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Te Awamutu Museum We champion Waipā’s History by sharing powerful and relevant stories with experiences that captivate.

Today: final heritage tour and free community filmThe final AKE, AKE, AKE bus tour departs this morning. From 6.00pm, th...
22/10/2026

Today: final heritage tour and free community film

The final AKE, AKE, AKE bus tour departs this morning. From 6.00pm, the Regent Theatre Te Awamutu hosts a free screening of Ka Whawhai Tonu Mātou: Struggle Without End.

Before the film, visit the Waikato Wars Gallery at the Museum to see selected costumes from the production up close. Bus-tour participants are also entered in the signed-book giveaway, drawn Monday 26 October.

View tonight’s screening details and invite someone to join you.

22/10/2026

Today: heritage tour and Vincent O’Malley lecture

The second guided bus tour begins at 9.30am. This evening, historian Vincent O’Malley speaks at the Regent Theatre Te Awamutu from 6.00pm, followed by a book signing.

Please check current capacity and event details before attending. Bus-tour participants receive one entry into the signed-book giveaway, drawn Monday 26 October.

View the latest event details and join tonight’s public lecture.

AKE, AKE, AKE begins todayThe first guided journey leaves the Museum for Rangiaowhia and Ōrākau. Across the day, partici...
20/10/2026

AKE, AKE, AKE begins today

The first guided journey leaves the Museum for Rangiaowhia and Ōrākau. Across the day, participants will encounter these places through guided interpretation, listening and reflection.

We will share selected glimpses from the programme with care and permission. Every bus-tour participant also receives one entry into the signed Vincent O’Malley book giveaway, drawn Monday 26 October.

Follow today’s programme updates and add your reflections in the comments.

20/10/2026

One year back on Roche Street 🎉

On 23 October 2025, Te Whare Taonga o Te Awamutu Museum reopened on Roche Street. One year later, we are reflecting on the exhibitions, collections, learning, research and community connections that have shaped our first year back.

Watch the highlights, then read Director Anne Blyth’s year-in-review blog. We would also love to hear which Museum moment has stayed with you.

Read the year-in-review at www.tamuseum.org.nz, then share your favourite Museum memory in the comments.

Event week is here!If you are joining AKE, AKE, AKE, please check your booking confirmation before travelling. Confirm y...
18/10/2026

Event week is here!

If you are joining AKE, AKE, AKE, please check your booking confirmation before travelling. Confirm your departure or venue details, arrival time, accessibility information and any weather guidance so you are ready for the day.

Every heritage bus-tour participant also receives one free entry into the draw for a signed copy of Vincent O’Malley’s Great Wars of New Zealand. We will announce the winner on Monday 26 October.

We look forward to welcoming you.

Check your confirmation and the latest event information before you leave.

From armed resistance to political negotiation!After the New Zealand Wars, Rewi Maniapoto travelled with Te Kooti. By th...
17/10/2026

From armed resistance to political negotiation!

After the New Zealand Wars, Rewi Maniapoto travelled with Te Kooti. By the late 1860s he recognised that Māori mana could not be restored through warfare alone and turned increasingly to negotiation and political strategy. His peace-making work contributed to the Waitara settlement of 1878.

The exhibition asks visitors to consider leadership not as a single moment, but as a series of difficult decisions made under pressure.

Final places or waitlist update!AKE, AKE, AKE begins soon! Check current availability for the guided heritage bus tours ...
16/10/2026

Final places or waitlist update!

AKE, AKE, AKE begins soon! Check current availability for the guided heritage bus tours from the Museum to Rangiaowhia and Ōrākau.

If you're booked and can't make the tour, please let us know as people are on a waitlist! Thank you.

🎁 HERITAGE BUS TOUR GIVEAWAY
Every person who joins an AKE, AKE, AKE heritage bus tour receives one free entry into the draw to win a signed copy of Vincent O’Malley’s Great Wars of New Zealand book. The winner will be announced on our social media channels on Monday 26 October.

Book now or join the waitlist!

15/10/2026

Ōrākau: leadership, resistance and remembrance!

During the Waikato Wars, Rewi Maniapoto led Ngāti Maniapoto forces against Crown troops. Although he had advised against making a final stand at Ōrākau, he led by example when the battle came. Ōrākau became an enduring symbol of Māori resistance and resolve.

Our October exhibition supports Rā Maumahara 2026 by encouraging careful reflection on the people, choices and lasting impacts of the New Zealand Wars.

Visit, pause and learn more at Te Whare Taonga o Te Awamutu Museum.

15/10/2026

Free community film screening!

Ka Whawhai Tonu Mātou: Struggle Without End screens at The Regent Theatre Te Awamutu on Friday 23 October from 6.00pm as part of AKE, AKE, AKE.

🎁 HERITAGE BUS TOUR GIVEAWAY
Every person who joins an AKE, AKE, AKE heritage bus tour receives one free entry into the draw to win a signed copy of Vincent O’Malley’s Great Wars of New Zealand book. The winner will be announced on our social media channels on Monday 26 October.

What happens behind the scenes before an exhibition closes? 🧵 As Stitched in Time enters its final week, take a short lo...
13/10/2026

What happens behind the scenes before an exhibition closes?

🧵 As Stitched in Time enters its final week, take a short look at the sewing machines, collection stories and museum mahi behind the display. Closes 20 October.
Visit before 20 October: www.tamuseum.org.nz.

Follow for behind-the-scenes museum mahi. The image shows a back-of-house display.

Address

135 Roche Street
Te Awamutu
3800

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 4pm
Tuesday 10am - 4am
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 2pm

Telephone

+6478720085

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