Online timer for 30 minutes
With 30 minutes running, you can leave your phone on a safe bench and move around the marae, clearing the meeting space, setting out seating, and checking that shared areas are ready. The fixed window keeps preparation contained while you carry chairs or sort supplies elsewhere. It also gives everyone a clear point for regrouping before the community arrives.
As you work between the wharenui and surrounding spaces, a device in silent mode may not announce that the countdown has ended. Keeping it somewhere visible, with vibration enabled if suitable, makes the signal easier to notice without interrupting conversation or preparation. A nearby helper can also watch for the screen alert while you finish a task out of sight.
When the meeting space needs another preparation round, restart the countdown only after checking what remains. Use the second window for a distinct group of jobs, such as tidying entrances, checking seating, or gathering overlooked supplies, so completed work is not repeated. If the first round finishes early, use the remaining time for a calm walk-through rather than beginning the same countdown automatically.
Common questions
What could make this preparation window too short for a marae gathering?
Wet weather may bring more cleaning near entrances, while a larger gathering can mean extra seating and shared-space preparation. If several areas still need attention, divide the remaining jobs among helpers before running the interval again.
What if the marae is ready before the countdown finishes?
Stop the countdown and check the route people will use through the meeting space. Any spare time can cover small overlooked tasks without creating another full round of preparation.
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