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Book now for audio-described tour of Tamaki Herenga Waka Festival

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Bookings close on Sunday for an audio-described tour for blind and low vision visitors to the Tamaki Herenga Waka Festival on Auckland Anniversary Weekend.

The tour is on Sunday 28 January from 10am - 12 noon, with the option to stay for the daily waka parade that has its own commentary.
It will be led by Nicola Owen, a trained audio describer who will provide visitors with a description of the visual elements of the festival using a tour guide microphone and receiver system. Participants are welcome to bring friends or family as guides.

Advance bookings, by 14 January, are essential as spaces are strictly limited. To book or for more information contact Nicola Owen from Audio Described Aotearoa, audiodescribedaotearoa@gmail.com, 021-035-8513.

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