Ōtautahi

Inspiration: Kaitaki by Fin Dac

Ōtautahi
I am the guard 
Keeper of the land
protector of my children
Teacher of my students

I am the embodiment of knowledge
History runs through my veins
The future of this town depends on me
But the past belongs a secret

I am the Morepork
With strong glittering sight
Eyeing up my city
Waiting

I am the Peacekeeper
Supporter of every race
Gentle and loving
 my song lulls the world to sleep 

I am the spark of rebellion
Furious fire breeds 
within my hands

I am Ōtautahi

The Commuting Book Paint n’ Pen Creative Writing Programme is a collaboration between Christchurch City Libraries, The School For Young Writers, Watch This Space, Evans Taylor Digital and supported by Christchurch City Council’s Enliven Places Projects Fund and Publica