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FROM REO ZERO TO kōrero heroes

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Since its launch in 2021, board game Kaupapa has won a stack of awards and been recognised for excellence in game development, player experience and accessibility, as well as for its design and sustainable packaging.

The team behind its development – co-founders Rosie Remmerswaal and Kuruho Wereta of Kura Rēhia and designer Aroha Tamihana of Maimoa Creative – are stoked that their mahi has paid off and the kēmu (game) is being enjoyed by players of all ages and language levels.

HOW DID THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE KAUPAPA GAME COME ABOUT?

✶ Five years ago at our flat in Maraetai, we had a board game night by

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