said that the octopus of Muturangi was inciting them to take the bait (through magic) and further slaughter would lead to the death of all small octopi.
The fishermen then tried to catch the great octopus, but it disappeared out to sea. Kupe returned to shore to collect provisions saying that he would follow the monster and kill him. Kupe took his wife and five children so that anything happening to him would happen to all of them. Altogether, there were 72 people on board the canoe.
Kupe caught up with Ngake (another great warrior and navigator) in another canoe and asked him if he had seen the octopus. Ngake directed Kupe towards the giant octopus, and both canoes followed him until they reached a new land. Kupe’s wife called it Aotearoa (long white cloud) when she saw the land for the first time. Kupe told Ngake to keep following the octopus while he stopped at what is now the North Cape.
Kupe explored the area to Hokianga. It is said his footprints and that of his dogs can still be seen today in the clay – since turned to stone. His dogs ran off into the bush to hunt, so Kupe left them behind. An incantation he gave turned them into stone. To this day, two rocks at the mouth of the Whirinaki River, Hokianga, are said to be Kupe’s dogs.
Finally, Kupe sailed to Rangi-whakaoma where he found Ngake. Ngake told him the octopus of Muturangi was in a cave giving birth to offspring. Kupe broke into the cave, but the octopus escaped. Kupe and Ngake gave chase as far as Te Kawakawa (Cape Palliser). Kupe named this place after one of his daughters.
After mending a broken sail, Kupe and Ngake continued their pursuit of the octopus. Kupe left his wife and daughters on Mana Island and headed to Te Wai Pounamu (South Island). As they drew near, the octopus came at them, and there was a fierce battle. Eventually, Kupe made a death-blow with his axe to the monster’s head. The octopus was hidden so that Muturangi would never find it and revive it.
It is said that, after this, Kupe and Ngake continued to explore the South Island to see what resources there were. While doing this, Kupe discovered the valuable pounamu (greenstone). He reached the end of the South Island and then ventured back up north. After staying some time at Hokianga, the entire party of people left to go back to Rarotonga and eventually to Hawaiki. In both places, they reported the discovery of the distant cloud-capped country.
Kupe gave a good report of a land full of food – plants, fish and birds – but had no people living in it. There had been quarrelling among the people at home, and some were keen to settle in a new country. Kupe explained to these people how to get to Aotearoa (which winds to follow) and where the best places in Aotearoa would be to live.
(Condensed from a version translated by S Percy Smith. The full version can be found at pvs.kcc.hawaii.edu....)
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When was the last time you visited Meretoto / Ship Cove?
Photo thanks to David James Photography
This double canoe was sketched off the New Zealand coast in 1769 by Herman Spöring.
Marlborough Archaeologist Atholl Anderson argues that the double spritsail was the most likely type of sailing rig used by the Polynesian voyagers who reached New Zealand in the 13th century.
Through these tough times we have learned the true strength and resilience of our communities and have witnessed first hand the abundance of aroha in Aotearoa.
Now more than ever, the fern seems to best capture the spirit of our country. If we look to our Māori roots, we are reminded of the twist… View moreThrough these tough times we have learned the true strength and resilience of our communities and have witnessed first hand the abundance of aroha in Aotearoa.
Now more than ever, the fern seems to best capture the spirit of our country. If we look to our Māori roots, we are reminded of the twist or pikorua which resembles two intertwined pikopiko ferns - a fern known for thriving in dark, damp areas of our woods. A reminder that difficult conditions can actually be an opportunity for tremendous growth.
The entanglement of the pikorua also has no beginning or end which is often used to represent an everlasting bond. Although we are all on our own path in life, in the end we always come back together - we are all connected through our interwoven lives.
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The National Remembrance Service for victims of the Christchurch terrorism attacks, to be held this Friday, will be livestreamed at the McLauchlan Family Auditorium in the ASB Theatre, 2 Hutcheson St, Blenheim.
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern announced the National Remembrance Service will take place… View moreThe National Remembrance Service for victims of the Christchurch terrorism attacks, to be held this Friday, will be livestreamed at the McLauchlan Family Auditorium in the ASB Theatre, 2 Hutcheson St, Blenheim.
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern announced the National Remembrance Service will take place on Friday 29 March at 10am, in Christchurch’s Hagley Park.
Marlborough Mayor John Leggett says it is important Marlburians are able to participate in a nationwide event and get a further opportunity to reflect on the events in Christchurch.
“The council has an important role to play in bringing our community together to mark what occurred, and reflect on what it means for our nation. My thanks to the ASB Theatre for hosting this event.”
The livestreaming event will see the National Remembrance Service shown on a big screen in the ASB Theatre. Entry will be free, with capacity limited to 700 people. Doors will open at 9am and attendees are asked to be seated by 9.45am.
The mayor will make a brief welcoming speech just before the livestream commences at 9.55am. The livestream will finish at 11am.
The event is supported by the Blenheim Police, who will have a visible security presence at the event. Attendees are requested not to bring prams, suitcases, large backpacks or trolley bags. The service will also be shown at the Marlborough District Library in Blenheim and the Picton Library and Service Centre.
(Picture from the peace vigil held in Christchurch last Friday)
It's wonderful reading about our past.
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Some things were great
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And some things we just wouldn't stand for now days
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Times change but let's not forget where we came from....
Over the next few weeks we'll be introducing the amazing wahine who have accepted the challenge of our Trek to Transform trip to Vietnam which will take place in April.
First up - The amazing Dee Paranihi!
As a loved employee of the Graeme Dingle Foundation, Dee couldn’t pass up the … View moreOver the next few weeks we'll be introducing the amazing wahine who have accepted the challenge of our Trek to Transform trip to Vietnam which will take place in April.
First up - The amazing Dee Paranihi!
As a loved employee of the Graeme Dingle Foundation, Dee couldn’t pass up the amazing opportunity to explore Vietnam and help kids across Aotearoa at the same time. "We can all learn to believe what we have inside is greater than the things that stand in front of us, but we need to teach our kids this, we are not necessarily born thinking that way."
To find out more about Dee and how you can support her in this worthy cause visit dinglefoundation.org.nz...
A heavy rain watch is in place for: Mount Taranaki, Northwest Nelson and the Richmond Range, and The Tararua Range.
A strong wind watch is in place for: Marlborough, Canterbury Plains including Banks Peninsula, Otago, and Fiordland, Southland and Stewart Island.
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Wednesday night’s vigil in Blenheim was our opportunity to express the feelings of our community to the traumatic events of last week.
Everyone in Marlborough has been shocked by the horrific events of last Friday. Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims of the Christchurch attacks.
… View moreWednesday night’s vigil in Blenheim was our opportunity to express the feelings of our community to the traumatic events of last week.
Everyone in Marlborough has been shocked by the horrific events of last Friday. Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims of the Christchurch attacks.
Each month as I welcome new citizens to Marlborough, including members of the Muslim community, I thank them for making New Zealand their home.
As the Prime Minister said: “they are us”.
The attacks struck at the heart of the South Island and New Zealand, one of the world’s most peaceful and friendly nations.
On behalf of everyone in Marlborough, I have conveyed my thanks to the Police and the emergency services for their incredible bravery and dedication.
Kia kaha.
Mayor John Leggett
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