article_snippet: The biennial event, which celebrates traditional Maori performing arts, is currently taking place at Hagley Park in Christchurch, New Zealand.
article_snippet: This year, 45 teams from New Zealand and Australia are showcasing 45 teams from New Zealand and Australia talents and competing for the title of national kapa haka champion.
article_snippet: This year, the four-day competition is being held in Hagley Park in Christchurch, New Zealand, and will see 45 teams compete for top prize .
article_snippet: the four-day competition is broken down into three pools: Te Ihu, Te Haumi and Te Kei.
article_snippet: Beginning on March 5, the competition pools began the competition pools initial rounds of performances.
highlights_snippet: Celebrating traditional Maori performing arts, 45 teams will compete to be named national kapa haka champion .
  