The champions of Te Matatini 2023 have been crowned, with Te Whānau-a-Apanui from Mātaatua taking out the competition for the third time.
It was an emotional festival this year, the first one in four years due to the pandemic, as many performers' hearts were with whanau at home sufferring from the devastating effects of Cyclone Gabrielle.
After a disastrous start to the year for many, Te Matatini provided a precious glimmer of joy.
Te Matatini chairman Herewini (Selwyn) Parata spoke to Corin Dann.
