Ka Whawhai Tonu: Struggle Without End fundraiser

$5,960 of $105,000 goal

Given by 13 generous donors in 11 weeks

The Bay of Plenty’s first-ever full-length feature film, 'Ka Whawhai Tonu: Struggle Without End' has begun filming and needs your support.

Bay Of Plenty

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Ka Whawhai Tonu: Struggle Without End is a film made by Māori, in Te Reo Māori and revisits the Battle of Ōrākau. This film is made by the descendants of those who fought; the women, men and children. It will move, inspire and educate our nation.

While we have secured funding to create this important film, there are still production elements that we are seeking additional support to ensure Hollywood quality throughout the movie, such as affording more actors for the large-scale battle scenes.

Gold Donors

We are seeking to raise $100,000. We welcome any givers who would like to be credited (or remain anonymous) as special donors with sums of $5,000 NZD or more. Although we can’t promise any monetary returns from our film, we can offer you an opportunity to be a part of an important moment in history.

• Your name/organisation to appear at the end of the film in the credits, in appreciation for yourself or organisation.

• Crew, cast and donor photo

• Rotorua-area set visit for 4 people (must be before April 5th)

• Two VIP tickets to the red carpet movie launch in 2024 – will be in Rotorua or Auckland

• An electronic badge identifying you as a significant donor, that can be used on your social media channels

NB: Filming has begun and concludes April 5th.

If you’d like to be a donor, please email b@villagenz.com or or tess@villagenz.com or phone 0275533929

Whare PR's involvement (page creator)

Whare PR is the media, comms and PR representative for this movie.

Use of funds

Additional funding will be spent on production elements to ensure Hollywood quality throughout the movie, such as affording more actors for the large-scale battle scenes.