• Explore Available Taonga

    We carry a limited amount of taonga in stock and available for instant purchase and delivery. Click the link below to view current available taonga.

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  • Commission a Taonga

    We are predominantly a commissioned based studio so if you are looking for a custom taonga for yourself or whanau, please reach out. We'd love to help.

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  • Workshops & Consulting

    Hautpau provides cultural consulting services and workshops grounded in the matauranga and tikanga of taonga puoro.

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Tihei Mauri Oro!

My name is Chris Huriwai and I am the maker and creator behind Hautapu Whakairo. Begun in 2020, Hautapu seeks to contribute positively to the practice and revitalisation of Taonga Puoro. We do this through making, playing, workshops, and wananga. To learn more click the button below.

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  • Secure Freight

    Fully insured, signature-required tracked courier acrouss Aotearoa and Australia.

  • Acoustically Proven

    Every instrument is meticulously tuned and tested for sound accuracy.

  • Ethically Sourced

    Crafted exclusively using sustainably sourced native timbers, bone, stone, and feathers.