A carved post from a New Zealand marae, lost in a 2023 cyclone, was found 100km away after 650 days.

A carved post from Tangoio Marae in New Zealand, lost during Cyclone Gabrielle in 2023, was found washed ashore nearly 100km away after 650 days. Carving expert Bevan Taylor is unsure of its condition but is pleased it was found. The pou's return will contribute to the marae's ongoing restoration, which aims to recreate lost carvings and decorations and could take another two years to complete.

November 25, 2024
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