What does the feather represent in New Zealand?

The Raukura feathers were a symbol of the passive resistance movement that Tohu Kakahi and Te Whiti-o-Rongomai orchestrated as a means of re-elevating the mana of the Māori people with a desire of being autonomous once again.

What does the silver fern mean to New Zealand?

As Sir Tipene O’Regan once reminded me, to Maori, the silver fern denotes strength, stubborn resistance, and enduring power, encapsulated in a natural form of native elegance. Maori have always honoured the fern, giving it a pride of place. Early Pakeha did this, also.

What symbolizes New Zealand?

The bird Kiwi is the national symbol and icon of New Zealand. The name of the bird – Kiwi comes from the language of Maori (indigenous NZ people). It means “hidden bird”. The association between Kiwis and NZ is so strong that often the word Kiwi is used to refer to the people of New Zealand.

What’s the national flower of New Zealand?

National animal and flower New Zealand does not have an official national flower, but the silver fern (Cyathea dealbata), which appears on army insignia and sporting team uniforms, is an unofficial national emblem.

What do feathers Symbolise in Māori?

The huia feather is a revered treasure for Māori and symbolises leadership and mana. The feathers from the tail of the huia were particularly prized and were worn in the hair or around the neck by both men and women. Feathers were often stored in intricately carved boxes known as wakahuia.

What can you not say to a kiwi?

40 Things You Should Never Say To A New Zealander

• ‘Well, New Zealand is part of the Commonwealth so Britain technically owns you.
• ‘Where abouts in Australia are you from?
• ‘Stick another shrimp on the barbie, mate!
• ‘You’re from Auckland, yeah?
• ‘Football is so much better than rugby.

What is silver fern in Māori?

Alsophila dealbata, synonym Cyathea dealbata, commonly known as the silver fern or silver tree-fern, or as ponga /ˈpɒŋə/ or punga /ˈpʌŋə/ (from Māori kaponga or ponga), is a species of medium-sized tree fern, endemic to New Zealand.

What is New Zealand’s mascot?

The kiwi is a unique and curious bird: it cannot fly, has loose, hair-like feathers, strong legs and no tail. Learn more about the kiwi, the national icon of New Zealand and unofficial national emblem. New Zealanders have been called ‘Kiwis’ since the nickname was bestowed by Australian soldiers in the First World War.

What is New Zealands national fruit?

Cultural icons

	Remarks
Kiwifruit	This fruit was branded kiwifruit when growers in New Zealand established successful cultivars suitable for export. It remains a major export for the country.
Koru	The koru, widely used in traditional Māori art, is a stylised depiction of an unfurling silver fern frond.

What does Tane raukura mean?

In 2020, it was given the name Tane Raukura. The Latin Motto – This Motto was selected by A.R. Ryder (Principal from 1927-1931) from a public competition held in Rotorua for this purpose in 1927. It has been translated to represent “To the stars through adversity” or “To the stars through hard work”.