Both Turanga Mauparaoa's recording and the Folkways version are almost identical with the version transcribed, except that the opening pattern is seldom sung, the descent to B at the end of each line is not always observed, and other pitch changes are left out altogether. Thus these recordings are sung on one note virtually throughout the song. Rhythmically however, all three recordings are nearly the same except at the ends of verses where the sustained notes tend to be of different lengths. The text of the song has been published in the Journal of the Polynesian Society vol. 15, p 184 and is Song 145 in Part Two of ‘Nga Moteatea’ by Apirana Ngata and Pei Te Hurinui.

MAORI CLUBS Here is news of some more Maori clubs. We would be glad to hear from secretaries of Maori Clubs not so far included in this series of articles; please send details to ‘Te Ao Hou’ at Box 2390, Wellington.

The Tamaki Maori Culture Group Tamaki, Auckland This lively group started two years ago after a Maori Women's Welfare League conference. Established largely by the energies of Mrs Pare Harris, it began in the Church of England Hall, Glen Innes, with about a dozen children and a few mothers. When the larger Point England hall became available, the growing movement transferred there. Several groups, including the Tamaki Ratana Youth Organisation and the Rito Group, decided to work within it. Members are of many tribes, and their religious denominations include Methodist, Anglican, Catholic, Mormon and Ratana. The club has flourished to such an extent that every Sunday some 120 people—children, youths, mothers and a scattering of men—gather to practise action songs, haka and poi. The emphasis in the club is on the passing on of Maori cultural knowledge to the children, many of whom in their urban environment might otherwise have little opportunity for contact with this. Everyone, including the children, learn to make their own tipare (head band), piupiu (skirt), rapaki (kilt), tapeka (sash) and bodice. Membership is open to people of all races and religious denominations. Tutors include Mr Albert Pirini, Mrs M. Robson and Mrs R. McDowell. Officers include Mrs Harris, president; Mrs C. Hoani, vice-president; Mrs J. Hita, secretary; and Mrs M. Harris, treasurer. Mrs Hoani also helps in the tutoring. One of the most notable things about the group is that it has sprung up from the community without outside sponsorship. It is a movement by themselves and for themselves.

Marlborough Maori Community Club Blenheim Founded in 1961, this group has 40 financial members. Membership is open to Maoris and Pakehas, and there are a number of active Pakeha members. The club is concerned with Maori culture and with welfare activities. Members undertake regular hospital visiting, donations are made to charitable organisations, and assistance is given to Maori families in need of this. The group has acted as host to many North Island groups travelling through Blenheim, the most recent being a party from St. Stephen's College, and the Whakarewarewa Concert Party. Meetings, social evenings and Maori language classes are each held monthly, tutors for the language classes being Messrs F. Skinner, R. Nehemia and L. MacDonald. The president is Mr Hugh MacDonald, the secretary Mrs Kate Mason, and the treasurer Mr Hugh Roberts. It is hoped eventually to build a Maori community centre building near Blenheim.

Wairarapa Anglican Maori Club Masterton This club, founded by the Rev. Hui Vercoe in 1956, was originally formed so that members could take part in the cultural competitions at the annual Anglican Hui Arohas. As well as this, they now take part in a great many local activities, accepting invitations from organisations to provide entertainment and to assist in fund-raising activities.