Long ago, Kupe and his people lived on an island in the middle of Te Moana-nui-a-kiwa (Pacific Ocean). All were happy with plenty to eat from plentiful fish stocks in the surrounding ocean.
One day, to Kupe’s consternation, there were no fish in his nets. Having to sail his waka further and further to find fish for rumbling bellies, Kupa came across a giant monster oct...