Huaki - May 2024

Sports Facility Papa Hawaiki Continues to Spark Future Opportunities in Kaikohe Community ili Huaki

“To bring to Light”

Friday, May 31, 2024

Situated in the heart of Te Tai Tokerau, Kaikohe is a town familiar with economic challenges yet kept afloat by a resilient community. For many years Kaikohe has had limited job opportunities, and a lack of resources, especially for its youth. However, Papa Hawaiki, a modern sports venue, has emerged as a beacon of hope and progress, bringing tangible positive changes since its recent opening.

Since its launch, Papa Hawaiki has become a focal point for Kaikohe’s community, offering a variety of activities regardless of the weather Delwyn Rameka, known affectionately as Mama Del within the community, noted, “We’ve utilised the facilities for basketball competitions, USA training camps, and youth programmes through Ngāpuhi Iwi Social Services The venue’s top-tier amenities include the finest flooring in New Zealand ”

It serves as a vital catalyst for youth engagement and community development Activities like Above the Rim, Turbo Touch, Netball, and potential future Kapahaka

performances can and do thrive within its walls, benefiting from Papa Hawaiki’s resources Sports is not just about fitness; it’s about fostering leadership, creativity, and strategic thinking among our youth

These activities provide a platform for young people to learn important life skills, develop resilience, and cultivate a sense of belonging within the community

Additionally, Papa Hawaiki has the potential to host future events, reducing the need for residents to travel elsewhere Tiare Otene, former CEO of Te Kotahitanga e Mahi Kaha Trust, secured funding for Papa Hawaiki through the Provincial Growth Fund Recognising the youth’s needs, Otene

mobilised community support “The community was actively involved,” Mama Del emphasised She spoke in reference to the rising numbers of youth in the area going astray and ending up in the Youth Justice system “Tamariki in sports, keeps them out of courts ”

Looking ahead, Mama Del believes the enduring benefits of Papa Hawaiki extend far beyond sports She envisions the potential for employment opportunities, including a youth space, a café, a daycare, and a gymnasium Benefitting economic growth within the community

Major events, such as the upcoming womens masters softball NZ tournament, are expected to attract visitors and revenue to Kaikohe, further invigorating the local economy

“Some of our kids have never had the opportunity to experience a facility like this,” Mama Del reflected “Now, they have a place where their dreams can take flight ” Papa Hawaiki continues to stand as a testament to what a community can accomplish when united by a shared vision of potential and progress

Kumara Bake

Persimmon and Feijoa Sponge

Ingredients

• 2 persimons

• A bowl of feijoas

• 125g butter

• 34 cup sugar

• 34 cup flour

• 2tsp baking powder

• 13 cup of warmed milk

• 2 eggs

Method

Cream butter and sugar, add eggs and milk, flour and baking powder mix well

Scoop out the feijoas then peel and slice the persimmon

Pop into the baking dish (no sugar needed)

Spread into your baking dish and pop into the warmed oven for 10 minutes to lightly cooked

Pour the sponge mix over top of the fruit, spread evenly and bake at 180 degrees for 20-25 minutes

Delicious with whipped cream and vanilla ice cream

PersimmonandFeijoaSpongeisdeliciouswith whippedcreamandvanillaicecream.

Ingredients

• 4 medium kumara

• 500g mozzarella cheese,

• 500g cream

• 2 red onions

• 4 slices of bacon

• Salt and pepper

Method

Steam kumara, dont overcook, cool, slice into rounds and layer into roasting dish, then saute onions and the bacon, layer on top of kumara, spread over grated cheese then pour over cream It’s easy, it’s tasty, it’s yummy, and it only takes 20 minutes to bake

After decades of dedicated service in the public sector, Trevor Rakena Wi-Kaitaia bids farewell to his role at Oranga Tamariki and embraces a new chapter back at Kauhanga Marae in Peria Trevor’s journey from his roots in Kaiaka to his impactful career in government service was celebrated on 16th May 2024 in Kaikohe with his colleagues from across the rohe including; Iwi, Government agencies, and other stakeholders Although leaving government service, the work is not done for Trevor, who will return to serve his marae, hapu and whānau.

Trevor Wi-Kaitaia, 67, was raised in Kaiaka, near Kaitaia, with strong ties to Ngāti Kahu from Te Paatu on his father’s side and

Ngāpuhi from Ngāti Toro on his mothers side As the youngest of seven children, he attended Kaitaia College before embarking on a significant three-day journey, by train and boat, in 1974 to Christchurch for the Department of Māori Affairs Trade Training schemes

His career in public service began with the Department of Māori Affairs, where he served as a Community Officer Over the years, Trevor’s path led him through Te Puni Kōkiri, where he contributed to the establishment of Ngā Hau E Whā (urban marae) in Christchurch and collaborated on important initiatives like the groundbreaking Pūaoteatatu report of 1986

Trevor later focused on Child Protection and Youth Justice services across Te Tai Tokerau, Bay of Plenty, and Waikato His roles in the Oranga Tamariki Office of the Chief Social Worker underscored his commitment to balancing government and iwi responsibilities for mokopuna and whānau ora

A proud trustee and leader in his community, Trevor supported the opening of Kauhanga Marae in Peria and was featured on Marae DIY for Haiti-taimarangai in Whatuwhiwhi Reflecting on his achievements, Trevor cherishes his seven children’s success, attributing it to strong work ethic, education, and Ngāp values instilled in them from a young ag

As Trevor Wi-Kaitaia transitions to his n role back at Kauhanga Marae, his legacy of service and dedication to uplifting communities continues to inspire those around him The community extends its heartfelt gratitude and best wishes as Trevor embarks on this new chapter, carrying forward the values and princip that have defined his remarkable caree

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Reviving the art of tukutuku is a dream come true for Northland marae

New tukutuku panels unveiled at Parawhenua marae, Ōhaewai on Friday 26th April - was all about whanaungatanga in action and a dream of bringing people back to the marae to reconnect to their whakapapa and history.

Over the last 18 months Te Rōpū Tūmatakahuki spearheaded a project to revitalise and continue the fine art of tukutuku, under the guidance of renowned Te Tai Tokerau ringatoi (rāranga), Te Hemoata Henare

Te Rōpū Tūmatakahuki spokeswoman Hinerangi Himiona says: “As all good kaupapa begins, a few cousins got together and developed a plan to recreate tukutuku that we (now) see around us ”

“It came off the back of us wanting to do something creative, and fun, and would feed into strengthening our whānaungatanga With today’s modern world, we’re finding that we were coming together to talk about problems and political issues, Tiriti settlement issues

– which are all important – but there was a real imbalance there, for our whanaungatanga.”

Hinerangi says, decades ago, the tukutuku panels were created for the then Te Ahu Ahu Community hall, but the art of tukutuku has sadly languished

“In 1949, a lot of tukutuku panels, whakairo, and kōwhaiwhai were installed in our local Te Ahuahu Community Hall But the panels, which were about 80 years old, were quite deteriorated We held a special ceremony and they were buried near our pou kara, just before the unveiling of the new tukutuku panels ”

Hinerangi says, after World War Two, there were lots of conversations about how to

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And, one way to do that, was to re-introduce mahi tukutuku, mahi whakairo and mahi kōwhaiwhai back into the local Māori community

Materials used in the new tukutuku panels were carefully sourced and hand-picked by the working group, and are replicas of the original tukutuku that once lined the wharenui at Parawhenua Marae

“It was a big day for our hapū of Te Ahuahu, Te Uri Taniwha, Ngāti Hineira, Ngāti Korohue and Te Whānau Whero We came together

to reveal the new tukutuku works that we have been working on for nearly two years ”

The name, Tūmatakahuki, comes from the binding stitches, at each vertical outside edge of the tukutuku panels - which holds everything else together The middle patterns, which embellish the tukutuku panel, are always supported by the tūmatakahuki stitches, said Ms Himiona

“So we called our kaupapa, and our team, Tūmatakahuki - because we are the ones who are beginning to pull our people back together, and hold us together ”

Te Parawhau ki Tai on behalf of Te Parawhau hapū, NRC sign important resource management agreement

An important agreement covering how Te Parawhau ki Tai and the Northland Regional Council (NRC) will work together on resource management issues within the Te Parawhau hapū rohe (area) is now in place.

Mana Whakahono ā Rohe (MWAR) agreements were introduced into the Resource Management Act (RMA) in 2017 by the Crown as a way of improving working relationships among tangata whenua and councils, and to provide more opportunities for tangata whenua involvement in RMA decision-making processes.

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Te Parawhau ki Tai on behalf of Te Parawhau hapū in April joined an existing Mana Whakahono agreement previously signed with Te Patuharakeke Iwi Trust Board and Te Rūnanga o Ngāti Rēhia.

Northland Regional Council Deputy Chair Tui Shortland says the binding agreement is a significant step in further developing the parties’ working relationship.

“These agreements provide an additional, valuable opportunity for tangata whenua to influence and have their say on resource management issues generally.”

She says the Mana Whakahono ā Rohe agreement will help to develop greater mutual understanding of the parties’ expectations and aspirations across a range of resource management issues, and to foster partnership in realising them.

Te Parawhau ki Tai Chair Pari Walker says the agreement will support ongoing dialogue about the hapū’s priority issues and areas of interest and concern.

The NRC has committed to discussing amendment of the agreement’s wording within 12 months, acknowledging the desire of Te Parawhau ki Tai to arrive at a more nuanced agreement that better responds to the hapū’s specific needs and aspirations.

Councillor Shortland says much of the MWAR agreement formalises processes the council is already undertaking, and sets out how Te Parawhau ki Tai will be involved in planning and resource consent processes, as well as how council will provide support through training, providing in-house expertise, and access to some funding.

Ancestral Homecoming: The Return of Kōiwi Tūpuna to Kaipara

After 150 years, the ancestral remains of the Te Uri o Hau tupuna have been repatriated to Kaipara. These kōiwi tūpuna, once sold and exhibited in overseas museums, have finally returned to their rightful place, evoking deep emotions among their descendants.

This story highlights the resilience of Te Uri o Hau and the challenges of restitution in a post-colonial world. These kōiwi were not mere artifacts but vital parts of a vibrant culture, stolen from their burial sites and severed from their descendants. Years of advocacy led to their return, a process involving meticulous research and a quest for justice.

The repatriation journey was also one of understanding and healing. The Taumata Kaunihera and elders engaged in wānanga (gatherings) to reconnect with cultural practices and ensure the return was respectful and reverent. On March 16, 2024, Ōtamatea Marae became a place of reunion as hundreds of Uri welcomed their ancestors back. The event was filled

with tears, songs, and a profound sense of closure, marking the return of the kōiwi to their people.

This repatriation sparks broader discussions on restitution and cultural heritage. The return of these ancestors symbolizes not just the reclaiming of bones but also of identity, dignity, and belonging. It reinforces the unity and strength of the Te Uri o Hau, honoring their legacy and looking towards a future of healing and reconciliation.

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Hohipere and her whānau are gradually moving back to establish papakāinga and be guardians of their whenua, while continuing farming, albeit from a te ao Māori perspective

“It’s awesome that our mokopuna see the need to keep the water clean Making sure we have healthy awa for our tuna and all of our taonga species is so important,” says Hohipere

Working with the support of Te Kaitiaki o Ngā Uri e Whā Whānau Trust and Kaipara Moana Remediation (KMR), priorities to reduce sediment washing into waterways have been identified, starting with fencing on both sides of the Pātūtahi river Fencing will also protect forest remnants on nearby hills and allow them to regenerate

This initial work will reduce streambank erosion and sediment flows from steep slopes, help stabilise a recent slip and

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The Trust has mobilised whānau to get involved in restoring the ecosystem, focusing on te mana o te wai for drinking water purposes, traditional food species, and creating work for whānau

While the extent of planting across pockets of the 220ha property is yet to be decided, tens of thousands of native trees will eventually surround a productive landscape

Whānau are definitely thinking along the lines of diversifying incomes once the land is appropriately fenced - potentially cultivating food for sale, and developing agroforestry and market gardens

“Our tupuna set this land aside for us, so our generation must use it wisely It is about taking kaitiaki responsibilities seriously ”

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‘Whakakahangia Te Wairua’ Puanga-Matariki 2024 ki Hihiaua

“Whakakahangia Te Wairua” is the theme for the array of activities - wananga, day workshops and exhibitionsto focus on resilience and to celebrate Puanga-Matariki 2024 at the Hihiaua Cultural Centre during June.

The month begins with the opening of the exhibition of artworks honouring community resilience, strength, and vibrancy will celebrate and reflect the enduring spirit and strength needed in today’s changing world The opening will also launch the “Soil of Cultures” open day

In September 2023, Soil of Cultures initiated “Back to the Roots,” a six-month programme in Whangārei to reconnect Asian migrant communities with their cultural heritage through growing and cooking food, stories and art

This collaborative effort involves the Soil of Cultures team, Back to the Roots participants and Maunu Community Garden and the Hihiaua Cultural Centre

Local kaitoi will be offering a glimpse into the process behind their mahi, and a chance to learn more about their techniques during a series of Saturdaay open days. From whakairo (carving) to raranga (weaving), printing and taonga puoro (music), there will be something to feed everyone’s curiousity, as well as interactive elements.

Lee Morunga will be facilitating a gospel singing workshop introducing people of all ages to the techniques and emotional depth required to truly convey the spirit of gospel

Numa MacKenzie will be sharing knowledge about traditional and contemporary printing techniques of the moana, and facilitating a workshop for participants to do their own fabric printing Local musician and teacher Kelly Kahukiwa will be presenting a taonga puoro workshop and Wiremu Sarich will be weaving tales of Māui through whai

His unique storytelling combines the ancient art of string games with captivating narratives about the clever and adventurous Maui

HA- History of Aotearoa will also hold two half day workshops on Sunday June 9 and 16 for the public These interactive programmes introduce participants to our history through the arts

Registration for all events is free and can be made via the link on the Hihiaua Cultural Centre facebook page These events are made possible through sponsorship from the Whangarei District Council and Te Puni Kokiri

This past month has been busy at Hihiaua with the Ngai Tahu Roadshow and “Auahitūroa - A Eulogy to Tobacco” earlier in May This national exhibition, led by Tutukaka artist Shane Hansen raised awareness about Smokefree Aotearoa and encouraged discussions regarding the impact of smoking on our nation Local Smokefree Activator for the National Tobacco Control Advocacy Service Hapai Te Hauora, Ingi Hayward said it was imperative for communities, individuals and the entire nation to disentangle from smoking to pave the way for progress “This endeavour is both challenging and inclusive, a collective acknowledgement of the harm inflicted by tobacco upon whanau, hapu, iwi and hapori The artwork should serve as a catalyst for awareness, reflection and potentially behavioural change ”

This exhibition is touring the county until Matariki By then everyone will welcome a day off to reflect, remember and make plans for the year ahead

Hundreds of whānau from Moerewa and the midNorth gathered for a winter warm-up event aimed to promote health and wellbeing while raising awareness around immunisations for pēpī and tamariki The Mauri Ora event, run by Ngāti Hine Health Trust, was held on Wednesday at Simson Park in Moerewa The live entertainment, free kai and giveaways, including a convertible car-seat for pēpi and vouchers for completing Cross Fit challenges, proved to be a winning formula with numbers exceeding event organisers expectations

Revivingtheartoftukutuku adreamcometruefor ParawhenuaMarae

New tukutuku panels were recently unveiled to line and fill the walls of Parawhenua Marae Over the last 18 months, Te Rōpū Tūmatakahuki spearheaded the project to revitalise and continue the fine art of tukutuku under the guidance of renowned Te Tai Tokerau ringa toi, Te Hemoata Henare The project itself is a continuation of earlier efforts set out by local weavers, ringa toi and storytellers of the late 1940's who wanted to implement toi Māori into Te Ahuahu's town hall Te Rōpū Tūmatakahuki spokeswoman Hinerangi Himiona says the materials used in the new tukutuku panels have been carefully sourced and hand-picked by the working group, and are replicas of the original tukutuku that once lined the wharenui at Parawhenua Marae

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Next month, ākonga from Te Kāpehu Whetū in Whangārei will travel to Italy to participate at the 80th commemoration of the Battle of Monte Cassino The Māori Battalion suffered terribly at Monte Cassino with 128 of its 200 men killed, wounded or captured The students are part of the kura “Leadership Academy of A Company” - in honour of soldiers from Te Tai Tokerau This year, the ākonga took part in ANZAC Day services held at Waimate North, Motatau and Waitangi

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A new podcast by Ngāti Hine FM's 'E Ara, E Mara' breakfast show hosts Marcia Hopa Luke Bird and Phoenix Ruka has launched on iHeart radio The trio have teamed up with NZME (NZ Media & Entertainment) to create the educational reo series, Kōrero, to engage a wider NZ audience in learning te reo The ten-part series (new episodes every Wednesday) features some of the best Te Tai Tokerau talent - including Pere Wihongi, Julian Wilcox, Rawhitiroa Bosch, Kawiti Waetford and Kaiora Tipene from Casketeers

Māori entrepreneur Sharee Wilkinson (Ngai Tupoto) has won the Northland Inc and Whāriki Te Tai Tokerau 'Pick 24' business ideas competition She was one of four wāhine Māori in the top five placements - each taking a $2,000 grant to grow their pakihi Wilkinson, a makeup artist and eyelash specialist, has developed a non-toxic natural product glue, from harakeke, for holding eyelashes in place The awards were held at Forum North in Whāngarei on 1st May

Haere mai, Dobro Dosli, Welcome! With a strong hītori of Māori, Dalmatian and English, Kaitaia's new $11 5M Te Hiku Sports Hub may be the only trilingual-signage facility in Aotearoa when it officially opens next month After ten years of planning and development Project Manager Mark Osborne says the modern gym and pool complex will be used by rugby league football netball and hockey as well as community programmes like 'Swim Tangaroa' –which aims to encourage whānau to develop swimming and water safety skills

Haukāinga of Northern Hokianga have told the Far North District Council they want better, safer roading As a result, the North Hokianga Transportation Network Working Group was formed at a Panguru hui last Sunday, to come up with options to help address roading issues in the region The group includes people from the general community, local hapū and FNDC council staff One of the biggest issues is mokopuna being kept home because some roads are no longer suitable for school buses

Local Moerewa talent, Varron Armstrong (Ngāti Hine, Ngāti Te Ara, Ngāti Kōpaki, Ngāi Tāmanuhiri, Rongomaiwahine) has become one of the newest presenters on Whakaata Māori TV show Pūkana The recent Waikato University graduate is not new to the broadcasting scene hosting a rangatahi show on iwi media station, Ngāti Hine FM Pūkana debuted on TV Four as Tūmeke in 1999 and has won multiple awards for best show in its category Past presenters have included Quinton Hita, Mātai Smith and Te Hamua Nikora

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This story charts the journey of Hineraukatauri – a cocoon/chrysalis who has entered a new realm, the human world, without their voice It’s dark and wet, Ranginui and Papatūānuku have not yet separated or are in the process of having their offspring create space between the two

In visiting each of the offspring, they gift Hineraukaturi a different component or aspect of music, ultimately her voice, represented in the shape of the Pūtōrino Renowned musician, Hirini Melbourne happens across the shape, and his breath, in playing it, gives life to all the gifts as he makes beautiful music through this instrument

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