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Nau Mai Haere Mai Ki Te Rūnanga o Ngāti Awa

The role of Te Rūnanga o Ngāti Awa is to support the aspirations of the iwi and its long-term vision.

Te Ara Poutama

The principles that guide us.

Our guiding principles ensure that every step we take is aligned with our values. They are not simply suggestions, but the unwavering framework within which we operate - helping us nurture a future that honours our past and uplifts our people.

Manaakitanga

Caring for each other
The principle of manaakitanga represents our shared obligations to care for one another, with particular emphasis on caring for our youth and our elders.
Kaitiakitanga

Guardianship for future generations
The principle of kaitiakitanga represents our obligations to protect our culture, our environment, our resources and our people today and for future generations, in accordance with our cultural practices.
Ngāti Awatanga

Our language and culture.
The principle of Ngāti Awatanga represents our responsibilities to uphold and protect our language and culture – which derive from our shared ancestry – as the cornerstone of our unique identity.

Latest News

Ngāti Awa - Maranga Ake Ai!

E te Iwi o Ngāti Awa, ngā uri whakatipu o ngā tīpuna kua wehe atu, whakarongo mai rā! The call has come for us to stand united, to protect our Ngāti Awatanga and defend our tino rangatiratanga. The time is now to act on the proposed Treaty Principles Bill. This kaupapa is not just a piece of legislation—it’s about the essence of our whakapapa, our tikanga, and our future.
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Te Rūnanga o Ngāti Awa Hui a Tau

Nau mai, haere mai ki te hui a tau o Te Rūnanga o Ngāti Awa – 𝐍𝐨𝐞𝐦𝐚 𝟑𝟎 at Te Mānuka Tūtahi Marae, Whakatāne.
Pōhiri will commence at 9am followed by morning tea before the annual general meeting begins at 10am.
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Korehāhā Whakahau - Whiringa-ā-Rangi update

Korehāhā Whakahau has recently notched up the number of eradicated possums, current total as of Noema 31, 2024 is 2533.
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Whakatāne Kiwi Continue to Thrive

From just eight North Island brown kiwi discovered in Ōhope Scenic Reserve back in 1999, the Whakatāne Kiwi Project has grown into something amazing. Thanks to the hard work of partners like Te Rūnanga o Ngāti Awa, the Bay of Plenty Regional Council, DOC, and the Whakatāne Kiwi Trust, our kiwi population has soared to more than 300 in the area!
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