Discover the legend of Ngake and Whātaitai, two powerful taniwha who once lived in a great lake where Wellington Harbour now lies. Ngake, full of energy and curiosity, smashed through the cliffs to reach the open ocean, while Whātaitai tried to follow but became stranded between land and sea. Over time, Whātaitai’s body turned to stone and became part of the landscape, and Ngake is said to still roam the restless waters of Cook Strait. This pūrākau explains how Wellington’s harbour, rivers, and surrounding landmarks were formed, and invites tamariki to explore the deep connection between people, land, and sea.
This puzzle is brought to life through a single-sided image tray puzzle in A4 size (310 mm × 220 mm). Available in 4-piece, 9-piece, and 12-piece and 18-piece options, it supports early learning, problem-solving, and fine motor development while connecting tamariki to Māori storytelling in a meaningful, hands-on way.
NOTE: The first image shows an example of what the puzzle pieces may look like, while the second image shows an example of how the image tray will appear. Unless specified
