We based the Civil Aviation Authority's new values around Huia feathers.
Kei hea te Huia – te manu tapu i arohatia e Tane?
Literally, this means ‘Where is the Huia – the sacred bird revered by Tane, the god of the forest?’ The Huia and its feathers were highly prized. The feathers were recognised as a symbol of leadership and worn by female and male chiefs.
