Pou Atua - Carvings of the Gods, carved by Craig & Tipene Kawana 2019

Six Māori gods are represented in six carvings throughout Wildbase Recovery. Of the 70 sons of Ranginui (Sky Father) and Papatūānuku (Earth Mother), these six received divine authority, each holding an important role in the supernatural. Tāne-mahuta was the most important. The brothers did not lead a peaceful existence. When Tāne-mahuta fought to push his parents apart and bring light to the world, Tāwhirimātea fought the separation. From this time Tāwhirimātea has battled his brothers with fearsome storms. Learn more about each atua as you explore Central Energy Trust Wildbase Recovery.