HUM9 Tūrangawaewae: Dive into the heart of Aotearoa New Zealand's identity through its captivating stories. This course takes you on an unforgettable journey from ancient Māori legends to contemporary Kiwi tales. Connect with the early beginnings of Aotearoa New Zealand and explore how our landscape shapes who we are. Get ready to see Aotearoa through fresh eyes and discover the power of storytelling in shaping our nation! In the second part of the course, you will explore the world of tourism and "visit" breathtaking destinations from your classroom. 

As a Humanities course, students will be developing their reading, writing, viewing and speaking skills in the English curriculum as well as critical thinking and research skills through historical, geographical, and current events topics in the Social Sciences curriculum. 

It is the core course for Humanities 9 students, and will also explore our local Ōtaki community.  We have a lot to be proud of here - find out why we are known as: