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.
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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.
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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.
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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
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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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Weaving Ngāti Awatanga into Stories
This week, the Toi Exhibition at Te Wānanga o Aotearoa, Whakatāne campus, opened its doors to showcase the incredible mahi of up-and-coming weavers. Among them is Robin Te Aotonga, a proud uri of Ngāti Awa.
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Wai 2500 Inquiry Continues at Te Whare o Toroa Marae
This week, Te Whare o Toroa Marae hosted the latest hearing into the Waitangi Tribunal Military Veterans Kaupapa Inquiry, otherwise known as the Wai 2500 inquiry.
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“He manu hou ahau, he pī ka rere.”
I am a new bird, a fledging that has just learnt to fly.
— Te Mautaranui
Ngāti Awa House
4-10 Louvain Street,
PO Box 76
Whakatāne 3158
0800 464 284
07 307 0760
runanga@ngatiawa.iwi.nz