The Memorial Post of Maui the Topknot of Tāranga is a historic site at 138 Halsey Street in the Auckland CBD, with a 4.0 Google rating. Its name refers to a memorial post, or pou, connected to the story of Maui and Tāranga, the Māori name for the Tauranga area.
Sites like this tell a story through their setting, so the most useful thing you can do is slow down and read any signs, then look up the background afterwards if you want to know more. A pou can carry whakapapa, history and meaning for iwi and hapū, so treat it respectfully, do not climb on it or touch carved surfaces unless invited and follow any guidance on site. In a busy city centre, regulars visit at quieter times such as early mornings or weekends to take it in properly, and often combine the stop with nearby waterfront and city sights.
Halsey Street is close to the waterfront in central Auckland, so this site is an easy stop for visitors exploring the city on foot.