The Tāwhaki sculpture sits on a landing on the flight of stairs to the first floor of Tūranga.

This sculpture, by artist Fayne Robinson and assisted by his nephew Caleb Robinson, is a depiction of Tāwhaki and his journey in search of knowledge. 

The materials used are a combination of steel, tōtara, and the use of light visible through the traditional kōwhaiwhai patterns, capturing the story of Tāwhaki as he ascends to the heavens above.