When an older generation of Ōtara legends come around to inspire a younger generation. That’s what you call tuakana-teina in action. Speaking words of life into young spirits today at Dawson Primary where I’m working with these children to write about inspirational Ōtarians. An architect, a Kiwi league player, a business mentor, an actor, an All Black, a youth and family advocate and a community worker. Just a few of the many successful people to come out of this beautiful community. Bless you for caring so much for these young people Beulah Koale Ruben Wiki Charmaine Ilaiu Talei Akerei Maresala-Thomson Alice Va’a Scott Titi Tulua Pita Alatini. #274 #ThePromisedLand #ŌtaraHeroes