What you will Learn

Native Medicine Workshop

Learn to Make Your Own Rongoā Rakau – Native Plant Medicine Workshop With Denise.

Join me for a hands-on workshop where traditional Māori plant knowledge meets modern herbal science. You’ll learn how to identify, harvest, and use some of Aotearoa’s most treasured native herbs, including kawakawa, mānuka, and kānuka, and create your own healing remedies to take home.

Perfect for beginners or plant lovers wanting to deepen their understanding of Rongoā rākau and natural medicine.

What You’ll Learn & Create - How to identify and use native medicinal plants
The healing properties of kawakawa, mānuka, and kānuka
How to make your own:
Kawakawa balm 10gm
Mānuka Balm 10gm
You’ll leave with two handmade balms, printed notes, and the confidence to continue your Rongoā rakau journey at home.

What’s Included - Herbal infusions of native plants to enjoy during the session
All materials, tools, and printed notes
Your handmade balms
Safety briefing
Optional: Delicious platters and drinks available on request

Workshop Details Duration: 3 hours -Times: 9am- Midday, unless otherwise specified.

Costs:Regular price: $95.
Class size: For groups of 10–20; larger groups available on request.

Location: Mount Maunganui, Community hall.
Mobile option: We can travel to you for groups of 10 or more

For Group Discounts & Private Bookings.

Have a group of 10+? We can bring the workshop to you, anywhere in Aotearoa. Perfect for schools, community groups, or private events. We also offer a range of product options and can manufacture something unique if you’re looking for something different. Contact us to book or learn more. eastnz@yahoo.com.

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Testimonials

  • It was so lovely to attend the Rongoā Rākau workshop with my daughter. In one morning, we learned more about kawakawa, mānuka, and kānuka—and how to turn them into amazing balms—than we had over years of experimenting at home. The kawakawa balm we made has been a miracle cure for various skin spots we've applied it to.

    – Jeannie & Vita 🌿🌳

  • A truly enriching experience. Learning about the healing properties of kawakawa, mānuka, and kānuka while making my own balms gave me confidence to continue my Rongoā rākau journey at home.

    Denise created a warm, welcoming space, and the knowledge shared was both practical and inspiring. I highly recommend this workshop to anyone interested in natural medicine and a healthier lifestyle.

    Nga Mihi - Darienne 🌿

  • Our time with Denise was nothing short of extraordinary. As a trained medical herbalist, she brings a depth of knowledge that is both inspiring and deeply grounded in traditional Rongoā Māori practice. Her workshop was hands‑on, immersive, and filled with wisdom that felt both ancient and immediately relevant to our modern, busy lives.

    We learned how to identify and respectfully harvest specific medicinal plants, understanding not just what they are, but why they matter and how their healing qualities support the body. Denise guided us through making kawakawa‑infused oil, and we sampled kawakawa tea before creating our own mānuka and kawakawa balms. Each step was practical, meaningful, and infused with her passion for natural healing.

    What stood out most was Denise herself—patient, generous, and endlessly knowledgeable. We peppered her with questions about natural medicines and wellbeing, and she welcomed every one of them with warmth and clarity. We could easily have spent the entire day learning from her.

    This workshop was a beautiful reminder of how ancient knowledge can support us today. We left feeling empowered, connected, and deeply grateful for the experience. I would recommend Buba’s workshop to anyone seeking authentic, practical, and heartfelt learning in Rongoā Māori

    Jen - Ngamanawa Incorporation team day.

  • I took part in Denise's Native Medicine Workshop back in 2020, and it was both informative and fascinating. Denise is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to Aotearoa's native flora and fauna, and she inspired a genuine desire to learn more. I would most definitely take part in another of her workshops.

    – Penny du Chateu 🌿🌸