Why Is the Waikato River Important?
Significance to Māori the Waikato River Provided Physical and Spiritual Sustenance for Māori Living Along Its Banks. the Spirits of Ancestors Were Said to...
Why is the river important to Maori?
Rivers are valued as a source of mahinga kai, hāngi stones and cultural materials, as access routes and a means of travel, and for their proximity to important wāhi tapu, settlements or other historic sites.
What is the Waikato known for?
One of the richest agricultural and pastoral areas of the world, the Waikato is home to New Zealand's famous dairy and thoroughbred horse racing industries and base for many agri-businesses and research institutes.
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