Te Matatini performances captivate an international audience

Among the thousands of haka enthusiasts are tourists from around the world who have made their way to Hagley Park to get a piece of the action. The fierce performances and language barriers haven't deterred them from taking it all in. The crowd are all eyes and ears and according to some English visitors at the event, “Its completely different from anything that we have back at home or anything, and it’s like a unique experience.