Te Pānui Rūnaka - January/February 2020

TE PANUI RUNAKA A MONTHLY NEWSLETTER OF KA–I TAHU NEWS, VIEWS AND EVENTS – URA RU – NANGA | TE RU – NANGA O NGA–TI WAEWAE | TE RU – NANGA O MAKAAWHIO | TE NGA–I TU – A–HURIRI RU – NANGA KAIKO – – – – – TE HAPU O NGATI WHEKE | TE TAUMUTU RUNANGA | TE RUNANGA O KOUKOURARATA | WAIREWA RUNANGA – NUKU RU – NANGA | TE RU – NANGA O AROWHENUA | TE RU – NANGA O WAIHAO | TE RU – NANGA O MOERAKI | KA–TI HUIRAPA RU – NAKA KI PUKETERAKI O – – – – – – – – – NANGA TE RUNANGA O OTAKOU | HOKONUI RUNANGA | WAIHOPAI RUNAKA | ORAKA APARIMA RUNAKA | AWARUA RU

KAHURU | FEBRUARY 2020

I tukuna mai tenei whakaahua e Amber Moke nō ???

TĒNEI MARAMA • Arahura Pā Picnic enters a new decade - p 4

• Hīkoi of Hope to Puketeraki Marae - p 17

• Ngāti Wheke experience on waka hourua - p9

• Emotional return home - p27

• Design work recognised with awards - p 13

• Kura Reo Kāi Tahu highlights p 31

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Ko te rika toi i whakamanahia ai Our cover photo was taken as part of the recent Tuia 250 commemorations in Whakaraupō. It depicts the Ngāi Tahu waka Kōtukumairanga leading the Tuia 250 rōpū from Te Ika a Māui and Tahiti into Rāpaki. The waka is crewed by Rāpaki whānau with Eruera Tarena as kaihautū and Brian Parker as kaiārahi. Photo credit to Amber Moke.

You can find more photos from the Tuia 250 commemorations on page XX. If you would like your work to be featured on the cover of Te Pānui Rūnaka, please submit it by email to tpr@ngaitahu.iwi.nz.

Te Rūnanga o Ngāti Waewae Rā Whānau

February Ursula Tainui, Allan Tainui, Aleigha Ngaamo, Tihou Messenger-Weepu, Ruihui Tumahai, Justice Tainui, Toa Makapelu, Naomi Jones, Derek Tainui, Tuari Tainui, Mitchell Currie, Nellie Jane Robinson, Toko Lang, Sophie Tenbethy, Mia Robinson, Aroha Meihana, Ema Weepu, Ihaka Weepu, Shardey Harris.

January Katrina Lang, Adrian Tainui, Troy Tauwhare, Rikihana Hutana, Ashlee Wickett, Josh Tamainu, Aaron Tauwhare, Summer Lilley, Rauhine Coakley.

Congratulations Dr Matthew Sollis

Last September Dr Matthew Sollis was awarded the Westland Civic Award. This prestigious award acknowledges the significant input the volunteer sector contributes to the wellbeing of the community. The presentation of the Civic Awards is facilitated by the Hokitika Lions on behalf of the Westland District Council. This award is given to groups, organisations and individuals who have carried out significant and meritorious community service for the benefit of Westland District over a minimum of a decade.

Whānau and community members gathered at the local RSA for shared kai and a surprise award ceremony for Matthew. After speeches an award was brought out and Dr Sollis was called to the floor to accept. Filled with surprise, our humble, sweet natured pā boy filled the room with his meke kōrero and thanks to all, followed by waiata tautoko from our Ngāti Waewae kapa haka whānau.

Dr. Matthew Sollis receiving Civic Award alongside Westland Mayor Bruce Smith and Pōua Bill Henderson.

Ngāti Waewae kapa haka whānau.

Paparoa Track

The Paparoa Track is the first new Great Walk in Aotearoa in 25 years, and the first Great Walk designed to accommodate mountain bikers as well as walkers. The network of tracks allows for day walkers as well as those wishing to complete the full 65km traverse.

In November Ngāti Waewae gathered with Pike River whānau, Tai Poutini Te Papa Atawhai, government and community members for the official opening of the Paparoa Track in Blackball.

Paparoa Track: Te Rūnanga o Ngāti Waewae Chair Francois Tumahai unveiling the new Paparoa Track sign with Pike River whānau and Government members.

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Congratulations

Ngāi Tahu Kaiwhakahaere Lisa Tumahai A special mihi to our Ngāti Waewae Representative and Ngāi Tahu Kaiwhakahaere Lisa Tumahai on her appointment as Deputy Chair of the Climate Change Commission. Thank you for all the hard work you continue to do for our people, our hapū, our iwi and our hapori. It is great to see Māori representation on a kaupapa that is very meaningful and specific to Māori – our whenua.

Arahura Pā Picnic

A new year, a new decade. In January our whānau came together to celebrate our annual Arahura Pā Picnic here on our marae. This is a traditional event that Arahura whānau have organised for many generations and was held in front of the whare of Hamiria Hutana (originally the whare of Louis Tauwhare Tainui). It was an awesome day, with happy vibes and good fun.

To mark the new year, new decade and a new tradition we planted a rākau – this is a tradition we will continue each year. This planting symbolises our tuākana – our trees, our tūpuna, new beginnings, a new year and positive vibes for the year ahead.

From left to right; Arahura whānau. Mokopuna of Arahura planting rākau. Tihou Weepu planting rākau.

From left to right; Lilly Treadgold, Flynn Sargeant, Paris Hutana and Tessa Treadgold for the Under 12 sack races. The big kids have a go at the sack race. Taua Horiana Tootell, Taua Matariki Tumahai and Taua Marilyn Johansson enjoying looking at the old photos.

Taua Papakura Tainui and Taua Marilyn Johansson reminiscing of the good old days. 2020 Arahura Pa Picnic.

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Rūnanga Business

For enquires about booking the marae, please contact Te Tari o Ngāti Waewae and kōrero with our marae manager, Miriama Johnsen. Email: Events@ngatiwaewae.org.nz or phone (03) 755 6451. For all other rūnanga business including articles for Te Pānui Rūnaka, please contact Hamiria Hutana, our rūnanga manager and deputy chair.

Email: Hamiria.Hutana@ngaitahu.iwi.nz or call (03) 755 6451.

Dates for rūnanga hui 2020

9 February, 5 April, 14 June, 9 August, 25 October, 13 December.

Te Rūnanga o Makaawhio Kāi Tahu whānui, tēnā koutou katoa!

Nei anō te miroha o Kāti Māhaki ki a koutou katoa. Nei rā hoki te mihi aroha, te mihi poroporoaki ki kā mate huhua kua hika mai, kua hika atu. Ki a rātou katoa kua hika, haere, haere, haere atu rā. Moe mai koutou i te rakimārie. Rātou ki ā rātou, tātou anō ki a tātou. Tēnā anō tātou katoa!

We hope everyone had a wonderful and joyous Christmas and New Year. Now that the holiday season is well and truly over, it’s time to get back into the swing of mahi. Hui have been scheduled for the year and already it’s starting to look busy. Here is what we have been up to over the last couple of months.

Makaawhio Xmas Pool Party

Sunday, 8 December 2019 Whānau enjoyed a nice cool dip at the Hokitika Pools at our annual Whānau Xmas Pool Party, although you could have stood outside and got just as wet in the rain!

Kaumātua watched as the tamariki splashed around swimming and having a great time. We had fish’n’chips for lunch along with our whānau favourite, fruit kebabs!

Poor Hana Kōkō could not make it due to the heaving rain so he employed a helper, Melvyn Wilson who handed out the presents to tamariki ahead of one last dip before we all cleaned up and headed home.

Thanks for a fabulous day whānau!

Whānau playing in the pool

Makaawhio Office Break up – Dec 2019

Every year the Te Rūnaka o Makaawhio puts on a BBQ for all the volunteers who have helped make the year a great success - last year was no different.

Salads were prepared, drinks cooled in ice, meat marinated, music playing in the background and the board room decorated and ready for when whānau arrived to enjoy each other’s company. With such a busy year, everyone was looking forward to the holiday break and some down time to relax and recharge.

Te Rūnaka o Makaawhio would like to sincerely thank whānau for all their help over the past year. Without your help, our hapū would not be who we are today.

Let’s have another fantastic year in 2020.

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Kūmara Races – Jan 2020

Rachael had made up a racetrack with the plastic animals saved from two years ago as our racehorses.

Bets were only allowed to be $1 per race and you moved around the track via the roll of a dice.

Little did whānau know, Rachael had added some fun adventures along the track like “A rabbit ran across the track, go back 1 space”, “wave to the grandstand”, “your horse is thirsty” etc.

Unfortunately, bad weather and wild pigs ripping up the track meant we had to move the Kūmara Races.

A decision was made to hold the races at our office kaiārahi, Rachael’s new whare. As you walked through the front door there were boxes of fascinators of every colour. If you weren’t wearing one, you had to choose one to wear before being allowed to enter the racetrack.

These were all kindly donated for use by Marie MahuikaForsyth.

The afternoon was filled with love and laughter as we played our version of indoor races. All in all, whānau had another great day out, eating, drinking and having some New Year fun!

(l-r) Marie Russell, Rachael Forsyth, Marie Mahuika-Forsyth, Barbara Greer, Linda Fernandez, Amber Forsyth in front and Amber’s daughter Amara Winiata who won a race, and Tracey Weaver.

Secondary Schools Grant 2020

Criteria: Open to students in years 9-13 who whakapapa to Te Rūnanga o Makaawhio. Applicants must provide verified bank details, proof of attendance to a secondary school and be registered/are registering with the rūnaka.

The Komiti Mātauraka wishes to announce that the Secondary Schools Grant is now open. These grants assist with school-related expenses such as school and examination fees, field trips, uniform, stationery and other equipment that our rakatahi require for their education.

Applications close Friday, 21 February 2020 These grants are kindly financed by Kāti Māhaki ki Makaawhio Ltd and administrated by Komiti Mātauraka, Te Rūnanga o Makaawhio.

Forms are available on our website: www.makaawhio.maori.nz, or you can request them by post by calling the office on (03) 755 7885.

MARAMATAKA

MARK YOUR CALENDARS! IF YOU NEED MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE.

• Rūnanganui Hui – Saturday, 14 March 2020 Whakamahi, 56 Brittan Street, Hokitika.

Our hui are open for members to attend should they wish to. Please contact the office if you have any questions.

ANZAC DAY SERVICE 2020 Te Tauraka Waka a Māui Marae, Mahitahi, 25 April, 10:30am.

Bring a plate for a shared meal and come prepared to share memories and stories about family/whānau members who fought in the wars. Let’s remember, acknowledge and celebrate their sacrifice and the contribution made by our brave service men and women. Nau mai, haere mai, tauti mai!

Te Rūnaka o Makaawhio invites everyone wanting to participate, to come and join us at our marae, where we will once again be hosting our annual commemorative ANZAC Day Service.

Rūnanganui Hui – Sunday, 26 April 2020 Te Tauraka Waka a Māui Marae, Mahitahi.

Our hui are open for members to attend should they wish to. Please contact the office if you have any questions.

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Keeping in touch and up-to-date

Let us know what you think and make sure to send us any news and titbits you have to share. This will be a fortnightly pānui, so there will be plenty of room for contributions.

Rūnaka Website www.makaawhio.maori.nz Check out our website. Registered members can access a members’ only section which allows them to access more information than anyone else visiting the site. All passwords have been emailed and posted out to whānau but if you have not received one yet please contact the office.

Membership database We are still working on finding the members we have incorrect addresses for. Members can help by contacting the office to check if we have your correct address, phone numbers and email contact details for you, your tamariki and/or your mokopuna if they are registered.

Phone (03) 755 7885 or email: heather.morris-pryer@ngaitahu.iwi.nz.

E-pānui Rūnaka Our e-pānui is a regular fortnightly newsletter sent out to let members know what we have been up to and what is coming up. These are sent by e-mail and can also be accessed via a link in the members section of our website. If you have not received a copy, please contact the office and let us know your e-mail address so that we can add you to our whānau email group.

He mihi manahau, he mihi matakuikui, he mihi mō te tau hou ki a koutou katoa. Mā te Atua koutou e manaaki, e tiaki hoki. Mauri ora!

Te Ngāi Tūāhuriri Rūnanga Congratulations to our rangatahi Nā David Brennan

Maui has recently been accepted at Bocconi University in Milan, where he intends to complete a Master of Science, a two-year graduate programme specialising in Economics and Social Sciences. His focus will be on the fundamental techniques required for economic research such as advanced mathematics, statistics and econometrics.

Matteo Brennan Congratulations also to Matteo Brennan for achieving his Level 3 NCEA credits with a Merit endorsement, and for being accepted into the engineering programme at both University of Auckland and University of Canterbury. He has also been offered a Māori Academic Scholarship for University of Auckland, and the Emerging Leaders Scholarship and Engineering Māori Scholarship for University of Canterbury. Matteo also hopes to continue his studies in music and te reo Māori – time permitting!

Maui and Matteo Brennan celebrating at the St Bede’s College prizegiving.

Matteo was Deputy Head Boy at St Bede’s College in 2019 and led the school kapa haka team throughout his senior years. His other achievements for 2019 include: Excellence endorsements in music and theology, merit endorsements in classical studies and calculus, the Top Speaker award at the Canterbury Schools Debating Council tournament, top instrumentalist award, the Clifford Cup for Oratory and Debating and the Carl Sweeney Cup for the Best and Most Generous Use of Personal Talent.

Maui Brennan Congratulations to Maui Brennan on completing his Bachelor of Commerce degree in 2019, majoring in Economics and Finance and minoring in te reo Māori at University of Canterbury.

Maui specialises in economic and public policy research and is currently interning at Motu Public Policy in Wellington. He is currently researching the significant difference between the perspectives held by indigenous and non-indigenous groups in regard to economic growth and environmental sustainability.

Our deepest gratitude to the Ngāi Tahu Research Centre and the Matakahi Cadetship. These programmes have supported our rangatahi to achieve their dreams and aspirations. Our special thanks and aroha must also go out to our whānau, for the endless support over the years. It is as whānau that we can achieve great things for one another.

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Te Hapū o Ngāti Wheke Tuia 250 ki Whakaraupō

Ngāti Wheke were supported by our whānau from Koukourarata, Wairewa, Tuahiwi and the Whakaraupō community.

Tuia 250 was proposed as a commemoration marking 250 years since the first encounters between Māori and Pākehā in Aotearoa in 1769. It grew to become an opportunity to shine a light on the complete history of our country through an inclusive indigenous lens and to create safe spaces for open and honest conversations about the realities of our past, our practices in the present and the future we want to provide for our children.

Unfortunately, due to the 40-foot swells of Tangaroa, the journey from Wellington to Koukourarata and Rāpaki was deemed unsafe. However, the mauri of the waka hourua was carried within the crew of Tuia 250, who journeyed on the whenua to ensure the vision of the kaupapa was upheld: Tuia te muka tangata ki uta – weaving people together for a shared future.

The journeys of our ancestors were retraced by the waka hourua Haunui, Ngāhiraka Mai Tawhiti, the Tahitian va’a tipaerua Fa’afaite and on some legs the replica Endeavour from Australia.

The educational arm of Tuia 250 brought together workshops created by the Ministry of Culture and Heritage, Ministry of Education and Te Toki Voyaging Trust to Te Ana Marina in Ōhinehou (Lyttelton) and were enhanced by the presence of waiata, kōrero from Tā Tipene O’Regan and various whānau, panel discussions and market stalls facilitated by Te Hapū o Ngāti Wheke.

In December of last year, the whānau of Ngāti Wheke hosted the people of Tuia Encounters 250, including Jenny Shipley and Hoturoa Barclay Kerr (co-chairs of the Tuia – Encounters 250 National Coordinating Committee), Kelvin Davis (Minister for Māori Crown Relations), various dignitaries and representatives of supporting organisations, community groups and the crews of the waka hourua Haunui, Ngāhiraka Mai Tawhiti and Fa’afaite.

It was a time of sharing kōrero, whakaaro, waiata and experiences to learn from each other through the illumination of the genius, bravery and enduring resilience of our tīpuna by bringing our past into our present to shape our future.

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Ngāti Wheke experience on waka hourua

re-established our connection to Ngāti Kahungungu within the Takitimu waka.

On departing Rāpaki to continue the Tuia 250 voyage to its final destination in Mahia, several Ngāti Wheke whānau were extended the privilege of experiencing waka life first hand.

The whanaungatanga you experience on the waka is unique. The crew are your whānau and you survive by working together. Being on the moana and immersed in te taiao – with no external pulls via email, appointments and the like – meant we were given the luxury of being completely immersed and present with each other and within ourselves. The environment and wairua of that time brings a sense of clarity and perspective and the ability to mark a course within yourself and the confidence to pursue it.

Catherine Stuart, David Thorpe and our whanaunga Mihi Taurua sailed on the Tahitian va’a Fa’afaite; Hana Walton and Anneke Topia sailed on Ngāhiraka Mai Tawhiti (the most traditional of the waka); and, Amber Moke and Materia Hutana sailed on Haunui.

The voyage from Wellington to Mahia was blessed with clear skies filled with stars, a full moon and plenty of sun. Dolphins and whales were sighted on the way and Tangaroa gave smooth passage.

The waka hourua will be fulfilliing their promise to return to the waters of Whakaraupō in late March and bring with them more opportunities for whānau to share the experience.

As trainee crew we worked within ‘watch groups’ under the guidance of a watch captain. It was in this space that the hands-on work of adjusting sails, tightening lines, cooking kai, doing dishes and learning how a waka hourua operates took place.

So whānau, get on board!

As we sailed into Te Mahia, we were joined by Te Tairāwhiti and Te Matau a Māui to create a flotilla of five waka hourua. On landing, crew disembarked and were met on the beach where the rōpū were presented with five wero – one for each waka. The following pōwhiri was full in its emotional intensity and passion. Whaea Catherine stepped forward to represent Ngāi Tahu in karanga and we were embraced by the people of Rongomaiwahine and Ngāti Kahungungu.

The kai moana was bountiful and after cleaning down our bunks we returned to the whenua and made our way to Ruawharo marae – who through the funding of Tuia 250 had been able to restore the floor of their whare. It was here we heard the kōrero of Rongomaiwahine and

New waka

With support from Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu and NZ Lottery Grants Board, we have been fortunate to have two waka built by boatbuilder Quentin Roakes with taurapa and tauihu carved by the Whakaraupō Carving Centre. The waka have been named after two of the Matariki stars; Waitī and Waitā.

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New Staff Member

Aerodrome/Floatplane update

In November Paul Horgan joined us in the role of Natural Resources Advisor. The role will focus on managing the environmental portfolio and supporting the reps on various external bodies including zone committees, reserve committees and the Lyttelton Port Company Manawhenua Advisory Group.

Late last year we were advised that an application had been made for operation of a floatplane business by Peninsula Air landing between Rāpaki and Ōtamahua.

We invited the Civil Aviation Authority to Rāpaki Marae (their first visit to a marae) to air our concerns regarding the potential impact such an operation would have on our mahinga kai, waka, swimming, and other cultural practices. In January the Civil Aviation Authority ruled against the aerodrome application on the basis that it “will adversely affect the safety of persons or property on the ground and may impact the safe and efficient use of airspace”. Peninsula Air, the applicant, may appeal the Civil Aviation Authority’s ruling, and the rūnanga will be prepared to keep opposing.

Paul has a first class Master’s degree in science and law.

His work experience with Ngāi Tahu dates back more than a decade to when he was fortunate to work with rangatira such as Kelly Davis and Joe Waaka, through to working on freshwater issues on the Hurunui. Paul replaces Courtney Bennett who is off to finish her Master’s degree.

Rangatahi noho

In January a rangatahi noho was held to support the growth of our rangatahi with wānanga on mau rākau, rongoā, mahinga kai, pūrākau and other topics. Here are some photos from the week that included time on Rīpapa and Ōtamahua.

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Te Taumutu Rūnanga He maimai aroha

Waiho atu tō rahinga o Tahu Te tewe muri nei Hei tangi kau Hei mōteatea mōu E oki, moe mai rā

Tangi kau ana a Ruahikihiki I tō rironga atu Mōu i whakapau kaha Mō tō tātou Ngāi Tahutanga Mō tātou, ā, mõ kā uri ā muri ake nei He ahorangi He whakairo kupu He pou tikanga He mana tangata Haere atu rā e Piri Haere atu ki te kāinga wairua i te rangi

Ngāi Te Ruahikihiki mourns the loss of our mokopuna, son, nephew, cousin, uncle and pōua, Piri Sciascia. E Piri, the tide of love, appreciation and admiration for you feels overwhelming as we think of a future without your strong leadership, sage advice and gentle guiding hand. E te pōua, kia au te moe.

Te Taumutu Rūnanga portfolios

We have created portfolios (aka committees) for most of these aspirations, which are made up of rūnanga volunteers and supported by our staff. Our portfolios attend to most of the rūnanga business and report back to whānau at six rūnanga hui throughout the year. The portfolios make the decisions and drive our projects, not attendees at the rūnanga hui.

Since 1998 Taumutu Rūnanga has had a Strategic Plan which groups our long-term aspirations into the following categories: Kaitiakitanga: Rights and responsibilities relating to the environment are upheld for future generations.

Hauora: To drive and uphold the tino rangatiratanga of Te Ruahikihikitanga ki Taumutu by strengthening and embedding our mātauranga, tikanga and kawa within our partner wellbeing institutions, to ensure that our whānau have opportunities to fulfill their full potential and enjoy success.

As a result, we have better focused rūnanga hui that seldom run longer than two hours, and whānau are encouraged to attend. These hui start at 10.00am and the dates for this year are: 8 March, 3 May, 12 July, 13 September (following our AGM) and 8 November. We hope to see you at Te Pā o Moki!

Ruahikihikitanga: To drive and uphold the tino rangatiratanga of Te Ruahikihikitanga by strengthening Ruahikihikitanga values, culture, traditions and practices within our hapū and embedding our mātauranga in our place.

We are also exploring whether there is demand for our rūnanga hui to be live streamed so that whānau living outside the takiwā can tune in. Please feel free to share your views on this by emailing: taumutu@ngaitahu.iwi.nz.

Ngāti Moki Marae (previously known as Tiaki Whare): To have a contemporary marae that honors our Ruahikihikitanga and meets the needs of our hapū and manuhiri.

We currently have three portfolios (committees) – Hauora, Ruahikihikitanga and Kaitiakitanga. We have monthly meetings for each portfolio, held in the early evening at our town office, 75 Main South Road, Upper Riccarton. Our Hauora portfolio meets on the first Tuesday of each month, Ruahikihikitanga on the second Tuesday, and Kaitiakitanga on the last Monday.

We are always seeking whānau participation in our portfolios – the more people involved, the more ideas to deliver meaningful outcomes for our whānau, environment, marae and community – as an added bonus we supply kai at every meeting! To find out more, please email: taumutu@ngaitahu.iwi.nz.

Te Waihora: To restore the mauri of Te Waihora thereby enhancing a healthy and plentiful fish basket that all hapū can gather from.

Toitū te Kāinga: To have a growing local economy restores Taumutu as a strong vibrant community.

Each strategic aspiration is broken down into 4-6 targets which are achievable within 3-5 years and we prepare an annual workplan to give effect to each target.

Whānau Christmas celebration

Our rūnanga members and wider community participated in the annual Christmas church service, held at the Hone Wetere church. It was an occasion to come together to celebrate each other and acknowledge our whānau connections. It was also an opportunity for whānau to showcase their amazing acting talents and ability to improvise when joining in the nativity play.

Ka mau te wehi! Thanks to Rachel Robilliard for her organ playing prowess and Liz Brown for her directing skills. The service was followed by a delicious and substantial morning tea.

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Tamariki Day

On Thursday, 23 January we welcomed Sports Canterbury and UC Masters students to Te Pā o Moki for our first Tamariki Day of 2020. We were blessed with beautiful weather when we split into two groups for Top Town Challenges at Awhitu House and traditional games at Te Pā o Moki. We had our friends from Selwyn District Libraries with the Edge Connector Vehicle which our tamariki can register to be a member of Selwyn Libraries.

We also launched our first published books, see below for more details. What a great day for all whānau! For more information on upcoming Tamariki Days please visit our Facebook page.

Sometimes adults get to play too.

Exploring the practicalities of teamwork.

Tamariki being dynamic and flexible catching poi.

Teamwork makes the dream work.

Pūrākau Book Launch

The Hauora portfolio partnered with UC Child Wellbeing Research Institute to create early learner books with Taumutu local stories. Our rangatahi Jayda Siyakurima and Olivia Knighton were given an opportunity to be mentored by Ngāi Tahu artist, Leisa Aumua from Toi Ātea, to illustrate these books. Over one weekend, the illustrating team produced over 30 images. Ngā mihi nui ki a koutou, Leisa Aumua, Jayda Siyakurima, Olivia Knighton, Maddison Dwyer, Debbie Knighton and Keetha Montgomery for your creativity and dedication to the kaupapa! Ka mau te wehi! For whānau who would like a set of books please go to our Facebook page.

Final products.

Launch at Tamariki Day, L-R, Liz Brown, Gail Gillon, Amy Scott, Keetha Montogomery, Olivia Knighton, Debbie Knighton, Maddie Dwyer, Jayda Siyakurima, Arohaina Aumua-Carrick, Piki AumuaCarrick, Leisa Aumua and Dardanelle McLean-Smith.

Leisa Aumua, Olivia Knighton and Jayda Siyakurima illustrating.

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Whānau success story

Congratulations to Kāmaioha Perenara-O’Connell (13) who participated in the New Zealand National U15 Softball Championship tournament from 8-12 January, at Te Atiawa Park Paraparaumu.

Through his selection for the Canterbury U15 Development team, Kāmaioha was added to the national softball pick-up list and scouted to play for Upper South Island (Marlborough & Nelson), at the tournament.

The four days saw the team play nine games, all which Kāmaioha played in entirety as short stop and number one batter.

With his third season of club softball for Halswell back into the swing of things, Kāmaioha has also commenced training for the Canterbury Development team in preparation for the Mainland Shield U15 South Island Championship on 22-23 February, at Mizuno Ballpark Christchurch. Kāmaioha’s last tournament is at the end of March when he represents his kura at the Div 1 Secondary School Softball tournament in Hamilton.

Kāmaioha appreciates the support and guidance from whānau, friends, coaches and his fellow teammates and of course the opportunity given to represent the Upper South Island, Canterbury and St Thomas of Canterbury.

Kāmaioha to the right.

Team photo, Kāmaioha in the centre.

Upcoming dates

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We have many wānanga and events that are coming up on a variety of kaupapa that may interest you. Please join our Facebook page as all event and wānanga information is posted on there.

• 24 February – Kaitiakitanga portfolio hui at town office: 75 Main South Road • 3 March – Hauora portfolio hui at town office: 75 Main South Road

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8 March – Rūnanga hui at Te Pā o Moki (Please bring shared kai) 10 March – Ruahikihikitanga portfolio hui at town office: 75 Main South Road 30 March – Kaitiakitanga portfolio hui at town office: 75 Main South Road

Te Rūnanga o Koukourarata Designers Institute of New Zealand Best Design Awards 2019

Last year Vanishing Point Studio received two awards from the Designers Institute of New Zealand Best Design Awards 2019. The first was a silver award in the Large Scale Websites category, for their project Give Kate a Voice, which uses an interactive platform to showcase mana wāhine throughout Aotearoa and the great work they are doing.

The second was a finalist award for a project called The Spinoff Year in Review. This is a small scale website that uses interactive software to give smaller news stories from Aotearoa a platform to be seen. The finalist awards are New Zealand’s top awards when it comes to design and development and Vanishing Point Studio were super proud to be recognised.

Our whānau member Arpo Deer was the lead developer and helped on the design of these projects. He says “I am looking forward to working with Te Rūnanga o Koukourarata in 2020 on some big projects, which I cannot wait to get stuck into.”

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Khylo Rose Chettle celebrates her first birthday

Twelve months ago, you came into this world on 5 February. I will always remember it was a Tuesday.

Let life always be kind to you and may you only see the bright and kind sides of the world.

Happy first birthday Khylo Rose Chettle! You’ll never again be as tiny and defenseless as you are now, so I’ll be sure to save this moment in my memory.

Lots and lots of love, Mum and Dad. Nā Sierra Allen.

Membership Database

February Rūnanga Meeting

Our next rūnanga meeting will be held on Sunday, 9 February at 10:30am. We are looking for rūnanga members to represent Koukourarata on some internal and external committees and boards. If this sounds like something you may be interested in, please come along.

We hope to see you all there.

For those who may not know, Te Rūnanga o Koukourarata have a separate membership database for those who whakapapa to Koukourarata. Contact the office to register, or to update your details if you are an existing member. We encourage you to ensure we have a current email address so we can keep you in the loop with any news and updates. Call us on (03) 339 8308 or email: koukourarata@ngaitahu.iwi.nz.

Wairewa Rūnanga Reminder: Registration with Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu does not automatically register you with the Wairewa Rūnanga Inc Soc.

• Mail or email the completed form to us. Your registration form will be checked by the whakapapa unit at Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu. From there it will be confirmed at our next bi-monthly general meeting – the first Sunday of the month.

• Once your registration is confirmed, we will advise you within 10 working days. You will then be eligible to apply for grants.

• Please DO NOT send in your grant application forms with your registration form.

Process for registration: • Obtain registration form via email: wairewa@ngaitahu.iwi.nz • Obtain your 1848 kaumātua numbers who are on the Wairewa 1848 kaumātua list. This will be part of your whakapapa research in getting to know where you come from. Please do not call the office for this information as we do not know your individual whakapapa.

• Follow the instructions on the form making sure that your signature is witnessed and you have provided proof of identity e.g. driver’s license.

This process will take approximately six weeks depending on when you send in your registration form.

Membership database updates

We regularly have correspondence returned to us as whānau forget to add us to their list of people/organisations to notify when they change address.

If you change your address please contact the office by email: wairewa@ngaitahu.iwi.nz or phone 03 377 1513.

This is very important, for example, every year we receive several kaumātua grant Christmas gift cards returned as GNA – it is only when the whānau follow up because they haven’t received their cards that we know they have moved.

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Grants

2. Advancement of Education grant This includes: • Continuing or higher education • School uniforms • School supplies • Driver licenses • Swimming lessons • School camps For further information please email: wairewawhanauora@ngaitahu.iwi.nz or call 03 377 1513.

These are available to Wairewa Rūnanga Inc Soc registered members only. If you are unsure if you are registered with us, please email wairewa@ngaitahu.iwi. nz Receipts or quotes from the supplier(s) are required.

Grants are approved in the middle of each month and payments are made within 10 working days of approval.

Grants available: 1. Kaumātua Health Care This covers spectacles, doctor visits, physiotherapy, dentists and any other medical costs.

For further information please email: wairewawhanauora@ngaitahu.iwi.nz or call 03 377 1513.

Te Rūnanga o Waihao He pēpi

Te Rūnanga o Waihao Meeting Dates 2020

Our congratulations to all the whānau who have welcomed a pēpi.

Ngā mate

Waihao Rūnanga extends our deepest sympathy to all our whānau suffering the loss of a loved one at this time. Sadly, we have experienced a loss ourselves with the passing of Ian Brunton in January. Ian was a member of the Waihao Rūnanga Executive and played an instrumental part in the development and ongoing maintenance of our bountiful māra kai. Our sympathies go out to his whānau and friends – Ian will be dearly missed.

2020

DATES

MEETING

Feb

Friday 14 – Sunday 16 Sunday 16

Whanaungatanga Hui Whānau & Executive

March

Sunday 8

Executive

April

Sunday 5 (due to Easter on Sun 12)

May

Saturday 9 (due to Mothers’ Day on Sun)

Executive

June

Sunday 14

Whānau & Executive

July

Sunday 12

Executive

August

Sunday 9

Whānau & Executive

Sept

Sunday 13

Executive

October

Sunday 11 Sunday 18

Executive AGM

Nov

Sunday 8

Whānau & Executive

Dec

Sunday 13

Whānau & Executive

Executive

If you would like to participate in any of these hui but cannot attend in person, you can connect remotely via Zoom. The details to connect will be posted on our Google Group on the Friday prior to each hui. Contact the office for more information.

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Marae Bookings

Is your whānau due for a reunion or perhaps you’re celebrating a special birthday or anniversary this year?

Now is the time to visit our website: www.waihaorunanga.co.nz and book any events in our marae calendar.

Email correspondence

Waihao Website

We send out a weekly newsletter as well as other important notifications that you may be interested in. If you are not receiving these already, please contact the office to update your email address.

Our website includes a members’ only section that requires you to login with a password. This area allows our registered members to complete tasks like booking the marae or submitting grant applications. All confirmed minutes, policy and procedures, and TRoNT reports are available here as well. If you do not have a password, contact the office.

Fresh in the māra kai!

Rūnanga whānau are welcome to come and help yourselves to some beautiful, fresh and healthy produce.

At the moment we have cucumber ready for whānau to pick up and enjoy.

Reminders

We welcome contributions from whānau for Te Pānui Rūnaka. Please send your news and photos – including captions – to the office.

Contact details

Have you moved, or changed your email address? Are all your whānau members registered?

Enquiries to Te Rūnanga o Waihao by phone (03) 689 4726 or email waihao.manager@ngaitahu.iwi. nz.

Te Rūnanga o Moeraki Otago Polytechnic/Rūnaka Scholarship is now open

Te Rūnanga o Moeraki membership

If you would like to register with Te Rūnanga o Moeraki, contact our rūnanga office for a registration form. Phone (03) 439 4816, email: moeraki.runanga@ngaitahu.iwi.nz or send via post to 43 Tenby Street, Moeraki R.D.2.

This is a reminder for anyone wanting to apply for the Otago Polytechnic/Rūnaka Scholarship, which covers tuition fees for up to three years of study at Otago Polytechnic. The purpose of this scholarship is to encourage Kāi Tahu students to succeed in tertiary education by removing financial barriers to study. The scholarship also acknowledges the contribution students can make to their rūnaka and local community.

We encourage our registered members to contact the office to ensure your details are correct, particularly your email address if you would like to receive updates from the rūnanga.

Te Rūnanga o Moeraki educational grants are now open for 2020

This scholarship is offered to one (1) student, for study in a chosen programme at Otago Polytechnic, from each of the four local rūnaka namely:

Ten grants will be awarded to whānau with whakapapa to Moeraki to support their studies at a recognised tertiary institution.

• Te Rūnanga o Moeraki moeraki.runanga@ngaitahu.iwi.nz • Kāti Huirapa Rūnaka ki Puketeraki office@puketeraki.co.nz • Te Rūnanga o Ōtākou admin@otakourunanga.org.nz • Hokonui Rūnaka

hokonui@xtra.co.nz

These grants will provide financial assistance to tertiary students who meet the following criteria: 1. Registered as a member of Te Rūnanga o Moeraki Inc. 2. Attending a tertiary institution and enrolled in a course leading to a recognised qualification.

Please send your completed application to the rūnaka that you affiliate to before 4.00pm on Friday, 20 March.

Contact our office coordinator Jenny Brookes for an application form either by visiting Te Rūnanga o Moeraki office at 43 Tenby Street, calling (03) 439 4816 or email: moeraki.runanga@ngaitahu.iwi.nz.

Applications close at 5.00pm Tuesday, 31 March.

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Memorial Day

On Sunday, 19 January members of the community gathered to remember all those who have lost their lives at sea off the coast of Moeraki. This event marked the opening of a memorial created in their honour with plaques bearing their names (pictured right). It was a beautiful day – well done to everyone who got on board and created something tangible for all of the families involved, and to those who came along on the day to support it.

Kāti Huirapa Rūnaka ki Puketeraki Growing future leaders by strengthening our rangatahi Te Taitimu Trust (Hawkes Bay) Big Camp 2020 undertook a 10-day Hīkoi of Hope to Puketeraki Marae in January.

The trust had its genesis when Zack Makoare lost his 15-year-old son Kelly to suicide in 2000. It took seven years to overcome the grief and forming the trust was part of that process. The original intent of the trust’s work was suicide prevention, but they have branched out to include life skills.

One focus is to ignite these future leaders with the courage, strength and hope that is within them by acknowledging their whakapapa, keeping connected to their purpose in life, believing in oneself and giving them the skills to tackle the challenges that will face them on their journey to success.

Paul Miller, a former New Zealand rugby union player, led activities at the Pirates Rugby Club. As part of the workshop, international street artist, Graham Hoete, also known as Mr G, gave an inspirational talk about suicide prevention and gifted a piece of his work to Kāti Huirapa Rūnaka.

All who took part agreed that this kaupapa was not only inspirational to the participating rangatahi but to all those who were involved.

Our thanks go out for all the hard mahi done by Aroha Ellison and the Puketeraki whānau members for organising and hosting the Big Camp. Aroha says, “everyone working together is what made this a huge success.”

Zac Makoare, Georgina and members of the Makoare whānau, supported by off-duty police officers, headed south with a group of 100+ rangatahi, ranging in ages from 6 to 18. On the way they took the opportunity to make connections with the marae at Rāpaki and Moeraki.

Puketeraki Marae was honoured to be involved in this kaupapa and greatly appreciated that 20 of our rangatahi were able to participate in such a remarkable experience.

There was a range of activities over the five days. Water safety and snorkelling with Dive Otago, a visit to the Otago Museum and Otago University with insight into archaeology provided by Professor Richard Walter.

Zayvia Parata, aged 16 from Karitāne, has been involved in this kaupapa for the last four years. He says, “being involved with the camps has taught me that having friends matters and I like catching up with my friends I made when starting the camp. I enjoy being a role model for the younger kids and always doing fun things.” Zayvia’s goal is to go on as many of these camps as he can and meet new people. He enjoys the wairua he feels during them.

The camp was a huge success and was summed up by Waiariki Parata-Taiapa who said, “That’s what marae are for, like the tides, people come in and go back out, and we will continue to do that”.

Zack Makoare, Trust founder, (second from left with the hat) at Kākā Point. This mural of Ngāi Tahu tipuna Hoani Matiu (1854-1944) was painted by renowned street artist Mister G as a gift to Kāti Huirapa Rūnaka ki Puketeraki, and it now proudly adorns our rūnaka office in Karitāne. Pictured with the mural are (from left) Zayvia Parata (16), Nikki Lees (12), Miriama Parata-Noema (9) holding Kelly-Rhain ParataNoema (7 months) and Taine Parker.

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Big Camp Rangatahi, Puketeraki Marae.

The mentors and logistics crew.

Zayvia Parata left with Taine Parker.

Promoting Te Taitimu Trust, KaritÄ ne Beach.

NgÄ ringawera.

Getting ready for the pool.

Meeting with the Police Commissioner in Wellington on the way south.

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Te Rūnanga o Ōtākou Kia ora e te whānau o Kāi Tahu, we’ve had some crazy weather lately but we must remember that compared to the rest of the planet we are blessed! Global conditions, climate events and threats to our taoka species are a massive reminder that we all need to be good kaitiaki – do our bit to keep our atmosphere, whenua and Tangaroa free of rubbish and pollution. We trust you enjoyed the summer holiday season with whānau and friends as we set off on our next hīkoi around the sun. Our tamariki and rakatahi are now back to their schools and studies – go 2020!

News for Te Pānui Rūnaka

Whereabouts in the world are you? We welcome your whānau news to be included in our monthly submission to Te Pānui Rūnaka. Please submit your pānui while your news is still relevant – we celebrate everything including: achievements in sports, education, the arts, Ngāi Tahu programmes, participation in iwi hui or anything else of interest to our hapū and iwi such as pēpi hou, engagements, weddings, ngā mate and memorials. Please provide photo captions with names of people featured in each photo. Send your pānui to office@tro.org.nz – we would love to hear from you!

Kā mihi aroha

E aroha nui atu ana ki a koutou i tēnei wā. Our thoughts and deepest sympathies are with whānau who have lost a loved one recently. May you find comfort in those who surround you with love and care.

Tiriti o Waitangi commemorations 2020 – Kaitohu

Our management plan and compliance requirements are underway, the official guest list is being finalised, our speakers for the forum are locked in and we have confirmed our kai stalls and activities for whānau and guests from our local community. Otago Regional Council has confirmed an extra bus service for the day to lessen the number of cars parking on the roads around the marae. In addition, we are hoping to have a new carpark ready for use, on Tamatea Road opposite the waharoa. We will “cut the ribbon” by filling it with whānau, friends and enjoyable festival activities at this event.

Ōtākou Marae, 6 February 2020 By the time this issue of Te Pānui Rūnaka comes out, our Waitangi Day event will be done and dusted. As we lead up to the big day, pressure is on to make it a successful one. Kaimahi are gearing up for their orientation of the marae, whakatau, introducing teams and leaders. We have sessions on protocol and tikanga, and health and safety awareness.

The site and first changes to the landscape.

The digger onsite, looking to Ōhinetū.

The digger refining an existing water way.

The most recent update on progress for the new carpark, taken on 27 January 2020 by M McDonald.

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Educational achievements

Kā mihi nui o te tau hou ki a koutou katoa – 2020 is here already! I would like to acknowledge all the effort that our rakatahi put in last year towards their NCEA qualifications and congratulate everyone on their results. Whether you are beginning the next step in your NCEA journey or starting a new chapter on your chosen pathway, we wish you all the best and encourage you to give 100 per cent to everything you do. Karawhiua e te whānau!

As a reminder, my role as Kaitoko Mātauraka is to support the needs of our whānau in their educational pathways – no matter their age or qualification level.

Whether you are wondering about scholarships or grants, interested in learning more about the opportunities offered within Ngāi Tahu, or need some support to navigate the education of our tamariki, waea mai! You can contact me on 021 105 0470 or (03) 478 0352 or īmera kaitoko@tro.org.nz Nāku noa, nā Amie Curtis – Kaitoko Mātauraka ki Te Rūnanga o Ōtākou

Congratulations

Otago Polytechnic – an initiative of the late Tahu Pōtiki. Koreana Wesley-Evans was awarded a Tūrangawaewae Pōkai Whenua scholarship from the University of Otago, which will see her travel to La Trobe University in Melbourne for her second semester of study this year.

Makareta Wesley-Evans has been successful in her application for the Ngāi Tahu Internship. Her year-long role will begin at the end of March.

Te Hori Wesley-Evans and Taikawa Tamati-Elliffe each completed the He Toki Certificate in Carpentry at

Hoiho are going extinct on our watch

The latest report on hoiho nest and chick numbers from the Department of Conservation (DOC) was received in December. While it notes an improvement on figures from the last report, the overall state of play is dismal for the survival of hoiho. Their conservation status is nationally endangered, meaning they face a high risk of extinction in the short-term.

Kāi Tahu/hapū members interested in working with hoiho should contact their rūnaka or local DOC office.

Jim Fyfe (Biodiversity Ranger – Koiora Rerekētanga Coastal Otago District) writes: I am sure everyone is grateful that the hard work involved with tending to small, disease-compromised chicks no longer rules their daily routines. Reducing the risk of malaria is currently a big concern for sites in North Otago and around the Otago Peninsula. Thanks to all who are helping with taking and interpreting blood smears, and to the vets for their advice regarding appropriate treatment under different scenarios.

Two sick hoiho huddle together while in care.

They were duly released when they were back to weight and good health, to enable them to forage again. Photo by N Karaitiana.

Protection of Te Umu Kurī Wellers Rock

An agreement has been reached with Dunedin City Council (DCC) to protect Te Umu Kurī from further erosion by limiting vehicle activities in the area.

Boulders have been strategically placed to ensure access is limited to foot traffic and one vehicle at a time for launching boats. A new carpark will be constructed on an empty section along the road to assist with vehicle congestion around Te Umu Kurī. We will cover this development in a later edition of Te Pānui Rūnaka.

Chantal and John from Dunedin City Council chat with rūnaka members Cec Wesley (wife of the late Tatane Wesley), Moana Wesley, Rachel Wesley, Mihi Wesley-Evans and Anne Robertson.

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The isthmus at Te Umu Kurī/Wellers Rock where the boulders are to be placed. From left, Paul Karaitiana reading the plaque, pile of boulders; Chantal (DCC) and Paddy; John (DCC) talking with Anne, Moana, Rachel, Mihi (obscured) and Cec Wesley. The peak - Te Tihi o Waiari is in the background.

First rock to be positioned.

Paddy at work with his digger

Methodist Pūtea Grant

Updating key rūnanga representatives and office contact details

Rūnaka and individual members south of the Waitaki are invited to make an application to this small fund.

Applications for the Methodist Pūtea Grant close at 12.00pm on 31 March. This year a category is being offered which is very broad and has the potential to encompass a wide variety of projects. It reads: 4. Provide financial assistance to support the cultural needs of the iwi. The nature and extent of these needs to be identified through research and the funding applied to specific initiatives.

Refer to the last issue of Te Pānui Rūnaka for more information, and for application forms phone (03) 478 0352 or email: office@tro.org.nz

Our congratulations go to Rachel Wesley for her appointment as the new chair of our rūnaka. In the past Rachel has held the roles of deputy chair and office manager, so she is more than equipped to fulfil this role. Donna Matahaere-Atariki has been appointed as the rūnanga representative for Te Rūnanga – congratulations Donna. Please contact the office (details at the end of this pānui) if you wish to speak to any of our representatives or our office manager Michelle Taiaroa McDonald.

Hapū Registrations

The Ōtākou Whakapapa Working Party meets periodically throughout the year. Check out our website or contact the office for a hapū registration form.

Sometimes we struggle to decipher handwriting on our written forms and we end up with incorrect email addresses in our system. Feel free to contact the office to make sure we have your correct contact details.

Availability of Cultural Materials

The Komiti Taoka Tuku Iho holds cultural materials for distribution to Kāi Tahu and non-Kāi Tahu individuals or whānau. Their role is to consider applications, mainly for bird feathers for cultural use.

They oversee the allocation and distribution process of these materials to applicants. Application forms are available from the Department of Conservation office in Dunedin, their website, or our rūnaka office.

Ōtākou Marae website and contact information Check out our website: www.otakourunaka.co.nz.

You can book the marae for functions online, email: office.@tro.org.nz or phone (03) 478 0352.

Ōtākou Rūnanga considers requests relating to toroa/ northern royal albatross. Obviously, we hope no albatross die and become available as cultural material, so the policy for allocating these taoka is very strict in order to safeguard such a precious resource.

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Hokonui Rūnanga Kia ora whānau, we hope that you all had an enjoyable and festive Christmas and New Year. We are back in full swing here at Hokonui.

End of Year Kaumātua Christmas Lunch

Our kaumātua were treated to a visit from Santa and even got to share their Christmas wish list!

From left to right; Kaumātua enjoying their lunch. Milan Pera, Santa and Ernie Hanke; Santa and one of our Whānau Ora Navigators Tane Boyce. Terry Stott (Santa) and Pat Moffit; Santa and Reg Nicholas.

Trap and transfer of elvers on the Mataura River Riki Parata and Tane Boyce have started work with Alliance Freezing Works to trap and transfer elvers so they can carry on their path. The number of elvers being trapped and released is high at this stage.

Tane Boyce working on the elver trap and transfer.

Elver transfer.

Please note the dates for the nurse-led clinics held here at the rūnanga and in Mataura, and our Kaumātua Health Days that are run every third Wednesday.

Kaumātua Health Days - 2020 • • • • •

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29 January 19 February 11 March 1 April 22 April

• • • • •

13 May 3 June 24 June 15 July 5 August

• • • • •

26 August 16 September 7 October 28 October 18 November

Venue:

Hokonui Runanga 140 Charlton Rd Gore

2020 Clinic Dates: •

Feb – Mon 3rd 10am-2pm & Mon 17th 12pm-4pm

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Mar – Mon 2nd 10am-2pm & Mon 16th 12pm-4pm*

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Apr – Mon 6th 10am-2pm

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May – Mon 4th 10am-2pm & Mon 18th 12pm – 4pm*

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Jun – Mon 8th 10am-2pm & Mon 22nd 12pm-4pm

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Jul - Mon 20th 10am – 2pm*

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Aug – Mon 3rd 10am-2pm & Mon 17th 12pm-4pm

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Sep – Mon 7th 10am-2pm*

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Oct – Mon 12th 12pm-4pm

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Nov – Mon 2nd 10am-2pm & Mon 16th 12pm – 4pm*

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Dec – Mon 7th 10am – 2pm

The health clinics can provide a range of services including: • • • • • • • • • •

Health assessment Screening and referral Cervical smears Sexual health services and contraception advice Community dietitian Podiatry Enduring illness management Advice on medication Helping you develop a health plan to meet your goals Helping you know who and what is available to meet your health needs

We are happy to see you for any health advice, education or support and will work with other health providers (for example your GP or local hospital) to enable the best care for you.

THERE IS NO COST FOR OUR CLINICS & APPOINTMENTS ARE NOT NECESSARY

There are times when we unexpectantly need to cancel scheduled clinics. Changes will always be posted on our website www.awarua.org.nz or FB https://www.facebook.com/awaruawhanau/ . Please contact Awarua Whanau Services on 0800AWARUA with any questions.

*denotes that podiatry will be available in clinic

Venue: Mataura Community Centre, (plunket rooms) Mataura

2020 Clinic Dates: •

Feb – Mon 10th 10am – 2pm & Mon 24th 12pm-4pm*

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Mar – Mon 9th 10am-2pm & Mon 23rd 12pm-4pm

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Apr – Mon 20th 10am-2pm*

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May – Mon 11th 10am-2pm & Mon 25th 12pm-4pm

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Jun – Mon 15th 10am – 2pm*

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Jul – Mon 27th 10am – 2pm

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Aug – Mon 10th 10am-2pm & Mon 24th 12pm-4pm*

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Sep – Mon 21st 10am-2pm

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Oct – Mon 19th 12pm – 4pm*

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Nov – Mon 9th 10am-2pm & Mon 23rd 12pm-4pm

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Dec – Mon 14th 10am – 2pm*

The health clinics provide a range of services including: • • • • • • • • • •

Health assessment Screening and referral Cervical smears Sexual health services and contraception Community dietitian Podiatry Enduring illness management Advice on medication Helping you develop a health plan to meet your goals Helping you know who and what is available to meet your wellbeing needs

We are happy to see you for any health advice, education or support and will work with other health providers (for example your GP or local hospital) to enable the best care for you.

THERE IS NO COST FOR OUR CLINICS & APPOINTMENTS ARE NOT NECESSARY

There are times when we unexpectantly need to cancel scheduled clinics. Changes will always be posted on our website www.awarua.org.nz or FB https://www.facebook.com/awaruawhanau/ . Please contact Awarua Whanau Services on 0800AWARUA with any questions. *denotes podiatry available in clinic

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Waihōpai Rūnaka Kia ora koutou whānau, ngā mihi aroha, ngā mihi o te tau hou!

Kicking off the new year with January birthdays Our best wishes to everyone who has recently celebrated a birthday, with special mention of Matua Cyril Gilroy and Leah Vaine. Ngā mihi nunui ki a rāua.

Left to right; Happy birthday Matua Cyril Gilroy (‘Squirrel on the Hill’). Happy birthday Leah!

Holiday Programme – Rakatahi Maia

Rakatahi Maia is the name of the holiday wānaka we ran here at Murihiku Marae in January. The programme was well-supported by our whānau, with some rakatahi travelling from further afield to attend. Over five days, the activities the rakatahi took part in were all linked back to the pou of whakapapa, tikaka, mahi toi, mahi kai, whenua and te reo Māori. From traditional games and crafts to trips around the rohe to learn more about our whenua and gather kai, the rakatahi grew to know each other and became a team of young leaders. We would like to thank Waihōpai Rūnaka and Ngāi Tahu Fund for their support. Tihei mauri ora!

Rangatahi playing archery tag at the marae.

Collecting – he mahi kōrari.

End of year events

At the end of last year we hosted Christmas celebrations at Murihiku Marae with our Waihōpai whānau. We celebrated with games for the tamariki followed by a delicious BBQ. It was an awesome day – excellent kai, entertainment including Santa, and presents! A big thank you to all those who helped to make this fun day happen. We hope everyone had a great Christmas with whānau and friends.

Our Santa Claus, aka Victor Manawatu.

Gardener of the Year 2019 – John McManus

Local gardener John McManus was named NZ Gardener, Gardener of the Year Award for 2019. John is one of the founding members of the Spirit Army run

by St. Patrick’s, a community group tackling poverty here in Invercargill. St. Patrick’s have a relationship with Murihiku Marae and have the use of our māra kai for the benefit of the wider community. Congratulations John – ka pai!

John McManus. Photo credit: NZ Gardener 2019.

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Ngā mihi nui whānau. I hope you all had great Christmas and New Year celebrations, wishing all the very best to everyone! To the parents who have welcomed a new addition to their whānau, congratulations, ngā mihi nui, ngā mihi aroha. P.S. Love, laugh and be happy! Hei kōnei ra, Squirrel on the Hill.

Ōraka Aparima Rūnaka Tēnā tātou whānau mā We hope that you all had an enjoyable Christmas break and were able to spend time with whānau and friends over this period. Hopefully you are now feeling energised and ready to meet the challenges of 2020!

If you have enjoyed a birthday in the last month or have new additions to your whānau, congratulations and here is wishing you all good health and prosperity for the year ahead.

Marae Christmas Party

On Sunday,15 December Takutai o Te Tītī hosted the Ōraka Aparima Christmas party. A great time was had by all those who attended. The team in the wharekai worked very hard and produced the usual excellent kai.

Hana Kōkō made an appearance to the delight of the assembled tamariki.

This was an awesome day filled with fun, friendship and laughter. A big thank you to all the volunteers who made this day possible, your help is much appreciated.

Rangimaria Suddaby and Mhari Baty.

Santa with whānau.

Santa with Kāhu-James and Aiden-Cruze Wilmshurst.

General Monthly Meetings

The General Monthly meetings as a rule take place at Takutai o Te Tītī Marae on the second Sunday of each month. The dates for 2020 are as follows: • • • •

8 March 12 April 10 May 14 June

• • • • •

All members are welcome to attend these meetings so please feel free to come along and find out what is happening. If for any reason these dates change, we will notify whānau as soon as possible.

12 July 9 August 13 September 11 October (AGM) 8 November 25

Mackintosh and Goodwillie Reunion

The two branches of the Mackintosh and Goodwillie whānau who whakapapa back to Caroline (Kuini) Goodwillie née Hunt, gathered together in Invercargill, Riverton and Colac Bay for a reunion in November.

As part of the reunion, they unveiled the re-lettered Goodwillie headstone and the headstone of a much respected kaumātua, Lester Baty.

wonderful morning tea was an opportunity that many of the whānau had never experienced before.

The afternoon unveiling of the headstones at the urupā in Riverton was blessed by a short period of bright sunshine during the karakia and waiata. The weather wasn’t kind for very long, so the whānau returned to the Community Hall in Colac Bay for quality whakapapa time. The Bull whānau and close friends of Mhari Baty provided delicious kai of gigantic proportions accompanied by an afternoon of wonderful music and singing.

The dates, 19 -21 November 2019 had been especially chosen to allow whānau to also attend the Hui-ā-Iwi that was held in Invercargill on 22-24 November.

A joyous and emotional gathering of over 200 people attended a social function on 19 November at the Corinthian Conference Centre, Invercargill.

On the final day of the reunion, quite a few of the whānau gathered in Riverton to visit Te Hīkoi MuseumSouthern Experience to immerse themselves in history and family research. It was a wonderful experience. The museum may be small, but it is truly of world standard.

The following day, (20 November) the whānau were welcomed officially onto the Te Takutai o Te Tītī Marae at Colac Bay. Even though the weather was very cold with wind and hail directly from Antarctica, the warmth of the local iwi who hosted, and supplied a

We take this opportunity to thank all those people who helped to make this a truly memorable experience and especially Ngāi Tahu who helped by providing a grant for this purpose.

Goodwillie Whānau waiting to be welcomed onto the marae.

Goodwillie whanau at Takutai o Te Tītī Marae.

Te Kōawa Tūroa o Takitimu

Volunteers

Alternatively, if you would like to be involved in any of the restoration or pest eradication work at the property please contact us here at the office for details.

Membership

This is a culturally significant venue that sleeps 20 plus people. It is situated in the beautiful Jericho valley approximately 40km from Te Anau. There are excellent opportunities for biking, walking, hunting and fishing in the local area. Over the next few months we have a few bookings for this venue but there are still plenty of opportunities to enjoy a relaxing stay with whānau and friends.

We are always looking for volunteers to help with the various projects and commitments we have. There are many diverse roles we need help with, including: representation on boards or appointment panels, helping with bird transfers, assisting at the marae and working in the nursery or wetlands and many more.

If you are keen to play a more active role within the rūnaka please contact us here at the office to discuss the options.

You are probably reading this pānui because you or a whānau member is registered with Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu, however you might not be aware that some papatipu rūnanga (including us) have their own membership lists. For more information, or to register with Ōraka Aparima Rūnaka, contact us by calling: (03) 234 8192 or emailing: office@orakaaparima.org.nz. Please note that in all cases it will be necessary to verify your whakapapa details.

Holiday Home in Te Anau

Did you know that we have a comfortable house for whānau to rent within the township of Te Anau in Fiordland? This property sleeps eight and is located in the heart of the town. It is within walking distance of all amenities and only a short distance from many of the tourist opportunities the region has to offer.

Please contact the office for further details or to make a booking. This property is not a motel and you will be required to leave the place clean and tidy for the next group.

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Communication with whānau

Follow our Facebook page Ōraka Aparima Pānui to stay up-to-date with everything happening here at the rūnaka. If you are already on our mailing list you will continue to receive emails from the office – contact us if you would like to unsubscribe.

We are looking at ways to improve our communication with whānau and as such we are exploring different ways to get the word out there! We want to keep you informed and connected, but we are also seeking to limit the volume of email traffic we generate.

Awarua Rūnaka Returning home

In October last year, the Sinton whānau had the opportunity to visit Te Waipounamu and reconnect with their tūrangawaewae at Te Rau Aroha Marae.

Ko Awarua tōku rūnanga Ko Te Rau Aroha tōku marae Ko Mere Te Kauri te takata

For a few, it was their first time being back in over 21 years, and for others, it was their very first visit, having been brought up outside of the Ngāi Tahu takiwā, in Tāmaki Makaurau. We were filled with emotion as we entered the wharenui and saw our tupuna standing tall.

As we shared our pepeha, the realisation of emotions filled our hearts, and the manaakitanga of our hosts made the experience extra special. We also visited the urupā and saw where some of our tūpuna are buried at Bluff Cemetery.

The trip allowed us all to move forward with a newfound understanding and connection to our Ngāi Tahu culture so that we can be champions for the rest of our whānau and wider whānaunga, celebrating, protecting and enhancing what it means to be Ngāi Tahu.

A special thanks to Mali Morgan and those we met on the day, who shared their kai and showed manaakitanga in their openness towards us.

To return home, reconnect with our tūpuna and whenua was a very special experience. One which will stay with us for the rest of our lives.

Our tupuna Mere Te Kauri in the wharenui of the marae.

Our tūrangawaewae, Te Rau Aroha Marae at Awarua.

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Taurahere Groups Ngāi Tahu ki Tauranga Moana

On Sunday, 1 December our Ngāi Tahu ki Tauranga Moana whānau gathered for a BBQ at Kulim Park – a fantastic setting on the inner harbour here in Tauranga.

We spent a lovely three hours catching up and reflecting on the year and were delighted to have Aunty Kaa join us.

We have now confirmed dates for our hui throughout the coming year – please see these below. All our hui will begin at 1.00pm, and will be held at Aronui, the wharenui at Tauranga Boys’ College.

• • • • •

Sunday, 5 April – AGM Sunday, 7 June Sunday, 16 August Sunday, 18 October Sunday, 6 December – Christmas BBQ (time and venue TBC)

Happy New Year to everyone, from the Ngāi Tahu ki Tauranga Moana committee. We hope that 2020 brings you and your whānau good health and happiness.

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Ngāi Tahu ki Tāmaki Makaurau

Nau mai, haere mai e te whānau whānui ki Tāmaki Makaurau!

Date: 28 February – 1 March Time: Pōwhiri begins at 6.00pm Friday, 28 February.

Come along and enjoy our Rongoā Hauora Wānanga 28 February – 1 March. This wānanga will be facilitated by Taua Erena Nicoll and Ariana Sutton and will help to enhance your personal and whānau wellbeing.

Wānanga closes at 3.00pm Sunday, 1 March.

The weekend will include a range of mātauranga and activities that reflect on your personal hauora, including rongoā making, individualised Māori healing sessions, maramataka, taonga puoro journey and he ora te wai.

This is a free event, including healthy kai and marae accommodation.

Please reserve your spot by 20 February via email to ntktmhui@gmail.com

Location: Ngā Kete Wānanga Marae,

MIT, Otara, Auckland.

This wānanga is offered by the Kāi Tahu ki Tāmaki Makaurau rōpū and is just one of the wānanga we will be delivering throughout 2020. If you live in Tāmaki Makaurau connect with us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/ngaitahukitamaki.

The Office Ngāi Tahu Archives

Te Aka Haumi o Tahu competition – win $100NZD! Throughout February you could be in to win a $100 voucher for products or services at one of the awesome businesses listed on Te Aka Haumi o Tahu.

Here’s how you can win:

Browse

www.tahu.biz and choose a product or service that you would like to win.

Message

In December 2019 this image was published on the back page of Te Pānui Rūnaka.

Tahu FM on Facebook with your full name, date of birth and phone number, and details of the product or service that you’d like to win.

We would like to thank Aroha Reriti-Crofts for identifying the lady on the far left as Louise Leask.

Listen

to the Tahu FM breakfast show at 8.30am every Tuesday throughout February for the live draw.

We also acknowledge and thank Janis Eady (née Ross) and Pam Smith for advising us that Mabel Lillian Ross was incorrectly named as “Hilda” Ross. Mabel was also known as Auntie Girlie. It is great when whānau call/email us in response to our request for names and information about photos for Whakaahua Tīpuna/ Whānau.

There will be four opportunities to win: 4, 11, 18 and 25 February. One entry per person – your name will be reentered in the draw each week. Entry is open to registered Ngāi Tahu whānau members who are 18 years and over as of 1 February 2020.

Check out Tahu FM on Facebook for more information including Terms and Conditions.

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Whakapapa Team News

At the end of last year, the Whakapapa team had the pleasure of celebrating the graduation of one of our student interns, Eleni Pickering-Gibbs.

Eleni received her Bachelor of Arts in History and European Union studies with a minor in Russian from the University of Canterbury.

The start of a new year and the Whakapapa team are back, refreshed and ready for action.

Here’s hoping you and your whānau have had a safe and enjoyable break.

Eleni was also the deserving recipient of the Janet Holm history prize which is awarded by the University of Canterbury to a student majoring in history displaying excellence in 100, 200 or 300-level courses with substantial New Zealand content.

Christmas Merchandise

We would like to thank everyone who purchased merchandise prior to Christmas. It was exciting to see the stock flying off the shelves. We look forward to seeing whānau out there representing the iwi with their whakapapa merchandise.

Eleni is returning to the University of Canterbury to continue her studies this year and luckily for us continues her work with the Whakapapa team as an intern alongside Georgia Gunn-Solomon. Georgia is studying towards her Bachelor of Māori Language and Indigenous Studies at Ara Institute of Canterbury.

We are lucky to have them both and wish them well in their continuing studies in 2020. Kia kaha kōrua!

The merchandise was so popular we have sold out of most items. If you missed out this time, please accept our apologies. We have new stock arriving soon, so watch this space!

Keep those registrations coming

The holidays are a great opportunity to check in and make sure your whānau are all registered with Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu and that their contact details are up-to-date in our system. This ensures we can contact them if needed, and that they get updates from the office and goodies such as their Te Pānui Rūnaka and Te Karaka.

Don’t forget we have an on-line registration form for anyone who has a parent already enrolled with Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu. You can also enroll for Whai Rawa at the same time with just two easy extra steps.

To complete the application online you will need to: • Either be the applicant or if the applicant is a minor be their parent or legal guardian • Know the whakapapa registration number of the applicant’s birth parent(s) OR Know the first name(s), last name(s) and date(s) of birth of the applicant’s birth parent(s) AND For these parents to be already registered and enrolled with Ngāi Tahu • A scanned copy or photo of the applicant’s full birth certificate • Have a valid email address where you can receive a verification during the registration process.

Eleni Pickering-Gibbs with her tohu mātauraka

Fear not – we still have good old-fashioned paper enrolments as well – the choice is yours. Karawhiua whānau, over 67,000 registered members and counting!

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Pou of Kāi Tahutaka • Mahi toi • Mahika kai • Whenua-Moana-Awa-Raki • Kōrero Tuku Iho (Heritage) • Toi Whakaatu (Performance/Arts)

Use our new online application!

We hope you are as excited as we are because you can now apply to the Ngāi Tahu Fund using our online application form.

Whenu/Tikaka Ārahi • Te Reo • Tikaka • Whakapapa • Mana Takata • Ā whānau, ā hapū, ā iwi • Tuakana/Teina (Leadership).

By applying online, you will save time and trees, and eliminate any worries about losing your application in the mail! As soon as you click ‘submit’, the information is entered into our funding database.

How much we fund:

The online application is available on our website: www.ngaitahufund.com

• He kaupapa iti – small projects for individuals (up to $5,000).

• He kaupapa nui – medium projects for legal entities only (up to $30,000).

• He kaupapa nui rawa – only available for legal entities.

A written expression of interest should accompany all large/transformational applications. Please contact our team in advance if you intend to submit an application for a large project (over $30,000).

Please ensure you have your registration number handy, as well as your project sponsor’s – you’ll need this information to apply.

Submit your application today

The first funding round for 2020 is now open and will close on Tuesday, 31 March. Applications will not be accepted after this date.

For more information about this funding visit: www.ngaitahufund.com or call Ngāi Tahu Funds Advisor, Morgan Lee on 0800 524 8248.

To fit our funding criteria, your project must align to at least one pou of Kāi Tahutaka and one Whenu/Tikaka Ārahi:

Kai kā nihowera i whakapau kaha kia puta ai a Pito, kia kata ai a Hiahia, kia mākona ai te tini o Kāi Pīkoko, nāia a Kotahi Mano Kāika e mihi atu ana ki a koutou. Nā koutou mātou i raupī, i whākai, i whakaute. Mō te manaaki takata, kāhore he paika.

Kotahi Mano Kāika would like to acknowledge the rikawera who fed and looked after us during our time at Arowhenua.

Every year we are spoilt and looked after. Kotahi Mano Kāika are grateful to the rikawera for their time and effort over the week.

Kura Reo Kāi Tahu 2020 Huirapa o te rua tī Huirapa o te rua tā Te Hapa o Niu Tireni e tau nei*

I te whitu o Iwa i tū ai te Kura Reo Kāi Tahu i Arowhenua.

Muia katoatia te marae o Arowhenua e Kāi Pīkoko ki te reo.

Ia rā, ia rā i noho tahi kā rōpū ki te taha o kā poureo o tō tātou whare reo Kāi Tahu. Kai kā whītiki o te kupu kōrero, kai te hokowhitu o te reo, i whakakao mai koutou hai pou mō tēnei whare kia rere anō ai a Kupu, kia pakari anō ai te reo matahīapo o taua mā, o pōua mā hai reo taoka tuku iho, tuku iho. E rere ana kā mihi ki a Megan Pōtiki rātou ko Charisma Rangipunga, ko Justin Tipa, ko Corban Te Aika, ko Kare Tipa, ko Karuna Thurlow. Ko rakatira tēnei hui i a koutou.

“Nau mai ki te kura reo. Te Kotahi Mano Kāika.

Whakarauora i te reo rakatira hai oraka whānau”. Nāia te ‘tick tock’ i whakamahia e kā tamariki o te kura reo. Ko rokonui te waiata nei, ā, ko rakatira tō tātou kaupapa. Ko te reo te take mō tātou, ā, mō kā uri ā muri ake. Mei kore ake kā kaitiaki tamariki. Ko Geno Kōkiri rātou ko Jeanine TamatiElliffe, ko Ana Tangaroa ko Kelly-Ann Tahitahi, ko Flayme Wharerau, ko Whetū Haua, ko Monique Tahere, ko Rīpeka Pōtiki, ko Hana-Amaia Tamati-Paratene. Nā koutou ā tātou tamariki i tiaki kia wātea ai kā mātua ki te ako. Kia noho ā-whānau mātou ki tēnei o kā kura reo. He mihi mutuka kore ki kā rika toi ko Kihere Amua-Jahnke rāua ko Leisa Aumua.

Mō te whakaako i te mahi toi ki ā tātou tamariki ko kōrua a ruka! Te ātaahua hoki o kā tīhate kokoi. Ia te rā i te hōtaka tamariki i rakona te katakata, ā, i kitea kā kanohi menemene o kā tamariki. Ko te hua o tō tātou wānaka- ko te noho hai iwi, hai whānau kākaunui ki tō tātou reo rerehua. He oraka kākau, he pikika waiora.

Kura Reo Kāi Tahu started on Tuesday, 7 January at Arowhenua Marae. Passionate whānau members flocked to the marae to engage in the week long immersion hui. Every day our whānau had the opportunity to learn from teachers of high calibre and quality.

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“Welcome to the kura reo. Kotahi Mano Kāika.

Reinvigorating our noble language bringing prosperity for our whānau”. These are the words from the tick tock waiata that was composed as part of our tamariki programme. It is going viral and we are all so proud of the efforts and talents of our future leaders. A massive mihi and thanks to all our kaitiaki tamariki. Their commitment to provide care and learning for our tamariki allows whānau to attend this kura reo to learn and share te reo Kāi Tahu. A special thanks to Kihere and Leisa who taught our kids how to tie dye t-shirts. Every day we heard laughter and saw smiling faces. It is a measure of the benefits of the kura reo, learning as one and celebrating our beautiful language. Positive vibes for positive tribes.

Ko kahuru tau tēnei kaupapa e noho ana ki Arowhenua. I ahu mai te kaupapa nei i Awarua, ā, i hūnuku ki Arowhenua i te tau 2010. Ka kaha kitea e KMK te tokomaha e aro mai ana ki tēnei kaupapa. E mihi nui ana ki te huka e ako ana i te reo. Kia kaha rā!

Kura Reo Kāi Tahu has been hosted by Arowhenua for 10 years. It originally started in Awarua, but moved to Arowhenua in 2010. For photos, please visit: facebook.com/kaitahureo *e mihi ana ki a Karuna Thurlow i ēnei kupu

Kura Reo Kāi Tahu 2020

Ko kā tamariki e ako ana i te mahi tīhate kokoi.

Ko Georgia Gunn-Solomon rātou ko Laura Anderson, ko Michelle Bergman, ko Marie Donaldson, ko Carli Tahapeehi e whakatā ana.

Ko Marukore rāua ko Tūhaitara te kaupapa o tēnei whakaari.

Ko Tamahou Thoms rātou ko Te Hau White, ko Mark Rangi, ko Māhutu Rangi, ko Kiringāua Cassidy, ko Taiki Pou, ko Alex Solomon e whakaari ana.

Ko Ta’apega Fa’au rātou ko Ripeka Pōtiki, ko Te Rau Huia Tutbury Parata-Taiapa e peita ana.

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KMK Funding Rounds

E kā manu taki, e kā manu tāiko e tuku nei i tō tātou reo kia rere ki tōhona Aorakitaka. Kia kūrapa mai! Kia kūrehu mai! E rere kau ana kā mihi ki a koutou te kāhui e whaiwhai ana i tō tātou nei tino taoka, arā ko te reo kāmehameha o Pōua mā, o Taua mā.

There are different contestable funds available to assist you in achieving your individual, whānau, group or marae goals for te reo Māori in the next 12 months. Applications are open to all registered Kāi Tahu individuals, whānau and whānau cluster groups (a group of four or more whānau) who are wanting to develop their Māori language. There are three funding rounds each year, closing at 5pm on the following dates.

New due dates: June 12 2020, October 16 2020 Kā Manukura o te Reo

Whānau Reo

Kāika Reo

Papakāika Reo

Intermediate-advanced

Intermediate-advanced

All levels

Papatipu Rūnaka only

Kā Manukura o te Reo provides intermediate to advanced Kāi Tahu learners and speakers of te reo with targeted financial assistance to further develop their Māori language proficiency. Participants can apply for up to $5,000 per person, per year.

Whānau Reo Fund provides financial assistance for Kāi Tahu families to attend immersion initiatives such as: Kāi Tahu papatipu rūnaka whānau based te reo wānaka and events; and/or KMK whānau based te reo wānaka and events within the Kāi Tahu takiwā.

Kāika Reo is a fund to support Kāi Tahu whānau groups to strengthen the use of te reo as an everyday language of communication within the home. The fund will consider funding initiatives focused on learning and using te reo as an everyday informal language within the home and community.

Participants can apply for up to $3,500 per whānau cluster (four or more whānau), per year.

The Papakāika Reo fund supports papatipu rūnaka to develop te reo pathways within their papakāika community.

The Papakāika Reo fund provides targeted financial assistance to be used towards the te reo development of registered Kāi Tahu members.

Applicants can apply for up to $2,000 per whānau per year.

KMK Wātaka Kaupapa Initiative

Āhea/Kai hea When & where

Ko wai? Taumata Reo Who/language level

Kia Kūrapa

Kaikōura (TBC) Tuahiwi May (TBC)

Beginners - Intermediate

Tuahiwi 14-18 Paenga-whāwhā 2020

Te Puku-Te Tihi Intermediate - advanced

Kura Reo ki Te Waipounamu

What do we fund?

The fund supports projects which focus on: •

Calling for Applications

•

The Mahinga Kai Enhancement Fund has one funding round each year and is currently open to receive project applications.

•

Application forms are available from the Ngāi Tahu Funds website: www.ngaitahufund.com

the protection and enhancement of places and species of importance to Ngāi Tahu increasing the abundance and access of species for customary use revitalising opportunities for Ngāi Tahu whānui to learn and participate in mahinga kai practices.

Project Start Date

Applicants will be advised the outcome of their submissions in early June, and funding agreements will be sent to successful applicants for projects to begin from 1 July.

Closing date for applications is Friday, 27 March 2020

Who can apply?

If you have any questions about the fund, or would like assistance with your applications, please contact Fund Advisor Helen Thoms on 022 0606 483 or email: helen.thoms@ngaitahu.iwi.nz

Papatipu rūnanga and other legal entities with a significant relationship and association with Ngāi Tahu.

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New Digital Platform

Along with Investor Choice, we will be delivering a new member experience for whānau. There will be a whole new online platform and new tools to help keep you informed.

Stay tuned for an update on how you can access this new experience – it’s coming soon!

Investor Choice is here!

Whānau, Investor Choice is here! This means that all Whai Rawa members may choose an investment fund that better reflects their personal needs and risk appetite.

New Product Disclosure Statement

Our new Product Disclose Statement (PDS) is ready for you to read. The PDS has all the information you need to know about joining Whai Rawa and has been updated to reflect the recent changes to the scheme. The PDS now has descriptions and information about the investment target and strategy for each of the three investment options – conservative, balanced and growth. There is also an application form for joining and an automatic payment form.

Keep an eye out for your Investor Choice pack in your email or letterbox.

Members can now choose from the following fund choices: For more information, go to www.whairawa.com/investorchoice Have pātai? Get in touch – Call 0800 WHAI RAWA (0800 942 472) or email: whairawa@ngaitahu.iwi.nz Take the quiz and be in to win!

Go to: www.whairawa.com/pds to download a copy.

If you’d like a printed copy sent to you - email us at: whairawa@ngaitahu.iwi.nz or call us on 0800 WHAI RAWA (0800 942 472)

By completing our five-question fund selection quiz, you are automatically entered into the draw to win one of two Apple iPads valued at $599 each or one of two authentic Ngāi Tahu pounamu.

Make sure you reference your payments whānau!

The easiest way to contribute to your Whai Rawa account is through online banking.

See terms and conditions for the prize draw online at: www.whairawa.com/investorchoice.

All our New Zealand, Australia and international banking details can be found on our website at: www.whairawa.com/ways-to-save

Whai Rawa Fund Limited is the issuer of the Whai Rawa Unit Trust. A copy of the Product Disclosure Statement is available at: www.whairawa.com/pds. Note: if you do not select a fund, you will remain in the Conservative Fund.

Past performance should not be relied upon as an indicator of future performance.

Please make sure you reference your payments to your Whai Rawa account(s) correctly. It is crucial to always include the Whai Rawa six-digit member number in the reference of every payment. If you do not reference your contributions correctly, they will not be allocated and will be returned to your bank account after 30 days. This is especially important if you wish your contributions to qualify for Matched Savings 2020!

The information contained in this document is intended for general guidance only and is not personalised to you. It does not take into account your particular financial situation or goals. Before making any investment decision, you should refer to the Product Disclosure Statement or consult an appropriately authorised adviser.

Whai Rawa Fund Limited is the issuer of the Whai Rawa Unit Trust. A copy of the Product Disclosure Statement is available at www.whairawa.com/pds

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Pānui Waharoa, confirmed I’m on the right journey keep going up and challenge myself, don’t be scared to ask and call upon my tūpuna.

My weekend at Makō Marae has helped me to be closer to my extended family and given me confidence.

This month we thought we would focus on one area in particular, Kaikōura.

Te Pūtahitanga o Te Waipounamu is funding Ngā Kaitiaki o Kaikōura Wātene Māori Trust to engage with young wahine, aged between 12 and 24 who are disengaged from employment or education. The Trust will engage with at least 20 rangatahi through wānanga and activities, assist in identifying their goals, and to support them to gain confidence and life skills. Whānau will also be encouraged to attend and create whānau aspirational plans.

Te Pūtahitanga o Te Waipounamu has funded Te Ahi Wairua o Kaikōura Charitable Trust for Te Waharoa. This will align with local navigators at Takahanga Marae to support whānau preparedness, resilience and wellbeing.

The initiative involves working with all whānau with a special emphasis on rangatahi empowerment through wānanga, community events, peer support and leadership networks.

Visit our Facebook page for updates and more information. https://www.facebook.com/TAWKkapahaka/

We are also supporting Bros for Change in Kaikōura to run the Tīmatanga Hou leadership programme which supports 40 rangatahi in their transformation by focusing on making changes to everyday behavior. Visit the website for more information: https://www.brosforchange.com/

In the whānau surveys during the wānanga, participants were asked, “what has changed for you as a result of taking part in this initiative?” Below are some of the answers we received.

Important dates coming up • • •

My aspiration to be happy is alive. I feel hope. I believe I have had a spiritual awakening.

Monday, 3 February 2020: Wave 11 opens.

Friday, 6 March 2020: Wave 11 closes.

25-27 March 2020: 2020 Whānau Ora symposium in Dunedin.

Bros for change with caption Bros for Change founder Jaye Pukepuke (centre) with Rudolph Diaz (left) and Ben Murray.

Orohaki MR 893 Section B

Rowallan Block III Section 13

This is to notify all Orohaki MR 893 Section B owners and their whānau of a meeting to elect new trustees for the Ahu Whenua Trust that administers this block. Current trustees have either passed away or have resigned.

Date: 14 March 2020 Time: 11.00am Location: Tuahiwi Marae, 219 Tuahiwi Road, Tuahiwi Meeting called by Ruiha Caldwell (021 437 402) on behalf of major shareholder Bill Dawson.

This is to notify all Rowallan Section 13 Block 3 owners and their whānau of an upcoming hui to discuss and decide upon the future administration of this block.

Date: 14 March 2020 Time: 2.00pm Location: Tuahiwi Marae, 219 Tuahiwi Road, Tuahiwi Meeting called by: Ruiha Caldwell 021 437 402

Cherie Tirikatene 021 733 228

To descendants of Mere Piro Taituha regarding Sub 22 Sec 17 Blk B Ōtākou MR Shares are available for sale in the above property. Please contact Paul Karaitiana Email: npkaraitiana@gmail.com or phone: 022 025 6719.

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INVESTOR CHOICE IS HERE

Bringing Investor Choice to our members has long been a goal for our scheme.

We are creating options for all whānau – no matter your age, Whai Rawa savings balance or life stage. You can now choose a fund that better reflects your personal needs and risk appetite.

Keep an eye out for your Investor Choice pack in your email or letterbox.

WAIHO I TE MĀHAK A TĪ KIA KORE AI E MOTU CHOOSE A FUND TO HELP YOU ACHIEVE YOUR GOAL S.

NuRture / Poipoia Grow / Tipu Thrive / PuAwai

Go to www.whairawa.com/investorchoice for more information. #KiapuAwai

Whai Rawa Fund Limited is the issuer of the Whai Rawa Unit Trust. A copy of the Product Disclosure Statement is available at www.whairawa.com/pds.

Note: if you do not select a fund, you will remain in the Conservative Fund.

Past performance should not be relied upon as an indicator of future perforzce.

The information contained in this document is intended for general guidance only and is not personalised to you. It does not take into account your particular financial situation or goals. Before making any investment decision, you should refer to the Product Disclosure Statement or consult an appropriately authorised adviser.

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Heat stress and your health during summer While we may welcome a run of hot summer days, it’s important to remember that becoming overheated can be dangerous.

Extreme heat can affect blood pressure and hydration. Elderly people, infants and toddlers, pregnant women, people suffering from chronic, acute and severe illness, including cardiac conditions, asthma and respiratory illness, diabetes, Parkinson’s disease, cancer and severe mental health illness, are particularly at risk.

Heat stress can bring on symptoms of heatrelated illness that include: • Confusion; • A throbbing headache; • Dizziness; • Nausea, vomiting or diarrhoea; • Slow responses or fatigue; • Not sweating, despite heat; • Muscle cramps or weakness; and • Loss of consciousness.

When it’s particularly hot, it’s important to stay out of the sun (especially during the hottest part of the day), avoid extreme physical exertion and ensure that babies, children, elderly people, and pets are not left alone in stationary cars.

Good hydration is key, try to consume at least two litres of water a day and avoid drinking alcohol in hot weather as it speeds up dehydration. Other simple steps to reduce the health risks when temperatures are high include: • Wear lightweight, loose-fitting, light coloured cotton clothes • Apply sunscreen, stay in the shade and wear a hat • Avoid alcohol, caffeine and hot drinks • Take a cool shower or bath or use a wet towel as a compress • Use heat pumps on a cool cycle and fans

• Shade or cover windows exposed to direct sunlight • If your house is hot, spend a couple of hours of the day in a cool place, like a library, marae or church • Look out for very young children and elderly relatives and neighbours • Keep prescribed medicines below 25 degrees Celsius or in the refrigerator (read the storage instructions on the packaging) • Take insulated cooler bags to the shops to carry chilled and frozen foods • Never leave food in a hot car • For a hāngī: put perishable food such as meat, dairy products or seafood into a chilly bin with ice packs. Large items (e.g. whole pigs) should be transported in a refrigerated vehicle. This helps prevent the temperature of the kai from rising to the point where harmful microbes will rapidly grow.

If you feel dizzy, weak or have an intense thirst or headache you may be dehydrated. Drink some water and rest in a cool place. Seek help if symptoms persist. Visit your general practice team if you are feeling unwell. You can also phone them 24/7 for free advice from registered nurses.

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Whakaahua Tīpuna/Whānau

This image is part of the Ngāitahu Māori Trust Board Collection NT8 Black and White Photographs and was taken at the opening of the Paparoa National Park in 1987.

The individuals already identified are: Front row (left to right) Barney Manawatu, Maika Mason, and Whetu Tirikatene-Sullivan. If you can name anyone in this photograph (in particular the women on the end of the front row) we would love to hear from you. Please contact Robyn Walsh or Tania Nutira, Ngāi Tahu Archives Unit on 0800 KAI TAHU (0800 524 8248).

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