TPR December 2015 by Te Runanga o Ngai Tahu

WARU/DECEMber 2015

Meri Kirihimete Tēnei marama • Trip to Gallipoli pg 9 • Hut opening at Waipuna Saddle pg 13 • Wedding for Arowhenua whānau pg 16

• Mōhua (yellowhead) transfer to Eglinton Valley pg 27 • Riverton Primary kapa haka award pg 29 • Pictures of Hui-ā-Iwi 2015 celebrations pg 39-42

Nā te Kaiwhakahaere E ngā mate huhua o te motu, ka tangihia koutou. Hanatu atu rā ki te kāinga wairua i te rangi, ki ngā mātua tīpuna, ki te korōriatanga o Te Atua. Okioki mai rā koutou. Rātou te hunga wairua ki a rātou. Tātou te urupā kanohi o rātou mā ki a tātou. E te iwi whānui, tēnā rā koutou katoa. Nāia te mihi kau atu i runga i ngā tini āhuatanga o te wā.

show. Also to our Te Ika a Māui relations, Troy Kingi, Rob Ruha, Ria Hall, Maisey Rika, Beau Monga and the Modern Māori Quintet, thank you for coming down to celebrate our hui with us. Ngā manaakitanga ki a koutou katoa. Also I would like to take this opportunity to mihi and celebrate Tā Tipene O’Regan’s achievement in receiving the Aoraki Matatū Supreme Award at the Ngāi Tahu Reo Māori Awards. Tā Tipene received the award for his contribution to te reo Māori and Ngāi Tahutanga revitalisation. E te rangatira, nāia te iwi e whakamānawa atu nei.

Āraiteuru nā koutou te iwi i manaaki mai, ā, ko koutou a runga. Kātahi nā te hui ko tēnā. Mei kore te whakatangetange riaka, mei kore te mahi ngātahi e kore rawa te Hui-ā-Iwi i eke panuku, i eke tangaroa. Ka nui te owha, ka nui te whakamiha.

Moeraki, Puketeraki and Ōtākou, you did us proud! Thank you so much for hosting a very successful event and we look forward to future events in your takiwā. Ka nui te mariri ki a koutou katoa o Āraiteuru.

I would have to say 2015 has been an exhilarating and exciting year. It started off with a big celebration with Te Matatini and finished off with another big celebration – Hui-ā-Iwi.

We have had so much to celebrate as an iwi this year including the development of iwi initiatives and projects to support and enable our whānau.

Hui-ā-Iwi was a great way for us to celebrate our Ngāi Tahutanga. It was such an awesome hui and was enjoyed by all who attended. The hui was jam-packed with performances, wānanga, forums and activities, including Shotover Jet rides and bus tours around Dunedin. I particularly enjoyed the kaumātua breakfast where once again I got to wear a pinny and serve tea, much to the amusement of our cheeky kaumātua. The Hākui exhibition, Ngāi Tahu Reo Māori Awards, and Ngāi Tahu Toi Māori Exhibition were also stand out events, and we were spoilt for choice at the kai and information stalls.

Therefore I would like to take this opportunity to acknowledge and thank all the staff of Te Rūnanga Group for their commitment and hard work throughout the year. On behalf of the iwi we truly appreciate the work you do for the people – e rere nei ko te whakamiha me te aroha ki a koutou. On a final note whānau, enjoy your summer break. Look after each other, enjoy quality time with whānau and friends and above all be safe.

One very important component of Hui-ā-Iwi was the launch of the Ngāi Tahu Pēpi Packs. These packs contain beautiful clothes for pēpi, books, a piece of pounamu and a scroll with baby’s whakapapa, which is all placed in a wahakura (flax pod). We have received only positive feedback from whānau, other iwi and Māori organisations across the motu. Congratulations to the Mātauranga team for developing this amazing resource.

Meri Kirihimete me ngā mihi o te Tau Hou ki a koutou katoa. Kia tau te rangimārie me ngā manaakitanga o te wāhi ngaro ki runga i a koutou.

No wrap-up of the hui would be complete without mentioning the Showcase and concert. I continue to be astounded at the talent we have within the iwi. I thoroughly enjoyed all the performances and mihi to each performer and groups for an awesome time and

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Complete the attached Automatic Payment form now and return to us at Whai Rawa, or forward to your bank. * Matched savings and distributions payments from Te Rūnanga include Retirement Scheme3Contribution Tax. Cut off date for contributions is 31 December. For more information about this or to sign someone up to Whai Rawa, contact us for a copy of the new investment statement.

Te Rūnanga o Kaikōura Kaikōura Māori Warden training

From 5-7 September, the Kaikōura Māori Wardens group hosted police training at Takahanga Marae. Ōtautahi mahi coordinator, Jacqui Te Wani and warranted warden, Lennie Smith and Garry Te Wani (Jnr), brought eight of their trainees up from Christchurch for the training session. The weather was perfect, the yummy kai was in abundance, and the views from the marae were breathtaking. The kāinga made us feel like we belonged there. Ngā Wātene Māori katoa.

Te Rūnanga o Ngāti Waewae Rā whānau

Happy birthday to everybody celebrating a birthday this month and aroha mai if we have missed anyone. Aroha Blacktopp, Caroline Parker, Chela Mason, Dane Tumahai, Francois Tumahai, Honey Tauwhare, Huck Tainui, Helena Mason, Jamie Whittle, Judith Turanga, Kaleb Mason, Karen Mason, Kim Mason, Missy Campbell, Ned Tauwhare, Santana Tainui, Shaquelle Culling, Tahlay Meihana Eiffe, Tenaya Meihana Eiffe and Tauwera Weepu.

Congratulations

Each of the 18 Papatipu Rūnanga were able to nominate their own te reo champion on behalf of their rūnanga. Te Rua was nominated for his commitment and dedication to te reo Māori on our marae, from holding the mana on our paepae to his all-round passion for the language.

The Kotahi Mano Kāika Reo Awards 2015 were hosted in Dunedin on Friday 20 November during the Hui-ā-Iwi 2015 celebrations. Our rūnanga nominated Te Rua Mason as our te reo champion for Te Pā Whakawairua Award.

Hui-ā-Iwi 2015

On Friday 20 November, Hui-ā-Iwi began. It was time for all the whānau to get in their waka and take the long drive down to Ōtepoti to meet and gather with the rest of Ngāi Tahu. We hope everyone is back home safely and well rested after their fun-filled weekend. It was beautiful to see the whānau on stage during their kapa haka performances.

Te Rua Mason giving his kōrero on the paepae at the Hui-ā-Iwi pōwhiri.

Waewae whānau backstage before Te Atakura.

Waitaiki at art exhibition

Our beautiful Waitaiki is on display as part of the Hākui Exhibition at the Otago Museum. She will be on display for six months. Carved by our cuzzy, Turi Gibb, he spent a lot of his time making this wahine ātaahua come to life in our precious taonga.

If you missed the unveiling please find the time to go see her if you are down that way – she is definitely a sight to see.

Ranui Ngarimu and Lisa Tumahai at the exhibition opening.

Waitaiki.

Turi Gibb also carved special taonga for our tāua which were made out of the same stone. Ngā mihi ki a koe Turi Gibb for all your hard work and time – it has all paid off.

Te Pūkenga Atawhai

A week-long Māori education course at Arahura Marae has helped instil confidence in Department of Conservation (DoC) staff from Te Waipounamu when visiting marae and working with Māori people. About forty-five DoC workers from around the South Island took part in workshops on Māori culture and protocols. DoC workers from as far south as Franz Josef to Nelson/ Marlborough spent the week learning te reo Māori introductions, role-playing of Māori legends specific to Arahura, and performing their speeches and songs in te reo Māori. Poutini Kāi Tahu representative on DoC, Rauhine Coakley was a great advocate for our marae as she was able to assist the rōpū in sharing and building networks and relationships.

The rōpū in front of our whare tipuna, Tūhuru.

Rūnanga business

We welcome contributions from whānau for Te Pānui Rūnaka, so please send us your stories and photos to: Nelly.Mason@ngaitahu.iwi.nz or phone: 03 755 6451; or visit the tari anytime. Ngā mihi nui ki a koutou katoa.

Rūnanga hui are held every second Sunday of each month from 11am-3pm. For enquiries please contact te tari o Arahura and phone 03 755 6451, or email admin@ngatiwaewae.org.nz 5

Te Rūnanga o Makaawhio Kāi Tahu Whānui, tēnā koutou katoa. Nei rā te mihi o Kāti Māhaki ki Makaawhio ki a koutou katoa.

November proved to be just as busy as other months, and as you will have noted from our maramataka, December is stacking up to be another busy one.

Nei rā hoki te mihi poroporoaki ki kā mate huhua kua hika mai, kua hika atu. Kua hīkoi atu ki te taha o kā mātua tīpuna ki tua o te ārai, haere, haere, haere atu rā. Moe mai koutou i te rakimārie. Moe mai koutou i te rakimārie. Rātou ki a rātou, tātou anō ki a tātou.

We recently had our last hui rūnanganui (executive meeting) for the year, our hākari kaumātua on 5 December and our Xmas pool party on 13 December; this was followed by a blessing for the new Department of Conservation offices the day before in Waiau.

Tēnā anō tātou katoa, not a lot has changed here on Te Tai o Poutini weatherwise. The spring weather has been as unpredictable as ever. Although, one could start to question whether winter has actually finished, as there have been some pretty spectacular days here on the coast.

A small contingent of Kāti Māhaki members made the journey down to Ōtepoti to attend Hui-ā-Iwi this year and they thoroughly enjoyed the event. Thanks to Jo Baxter and whānau for hosting and looking after our crew. E kore kā mihi e mutu.

Whitebait season finished with mixed reports from whānau about whether it was a good or bad season, but from a taste perspective, it’s definitely been a good season.

Unfortunately, due to another kaupapa that clashed with the awards, our recipient of the Makaawhio Te Pā Whakawairua – Marae Reo Champion for this year, Richard Wallace, was unable to attend the KMK Reo Māori Awards – Te Hokowhitu Toa o Te Reo held on 20 November in Dunedin. His award was collected on his behalf.

Mahitahi-Bruce Bay.

Kāti Māhaki whānau outside the Hui-a-Iwi venue. From left, Eva Scott-Keen, Mata Holliday and Marie Mahuika Forsyth.

Upoko Rūnaka, Richard Wallace.

Some of our whānau who made the trip down to Hui-ā-Iwi.

He pēpi

Announcing the arrival of another South Westland lad, Beau Jack Ian Condon, who made a hasty entrance on 5 August. Beau is the son of Nikki-Leigh Wilson-Beazley (daughter of Kara Edwards and Terrance Beazley) and Hayden Condon, who both hail from the Mahitahi Valley in South Westland. He is also welcomed by his big brother, Nixon-Paitoto, many aunts, uncles, cousins, grandparents, great-grand parents and one great-great kuia.

Congratulations also to Joshua Mahuika and Grace Stephen, who welcomed a new addition to their whānau earlier this month. Ryder David Mahuika, pictured here with big brother Kylin was born on 12 November.

Baby Beau.

Kylin holding baby Ryder.

Congratulations

Congratulations to Maaka Mahuika, (son of Nicole Wilson and Brent Mahuika, both of Makaawhio descent) who was awarded sportsman of the year at Nelson Boys College. E tama, ka mau te wehi. He wrote, “I won the award because I have succeeded in the majority of my sports. My biggest accomplishment was in rugby league where I was made the captain of the regional team and also trialling for the South Island rugby league team. I also played other sports like touch and rugby union. I am looking forward to more sporting opportunities next year.” Congratulations also to our Upoko Rūnaka, Richard Wallace whose contribution to te reo here on Te Tai o Poutini over a long period of time, was finally recognised at the KMK Reo Māori Awards in Dunedin. Nei rā te mihi ki a koe, e te pōua.

Maaka with his special award.

Māhaki Mātauraka scholarships

The scholarships are open to students attending or intending to attend secondary boarding school (especially Māori boarding schools) and agreeing to a set of criteria aimed at demonstrating commitment to kaupapa Māori, our rūnaka and iwi.

Last month, the rūnaka launched our new scholarships focused on rakatahi development, leadership and building cultural capacity. Applications are now being called for the 2016 school year for our pūtea tautoko – ‘Whaia te Mātauraka.’

If you wish to see the criteria and/or lodge an application, please contact the office urgently, as there will be a very short application period.

Christmas office hours

Our office will close on Monday 21 December and will reopen 11 January 2016. Any messages or queries made during this time, will be answered as soon as the office opens.

He pānui

The whānau of John William and Hera (Te Koeti) Bannister are in the process of replacing the headstone of John and his daughter Margaret Sampson who are buried side-by-side in the Hokitika cemetery. We would like to involve as many of their extended whānau as possible. If you would like further information, please email: kate.scott@kinect.co.nz. Nā Michael Scott.

Maramataka

Marae open day This year, to acknowledge Waitangi Day, we will be holding an open day at the marae on 6 February. The day will start with a pōwhiri around 10.30am and will end with poroporoaki around 5.30pm at the latest. We have a number of workshops planned, along with a hāngī to feed the masses. The day is open to everyone, if you want to come and spend the long weekend with us, Te Tauraka Waka a Māui will be the place to be. Nau mai, haere mai.

Mark your calendars. If you need more information, please contact the office. Nau mai, haere mai. Executive meeting Our last hui rūnanganui was held at our wharemahi in Hokitika on 28 November. Next year’s hui schedule is yet to be confirmed. Annual Christmas pool party We held our annual Christmas pool party on Sunday 13 December at the Hokitika Centennial Pool. Whānau were invited to join us at the pool for a fun-filled, politics free afternoon with their tamariki and rakatahi. There were games, prizes and giveaways as well as an early visit from Hana Kōkō.

Makaawhio picnic and sports day After our open day we will head back to Hokitika on 7 February to prepare for our annual picnic day and sports day held at Woodstock Domain, Rimu on 8 February. Make a note of this in your calendar now whānau and save the date.

Kūmara Races Mark 9 January 2016 in your calendars and come and join us at the Kūmara Races. Put on your glad rags, bring your own food and drinks and come and have a fun day. You’ll find our tent close to the finish line. Hui-ā-Tau (AGM) 2016 Mark your calendars now – Saturday 8 October 2016.

Hokitika Races The Hokitika Races will be held on 13 January (midweek), following the Kūmara Races. The Hokitika Races are a half-day event starting at 10am. We’ll have a tent and the barbeque, so bring your own food and drinks and join us for another day at the races.

Whānau at our last Makaawhio picnic and sports day.

Keeping in contact

Our recent mail-outs have resulted in a lot of returned mail, which means our efforts to ensure our membership database is up-to-date, still needs plenty of work. Members can help by contacting the office and checking we have your correct address and email contact details for you, your tamariki and/or your mokopuna. Facebook: makaawhio.blogspot.co.nz; Twitter: @makaawhio; phone: 03 755 7885, email: susan.wallace@ngaitahu. iwi.nz or Rachael.forsyth@ngaitahu.iwi.nz Before closing, I would like to extend our season’s greeting to everyone on behalf of Te Rūnanga o Makaawhio. May you have a joyous, restful and safe holiday season. He mihi manahau, he mihi matakuikui, he mihi mō te kirihimete me te tau hou ki a koutou katoa. Mā te Atua koutou e manaaki, e tiaki hoki. Mauri ora.

Te Hapū o Ngāti Wheke Congratulations

Congratulations to Doug and Elaine Couch, who recently celebrated their 60th Diamond Anniversary.

The happy couple.

Trip to Gallipoli

Nik Randle (Manihera/Paipeta whānau) along with his partner Kim Hotop, recently returned from a lengthy trip overseas that included Turkey, Spain and India.

The following morning Nik went back to the high grounds of Chunuk Bair and walked the trails and ridges down to the beach at ANZAC Cove. Once there he placed kōhatu pebbles (brought from Rāpaki) in the water and gathered some to bring home, where they are to be placed in the water at Rāpaki beach. He describes this as a simple gesture to symbolise the unity of two distant lands separated by the same ocean.

While away Nik and Kim spent time visiting the Gallipoli Battlefields National Park to further Nik’s research into the men from Rāpaki who served at Gallipoli in WW1. As the offensive for Chunuk Bair began during early August 1915, Nik’s great-uncle, Waitere Manihera was killed in action, at the same time another great-uncle, Harry Paipeta was wounded.

The visit to Gallipoli was also a special time for Kim as her grandfather had been wounded in action at the same time as he served in the Otago Mounted Rifles. After the war he returned to NZ, settling on a farm at Moeraki.

Nik has uncovered a personal account from Harry Paipeta where he tells how the two men were side-by-side as they climbed out of a Turkish trench. In his prior research Nik located the specific area where this occurred, where he recited karakia and performed haka.

During the Chunuk Bair offensive Māori Contingent soldiers were assigned to join the Otago and Wellington Mounted Rifle units, where Māori and Pākehā fought side by side. Being at the Gallipoli Battlefields was the fulfilment of a goal for Nik and a fitting conclusion to many years of research. He says, although it was a satisfying experience it was filled with mixed emotions, particularly the sorrowful reflections regarding the frivolous waste of lives and futures as a result of war.

Waitere Manihera (23) is remembered on the New Zealand (NZ) monument at Chunuk Bair, but Nik’s research points to him being buried on the battlefield by his comrades the morning after he fell. On the first day of their Gallipoli visit, Nik and Kim visited many key ANZAC battle sites and urupā, absorbing all the information given to them by their renowned local guide. Of particular interest were some of the human stories.

Nick beside the NZ monument at Chunuk Bair.

Visiting Anzac Cove.

Office hours

The office will be closed from 24 December until 11 January 2016. From all the staff at Te Hapū o Ngāti Wheke, we wish you and yours, a very Merry Christmas and a safe and prosperous New Year.

Te Ngāi Tūāhuriri Rūnanga Congratulations

Introducing the newly appointed Upoko mō te hapū o Ngāi Tūāhuriri, Dr Rawiri Te Maire Tau (16 November 2015). Ko te amorangi ki mua, ko te hāpai ō ki muri.

Ngāi Tūāhuriri whānau and their Upoko (centre) outside the marae.

Ngā Uri o Metapere ki Arahura

5. Intermingling with our Arahura whānau, particularly the crack-up kaumātua who I know had a wonderful time with us too.

Well, what a fantastic whānau hui that was. Uri o Metapere Ngawini Barrett spent Show Weekend on the West Coast absorbing as much Ngāti Waewae kōrero, whakapapa, whakawhanaungatanga and kai as we could, and we loved every minute of it. We had a thoroughly enjoyable trip over the hills to Arahura, where we had the chance to reignite our flames with the ahi kā.

E kore te puna aroha e mimiti ki a koutou Ngāti Waewae. Nei rā te mihi a ngā uri o Metapere Ngawini Barrett ki a koutou te ahi kā o Arahura.

Reading over the evaluation forms the highlights for our whānau hui were: 1.

Seeing our whare tūpuna, Tūhuru, staying on our marae and learning about the kōrero of those who adorn the marae 2. The ‘I Spy’ game and the awards night 3. Looking for pounamu along our awa, Arahura 4. Learning about our whakapapa and our connection through Tāua Metapere to the West Coast

Our whānau together outside Tūhuru.

News from the marae

Hello one and all. Nice to talk to you all again. We have been very lucky, but condolences to everyone who have lost loved ones. Also, let’s look on the bright side of things as we merge into Christmas and go shopping for our wonderful children.

Also, I think those who have the rusty railing need a shine up too. No, I’m not growling, I’m only moaning.

Yes, the All Blacks game, wasn’t it thrilling? I’m sure you must be sick of hearing about the All Blacks, as we know that they are champions – so we’ll leave it at that.

On 14 November, ‘Snappy Sam’ celebrated his birthday – 70 years young, ‘Sam Hoeta’. What a wonderful day, we talked, ate, drank, sang, laughed. Meeting all his wonderful sisters from up north and nieces and of course our wonderful Tuki and her daughters – they were so lovely. And, our wonderful caterers – ‘The three Queens’, and of course, our Benj, Mel, Mathias and Barry. All of the speeches were wonderful. Even Rex spoke wonderfully, oh and what do you know, he was the sober driver for his brother, Edward. I also noticed he was drinking beer, but, mostly cups of tea. “Wasn’t that lovely” – I bet he gave it hell when he got back to Ted’s in Rangiora.

We are still busy at the marae, plenty to do, plenty of hui, meetings and stuff to repair.

On Sunday 18 November, we had a Hāhi Rātana hui, whakamoemiti then lunch, followed by a hui meeting and dinner. Everyone was asked to bring a boil-up for dinner. Wow, the pots that arrived, what a feast! We had pork bones, mutton birds, salt cuttings, all kinds of meats, cabbage, pūhā, watercress, vegies, and there were lots left over, so Kimmy plated kai for everyone to take home. Aroha Hohipera Reriti-Crofts will give you all the gossip on that hui. It was so wonderful – it was all about the Hāhi Rātana. There were things that I didn’t know, but Aroha and the Āpotoro explained everything.

The weather hasn’t been very nice but who cares, stay home it’s warmer. I’m looking forward to going home to my own house for Christmas, as I have not been there since the Christchurch earthquakes, but whānau are getting it done pronto. I’m sure family are sick of me living out of a suitcase in their houses (no they’re not). So if you want to come and have Christmas with me, just come along it would be lovely. Otherwise, if you don’t come along, all have a lovely Christmas and a Happy New Year. I’ll have the bottle of brandy ready if you decide to call in and the wine.

Of course, if you go to church you will learn eh? I would always forget there was church (liar). Well people we have got some more glassware, so keep your hands off. What I mean is use them, just don’t take them ok? Our gardens are looking good, so is our urupā, but the graves themselves want cleaning (I should talk). Never mind boys, I’ll be cleaning you before Christmas.

So till next time, happy cheers everyone and lots of aroha. Luv you all, K.K.K.

Te Hāhi Rātana – Tuahiwi Pāriha

Te Māramatanga, the official Rātana website, Te Kawenata and Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

On Sunday 8 November, Te Hāhi Rātana was celebrated at our marae at Tuahiwi with a study and learning wānanga.

We had a most enjoyable day with many stories shared by not only mōrehu but also whanaunga who follow other faiths, and we ended our day with shared boil-up of many varieties.

Mōrehu selected items that went onto the whiteboard for questioning, discussion and debate such as the history of the eighth day of November in 1918, when the Anahera Pono came to Tahu Pōtiki Wiremu Rātana with messages from Ihoa and to test him, his wife, Urumanao (Te Whaea o te katoa) and his tamariki with many trials and tribulations.

Our next wānanga in the New Year will be a training wānanga for new recruits and revision for Ngā Pou o te Hāhi. Congratulations to James Seymour from Wharekauri who on 25 January 2016 will receive his certificate at the Rātana Pā, from the Tumuaki o te Hāhi for Āpotoro Rēhita at his Whakawāhi in the Temepara.

Our day began with whakamoemiti, introduction of Ngā Pou o te Hāhi and Harirū , which was then followed by shared kai.

Congratulations also to Michael Frances Bennett (Āpotoro Akonga), Iola Bennett (Kātipa) and Reimona Crofts (Kātipa).

Topics of discussion for study were: Kaupapa (rules) o te Hāhi, Te Ture Wairua, Te Ture Tangata, Te Whetū Marama (tohu),Te Tokotoru Tapu, Ngā Anahera Pono, Te Māngai, Āpotoro Akonga, Āpotoro Wairua, Āpotoro Rēhita, Āwhina, Rōpū Raupō, Te reo, Kātipa,

Noho ora mai, Aroha H Reriti-Crofts CBE JP, co-chairperson, Tuahiwi Pāriha.

A JOURNEY IN LIFE of WARRIORS OF EMOTION (Title by Barbara Bowen and Rosa Gillespie)

It doesn’t matter how heavy the load It’s our responsibility to carry down the road And when we’ve released then nothing owed Time to move on to – The next episode

When the golden dawn streams in as light Shadows of the dark have no need to fight Each with their own purpose no wrong or right Like the sun and moon – Day and night

With so much chaos that’s happening around We can get so caught up our emotions are wound For those that are caught in the battleground We are here – And in love we surround

What we carry around and choose to let go If it’s not respected how do we grow Don’t look for sufferings that bring you low Be like the tides that - Ebb and flow

The dark will keep coming it’s not a threat The peaceful warriors have no regret They rise above and offer the sunset In words of remembrance - Lest we forget. Nā Lesel Flutey.

We all have our obstacles we need to face Needing to distant and have our own space And if in doing so we find wisdom and grace Then the start and finish – A different place

Wairewa Rūnanga Tēnā tātou katoa, he tika kia mihi atu ki a rātou kua wehe atu ki te pō, rātou katoa kua kapo i te rika kaha o aituā, ā, rātou hoki i mate i kā pakaka nui o te ao, te tini me te mano o Kāi Tātou te iwi Māori i hikahika rā i kā motu kē o te ao, e pōua mā, e tāua mā, haere atu rā, haere atu rā, moe mai rā i te manaakitaka o ō koutou atua. Nā reira e te uri o Tāne Rore hoake rā i tō waka, e kore rawa e warewaretia. Nō reira, waiho rātou ki a rātou, ko tātou ki a tātou, tānā anō tātou katoa.

i kā whata kai, kā waka tio i ēnei rā, ki te kai, ki te mīti, ki te mātaitai, hai whākai i kā whanauka i kā rā o kā hararei. Kua whakarauawatia kā waka mō kā haere ki tāwhiti. I ēnei rā kua rapua he taea hou, he tiwhikete ora mō kā motokā. Heoti anō kua piri anō a Hine Raumati ki a Tama nui te Rā, kua wera anō kā raki, ā, kāore e roa ka tau mai anō ka waewae o Hana Kōkō ki ia whare hai mihi mō te Kirihimete. Kia pai te Kirihimete, kia pai hoki te tau hōu, ā, ko kā manaakitaka o kā atua ki a tātou katoa i kā hararei nei. Mauri ora ki a tātou.

Kua tīmata te harakeke ki te puāwai, ka muia i konei e te tūī me te korimako. Kua takatī te whānau ki te whakakī

Unveiling and whānau reunion

Tēnā koutou katoa e te whānau, whānui. Nau mai, haere mai ki te whakarangatira i te hurahanga kōhatu o to tātou tupuna whaea.

So now we thank her once again for guiding us home, so we can reconnect with our Ngāi Tahu heritage. We are holding a reunion to celebrate her life, research our Ngāi Tahu whakapapa and enjoy the many other activities.

We wish to extend a warm invitation to our whānau and friends to attend the unveiling of our beloved Mum’s (Natalie Mary Elizabeth Hawkins née Tini) headstone and the Tini/Hawkins whānau reunion.

Her unveiling will be held on Boxing Day, 26 December 2015 commencing at 11am at Makō Marae, Wairewa.

Natalie was the second youngest daughter of Walter Tini and Nellie Kipa of Little River, Wairewa. She loved growing up in this small village, but when she was orphaned at a young age, she was sent to live at Rātana Pā, Whanganui. Marrying Meihana Hawkins of Mōhaka, Ngāti Kahungunu meant she lived her entire adult life in the North Island where she had eight children, 23 moko and 40+ great and great-great moko. However, it was always her wish for us to take her home to Little River when it was her time. Natalie Mary Elizabeth Hawkins.

Other planned activities are sightseeing excursions to Akaroa, Okains Bay, Birdling’s Flat, and other parts of Canterbury. We are also holding a sports day survivor series, carnival and joining in with the Little River community for celebrations on New Year’s Eve.

If you’d like more information, please contact Natalie Togia or Nellie-Ann Rerekura, email: n.ormsby@xtra.co.nz or nellerere@gmail.com

Rod Donald Hut opening (Waipuna Saddle) A perfectly still and sunny day marked the official opening of the Rod Donald Hut just below Waipuna on Saturday 7 November, in the takiwā of Kāti Irakehu and Kāti Makō.

Iaean Cranwell opened the speeches, followed by Rod Donald Banks Peninsula Trust Chair, Simon Mortlock, who is also an independent on the Te Kete o Wairewa board. Hinewai Reserve’s Manager, Hugh Wilson reminisced about his early tramping experiences on the Banks Peninsula, when as a child he caught the train to Lyttelton, then the ferry to Diamond Harbour, before walking up into the hills to stay at several huts.

It was ten years to the day that Rod Donald’s life was cut tragically short and his father, David, wife, Nicola Shirlaw and daughters, Zoe, Holly and Emma were all in attendance to commemorate the passionate environmentalist and Green Party MP that the hut is named for, and to celebrate the Rod Donald Banks Peninsula Trust’s work in purchasing and fitting out the hut for public use.

Hugh’s childhood experiences symbolise the Trust’s hopes and that of Wairewa Rūnanga also, that our tamariki will walk in the footsteps of ancestors and experience the incredibly beautiful environment of Te Pātaka o Rākaihautū.

Āpotoro, James Robinson lead the whakatūwhera of the hut, supported by Tāua Pollyann Panirau, Maire Kipa and Iaean Cranwell. After the whakatūwhera of the hut, all the manuhiri had their first opportunity to view the interior of the hut, before being refreshed with food and cold drinks.

Wairewa Rūnanga will be promoting this hut amongst our own whānau, and to get our tamariki out and exploring Te Pātaka o Rākaihautū and using the hut. Also a big thank you to the Rod Donald Banks Peninsula Trust’s manager, Suky Thompson for organising a wonderful day. Ka wani kē.

Onlookers watch the lifting of the tapu.

Whānau standing outside the hut.

The hīkoi to the hut.

Āpotoro, James pointing his house out to David and Zoe Donald.

Te Taumutu Rūnanga Hororātā Highland Games 2015

Justice cleansed the ceremony with fire poi and a fire stick. No one would have known that 10 minutes earlier it was just about all off because one of the littlest of the crew didn’t have a piupiu and a tantrum was brewing.

An estimated 10,000 people attended the fifth Highland Games in Hororātā on Saturday 7 November. Proudly dressed in kilts or sporting tartans, people turned out to celebrate their Scottish heritage, to hurl haggis, toss poles, lift stones, dance, play the bagpipes and to run the kilted mile.

Once we had sorted a piupiu trade with one of the other kids and wrapped the smallest piupiu around his tiny waist about four or five times, Master Pura conceded to standing in the row and did his haka – crisis averted – helped of course by a last minute bribe of ice creams all round they went out and were ‘O’ for awesome.

Our whānau of Ngāi Te Ruahikihiki ki Taumutu were there to help welcome the chief and to add to the vibrancy of the day.

We thoroughly enjoyed the day and the connections some of us Māori-Scots made with our Scottish roots. Looking forward to next year’s festivities.

Dressed in full kapa haka uniform our tamariki performed a rousing haka pōwhiri and Savanah and

Final mural blessing

Absolutely stunning work – we were privileged to be able to support him on the final part of this particular journey, and we can’t wait to see what the next great adventure will be.

Whakarangatira te mauri tū o te tangata, auē, auē hā. Ngā maioha o neherā oho ake, oho ake rā. Whakahuatia ake ko wai te rangatira o runga, ko Rākaihautū, ko Rākaihautū. Tau mai rā te mauri, tau mai rā Te Kete Ika a Rākaihautū.

Awesome, awesomeness cousin. We were also humbled to be joined by our taiaha boys. Christchurch rumbled again (just for a very short time)…with the sound of the fierce haka of our young toa. Ka wani kē koutou.

It was a superb Saturday morning in Christchurch, as whānau, whānui gathered to be part of the blessing of cousin Te Mairiki William’s last mural, Te Kete Ika a Rākaihautū, at the Hub in Hornby.

Te Mairiki Williams.

The last taonga panel to be blessed in Hornby.

Te Atakura at Hui-ā-Iwi 2015

Once again, the stage was full as Taumutu together with Rāpaki and members of Te Ahikaaroa stood together at this year’s Hui-ā-Iwi. Looking resplendent as always, their combined performance was awe inspiring. Thanks to Puamiria Parata-Goodall for once again pulling everyone together each Sunday for practices and to our performers for your continued involvement in this annual event. Taumutu ‘Twins’ kaumātua, Daphne O’Connell and Margaret Jones.

Our wonderful combined group who took to the stage for Te Atakura.

Te Rūnanga o Koukourārata Congratulations

In early August, Environment Canterbury was delighted to welcome new Commissioner Elizabeth Cunningham, filling the vacancy left by the resignation of Donald Couch earlier in the year.

“The current organisation is listening and it’s exciting to see community stakeholders involved, especially through the Zone Committees,” she says. “The Commissioners are working hard for the best interests of Canterbury and it’s a privilege to be part of this exceptional team of people. I’m looking forward to what we’re going to achieve together in the next 12 months.” Story courtesy of Environment Canterbury.

Elizabeth has the full support of Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu and is excited to be back at Environment Canterbury, having served as a Councilor from 20042007. A lifelong commitment to the health sector, and in particular advocating for the improvement of Māori health, has seen Elizabeth devote herself to serving many communities at a local, regional and national level. For Elizabeth, it is impossible to separate health and the environment, “If people don’t have clean air and clean water, and we’re not safeguarding our natural resources for future generations in the spirit of kaitiakitanga, how can we have good health,” she says. Much progress has been made at Environment Canterbury in recent years, and Elizabeth has already observed many changes from her term as a councilor.

Elizabeth Cunningham.

Pānui contributions

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Calling for alternate representative nominations

Te Rūnanga o Koukourārata invites applicants for the position of alternate representative for Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu. Applications must be in writing and meet the application criteria of the Koukourārata Electoral Process. Applications must be received by 5pm on Thursday 14 January 2016. Please contact Marion Crofts, Te Rūnanga o Koukourārata for a copy of the nomination form and criteria. Contact details: 71 Corsair Drive, Wigram. Phone: 03 365 3281 or email: koukourarata@ngaitahu.iwi.nz

Ōnuku Rūnanga Wharekai opening

In the November issue of Te Pānui Rūnaka, Ōnuku Rūnanga said the opening of our new wharekai would be on 6 February 2016 – the same day as the Treaty Fest – this was incorrect. Ōnuku Rūnanga will be holding a hapū blessing of the new wharekai before the 6 February 2016, then later in the year will be holding a celebration hui of our wharekai. Nā Rik Tainui, chairperson, Ōnuku Rūnanga.

Te Rūnanga o Arowhenua Ngā mate

Aunty Rosealia (Dale), Spencer Hema and Anahera Kaio.

Congratulations

Lee Cox from Kaiapoi, son of Stuart Cox nō Tuahiwi and the late Mary Riria Cox (née Bartlett) nō Hinemauria and Crete Cox (née Pirini) from Murihiku, daughter of Mateka Dawn Pirini née Anglem nō Temuka and the late Frances Tautuhi o Rongo o Warohiko Pirini nō Te Kaha celebrated their wedding on Saturday 7 November 2015 at Ōuruhia Hall, Belfast.

The day and night, from the gorgeous makeup by Chantal Tumahai nō Ngāti Waewae; the beautiful weather; and delicious food cooked by the Morgan whānau of Ōnuku was that to remember and shared with our friends, families and tamariki – Ātaahua Vania Pirini (11), Mary-Mateka Cox (5) and Sean Arapata Cox (2).

They were married by the beautiful Fern Whitau nō Moeraki. Crete was escorted by her Uncle David Higgins nō Moeraki and walked down the aisle by her two eldest brothers, Lance and Sean Pirini who reside in Perth, Australia.

Thank you to all who helped us make the day unforgettable, and to all our friends and whānau who travelled from afar.

From left, Mary-Mateka Cox, Ātaahua Vania Pirini and Mateka Dawn Pirini.

Lee and Crete with celebrant, Fern Whitau.

Professional development noho report

During the first week of October, Suzy Waaka and Anna Reihana from WAVE (Wellbeing & Vitality in Education) organised two days of professional development at the marae for staff who work with youth from the Community College and the YMCA.

and inspiring presentation from Hana O’Regan and Nathan Mikaere Wallis, which was called Tai timu, tai pari Whakatūria te tumu o Taiohi. Hana and Nathan took us on a journey that looked at who our taiohi are, what they need, how we can be more engaging and effective teachers and how we can provide an environment that supports their learning.

The aim was to equip participants with a better understanding of important elements that underpin the lives and identities of their Māori students, so that as tutors and mentors, they are more able to engage and support in a meaningful way.

They are both passionate and inspiring presenters who not only provided valuable information but also gave us some concrete ideas on how to better serve taiohi who come to learn. After the presentation our hui finished with a poroporoaki.

Day one began with a pōwhiri and whakawhanautanga, followed by some local history. In the afternoon we got a little more hands-on, making and practicing poi, harakeke and getting physical as we learned some traditional Māori games.

There are many people who contributed to making this such an amazing experience. Our thanks go to Gwen and Jayne for their efficiency and for making this experience possible (and relatively painless). To Ash Bower and the kaimahi team, your kai was outstanding. To Jocelyn Torepe and Kalenia and Ngahuia Te Rahui Harris, thank you for passing on your skills and knowledge. And lastly, thank you to Tewera and Suzy for making this such a fantastic experience for everyone. We would all do it again in a heartbeat.

After a fabulous dinner we set up the wharenui and snuggled down for an enjoyable pakiwaitara from Tewera and Suzy – there is nothing better than a few good stories before bed. Day two began with a tasty breakfast, we then tidied up the wharenui and had a tour around the marae and the surrounding area. This was followed by an informative

Guest speakers Hana O’Regan and Nathan Mikaere Wallis.

Learning how to use the poi.

Listening to Hana and Nathan’s presentation.

The ladies feeling comfortable and cosy and ready for a moe.

Participant’s report from noho

Kia ora koutou, my name is Robin McKee. I am originally from South Africa and I work as a youth advisor at the Community College in Timaru.

patterns in the stories, along with so many other myths and legends from around the world (I have a long standing fascination with myths and legends from around the world.)

Recently, I was among those fortunate enough to have been hosted overnight at the marae for two days of professional development related to working with and engaging with young people.

I found that many of the spiritual traditions that I learned about, as well as the grounding of so much of the structure of society, resonated with me. I felt far more connected to what I learned at the marae than what I have felt so far in New Zealand, and I sincerely appreciate the opportunity to share with you. The respect and reverence for God and the world was particularly close to my heart, and I loved the many karakia, which I feel are always right and fitting.

I must admit, I was nervous prior, especially about the pōwhiri after Suzy and Anna told us about what we had to do. However, a little think about where I felt my roots to be, allowed me to own my mihimihi; and then really embrace the idea of recognising where I belong and fit in the scheme of things.

I want to thank you all for the most amazing visit to the marae. It was a spiritual experience for me, and I found myself identifying with so much of Māori culture that is fundamental to me too, which I found surprising and uplifting.

I had not thought of belonging to the mountains and rivers, but have always carried the earth close to my heart, being an incurable conservationist, so it did not take long for their perspective to make profound sense to me.

Thank you to the organisers. Please convey to all concerned my sincere thanks for the most profound experience and the best hospitality I have experienced in New Zealand.

As such, I decided to add a small part of Africa to the koha, which Suzy said she would put in the cabinet at the back. It is a small ostrich made of glass beads and wire, and is an adaptation of an old African craft using modern materials.

It has only been on the marae that I have truly experienced the friendship and hospitality on which New Zealand prides itself. And in the light of Nathan and Hana’s talk, isn’t that ironic?

I really enjoyed all the traditional Māori crafts and games that we learnt, and I felt that the rhythmic beat of the poi (which I will have to practice much more) is a marvellous way for people who have so many other issues, to calm down and de-stress. It really reinforced what we learned from Nathan Mikaere Wallis and Hana O’Regan on the second day too, about needing to be mentally calm for learning to occur.

As a result of this amazing experience I used a karakia from our information pack to start a course I ran on Friday. It helped me centre myself and the participants, and it set a good tone for the whole event. Thank you, baie dankie (Afrikaans) njagibonga gakulu (Zulu) and hlala kahle (go well). Nā Robin McKee.

Te Wera’s pakiwaitara in the evening drew so many threads together for me and I really began to see the

Dates to remember

• Annual close down 17 December – 5 January 2016 • Kura Reo from 11-15 January at Arowhenua Marae • Rūnanga meetings will resume on 14 February 2016 – the venue is to be confirmed.

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Contributions

Canterbury District Health Board

water safety plan for the community to acknowledge the improvements that have already been made to the supply, and to plan for future opportunities.

An Arowhenua Rūnanga Facebook page has been created. We look forward to keeping in regular contact with a wider audience of our whānau. Please note that our web page is still in the development stages.

Do you have any news you would like to share? Let us know and we can can put it in the next Te Pānui Rūnaka? Please include your contact details in case we need to contact you to confirm any details of your story and send to 38 Huirapa St, Arowhenua, Temuka 7920; or email: arowhenua.admin@ngaitahu.iwi.nz

Kathryn Russell, Drinking Water Assistance Programme Facilitator along with the Canterbury District Health Board, visited Arowhenua for the recent consultation hui with the water committee about safe drinking water for the Arowhenua community and the marae. The committee are working with her to review the

Please contact Gwen at the office if you’d be interested in a kōrero with Kathryn about cleaning and disinfecting your onsite storage tanks.

Expressions of interest sought for directors

Te Rūnanga o Arowhenua has manawhenua over the rohe extending from the Waitaki River in the south, to the Rakaia River to the north, to the Southern Alps to the west; and to the coastline and associated foreshore and seabed to the east.

Due to recent changes in the structure of the company, expressions of interest are now being sought for up to seven directors to be appointed to the board of the company. The company is looking to build a board with complementary skills. Particular attributes that are sought include:

The main marae for Arowhenua is at Huirapa Street, Arowhenua, Temuka. Temuka is about 17kms north of Timaru on State Highway 1 in the South Island. There are approximately 9,000 people who whakapapa to Arowhenua.

• Strong core governance skills • A strong affinity with Arowhenua • A mix of investment, management, finance, risk management and legal skills.

The business structure for Arowhenua is that the day-today operations are conducted by Te Rūnanga o Arowhenua Society Incorporated (INC SOC) and the INC SOC is the sole shareholder in Te Rūnanga o Arowhenua Limited (the company).

Further details may be obtained from the chair of the appointments committee, Quentin Hix, phone: 027 473 0813 or email: quentin@quentinhix.co.nz Expressions of interest and CV’s should be emailed to Quentin or sent to PO Box 197, Timaru 7940.

Studying nursing

beautiful children, Sydnie (11) and Jahanna (9), who have both adapted well to my many different shifts and hours during my various hospital placements and travels to Dunedin.

Kia ora tātou, my name is Vanessa Cameron and I have been invited to write a profile for Te Rūnanga o Arowhenua. I am in my final year as an Otago Polytechnic nursing student and I am due to graduate in December with a Bachelor of Nursing degree. I feel excited after four years of intense study.

My whānau have excellent and positive attitudes, and they understood when I at times reluctantly had to leave them, but it has meant I have had to be very organised (and sometimes admittedly, not).

I am currently on my final placement in my chosen elective. In the last nine weeks, I have received plenty of support from the wonderful and knowledgeable team of registered nurses at the Arowhenua Whānau Services Primary Health Clinic. I am thoroughly enjoying my learning experience here alongside the great team at the King Street office.

My future career aspirations are to continue nursing in the primary health sector. I also feel passionate about nursing with a holistic approach, treating each person as a whole, with feelings rather than just ‘a body to fix’ – that is what makes this placement very special. I am proud to be of Māori descent and to whakapapa to Arowhenua Marae, which has made this a great personal journey of learning more of my own ancestory and returning to my whenua. I now feel a great sense of tūrangawaewae.

On the whole, I have enjoyed nursing training with its many humorous and challenging moments, and most of all, the rewards that come with knowing I can be so involved in helping people in their journey towards achieving optimum health.

For now, I am feeling excited and a little nervous as I head towards my state final exam and thereafter. I can’t wait until I finally (all going well) get to don the ‘cap and gown’ at graduation. E noho ora mai, Vanessa Cameron.

I have been lucky and proud to receive plenty of understanding from family, friends and my supportive partner, Lance. I am also the proud mother of our two

Te Rūnanga o Waihao Ngā mate

To all our whānau suffering the loss of loved one at this time, Waihao Rūnanga extends its deepest sympathy.

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

Rā whānau

Happy birthday to everyone celebrating birthdays this month.

Te Rūnanga o Waihao postal vote

Te Rūnanga o Waihao Inc has extended its nomination period to call for nominations for the appointment committee. These nominations must be in writing and addressed to the rūnanga manager, marked

‘Confidential’ to 26 Māori Road, RD 10, Waimate 7980. Nomination forms are available from: waihao. manager@ngaitahu.iwi.nz and must be received by the Te Rūnanga o Waihao office by Friday 5pm on 22 January 2016.

Hui news

On Sunday 8 November, we held another whānau hui. It was wonderful to have everybody together at the marae again. We also had the pleasure of the attendance of the Waimate and Timaru mayors, who took questions from the whānau in an open forum and then joined us for lunch.

From left, Timaru Mayor, Damon Odey, Waihao Chairman, Graeme Lane and Waimate Mayor, Craig Rowley, fielding questions from whānau.

Waimate Mayor, Craig Rowley and Timaru Mayor, Damon Odey carving the meat for lunch.

Councilors and staff from Waimate and Timaru Councils.

Te reo Māori classes

We are now providing weekly te reo classes here at the marae. If you are interested in joining, please contact the office.

Marae visits

It was a pleasure to welcome Craighead and Waimate High Schools for their excursions to the marae this month. All together 140 students and accompanying teachers and adults have attended or stayed overnight at the marae.

Reminders We welcome contributions from whānau for Te Pānui Rūnaka. If you wish to contribute, please send your news and/ or stories to the office. We are also requesting that all rūnanga members provide current contact details with the office.

Te Rūnanga o Moeraki Rā whānau

Happy belated birthday to our grounds man Ross, pictured here with our keen and energetic moko, Kace Katerama Palmer Kean, the ‘assistant.’ Kace has been in training with Ross since he was four. Thank you Kace, love your proud tāua and whānau. Also, happy birthday to all those celebrating their special day this month.

Kace and Ross.

Congratulations

Raki Ryan is currently in Antarctica with the University of Otago School of Surveying studying the effects of climate change on the Ross Ice Shelf. He is the grateful recipient of two Te Rūnanga o Moeraki scholarships. Ka mau te wehi.

He won numerous awards at his prize giving including scholarships to three universities. At his point he is looking to follow in the footsteps of his tāua and study nursing. Te Ari and Raki are the sons of Ranui and grandsons of Oriwia Rehu-Murchie.

Congratulations also to Te Ari Hunter-Ryan, who was named Dux at Longburn Adventist College.

Te Ari Ryan.

Raki proudly standing next to the Ngāi Tahu pou at Scott Base.

Rūnaka scholarship

This scholarship covers tuition fees for up to three years of a student’s chosen programme of study at Otago Polytechnic. The purpose of the rūnaka scholarship is to encourage Kāi Tahu students to succeed in tertiary education by removing financial barriers to study. The scholarships also acknowledge the contribution students can make to their rūnaka and local community.

This scholarship is offered to one student from each of the four local rūnaka namely: 1. Te Rūnaka o Moeraki Moeraki.runanga@xtra.co.nz 2. Kāti Huirapa Rūnaka ki Puketeraki office@puketeraki.co.nz 3. Te Rūnaka o Ōtākou admin@otakourunanga.org.nz 4. Hokonui Rūnaka hokonui@xtra.co.nz

Conditions of application Rūnaka • Candidates must be registered with the rūnaka – hapū registration beforehand • The rūnaka scholarship will cover the tuition fees for the candidates chosen programme of study • The scholarships do not accumulate from year to year. If the rūnaka do not select a student one year, the scholarship lapses for that year • Candidates need to attend at least one rūnaka hui if successful.

If places on a course or programme are limited, normal selection criteria will apply • This scholarship applies to domestic students only • In order to retain this scholarship successful applicants are required to pass their academic studies with a minimum of 50% in their first and subsequent years of study • The study must be continuous. Process for application Please send your completed application to the rūnaka that you affiliate to well before the closing date of Friday 18 March 2016.

Otago Polytechnic • Candidates must meet the academic entry criteria for their chosen programme of study.

Office hours

The rūnaka office will be closed from midday Tuesday 22 December and will reopen on Monday 5 January 2016 at 8am. Kā mihi o te Kirihimete. Kā mihi o Te Tau Hou ki a koutou katoa.

Kāti Huirapa Rūnaka ki Puketeraki Rā whānau

Rā whānau ki a Stan Gilmore who celebrated his special day on Friday 11 December. Stan lives in Hamilton. His whānau in Kāwhia send him best wishes and they love him very much.

Congratulations

Nei rā te mihi ki a koe e te kaihana. Ko koe tētahi tāne hūmārie, ngāwari, mōhio hoki kei waenganui i a tātou. A huge mihi to our awesome Puketeraki cousin, Te Hau Pounamu White, for receiving first class for his honors dissertation titled, ‘Te Ao Māori i te Ao Tōrangapu: Politics and the Māori Worldview in the 21st Century.’ You’re the real MVP koro. Aroha tino nui ki a koe bro. Nā Te whānau ki Ōtepoti. Te Hau Pounamu White.

Te Atakura 2015

As a first time participant of Te Atakura we were thrilled to have so many performers and supporters on stage at Hui-ā-Iwi. It was a bit nerve wracking being first up but we managed to surprise ourselves. Waiariki did a fantastic job designing the t-shirts and everyone really enjoyed both performing and watching the other groups throughout the morning.

Our performers on stage at Araiteuru, Dunedin Town Hall on 20 November.

Whānau images from Hui-ā-Iwi 2015

David Higgins, Matapura Ellison and Edward Ellison – our Araiteuru kaikōrero.

Kāti Huirapa Tāua. From left, Giselle Lavin, Caroline Ruckstuhl, Marewa Preddy and Taini Wright.

First time performer, Kahukura Ruckstuhl-Spence (3). Upoko, David Ellison before the Ngāi Tahu civic dinner at the University of Otago.

Wiremu Sullivan, Takiwai Russell-Camp, with their first-born, Tamaraukura Russell-Sullivan – the first tribal member to receive a pēpi pack from Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu.

Shanghai committee welcomed

The rūnaka is developing relationships with the city of Shanghai, as part of Dunedin’s 21-year sister city relationship. Dunedin is one of Shanghai’s favoured sister cities, and there has been a steady stream of visitors this year looking at education, business and tourism opportunities. The latest visit was from the standing committee of the Shanghai Municipal People’s Congress, who were interested in food safety and environmental protection. The rūnaka is working with the city to advance ideas for further cultural and economic benefit through this relationship.

Dr Katharina Ruckstuhl (third from left) with members of the Shanghai delegation.

Director appointment process

In January, we will begin the process of appointing a director, who is a rūnaka member, for our company, Puketeraki Limited. Please contact the rūnaka office if you are interested in applying for this appointment.

Memorandum of Understanding

On Monday 23 November, Te Tauā Moana o Aotearoa – the Royal NZ Navy were welcomed onto Puketeraki Marae to co-sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), which reflects the history and cooperation between the Navy and Kāti Huirapa Rūnaka. The exchange between the entities began in 2010 with HMNZS OTAGO’s first home visit, the presentation of Hikaroroa and reciprocal visits to both the rūnaka marae and the ship herself. The MoU formalises the cooperation between RNZN and the rūnaka by establishing the arrangement for support, ceremonial and mutual exchange activities. Upoko, David Ellison welcomed the outgoing chief of Navy, Rear Admiral Jack Steer and the ship’s company of around 40 HMNZS OTAGO officers who performed a rousing haka in farewell for their chief. An afternoon tea followed.

Rear Admiral Jack Steer and Hinerangi Ferrall-Heath hongi at Puketeraki Marae.

Hokonui Rūnanga We would like to take this chance to wish you all a very Merry Christmas and good blessings for the New Year. We would also like to thank you all for the support and help that you have given this year during our rebuild. We look forward to starting the New Year in our new complex.

Building update

After a long year of planning and building we are just about finished. We should be completed by the end of this working year. We have made considerable changes in expanding our building, so we can be of better service to our whānau and community.

Once the building is finished we will put new photos in the pānui for everyone to see. We are getting excited here at Hokonui, as we near the end of this project and start next year fresh.

Rūnanga appointments

Hokonui Rūnanga held our annual general meeting in October and the following appointments were made:

Foggo, Aaron Green, Maureen Wylie, Kimiora Moananui and Ian Rackley.

Kaiwhakahaere, Taare Bradshaw; vice chair, Terry Stott; secretary, Netta Mackintosh; treasurer, Terry Nicholas; executive members, Rewi Anglem, Marshall Hoffman, Rena Fowler, Robin Hellier, Alister McLennan, Linette Sinclair, John Rogerson, Grace Rogerson, Hinga Clarke, Rodney Ryan, Tui Bragg, Wendy Nicholas, Rosalie

We would like to thank Rewi Anglem for his dedication to his role as kaiwhakahaere over the last 15 years. Rewi will still be an active and integral member of Hokonui Rūnanga and a portfolio holder. We would also like to congratulate Taare Bradshaw on his new role of kaiwhakahaere and Terry Stott as vice chair.

Hui-ā-Iwi 2015

Wow, what an impressive event this year. All our whānau from Hokonui who went along had a great time. We could tell that a great deal of detail and planning had gone into putting the event together for whānau. What an awesome job done by all those responsible. Once again whānau, Merry Christmas and have a happy New Year. See you all next year.

Poppy and Corban having fun at the Hui-ā-Iwi Whai Rawa stand.

Hokonui whānau at Hui-ā-Iwi with guest performer, Beau Monga (centre).

Our secretary, Netta Mackintosh enjoying her ribs at Lonestar.

Poppy with her stencil tā moko art from Hui-ā-Iwi.

Reg and Wendy Nicholas.

Lisa Tumahai and Terry Nicholas helped to serve breakfast at the Hui-ā-Iwi kaumātua breakfast.

Corban enjoying the tamariki programme at Hui-ā-Iwi.

Waihōpai Rūnaka Waihōpai news

Kia ora koutou whānau, well what a good Hui-ā-Iwi that was. There was lots happening throughout the weekend and there were plenty of people around. Lots of catchups, hellos and overall it was just great to see whānau.

It will nearly be Christmas when you read this. We wish you all the best for Christmas and a Happy New Year. Please look after one another, we need to see your smiling faces again next year.

Big thanks to Ōtākou, Puketeraki and Moeraki for doing a great job hosting. There was a lot of hard work, sweat and tears, but they did it and I am so proud – aroha nui to you all from Waihōpai Rūnaka/whānau.

Huge congratulations to whānau with a new member in the family and happy birthday to one and all who are getting older (you’ll catch up to me soon).Our whānau who have lost a loved one – our deepest condolences to you all aroha nui. Remember to speak kindly to everyone and love your whānau heaps. That’s it from me whānau. Cheers for the year. Nā Squirrel on the Hill.

Things must go on, I’m in Christchurch at a Community Law Māori Caucus hui at Rehua Marae for the week. While we were away, the marae was being used by the Multicultural Council noho – excellent. The marae has been moving along steadily with different hui and of course we are now getting into the meaty part of the marae redevelopment, so we are moving on whānau.

Some Te Rūnanga whānau who were kaimahi at Hui-ā-Iwi.

Ōraka Aparima Rūnaka Once again we made several working trips to Rarotoka, where progress is being made with the plantings and maintenance of the houses and outbuildings. We also ran the kanakana monitoring programme. But unfortunately the reddening syndrome that is affecting our precious taonga remains a mystery. A hardy group of whānau and volunteers continue to support both these really important projects.

Kia ora whānau, over the past month the office staff have been busy organising the printing and distribution of the annual report. By now everybody should have a copy of this document, received either electronically or in hard copy. If you have not received one and would like to, they can be downloaded from the Ngāi Tahu website or alternatively please contact the office for a hard copy. If you have enjoyed a birthday in the last month or have new additions to your whānau congratulations and very best wishes for the year ahead.

In May, the painstaking process of Orca kōiwi retrieval began. It was a very long and drawn-out procedure, and because this was such a delicate and methodical operation there was no way of rushing it. Yet again, a small group of whānau stepped up and worked many hours often into darkness to ensure this part of the process was completed.

We are now at the end of a very eventful year for the rūnaka. Throughout the year, we hosted several schools at Takutai o Te Tītī Marae as well as the Enviroschools programme at Te Kōawa Tūroa o Takitimu. We also supported several tamariki to further their sporting and academic aspirations.

In July, we welcomed the appointment of Riki Dallas as kaihautū of the rūnaka. Aside from the day-to-day mahi, Riki has immersed himself in all of the rūnaka projects and activities. Meeting key people and sitting in on hui has helped fast track his understanding of the diversity of our organisation.

Takutai o Te Tītī Marae was also the venue for a schools Kī-o-Rahi competition. On seeing the interest this competition generated, we purchased a number of Kīo-Rahi sets and distributed them to the schools in our rohe. A further tournament was planned for November but was sadly cancelled due to the weather.

One of the major challenges facing us is how we can better connect and engage with our rakatahi.

As you already know the mahi of the rūnaka is varied and there is something that is surely of interest to everybody. If you or your whānau would like to play a more active part in the rūnaka in 2016 in a voluntary capacity, or if you feel the need to make more of a connection, then we would like to hear from you.

The successes of the various projects both on-going and new, is testament to your dedication and commitment to Ōraka Aparima whānau. Nā tō rourou, nā taku rourou ka ora ai te iwi. This is a time for us to reflect on the past year and enjoy time with our whānau.Merry Kirihimete to all our members, whānau and friends from the executive and staff. Have a joyful and safe Christmas and a Happy New Year.

Finally, a big thanks you to all of the volunteers who have contributed to the mahi of the rūnaka over the last year. Your presence is vital to our existence.

Mōhua transfer

1080 – has allowed the area to become a mainland stronghold for a variety of endangered native species including mōhua, long and short-tailed bats, kākā and kākāriki.

Mōhua (yellowhead) in the Eglinton Valley, Fiordland received a boost with the release of 80 birds transferred from Anchor Island in Dusky Sound. The Mōhua Charitable Trust supported the transfer, working in partnership with the Department of Conservation (DoC) and Ōraka Aparima Rūnaka. On this trip, Ōraka Aparima whānau, John Roberts and his son, Jarden travelled as iwi representatives.

The Eglinton Valley is one of the few road-accessible valleys in Fiordland National Park and is a popular stopoff point for visitors to Milford Sound. Mōhua are particularly vulnerable to predation from rats and stoats because they tend to nest in holes and cavities in trees, making it difficult to escape if a predator visits the nest. Several rats have been filmed eating eggs and adult mōhua on the nest during the large pest plague in 2005.

Lindsay Wilson, DoC principal ranger, said that in the early 2000s there were just 18 mōhua left in the Eglinton Valley area. “Mōhua would once have numbered in the hundreds but plummeted due to stoat and rat predation. DOC now undertakes intensive pest control in the Eglinton Valley to keep pest numbers low and species like mōhua alive and well.”

Mōhua were once widespread throughout the South Island, but their numbers have dwindled on the mainland due to predation from introduced animals and habitat loss. Secure populations of mōhua exist on a number of predator-free islands now, allowing reintroductions to take place back to protected mainland sites.

In 2010, 69 mōhua were moved from Chalky Island to the Eglinton Valley in an effort to re-establish the species. Of these, 34 birds stayed and settled in the valley, with 62 chicks fledging that year. Since then the population has remained relatively stable, with the survival of young birds staying high (74-81%).

The Anchor Island mōhua population were translocated from Breaksea Island in 2003. Since then this island population has grown and is thought to be at or near carrying capacity.

Intensive pest management in the Eglinton Valley – a combination of traps, bait stations, and last year, aerial

John Roberts and Lindsay Wilson.

Releasing mōhua into the Eglinton Valley.

Kapa haka at Hui-ā-Iwi 2015

This is a picture of the kapa haka rōpū that represented Ōraka Aparima Rūnaka at Hui-ā-Iwi on Saturday 21 November in Ōtepoti. The tamariki went hard and made us all immensely proud with their performance. What an awesome group you are – your dedication and commitment is inspirational. Tumeke tauira mā. We love you.

Wāhine hui

On Saturday 31 October, a rōpū of Ōraka Aparima Rūnaka wāhine got together at Takutai o Te Tītī Marae to discuss issues pertaining to wāhine. We had a good turnout, it was a beautiful day and we still managed to get the mahi done. Thank you to those who turned up and offered their thoughts, advice and expertise. Discussions included, marae tikanga, tangihanga, kitchen and kai, and accommodation. We were fortunate to have our kāhui kaumātua on hand to offer advice and guidance. We managed to capture the four kaumātua in this photo.

From left, Muriel Johnstone, Shona Fordyce, Jane Davis and Betty Rickus.

The Tour of Southland

The Tour of Southland cycle race had a starting stage in Riverton. There was a sizeable turn out from the community to watch this fantastic event, as the riders battled the elements on their way up the coast. The stage ran from Riverton up over the punishing Black Mount Hill through the Jericho Valley and into Te Anau. The strength, endurance and courage shown by these athletes is incredible. The race is often run in punishing conditions and when cyclists come over the Black Mount Hill they are reaching speeds in excess of 90kph. Riders on their way past the marae office.

Computer course

On Saturday 14 November, Southern REAP ran a Computing Confidence for Beginners course at Ōraka Aparima Rūnaka. In this photo you will see our member, Lynley McKay and tutor, Kirsty Bowden (Focus) checking all is in order before the day started. The rūnaka opened our doors for this community-based course to be run at our tari. From all accounts it was successful with all registered participants enjoying the relaxed and friendly atmosphere we offered – not to mention the fantastic outlook over the estuary. Participants learnt heaps, had fun and are keen to engage in more computing courses in 2016. If you are interested in attending courses run by Southern REAP, please ring Janine on 0800 111 117. 28

Riverton Primary kapa haka

On Friday 30 October, students from Riverton Primary’s kapa haka rōpū, Te Manawa Tītī, performed at the Southland Kapa Haka competition. They placed first in the novice section taking home the Samuel Neill Encouragement Award.

The boys during the haka.

Kyren Tohiariki and Rose Winders holding the group’s award.

Shotover Jet celebrations

Pictured here is Betty Rickus at the Shotover Jet 50th celebrations held in mid-November. Tahu Pōtiki gave the whakawātea/karakia for this magnificent taonga. This beautiful piece of pounamu sits atop an equally

stunning plinth carved by James York (Ngāi Tahu). The iconic Shotover Jet has been owned by Ngāi Tahu Tourism since 2001 and is a must-do for anybody visiting the region.

Betty at the Shotover Jet celebrations in Queenstown.

Tahu giving a karakia at the celebrations.

Upcoming office hours

The office will close at 5pm on Tuesday 22 December and re open at 9am on Monday 11 January 2016.

Awarua Rūnanga Ngā mate

To all our whānau, suffering the loss of loved ones at this time Awarua Rūnanga extends all our love and sympathy.

Rā whānau

We have been told that despite Rata being blind and deaf she is always keen to learn about the happenings in Bluff and every month someone reads her the Te Pānui Rūnaka contributions from Awarua Rūnanga.

Happy birthday to all of you celebrating birthdays this month and a special belated 93rd birthday greeting to Rata Dimond, the daughter of the late John Williamson and Mata Williamson née Fife. Rata was born and raised in Bluff and was one of 10 children. Rata’s birthday on Sunday 1 November, was celebrated with whitebait patties and her favourite dessert – trifle. She was joined by her four children and some grand and great-grandchildren at her residence in the Edith Cavel Rest Home in Sumner, Christchurch.

Rata Dimond.

Congratulations

Congratulations to Rata Dimond’s mokopuna, Alice Dimond, who has just completed her bachelor’s degree at Otago University in Māori studies, sociology and management. During her time at university, Alice worked as a tutor for the first year Māori papers and was the kaituhi of the Humanities Māori Students Association. Alice will be graduating in May 2016 and is hoping to join the workforce in an area that utilises her degree.

Alice Dimond.

Te Rourou Whakatipuranga o Awarua

aroha, manaaki and tiaki that creates happy settled tamariki in a caring environment • Children learn te reo Māori in a range of contexts and are at the early stages of becoming te reo Māori speakers • Childrens sense of belonging and identity is valued and affirmed through the local curriculum by learning about their culture and heritage through waiata, reciting their pepeha and learning about their tikanga and tūpuna in the wharenui • Whānau, rūnanga members and parents of prospective tauira are welcome to call in at the centre during their opening hours to read the report.

Whānau and kaimahi at our early childhood centre, Te Rourou, received an excellent boost to morale after what has been a challenging year of restructuring staff and reorganising management systems, when they received a very positive ERO report. The centre provides a local curriculum that is based on te ao Māori and affirms ngā tamariki heritage and language. Some of the highlights of the review include: • Tuākana and tēina relationships are encouraged among tamariki. Kaimahi model whanaungatanga,

Timaka/Wybrow whānau hui

A whānau hui is scheduled for the weekend of 6-7 February 2016 (Waitangi Weekend) at the Tautuku Outdoor Adventure Centre, 388 Chaslands Highway, South Otago/Catlins, for the descendants and whānau of Ngāi Tahu 1848 Blue Book Kaumātua James (Duffy) Wybrow II and Sarah Wybrow (Perkins).

breakfast and afternoon tea, the hāngī on the Saturday night and lunch on Sunday will be provided.

Activities will include a hāngi, whakapapa/history session, visit to cultural sites along the Catlins Coast and the unveiling of Wybrow whānau headstones at the Waikawa Urupā/Cemetery.

Whakapapa/history information is sought from descendants for the purpose of producing a booklet.

Onsite accommodation is limited to 150 people, first in first served. Some alternative accommodation options are available at your own cost.

Please RSVP by 30 December. For a registration pack or further information, contact the organising committee c/- Nelson Gutsell phone: 03 2468 356 or email: nellyn@xtra.co.nz

The cost for this hui is $20 per adult 18 years and over, and 17 years and under are free. Please bring your own 30

Holiday office hours

Our office will be closing on Friday 18 December and will reopen on Monday 18 January 2016.

Pānui contributions

If members have an item of interest they wish to share with te whānau o Ngāi Tahu please contact Tina on 03 212 6029 or email tinamm@awarua.org.nz

Membership database

NB: If your enquiries relate to registering with Ngāi Tahu please contact the Ngāi Tahu Whakapapa Unit on 0800 524 8248.

We are constantly updating our membership database and have found that many members’ children have had children of their own who require registering. If you are one of these people, we encourage you to contact us on 03 212 6029 or email: tinamm@awarua.org.nz to request registration form/s.

We also encourage those members who have changed residential or email addresses to update their details by contacting the rūnanga on the above number or email address.

Taurahere Groups Please note the driveway is on Ostrich Farm Road (first on the left from Paerata. Turn right onto Heights Road then onto Ostrich Farm Road. There is no access to Schlaepfer Park from Heights Road). Come along to our celebrations and learn how to make pūrerehua with Bones, taonga with Maha, taste a hāngī, learn how to make fry bread (or eat them instead), ride the carriage pulled by a Shetland pony, or ride down the waterslide on a haka board.

Ngāi Tahu ki Tāmaki Makaurau

Waitangi celebrations On Saturday 6 February at 9.30am, we will be holding our annual Waitangi Day celebrations at Schlaepfer Park Scout Camp, 41c Ostrich Farm Road, Paerata, Pukekohe (this venue is used every year).

It will be a lot of fun. All are welcome to attend this hui – nau mai, haere mai.

Kāi Tahu ki Ōtaki me Horowhenua

Nei rā a mihi rāua ko aroha e rere ana ki a koutou o te haukāika, Ōtākou, Huirapa ki Puketeraki, Moeraki, e manaaki nei i kā manuhiri o te motu mō te hui-ā-iwi o Kāi Tahu. He tohu o te rakatira ko te manaaki.

Ko te rerehua, ko te waiwaiā, ko te rakinamu, ko te wainene, ko te ātaahua ko ēnei kupu katoa e whakaatu ana i te wairua o te hui-ā-iwi o Kāi Tahu. E kā uri o Tahu, maraka, maraka.

Hui-ā-Iwi 2015 It was a last minute decision to go to the Hui-ā-Iwi 2015. On Thursday 20 November we booked our tickets and the next day we flew out. We were glad that we made the flight.

and the iwi whānui was exceptional – from the pōwhiri to the poroporoaki. The guided bus tour that took trips regularly to some of Dunedin’s hotspots was great for us ‘newbies.’ The tour included the Otago Museum where Hākui, an exhibition celebrating the mana wahine of our iwi is on. Also, the Shotover Jet rides on the Taieri River were a complete thrill.

On the morning of Friday 21 November, after throwing some clothes into a suitcase, the four of us, Tāua Amiria Whiterod, myself (Emma Whiterod) and the tamariki, Manawanui and Kiritiaho, boarded the plane bound for Dunedin. Another whanauka from Ōtaki, Alistair Murchie, had already landed in Te Waipounamu.

The concert on Saturday night with some of the best Māori performers – Maisey Rika, Ria Hall, Troy Kingi, Rob Ruha, the Modern Māori Quintet and Beau Monga & Crew was supreme. An awesome whānau affair, with tamariki dominating the dance floor and kaumātua in prime seating in the mezzanine.

What a privilege it was to be a part of this hui – the kai, the kōnohete, the kapa haka. Highlights included seeing whānau we hadn’t seen in a while and meeting new whānau – whakapapa and whanaukataka at its best.

The many wānaka held throughout the hui nurtured Kāi Tahutaka and were informative and uplifting. Ka tika me mihi ki kā kaikōrero o aua wānaka.

It was the first time my tamariki and I had travelled to Dunedin and the manaakitaka of the three hosting hapū

Kiritiaho in front of the Hākui exhibition sign.

Manawanui and Emma ready for their Shotover Jet ride.

Whānau at the airport about to head home, and reminiscing about the fantastic hui.

Tāua Amiria and Manawanui outside the Dunedin Town Hall.

Upcoming hui We’ll be meeting again in the New Year, so check your inboxes for hui times. Aoraki Matatū. Nā Emma Whiterod.

The Office • •

Calling for project applications now

The Ngāi Tahu Fund is available to Ngāi Tahu whānau, rūnanga and hapū to help vitalise, strengthen and grow Ngāi Tahutanga.

The following are key priority areas of the Ngāi Tahu Fund, as identified in the Ngāi Tahu Cultural Strategy and all projects must be aligned with at least one of these:

Do you have a cultural project that you, your whānau or marae wish to run? Get in touch with us to see how the Ngāi Tahu Fund may be able to help. Applications close Friday 25 March 2016. Any applications received after this date will not be accepted.

1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.

Whakapapa – kinship Tikanga – protocols and customs Te reo – language Mahi toi – creative expression Whenua – landscape, place and locality Mahinga kai – food gathering practices Ngā Uara – values and beliefs Ā kāinga, ā hapū, ā iwi – community engagement and participation 9. Mana tangata – self-determination, self-confidence, self-purpose and self- transcendence.

Note: The Ngāi Tahu Funds Committee meet in May to make decisions on all applications. Project timelines should commence after this time. Please contact us urgently if this is going to be an issue for you. To find out how to apply, call: 0800 942 472, email: funds@ ngaitahu.iwi.nz; or visit: www.ngaitahufund.com All applications must demonstrate how projects meet the following objectives: • • •

(human, fiscal, natural archival etc) All generations of Ngāi Tahu engage, value, celebrate and protect the integrity and uniqueness of Ngāi Tahu culture; and Promote new forms of Ngāi Tahu cultural expression.

All applications must show how they aim to increase cultural knowledge and participation of Ngāi Tahu Whānui. They must also clearly identify what cultural knowledge is involved in the project and demonstrate how the proposed project contributes to building cultural knowledge and participation.

To have strong sustainable Ngāi Tahu cultural leadership across all pillars Ensure intergenerational ownership, sustainability, and growth of cultural practices across all pillars To have the resources available to engage the strategy to be successful

Te Rūnanga will contribute $4 for every $1 saved. Matched savings for your 2015 savings are paid at the end of March 2016. For ways to save visit our website www.whairawa.com/save

Kia ora koutou, thank you to all the whānau who visited us at our Hui-ā-Iwi stall in Ōtepoti from Friday 20 – Sunday 22 November. To all the new members who joined Whai Rawa – ka pai. We’re excited to see you create a better future through greater wealth and wellbeing.

* Te Rūnanga matched savings and distributions are available to all members under 65 years old and are subject to RSCT (retirement scheme contribution tax) deducted at your personal RSCT rate. Matched Savings are capped at $200 per member, per calendar year.

Christmas closure

If you weren’t able to visit us and still want to join, see our advertisement on the inside back cover of this magazine or go to: www.whairawa.com/join

This year, the Whai Rawa office and call centre will be closed from 23 December and will reopen on Monday 11 January. We apologise for any inconvenience, but look forward to hearing from you in the New Year. Have a happy and safe holiday with your whānau.

Still time for matched savings*

There is still time to qualify for matched savings – if you are quick. Any deposits made before 31 December will help towards eligibility. For every $1 adult members aged 16-64 years old save in 2015, Te Rūnanga will contribute another $1. For child members (under 16 years old as at 31 December),

Tahu FM 25 year reunion

Are you an ex-employee or board member? Have you been a part of our iwi radio station in one way or another from 1991-2015? Come and join the celebrations and catch up with past and present Tahu FM staff in Ōtautahi on Saturday 6 February 2016. There will be: • A whānau day at Ōnuku Marae to celebrate Waitangi Day • A dinner, entertainment and fun-filled programme to celebrate 25 years of Tahu FM.

Some of the original Tahu FM crew including Sista (Sheree Waitoa) who is a co-host of the Big Breakfast show with Rocky Roberts.

Go to www.tahufm.com to register today. Also, join our te reo iriraki ki ōtautahi/tahufm Facebook page or for more information contact Dee Henry: 03 3712 593; or email: dee.henry@ngaitahu.iwi.nz

The first Tahu FM logo from 1999.

If you missed the stall and wish to know more about Ngāi Tahu Farming Ltd please visit their website: www.ngaitahufarming.co.nz and Whenua Kura: www.whenuakura.co.nz

Lucky winner of toy tractor

A surprise package was waiting for Ngaru O’Reilly when he got home from school on Tuesday 24 November. Ngaru had the winning ticket in the draw for the tractor and baler that was donated by Drummond & Etheridge, Rolleston, for the Ngāi Tahu Farming Ltd stand at Hui-ā-Iwi. His mum Shannon, said Ngaru had spent all night playing with it. “He loved the surprise package.” Ngāi Tahu Farming and Whenua Kura really enjoyed meeting so many whānau at their joint stand. “It was great to get so much interest in our operations,” said Ngāi Tahu Farming Chief Executive, Andrew Priest. He said people had shown keen interest in the new names for the farms and Whenua Kura staff had also been very busy assisting people with information about the agricultural training courses and scholarships available in 2016. Ngaru with his awesome prize.

The key purpose of this Kura Reo is to provide an opportunity for rakatahi aged between 13- 18, who are passionate about learning te reo Māori to make connections with each other as future te reo Māori advocates and leaders for their whānau; to learn in a variety of contexts outside of the school classroom environment; and to extend and increase their knowledge, confidence and fluency in te reo Māori.

Upcoming events

For more information check out our website or contact Corban Te Aika on the details above.

Kura Reo Kāi Tahu (10-15 January) Tēnā koutou kā toa horopū o te reo kua rēhita mai mō te Kura Reo Kāi Tahu 2016. Kua kī rawa nei tēnei Kura Reo, ka mutu kua aukati kā rēhitataka i tēnei wā.

Kia Kūrapa ki Awarua Keen to get started with te reo? Or maybe brush up on those basic skills you’ve already learned? Kia Kūrapa is a safe, supportive learning environment for all learners whether you are an absolute beginner or have already got some te reo under your belt, this is the wānaka for you.

Kura Reo Kāi Tahu 2016 is now full – awesome whānau. This means that registrations are now closed. Just in case some spaces become free, you can still register for the waiting list; to do this, contact Darren Solomon directly, darren.solomon@ngaitahu.iwi.nz

Kia Kūrapa will be held in Awarua from Friday January 30-Sunday 1 February. Lead-out by poureo and kaiako from the Aoraki Matatū programme, kick start 2016 and your te reo with this wānaka. For more information check out our website, contact Victoria Campbell on victoria.campbell@ngaitahu.iwi.nz or call 0800 KAI TAHU (0800 524 8248).

For more information check out our website www.kmk. maori.nz or contact corban.teaika@ngaitahu.iwi.nz; or call 0800 KAI TAHU (0800 524 8248). Kura Reo Rakatahi Kura Reo Rakatahi is a youth-focused te reo leadership programme facilitated by Kotahi Mano Kāika, Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu. This four-day te reo Māori immersion programme will be hosted at Takahanga Marae in Kaikōura, from 20-23 January.

KMK events calendar Initiative

When

Who/te reo level

Kura Reo Kāi Tahu (total immersion wānaka)

10-15 Iwa (January)

Intermediate to advanced speakers of te reo.

Kura Reo Rakatahi (youth focused immersion wānaka)

20-23 Iwa (January)

Youth (13-18) all levels.

Kia Kūrapa ki Awarua (weekend wānaka for beginner level te reo)

29-31 Iwa (January)

Beginner to intermediate levels.

News from the Ngāi Tahu Whakapapa Unit

Hui-a-Iwi 2015 What a fantastic weekend. The Ngāi Tahu Whakapapa team were blown away by the amount of whānau wanting to connect and discuss their whakapapa at Hui-ā-Iwi. We had a great time catching up with our members, registering new whānau to our iwi database and updating address details. To those whānau who didn’t get around to seeing us or were unable to make the trip to Dunedin, please contact us for any assistance with your whakapapa, registering your whānau, applying for a pēpi pack; or updating your details.

whānau at Hui-ā-Iwi and had some concepts on hand for whānau to look through and give feedback.

WW1 Project – Te Pakanga Tuatahi o Te Ao As some of you may be aware, we displayed some snippets of our Te Pakanga Tuatahi o Te Ao project to

The project team are hoping to send the publication to print in mid-March 2016. Please contact, Allanah Burgess on 0800 KAI TAHU (0800 524 8248) or 03 974 0082.

Thank you to all of those whānau who are continuing to support the kaupapa and add those missing names to our roll of honour. If there are whānau who are yet to contact us or have any further information they would like to share in honour of one of our soldiers please do so – we would love to hear from you.

Whakaahua Tīpuna/Whānau

The location is Sydenham, Christchurch and the image was taken in 1938.

Last month this picture was published on the back page of Te Pānui Rūnaka requesting names or information be provided for the group whānau image.

If you have any further information to share about this, or any of the Whakaahua Tipuna/Whānau images we have published, please do not hesitate to contact either Tania Nutira or Robyn Walsh, Ngāi Tahu Archives Unit on 0800 KAI TAHU (0800 524 8248). Kia ora.

This photo is part of the Trevor Howse Collection in the Ngāi Tahu Archives. We would like to thank and acknowledge Zita Matehe, Pauline Crofts, Ashley Warnes and Gertrude Mamae Warnes for providing information for this image. One of our callers thought that possibly it was herself in the photo as well as her mother, Kaito Muri (seated), however she was not 100% sure. Our other callers named the people as follows. From left to right, Gertrude Mamae Warnes (née Rickus), Wiremu Tuna Pohio Rickus (Jnr) seated on lap, Tini Kamatauranga (or Jean Ngamatauranga) Rickus (née Tau) seated, Pauline Wene Elizabeth McCloud (née Rickus). Standing at the back one caller thought it may be Wiremu Tuna Pohio Rickus (Snr). The other caller indicated the gentleman was a Reuben but was not sure of his first name. The young boy on the far right has not been identified. The November back cover.

Pānui Therefore, any person who wishes to be considered for a supervisors role, on any individual Beneficial Tītī Island manu, needs to ensure that the person or persons nominating them are present at the meeting as their nominations maybe declined if they are absent. Lastly, the Rakiura Tītī Committee would like to remind all birders of their obligations under Appendix 8 – Extract from Food & Drugs Regulations 1973, The Department of Health. An excerpt is as follows:

Annual permit day meeting

Notice is hereby given that pursuant to regulation 7(1) of the Tītī (Muttonbird) Regulations 1978, the annual permit day meeting will be held at Murihiku Marae, Tramway Road, Invercargill, on Saturday 13 February 2016 commencing at 10 am.

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All permit applications should be in writing on forms obtained from the secretary, and forwarded to the Rakiura Tītī Committee either at the address below by 4pm on Friday 5 February, 2016 or to the secretary’s email address. Late permit applications are to be handed in prior to the meeting commencing at 10 am.

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(d) The grade of mutton birds… “A” grade being mutton birds having a dressed weight of not less than 400 gms (14oz) “B” grade being mutton birds have a dressed weight of less than 400 gms (14oz) but no less than 250 gms (9oz). (Note: Mutton birds described as tītī puku do not have to be graded).

Copies of this appendix will be available at the meeting.

Any nominations for committee members are to be put in writing and received or handed in at the meeting before 10am. No nominations will be accepted from the floor.

Any queries regarding this notice may be directed to: Tina Mitchell, secretary, Rakiura Tītī Committee, C/- 150 Bourke Street, Invercargill 9810. Email tinamm@awarua.org.nz or phone 027 525 7055.

Please note that supervisors from the 2015 tītī season will not be automatically rolled over into this role for the 2016 tītī season. 37

We wish to give grateful thanks to a seemingly endless list of talented programme contributors: Janine Karetai, Ephraim Russell, Louise Potiki Bryant, Jess Massey, Donelle Manihera and KUPE, Che Wilson, Melanie Fortuin and Chloe McKenzie, Rachel Wesley and Shar Briden, David Tikao and the team at Whai Rawa, Heni Turner, Darin Haimona and E Tū Whānau, Kelly Tikao, Justin Tipa, Arapata Reuben and Darin Bach, Chantal Tumahai, Phylis Smith, Amber Bridgeman and James York, Doug Ditford and Ewan Duff, Rongo mai and Waiariki, Priscilla Cowie, Roslyn Nijenhuis, Takerei Norton, Esme Dawson, Atholl Anderson, Hoturoa Barclay-Kerr, Tahu Potiki, Seniorita Awesumo-Fiona Clemens, Areta Wilkinson and Mark Adams, Brendan Flack, Matthew Hayde, Paemanu Charitable Trust, all the talented artists who contributed in so many cool ways, Alex Whittaker, Jessica Latton, Janet Pereira, Darin and Virginia, Tahu McKenzie, Kaitrin Mcmullan, Heritage NZ, Paul Pope, He Waka Kōtuia, Komene Cassidy, students from all over Dunedin and whānau who performed at the pōwhiri, Queens High School and Otago Girls’, The Modern Māori Quintet, Beau Monga & Crew, Maisey Rika, Rob Ruha, Troy Kingi and Ria Hall, John Broughton, Cindy Diver, Frances Diver, Rihari Taritoa Bannister, The Dunedin Returned Services Association Choir, Puamiria Parata-Goodall and Te Atakura team – especially the performers from all the Papatipu Rūnanga, Mana Kore Rickus-King, Sianne Dougherty, the Buzz Cuts Barber Shop, Te Pao a Tahu, Ripeka Potiki, Saelyn Guyton, Timua Brennan, Kiri Fraser and the Ngāi Tahu Ukulele Orchestra, all our multi-talented M.C’s, kaikarakia, whaikōrero and kaikaranga.

Kei ngā mana o te iwi naia te whakamiha ki a koutou. I ora katoa mātou i a koutou. Nā koutou, nā te iwi whānui mātou i whakarangatira ai. E kore rawa te puna o aroha, o mihi e mahiti. Tēnā rā koutou katoa. As hosts of Hui ā Iwi 2015 – Te Rūnanga o Moeraki, Kāti Huirapa Rūnaka ki Puketeraki and Te Rūnanga o Ōtākou, wish to give many thanks to all our generous Hui-ā-Iwi supporters and contributors: Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu, Ngāi Tahu Holdings, Ngāi Tahu Tourism, Ngāi Tahu Farming, Ngāi Tahu Property, Ngāi Tahu Seafood, The Ngāi Tahu Fund, Tahu FM, E Tū Whānau and Māui Studios. We wish to give many thanks to all our generous Hui-āIwi partners and collaborators: Tuari Potiki and the University of Otago, Kay Mercer at the Dunedin City Library, Rebecca Williams and Marilyn Anderson and the team at the Dunedin City Council (DCC), Trevor James and St. Pauls Cathedral, Āraiteuru Marae, Lynda Cullen and the Dunedin Public Art Gallery, Rua McCallum and Toitū, Migoto Eria, Jamie Metzger and Craig Scott at the Otago Museum, Brendan Flack and his mana moana crew and Hoturoa Barclay-Kerr, Jeanette Wikaira at the Hocken Library, Michelle Branford and all the team at DVML, Alishea Dench, Mike Morrison, David Agnew, Dave Taylor and the amazing team at Te Papa Atawhai Ōtākou and Murihiku, Lawrence Wharerau and Ngā Taonga Sound & Vision, Antony Deaker at the Artists Development Agency, Daphne Griffen and the team at DCC car parking, the Otago University Students Association, Josh Thomas at the Dunedin Fringe, Michelle Brett and St. Johns, Michelle Taiaroa and the awesome Ōtākou Māori Wātene, Toni Wall and the Otago/Southland Police, Gordon, Helen at Tinch, Jon at the Print Room, Alex, Dave and the team at Strawberry Sound, Peter and Zac and traffic management and control, Graeme Mc Arthur, Arapata Rueben (thanks for driving that truck cuz), Portobello Playgroup, Te Manaaki Kōhanga Reo, Marie Rakete and Tim from Tansley, Ian from Sinclair Wetlands, Carisbrook School, John Snowball, and Lana and chef.

And of course all of our generous and open-hearted volunteers without whom none of it would have been possible. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts. We wish to give many thanks to our amazing, talented and tireless Hui-ā-Iwi team leaders and steering group members: Melissa Stojanovich, Megan Potiki, Talia Ellison, Natalie Karaitiana, Donna Matahaere, Tracy Cameron and Winnie Matahaere, Paulette Tamati-Elliffe, Matapura Ellison, Ron Bull, Suzanne Ellison and Janine Kapa-Blair, Blade Jones, Dee Henry, Rachel Wesley, Simon Kaan, Victoria Campbell, Nola Tipa, Nic Hedley, Koa Whitau-Kean and Moana Tipa. Kia tau te rangimārie, kia tau hoki ngā manaakitanga o te wāhi ngaro ki runga i a koutou. Maraka, maraka. Please see a small collection of images taken at Hui-a-Iwi throughout the next four pages.

Yoga in Schools – Te Rerenga Kōtuku

Letesha Hallett (Ngāti Tūwharetoa ) is a motivated and passionate yoga instructor with an education background. She is also a dedicated mother and wife. Through her extensive yoga instructing background she has helped many to learn the importance of selfawareness and self-management for better living, through control of movement and breath. Yoga in Schools became a reality for Letesha mid-2015 when she decided to actively pursue her dream to bring te reo Māori, yoga and teaching children together as a unique offering to primary schools in her community. Yoga in Schools is a series of yoga classes over a 10-week programme. Each programme offers an incorporation of te reo Māori through mindfulness movement, and it combines the four dimensions of hauora: physical, mental and emotional, social, and spiritual wellbeing. Participants will also learn about the concept of Te Whare Tapa, where through selfmanagement during collective engagement, they are able to extend their physical and mental wellbeing. For more information about how the programme can benefit your students, please contact Letesha by emailing: admin@yogainschools

Letesha striking a yoga pose.

Land owner contact details

We currently hold monies in respect of both properties gained through land leases and wish to distribute this to its rightful owners.

• Kaiapoi MR 873 – Kaiapoi Section 152 (Bush Parcel) Blk • Kaiapoi MR 873 – Kaiapoi Section 140 (Te Wheke) Blk

Once we have those details, a meetings of owners will be held early in the New Year to determine how this shall be allocated.

A working party of owners for Section 152 – Bush Parcel and the Trustees, Ahu Whenua Trust – Section 140, wish to update their records of all owners/trusts and their contact details.

For further information please contact Chris MacDonald on: 021 1064 386; or email: peg.it@xtra.co.nz

Te Heke Korotuaheka 2016

We would like to extend an open invitation to you and your whānau to join Aunty Sissie, our whānau and friends on Te Heke Korotuaheka 2016.

Tēnā koutou katoa, we would like to share with you our up and coming event celebrating 139 years since our Pōua Te Maiharoa (Waitaha) led Te Heke The Migration from Temuka to Ōmārama in 1877.

If you would like to join us and there is a $10 registration fee and $20 pp. per day for kai. We would appreciate if all those wanting to attend could register by 1 December.

To honour him, we are going to re-trace the footsteps of our tīpuna and their return journey from Ōmārama to Te Pā o Korotuaheka. Our heke will begin on Sunday 10 January 2016 at Ahuriri River, Ōmārama.

To register please contact greta@xtra.co.nz and for further information we have set up a Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1034683676550081/

We will retrace their travels of 1879, journeying down the majestic Waitaki Valley over the following four days, arriving at Te Pā o Korotuaheka on 14 January.

and early signals suggest that the tribe’s significant investment in this project has been well worth it. We’ve been thrilled with the initial overwhelming response to the packs,” he says. “By receiving a pēpi pack, whānau can help reinforce our babies pride in their identity from a very early age,” said Justin.

Enthusiastic response to pēpi packs

There has been an overwhelming positive response to the new Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu pēpi packs, launched at Hui-ā- Iwi 2015 in Dunedin in November.

“As the tribal whakataukī states: mō tātou, ā, mō kā uri ā muri ake nei – for us, and for our children after us. This is about how we can best serve our youngest iwi members from the earliest age. It’s part of our educational strategy that has a targeted approach to early childhood. Research has shown that the more investment you make in the first 3-4 years of a child’s life, the more benefits they will experience in later years.”

The pēpi packs are an exciting initiative developed by the Mātauranga team at Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu, as part of a two-pronged approached to whānau ora and tamariki ora. On one hand, the flax wahakura (bassinets), help reduce Sudden Unexpected Death in Infancy (SUDI); and on the other, they are about weaving in ‘the latest strands of Ngāi Tahu’ – helping newborn Ngāi Tahu pēpi to grow a strong cultural connection to their iwi.

The first pēpi pack was presented to Tamaraukura Russell-Sullivan and his parents Wiremu and Takiwai at Hui-ā-Iwi.

“Statistics tell us that more than 60% of babies who die suddenly and unexpectedly in Aotearoa are Māori. We hope our pēpi packs will help address the huge disparities in the alarming rate of SUDI deaths in Aotearoa,” said Deputy Kaiwhakahaere, Lisa Tumahai, who officially launched the new initiative at Hui-ā-Iwi.

“Parents who want to register their newborn babies with the tribe can do so immediately and their packs will be delivered from January onward. A copy of baby’s birth certificate is required for registration with the tribe, and parents can begin the registration process by accessing the online registration form via the tribe’s whakapapa page on the website.

“The packs were also developed with our connection to our Ngāi Tahu babies in mind,” she said.

“This is an exciting initiative for us and we encourage all Ngāi Tahu whānau to register themselves and their pēpi with us so they can take advantage of this great opportunity to connect to the iwi and the services it can provide their whānau.”

“International research tells us that there are many benefits later in life for babies who have a strong connection to their culture, heritage and community. The pēpi packs are our way of establishing a lifelong connection with our babies, no matter where they may be in the world.”

To be eligible for the pēpi pack, Ngāi Tahu pēpi should be registered with the Ngāi Tahu Whakapapa Unit from the age of 0-6 months. For more information or to contact our Mātauranga team please email: matauranga@ngaitahu.iwi.nz

The Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu pēpi packs will be sent to all registered newborn members of Ngāi Tahu, in Aotearoa and across the world – although the international pack won’t include the flax pod due to Customs restrictions. The packs contain clothes, blankets, books, Whai Rawa enrolment information, a piece of pounamu and the baby’s genealogy scroll traced back to the tribe’s eponymous ancestor, Tahu Pōtiki. The wahakura will be woven by acknowledged Ngāi Tahu weavers. Mātauranga Programme Leader, Tribal Interests, Justin Tipa says the packs represent a very successful collaboration between several departments within Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu. “It’s been an excellent opportunity for our Mātauranga team to collaborate with Whai Rawa, Ngāi Tahu Pounamu, Whakapapa, our language programme Kotahi Mano Kāika and our Ngāi Tahu weavers;

External Committee Representation – calling for nominations

University of Canterbury Council The university council is the governing body of the university and is responsible for the governance of the university. Its powers are set out in the Education Act (1989) and include the oversight of the institution’s policy, degree, financial and capital matters. Council members must have the necessary skills, knowledge and experience to make a meaningful and constructive contribution to the effective governance of a major New Zealand university. It is not expected, necessarily, that every council member will be an expert in all areas but rather that different individuals may bring different strengths and perspectives. What is important is that collectively the members of the council bring the necessary skills, experience and knowledge to govern the university. Skills and experience in: • Analysis of complex and multi-dimensional issues • Interpretation of financial and operating information and trends • Strategic management and planning, including risk management • Monitoring strategic, operational and financial performance and trends

Knowledge of: • The tertiary education sector and universities in particular • Education and research • The needs and aspirations of the communities which the university serves • Stakeholder expectations and perspectives • The Governments tertiary education strategy, priorities and policies.

Te Waihora Co-Governance Group

Functions and duties of the co-governance group include: 1. Approve any relevant management and/or operational plans 2. Provide leadership to the organisations and the community 3. Identify significant existing and emerging issues affecting Te Waihora and its catchment 4. Receive advice, reports, briefing papers and other relevant information from Council staff Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu and other relevant organisations 5. Approve policy and protocols related to the artificial opening and closing of Te Waihora 6. Input into statutory policy statements and plans that relate to Te Waihora and its catchment; and 7. Manage stakeholder relationships within the catchment.

Ka whakakao mai nei kā hau Ahakoa i ahu mai i hea Te Kete Ika a Rākaihautū te tuatahitaka Nei anō te reo ka tukuna i te hau o whakamihi Ki kā reo, ki kā mana, ki kā whakaihuwaka kua whakarauika mai i raro i te whakaaro he ora te whakapiri Ka ora anō tā tātou kete kai i a tātou e whakapiri ana Hei whakatikatika anō i tēnei kōrero o mua Ko ngā hau ki ētahi wāhi, ko ngā kai ki Orariki The Canterbury Regional Council and Ngāi Tahu respectively hold statutory and tikanga responsibilities in relation to Te Waihora (Lake Ellesmere). Through Te Waihora Co-Governance Agreement between, Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu, Environment Canterbury and Selwyn District Council, they share a commitment to Whakaora Te Waihora for the restoration and rejuvenation of the mauri and ecosystem health of Te Waihora (Lake Ellesmere) so that it continues to provide current and future generations with the sustenance, identity, and enjoyment that it has to those in the past.

Selection process Te Apārangi will assess all applications at their February 2016 meeting and will select on relevant skills presented. Candidates must ensure that they provide detailed information of their governance experience and skills for selection to the group. If you would like any further details or information on any of the above positions please contact Chloe Rapson on 03 974 0005 or by email chloe.rapson@ngaitahu.iwi. nz Note: all completed expression of Interest forms are to be sent to: Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu, PO Box 13 046, Christchurch, Attention Chloe Rapson and received no later than Monday 1 February 2016.

Katherine says Mātauranga Māori is a complex interweaving of values and belief systems that cannot be delivered in isolated units. “It cannot be divorced from the cultural context from which it has arisen,” she says. “For us it is about working with local rūnanga and iwi; it is not about using one to disprove the other. We should look at it as another tool in our toolbox and the interface space where Mātauranga Māori overlaps western science is where we should be working.” Katherine advocates a cross-cultural engagement that focuses on the aspirations and goals of both parties. “We need to talk and listen to rūnanga and we need to build our staff capacity so they can engage at rūnanga level. And we need to support our staff so they can understand Mātauranga Māori,” she says. “The key to all of this is open dialogue, trust and respect.” In the course of her research, Katherine looked at Whakaora Te Waihora, the Lake Ellesmere restoration partnership between Environment Canterbury and Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu; and also at two bigger case studies – Landcare and NIWA. In all cases, she identified the importance of talking to rūnanga. “That gives us another part of the picture – another strand of evidence. Mātauranga Māori provides a different perspective; it allows us the chance to see things in a different way and to engage with people who see things differently.”

When Mātauranga Māori and science meet

As councils and Crown research institutes aim to fulfil their Treaty of Waitangi obligations to engage with iwi in decision-making processes, many are looking to refine how they engage with Māori. Environment Canterbury Resource Management Officer, Katherine Hill has spent the last six years investigating Mātauranga Māori in science, to develop effective strategies that will merge traditional Māori knowledge with western science. “Two-way information sharing is vital for collaboration and effective management, and as part of my research, I have tried to pinpoint what our organisation needs to be doing to develop successful iwi partnerships,” she says. Mātauranga Māori is a cultural system of knowledge that relates to the comprehension and understanding about everything that is important to the lives of the people. Lessons learned in the past are added to the knowledge system and sometimes remembered in literary forms such as proverbs and stories. It is based on close observation of the environment over time and it grows and changes, and is constantly being reshaped, rebuilt and reinterpreted to fit in the world of contemporary Māori.

Environment Canterbury and Whakaora Te Waihora staff join Papatipu Rūnanga members for a science update around the lake.

Congratulations

On 31 October, Hayden Pohio married Talei Presland at Lakes Lodge, Lake Ōkataina. Hayden (Ngāi Tahu, Ngāti Pikiao and Ngāti Kahungunu) and Talei have two tamariki, Sophie and Tama. Hayden completed Aoraki Bound in March, 2008. The wedding was extra special as Fern Whitau (fellow member of Kupe) was their wedding celebrant and other members of their Aoraki Bound rōpū were also present – Jodie Denton, Ann Martin and Tracey Wemyss. The group photo was taken at Punawhakareia Marae, located on the southern shores of Lake Rotoiti at Punawhakareia Bay. The primary hapū is Ngāti Te Rangiunuora of Ngāti Pikiao. The whare tipuna is named, Uenuku mai Rarotonga, and the marae connects ancestrally to the Arawa waka and the maunga, Matawhaura. The happy couple with their two tamariki.

From left, Tracey Wemyss, Ann Martin, Talei Pohio, Hayden Pohio, Fern Whitau and Jodie Denton.

Art work for Te Pānui Rūnaka

If you would like your artwork to be considered, simply send the images (as attached JPEG files) to tpr@ngaitahu.iwi.nz

Will it be your artwork that features on the next cover of Te Pānui Rūnaka? Each issue, we showcase a piece of artwork created by a Ngāi Tahu artist.

We look forward to receiving all your artwork, whānau.

While we already have an existing collection, we would like to add to it and ask that whānau send in their artwork. A submission should include a good quality photograph of a painting, sculpture, or a drawing – the options are endless. Each year we publish 10 issues of the magazine, so we cannot guarantee that each and every piece will be used. However we will endeavour to use artwork from as many rūnanga, as we can. The end of the year is fast approaching and we are already thinking of potential covers for 2016. Examples of artwork.

For contributions to Te Pānui Rūnaka, email:

tpr@ngaitahu.iwi.nz or phone: Morgan Lee 0800 524 8248 For photographs and graphics please send to: Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu P O Box 13-046, CHRISTCHURCH ISSN 1175-2483 (Online: ISSN 2357-2051) Opinions expressed in Te Pānui Rūnaka are those of the writers and not necessarily endorsed by Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu. Graphic Design by Ariki Creative.

Rūnaka Directory

Te Hapū o Ngāti Wheke (Rāpaki) Ph: 03 328 9415 Em: rapaki@xtra.co.nz Kaikōura Rūnanga Ph: 03 319 6523 Em: adan.tehuia@ngaitahu.iwi.nz

Te Rūnanga o Koukourārata Ph: 03 365 3281 Em: koukourarata@ngaitahu.iwi.nz

Te Taumutu Rūnanga Ph: 03 371 2660 Em: taumutu@ngaitahu.iwi.nz

Wairewa Rūnanga Ph: 03 377 1513 Em: wairewa@ngaitahu.iwi.nz

Ōnuku Rūnanga Ph: 03 381 2082 Em: onuku@ngaitahu.iwi.nz

Ngāti Waewae Rūnanga Ph/fax : 03 755 6451 Em: panui@ngatiwaewae.org.nz

Te Ngāi Tūāhuriri Rūnanga Ph: 03 313 5543 Em: tuahiwi.marae@ngaitahu.iwi.nz

Te Rūnanga o Makaawhio Ph: 03 755 7885 Em: makawhio1@xtra.co.nz

Te Rūnanga o Arowhenua Ph: 03 615 9646 Em: arowhenua@xtra.co.nz

Kāti Huirapa Rūnaka ki Puketeraki Ph: 03 465 7300 Em: admin@puketeraki.nz

Ōraka Aparima Rūnaka Ph/fax: 03 234 8192 Em: office@orakaaparima.org.nz

Hokonui Rūnanga Ph: 03 208 7954 Em: hokonui@xtra.co.nz

Awarua Rūnanga Ph: 03 212 8652 Em: info@awarua.org.nz

Taurahere Rōpū

Te Rūnanga o Waihao Ph: 03 689 4726 Em: waihao.manager@ngaitahu.iwi.nz Te Rūnanga o Moeraki Ph: 03 439 4816 Em: moeraki.runanga@xtra.co.nz Te Rūnanga o Ōtākou Ph: 03 478 0352 Em: office@tro.org.nz

Waihōpai Rūnaka Ph: 03 216 9074 Em: info@waihopai.org.nz

Ngāi Tahu ki Te Taitokerau Janet Hetaraka Ph: 09 438 6203 Em: janet.hetaraka@dbh.govt.nz

Ngāi Tahu ki Te Matau a Māui Julie Ryland Ph: 022 169 6540 Em: keywijules@hotmail.com

Ngāi Tahu ki Whanganui-ā-Tara Karen Coutts Ph: 027 365 3993 Em: Karen.coutts@xtra.co.nz

Ngāi Tahu ki Waikato Jane Stevens Ph: 07 824 5992 Em: kaitahu.waikato@gmail.com

Ngāi Tahu ki Tāmaki Makaurau Meri Kohi Ph: 022 107 6677 Em: merikohi53@gmail.com

Ngāi Tahu ki Whanganui Corinne Te Au Watson Ph: 06 3484809 Em: lakiula@xtra.co.nz

Ngāi Tahu ki Wairau Paula Jowers Ph: 03 5785083 Em: peajay@xtra.co.nz

Ngāi Tahu ki Rotorua Anita Smith Ph: 07 345 8375 Em: masmith@slingshot.co.nz

Ngāi Tahu ki Horowhenua – Kāpiti Amiria Whiterod Ph: 06 364 5992 Em: amiriaw@raukawa.iwi.nz

Ngāi Tahu ki Te Tairāwhiti Vernice Waata-Amai Ph: 06 868 7195 Em: waatv@tpk.govt.nz

Ngāi Tahu ki Wairarapa Karen Bast Ph: 06 378 8737 Em: maungateitei_hikurangi_ aorangi@yahoo.co.nz

Ngāi Tahu ki Tauranga Moana Joe Briggs Ph: 07 578 5997 Em: Kim Rāhiri kimngaitahu@gmail.com

Ngāi Tahu ki Taranaki Virginia Hina Ph: 021 135 3493 Em: gin_1_98@live.com

Ngāi Tahu ki Whakatāne Oriwia Rehu-Murchie Ph: 022 077 2159 Em: Oriwiarehumur1@gmail.com Oriwiarehumurchie@ wk.radiusmedical.co.nz

Ngāi Tahu ki Waikawa Trish Little Ph: 021 0268 6790 Em: moppytee@gmail.com Ngāi Tahu ki Piripane (Brisbane) Vicky Rose Ph: 0061455026633 Em: vicky@nncinc.com.au

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Whakaahua Tīpuna/Whānau

This photograph came into the Ngāi Tahu Archives collection from Trevor Howse. It is of a wedding party possibly taken at Rāpaki. We have no other information pertaining to this image. If you are able to provide names or further information regarding this photograph please contact Robyn Walsh or Tania Nutira, Ngāi Tahu Archives Unit on 0800 KAI TAHU (0800 524 8248).