The Hidden Gems of Taurahere Tangata

The Hidden Gems of Taurahere Tangata

Hidden within this complex mural by American street artist Brian Gonnella, Taurahere Tangata, are many stories, references, and important Tīpuna of the Kopeopeo area.

The name of the mural, 'Taurahere Tangata' was gifted by a local taitamāhine (young woman), and means 'the binding of all people'; something that the mural's creation journey has exemplified.

  • Taurahere Tangata
  • Artist Brian Gonnella
  • Kopeopeo Whakatane
  • Aerial view of Taurahere Tangata

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Behind 102 King Street
Behind the Salvation Army store
Kopeopeo
Whakatāne
New Zealand

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