Our beautiful son, Te Kākahi o Tū, is still too young to fully comprehend the magnitude of this taonga that has been entrusted to him. The gift itself—a niho kākahi (orca tooth)—is of profound significance, but the fact that it was given by a rangatira of such esteem as Fayne Robinson makes it all the more special. Words cannot express the depth of our love for this taonga, nor the immense gratitude we feel towards you, e te rangatira, Fayne.
One day, Te Kākahi o Tū, named after the orca and his great ancestor Karanama Te Kapukai o Tū of Ngāti Huia, will come to understand the importance of the great chief who gifted this taonga, and the incredible work you have done over many years. For now, we offer our heartfelt gratitude. E mihi kau ana.
Nā mātou,
Te Whānau Gibson
