Koha of plants are welcome so our māra kai will flourish in this fresh spring weather. If you’re ever in the area, pop up and say hi to Pete our groundsman.

Peter Asher, picking fresh rhubarb while Erena Russell-Harris admires the blossoming pear tree.

Peter Asher, picking fresh rhubarb while Erena Russell-Harris admires the blossoming pear tree.

Peter Asher, Ōtākou member and Groundsman at Ōtākou Marae, tending to the māra kai with Erena Russell-Harris.

Peter Asher, Ōtākou member and Groundsman at Ōtākou Marae, tending to the māra kai with Erena Russell-Harris.