The project
The Living Pā represents a fundamental shift in the way we live and work, and the way we care for the natural world around us.
About the project![Sketch of completed Living Pā building.](
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He Pā Kaiao
He Pā Kaiao is the Living Pā blog. Learn about site works and the project’s philosophies.
Read the latest post![Graduates at Te Hui Whakapūmau, graduation ceremony at Te Herenga Waka Marae](
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Ngā ringa raupā—Our people
E tū e hine mā, e tama mā - whakaarahia ake ngā pou pou—An ambitious project needs diverse expertise.
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Ambassadors
The Living Pā ambassadors and the Chair and CEO of Te Uru Taumatua talk about their ambitions for the Living Pā.
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Whakauru mai—Get involved
Hei rāhiri mai i te ngahue tāngata—Casting our net. Come along, find out more about the project, and tell us what you think.
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Living Building Challenge
Mā te whenua e kōrero—Starting with an understanding of what the whenua can do.
The Living Pā aims to meet the principles of the internationally recognised Living Building Challenge for sustainable development.
Find out moreTakoha mai—Donate to The Living Pā
Help us to create a beautiful multi-purpose hub to be enjoyed by generations to come.Latest project updates
Whakapā mai
If you have any questions about The Living Pā, or want to add your contribution to the project, get in touch. We'd love to hear from you.