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About us
Ngā Mānia Onewhero is a vibrant whānau-based kapa haka group that fosters cultural connection and whakapapa discovery through powerful performances and meaningful relationships. Based in Ipswich, with a thriving peka on the Sunshine Coast, NMO provides a welcoming space for members to reconnect with their Māori heritage and build whanaungatanga. Founded by Koka Charley, this dynamic group has grown from a small whānau gathering to a thriving community, inspiring a new generation to embrace their uniqueness as Māori living in Australia. With its infectious energy and commitment to Te Ao Māori, Ngā Mānia Onewhero is a testament to the power of kapa haka to bring people together and celebrate identity.
RangiAroha Incorporated
June 2025
''Ngaa Maania Onewhero. We have have been graced with the pleasure and tautoko from NMO at our Waitangi day Gold Coast 2025. The Professionalism and diverse range in ages of the participants in NMO is an accomplishment on its own. A true essence of what it is to bring an Iwi, a Hapu together of all ages and levels. They perform with grace, honour and pride each time with the guidance, protection and great leadership of Charley Koteka, it is easy to see how NMO has binded together to fulfill their own individual needs for cultural connection. Well done NMO whaanau. A showcase of a region binding together as one. Kotahitanga.
-Alana Gray
Founder and president
Springfield Panthers
Feb 2025
''Invited NMO to help us celebrate our sign on for registration day and they performed an awesome bracket. As the president, I was blown away at how carefully they executed themselves with passion and emotion. NMO were powerful, and inspiring. 10/10 ''
-Brent Forrest
President
Personal review
''NMO is yours... i connect through being maori 1st... its a branch off 'nga toi maori' that holds dear to me like kapa haka, moko, whakairo, te reo, being creative... and then sharing it so others can use it... Taha wairua is more like it for me.... Our mahi toi (wheher it be kapa haka, moko ranei) has that effect of whakawhanaungatanga... and brings everyone together with aroha.... Can give our people a sense of belonging.... And put smiles on faces....
He Tuu Hononga Wairua...
-Major Eketone
Logo creator & designer for NMO