Story: Canoe traditions

Kumanga Point

Kupe’s anchor was originally at Kumanga Point near Tītahi Bay, where he is said to have landed.

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Rāwiri Taonui, Canoe traditions – The meaning of canoe traditions, Te Ara – the Encyclopedia of New Zealand, https://teara.govt.nz/en/photograph/2297/kumanga-point (accessed 4 June 2026).

Story by Rāwiri Taonui, published 4 March 2009.

Comments

David Bewick
20 May 2024

Where was Kupe's anchor stone found? One website says Komunga Point, 4 km south of Titahi Bay Beach, another says Onehunga Bay, at the north end of Whitereia Park.