Our Stories. Our Arts. Our Place.

We're transforming how Whakatū looks, feels, and tells its story — weaving creativity, culture, and community across Te Tauihu.

How It Works

A creative ecosystem for Te Tauihu

Kopu connects artists, suppliers, iwi, and community to bring creative visions to life across the region.

Browse our directory of artists, suppliers, and practitioners across Te Tauihu.

See who is available for your project with real-time availability calendars.

Browse open calls for artists and submit expressions of interest directly.

Follow iwi-led activations through every phase, from kōrero to whakatū.

Whether you are an artist, supplier, or community member — there is a place for you in the Kopu ecosystem.

See iwi-led activations and creative projects shaping our region.

Browse open calls for artists and creative practitioners.

Learn about the eight iwi of Te Tauihu who guide our kaupapa.