My Dad's whanau come from a marae that is close to Wellington. I've been there once 14 years ago for a reunion. Now I'm in Wellington I was going to visit. Unfortunately that visit was hastened by the sudden death of a second cousin.
The marae has changed a bit in 14 years. It's a little community hub with the usual elements of a marae - wharenui, wharekai, washhouse etc - plus some extras - kohanga reo rooms and a giant garden.
A very sad occasion in which to reconnect with the whanau.
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