For rangatahi, by rangatahi, with rangatahi…
Weaving the kōrero of our community….
Mana Motuhake Through Publishing
Accessibility First
Literature for everyone. Whatever your background, culture, or experience — our micro-publishing press aims to make sure your voice reaches the page and the hearts it belongs to.
Ōpōtiki Horizons Press
Support for Local Talent:
Rangatahi, your writing matters. Share your kōrero—poetry, stories, reflections—and find your words published within our community.
What’s here…
For the writers… and the teachers of the writers…
Latest updates…
Korero from our co-founders…
Non-Fiction
“Life can be harsh sometimes….”
Reviews
I really loved your thoughts on this!
“A nation
divided…”
Poem
Reviews
Wow! Thank you so much. That’s what I’ve been feeling too.
“In Aotearoa’s land
so bright…”
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This hit hard! In my heart and whatumanawa! I can connect with this whakaaro so much. Ka poho kereru ki a koe!
Keen to review our writing? Email us at review@teariroa.co.nz
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Dream it.
Our journalling workshops offer rangatahi a pause to reflect, reset, and realign with their dreams. Using playful prompts, youth explore challenges, celebrate wins, and map their future.
Our mahi helps them:
Clarify thoughts and feelings
Break mental blocks
Set meaningful goals
Build self-reflection habits
We empower rangatahi to own their journey, creating a future full of hope and possibility.
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Write it.
We ignite imagination, celebrate their vibrant energy, and blend cultural stories with personal expression. Offering a safe space, we explore poetry, prose, scripts, and digital tales, boosting confidence and growth. These workshops empower rangatahi to see new perspectives, connect with whakapapa and history, and share boldly, fostering a creative, inclusive community.
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Publish it.
We spark rangatahi to become real writers, turning ideas into published stories. We empower confidence and connection through workshops, mentorship, and creative tools. More than writing, we help youth make their mark — launching their mahi into the world to inspire and change communities.
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Release it.
Explore your journey’s raw truths in a safe, honest space. Share stories of trauma and release māmae with compassionate guidance. Connect with rangatahi who understand, turning pain into resilience. Together, we break silence, foster growth, and build collective strength. Embrace your story, lighten your load, and move forward with renewed mana and courage.
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Remember it.
Whanaungatanga runs deep in Ōpōtiki, where every whānau carries stories that connect us to our tūpuna and land. The Ōpōtiki Historians - Rangatahi Edition is all about passing these rich whānau histories to our rangatahi, igniting their pride and curiosity.
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Podcasting
Our podcast studio is our go-to spot where energy and creativity just explode. It’s not a boring space—it’s alive, buzzing with all the gear we need to catch every real, raw voice. When we step in, our stories matter, and we’’re part of something bigger. For us rangatahi, it’s a place where our ideas flow without limits, where we grow, connect, and lift each other’s voices. It’s more than recording—it’s where our kaupapa shines, and our creativity takes flight.
Meet the Team
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Alex Le Long
FINANCE MANAGER
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Junior and Senior Hire
