{"product_id":"kokako-rangatira","title":"Kōkako - Rangatira","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChoosing Your Taonga\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eEach of our koikoi is individually numbered, and no two are ever the same. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eWe believe it is not just you who chooses the taonga.. the taonga chooses you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout our Rangatira rākau\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe Rangatira Koikoi is designed for whānau ready to stand firmly in their practice. At 145cm, it represents commitment, confidence, and purpose, supporting those who carry themselves with intention and responsibility.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures\u003cbr\u003eWood type: \u003c\/strong\u003eTawhai\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength: \u003c\/strong\u003e145cm x 25mm diameter\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBinding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark blue semi-waxed cord\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeathers: \u003c\/strong\u003eBlue\/Grey and Black Schlappen Strung Feathers \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Beeswax natural finish\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1113\" data-end=\"1136\"\u003eWhat is the Kōkako?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1136\" data-end=\"1139\"\u003eThe kōkako is a native bird of Aotearoa, known for its rich, echoing call that travels through the ngahere. It moves with intention, often leaping from branch to branch, showing strength through patience and control.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSignificance for Rangatira\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe Rangatira represents \u003cstrong data-end=\"3034\" data-start=\"2999\"\u003emastery of presence and purpose\u003c\/strong\u003e. This taonga reflects leadership that is calm, assured, and grounded in identity. Like the kōkako, it reminds us that true strength lies in how we carry ourselves and the lasting impact we leave behind.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a koikoi?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eTraditionally, the koikoi was a long spear sharpened on both ends, used with a two-handed grip to strike and parry.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAt Tekotiri, each taonga carries its own mauri, reminding us that every journey is unique. More than rākau, they are \u003cstrong\u003epathways of connection\u003c\/strong\u003e, guiding whānau back to their whakapapa and forward into their own journey. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContinue the journey\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eExplore our guided mau rākau tutorials with Caleb and Jackie Kutia on YouTube, and walk further with us in this kaupapa.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNgā mihi nui,\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCaleb \u0026amp; Jackie Kutia\u003cbr\u003eFounders of Tekotiri Limited\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tekotiri","offers":[{"title":"Rangatira 01","offer_id":45820517744826,"sku":null,"price":210.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Rangatira 02","offer_id":45820517777594,"sku":null,"price":210.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Rangatira 03","offer_id":45820517810362,"sku":null,"price":210.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Rangatira 04","offer_id":45820517843130,"sku":null,"price":210.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Rangatira 05","offer_id":45820517875898,"sku":null,"price":210.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Rangatira 06","offer_id":45820517908666,"sku":null,"price":210.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Rangatira 07","offer_id":45820517941434,"sku":null,"price":210.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Rangatira 08","offer_id":45820517974202,"sku":null,"price":210.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0559\/0269\/9706\/files\/IMG_2811_adaf85df-5b7d-42ae-99fc-0d585d1217c0.jpg?v=1779963678","url":"https:\/\/tekotiri.co.nz\/products\/kokako-rangatira","provider":"Tekotiri","version":"1.0","type":"link"}