Te Koha Gallery

Te Koha came to life in 2010, when the Goodalls (Jan, Mike, Nevada and Vinnie) decided to open a carve-your-own-pounamu studio. Mike is a descendent of the Tainui/Ngāti Maniapoto tribe, and together they felt driven to share that rich culture with visitors to the wild West Coast.

Renowned for skilled artisans, the workshop transforms locally sourced pounamu (greenstone/ jade) into jewellery and sculptures.

Visitors can carve their own piece of Pounamu or watch master carvers at work, learning about traditional techniques, Māori heritage, and the stories behind each creation. The experience is both educational and inspirational, offering insight into the skill, patience, and artistry required to craft these treasured pieces.