In May Te Puni Kōkiri supported the Tairāwhiti regional Ngā Manu Kōrero and Kapa Haka competitions hosted by Te Kura ā Rohe o Rerekohu in Te Araroa. The two days of competitions showcased the very best of Tairāwhiti secondary school public speaking and performing arts talents.

Lytton High School was placed first in the Kapa Haka section with Turanga Wahine Turanga Tane and Ngā Taiohi a Hauiti second and third respectively.