WHAKAAHUA - He Whakaputanga (United Tribes Flag)

Honor the first official flag of Aotearoa with this powerful whakaahua featuring He Whakaputanga—the flag of the United Tribes of New Zealand, adopted in 1834. This historic flag represents the assertion of Māori sovereignty and the unity of rangatira who came together to declare their independence and mana motuhake.

When embraced by ā tātou mokopuna (our grandchildren and future generations), this flag transforms simple clothing into a powerful statement. It's a way to carry the legacy of our tūpuna with pride, optimism, and a commitment to honoring the sovereignty they fought to protect.

Available sizes:

• Medium: 26cm wide × 18cm high (10" × 7") – classic horizontal format
• Wide: 31cm wide × 18cm high (12" × 7") – extra-wide format for maximum flag visibility

Wear your heritage. Honor the United Tribes. Carry the legacy for ā tātou mokopuna.