Waikawa marae is a thriving tūrangawaewae (base) for people of Te Atiawa ki Te Waka-ā-Māui, and for many others from other rohe (regions) across Aotearoa who live in the community.
During covid it became a haven for hauora and support.
Allanah Burgess is the manager at Waikawa marae. She says that focus on keeping people well and connected is something they are working hard to maintain.
You can find more here: https://www.waikawamarae.com/