Helen Matau Powell has written:
'Matau'
Clutha (matau) River.
Te Matau a Mâui
There are several schools of thought on the word Matau, you make the choice: * http://www.bzpower.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=169401&st=160Another: The fish-hook shape of the hei matau finds its origins in Māori legend, which holds that the North Island of New Zealand was once a huge fish that was caught by the great mariner Maui using only a woven line and a bone hook. Legend holds that the shape of Hawke Bay is that of the hei matau, which caught in the fish's side. For the Māori, the hei matau is taonga (a cultural treasure). It represents not only their land, but also prosperity, fertility and safe passage over water. They also denote the importance of fishing to Māori, and their relationship to Tangaroa god of the sea. * http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hei_matau Another: * http://www.freewebs.com/kaueni-matau/snapshotsart.htm
The Clutha (Matau) river in Otago.
The mighty Clutha (matau) River.
The Clutha (Matau) river in Otago.
The Clutha River (Matau) has the largest volume of flow.
Clutha River or Matau River
Oh, what a lovely question! To pronounce "hei matau," you simply say it as "hey mah-tow." Remember, it's all about embracing the beauty of different languages and cultures. Just say it with a gentle smile, and you'll do just fine.
toa matau says ''some are more handsome than others'' *he means himself*
The Clutha River also known as the Matau River is 322 km (200 miles) long.
bless,Antonio matau, Finau Finau, phillip tausaga, taniela fekau,Wymondley road school,Jacob macha, danzel mehau.