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Tioreore Ngatai-Melbourne is a New Zealand actress and musician known for her role in the film “The Breaker Upperers” (2018) as Sepa. She is also recognized for her performance in the television series “The Dead Lands” (2020), where she portrayed Waka Nuku Rau.

Ngatai-Melbourne’s career includes roles in both film and television. In addition to “The Breaker Upperers” and “The Dead Lands,” she has contributed to the arts as a singer, participating in cultural performances and recordings.

Ngatai-Melbourne has collaborated with New Zealand comedian and actress Madeleine Sami in “The Breaker Upperers.” In “The Dead Lands,” she worked with actor Te Kohe Tuhaka. Her musical collaborations include working with traditional Māori artists to promote indigenous culture. She has collaborated with directors Taika Waititi and Ainsley Gardiner on various projects. Additionally, she has appeared alongside actress Rena Owen and musician Maisey Rika, contributing to the promotion of Māori language and culture.