The carvings Nga Tapuwae Ki Te Ao Marama (Sacred Footsteps into the World of Light) are located in the players tunnel which leads onto the FMG Stadium Waikato.

Players Tunnel Carvings
Players Tunnel Carvings

The carvings Nga Tapuwae Ki Te Ao Marama (Sacred Footsteps into the World of Light) are located in the players tunnel which leads onto the FMG Stadium Waikato.

This carved entrance represents ancient Maori deities which symbolise the main four winds and the essence of man and woman.  The carved figure and patterns denote the journeys and qualities of participants who represent the Waikato province and the nation.

 

The figures on the cross beam are: 

Hurunuku atea

The Northern current representing daring, cunning and determination

Tahumakakanui

The Western current recognising the role of woman in sport as our greatest supporters

Hani

The male presence

Puna

The female presence

Tahumawekenui

The Eastern current representing intelligence of sport and warfare

Paraweranui

The Southern current representing endurance and survival