Te Pānui Rūnaka December by Te Runanga o Ngai Tahu

WARU/DECEMBER 2014

M E R I K I R I H I M ET E TĒNEI MARAMA • Ngāti Waewae opens Tūhuru pgs 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 36 & 37

• Maureen Mita celebrates her 80th birthday pg 10 • Hīkoi to China pg 12

• Rāpaki hosts First Nations pg 7

• New Māori language app – Aki pgs 14 & 28 • Success at Hui-ā-Tau 2014 pgs 30 & 31

Nā te Kaiwhakahaere E rere ana ngā roimata, e matapōrehu ana te ngākau ki ngā mate huhua o te wā. Hanatu rā koutou ki te kāinga wairua i te rangi, ki ngā mātua tīpuna. Okioki mai rā. Te pito mate ki te pito mate. Te pito ora ki te pito ora. Mauri ora ki a tātou. E aku nui, e te iwi whānui, nāia te mihi kau atu ki a koutou i runga i ngā tini āhuatanga o te wā. Noho ora mai i ngā manaakitanga o te wāhi ngaro. Tēnā tātou katoa. I’m sure that many will join me in congratulating Ngāti Waewae on the very successful opening of their new whare tipuna, Tūhuru. Ngāti Waewae, Ngāi Tahu whānui and iwi representatives ascended onto Arahura Marae on 21 November for the dawn ceremony. Even though it rained and at times poured, it didn’t stop whānau enjoying the moment and celebrating this special occasion. Later in the morning Ngāti Waewae welcomed whānau, the community and friends on to Arahura Marae. This was also an opportunity for Ngāti Waewae to acknowledge the many who assisted and supported the development

and the building of the marae complex. Ngāti Waewae, ko koutou mō te manaaki tangata – nāia ka whakamiha atu. E Tūhuru e, tū mai rā. The following day Ngāti Waewae hosted the Ngāi Tahu Hui-ā-Tau. As in past years, the open forum featured robust kōrero, really good questions and positive feedback. This year’s proceedings were a little different, as we held wānanga sessions with Te Here and Te Apārangi. The Te Here wānanga was led by Kaiwhakahaere Tuarua, Lisa Tumahai and focused on the Tribal Economies Strategy and the Te Apārangi wānanga, which I facilitated, focused on Freshwater – Ngāi Tahu Rights and Interests. We received positive feedback and encouraged vigorous discussions in the wānanga sessions. Over the next few months we anticipate continuing these discussions with whānau. This year has been a very busy and productive one for Ngāi Tahu. We have celebrated many achievements and faced many challenges. As I reflect on 2014, I remember those who passed away and the legacies they have left. I think about the developments and hard work

Papatipu Rūnanga are doing in their regions and communities; the ongoing development and delivery of iwi initiatives and projects including the launch of Te Pūtahitanga o Te Waipounamu as another method for supporting and enabling our people to achieve their goals and aspirations. I also reflect on the relationships, both new and old with iwi, local and national government, Māori organisations and in our own communities. I am excited that in March, we will be reconnecting yet again, as we come together to manaaki our manuhiri and cement our relationships at Te Matatini 2015. Finally, I hope you all have a welldeserved holiday over the summer break. Let’s hope Tamanui-te-rā comes out to play. Take this time to spend with whānau and friends and reflect on the positives of 2014. Meri kirihimete me ngā mihi o te tau hou ki a koutou. Mā te wāhi ngaro koutou e manaaki, ā, kia tau te rangimārie ki runga i a koutou katoa.

Te Rūnanga o Ngāti Waewae Arahura Marae opening

Te Rūnanga o Ngāti Waewae would like to acknowledge the following individuals and organisations who contributed to the realisation of our moemoeā “Arahura Marae.” Firstly we thank and acknowledge all of the support from our Arahura whānau and Ngāi Tahu whānui.

Ki a rātou kua whetūrangitia, tē kite i tō tātou whare. Ko koutou tērā e whakarākei ana i te rangi, hei tohutohu i te ara mā mātou i te pō, kia puta ki te whai ao ki te ao mārama. E ngā mate kua wehe atu i te ao te wehe atu i te pae o mahara. Our Arahura whare tipuna dawn blessing and opening was held on Friday 21 November. The day started with Arahura whānau assembling at the waharoa around 5.15am. They were led through the waharoa by our tāne kaiwero. Ngāi Tahu whānui and other manuhiri were led by our Ngāi Tahu whānau, who conducted the kaikarakia, Tā Tipene O’Regan, Justin Tipa and Jymal Morgan were supported by Che Wilson. This was followed by a pōwhiri at 10am.

Sadly some of our kaumātua who worked tirelessly to support the Arahura Marae development project have passed. Our upoko rūnanga, Uncle Hup (Wereta) Tainui, Aunty Babe (Mary) and Uncle Jock Tulloch, Aunty Te Māori Raukawa (Tort) Tainui and Aunty Miriam (Nin) Henderson, Uncle Bob Tuhuru, Marion Kingi and Aunty Jean Doland.

We thank the following people and groups for their koha: Nolene Tainui, Te Rūnanga o Ngāti Rārua, Te Mairiki Ellison Taiaroa Trust, Te Ngāi Tūāhuriri Rūnanga, Māwhera Incorporation, Ngāi Tahu Papatipu Rūnanga, Ngāi Tahu Seafood, Ngāi Tahu Farming, Makaawhio Rūnanga and Ngāi Tahu Property. A number of whānau gave koha for the pounamu tiles that are to be installed in 2015.

Lewis Gardiner (tekoteko), Ian-Wayne Grant and Tony Thompson. And a big thank you to our lead carver, Fayne Robinson.

We are grateful for the support of the following funders: Ngāi Tahu Fund, Lotteries Marae Heritage, Solid Energy, Bathurst Resources, Meridian Energy, Oceana Gold, Te Puni Kōkiri, Seafields Resources, Development West Coast, Westland District Council, Work and Income NZ, Arahura Holding Ltd, Kāti Waewae Charitable Trust and Community Employment Group.

Te Pao a Tahu, especially Henare and Corban Te Aika, Te Kura Tuatahi o Hokitika Kapa Haka Rōpū and Te Kura Tuarua o Hokitika Kapa Haka Rōpū, we thank you all for your commitment and support. Tino Ātaahua te kapa haka koutou mā. A big thank you to Tā Tipene O’Regan for your advice and support. To Jymal Morgan and the KMK team we thank you.

Thanks to our tutors: Jerry Pu (kaiwero) and Teena Henderson (kaikaranga), Te Rua Mason, Miriama White, David Brennan and Horiana Tootell (waiata) and Pita and Maraea Peawini (kapa haka).

To our whānau a special acknowledgement and thank you to: Leann (Missy) Campbell, Diana and Wayne Coulston, Daniel Tainui, Trish Barlow and Gary Lang, Andre and Nigel Mehrtens, Jake Meihana, Tihou Messenger-Weepu, Shane Lang and Annabelle Lee, Sam Tauwhare, Dane Tumahai, Lewis Robinson and Tana Luke, Patrick Tootell and Dotty Morrison. Cazna and Lee Luke, Bronwyn Thompson, Trudy Thompson and Rhonda Thompson.

We acknowledge the following organisations that were part of the construction: MAP Architecture, ABA Consulting, Mike Muir Builders and subcontractors, Jeff Evans Plumbing, Hokitika Electrical, Art Fetiche, Electronet, Jeff Parker, West Roads, Southern Hospitality, Metro Flooring, Commlite, Sound Workshops, Department of Conservation and the office of Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu.

To our kaumātua: Hilda and Hector Tainui, Maika Mason, Papakura Tainui, Matariki Tumahai, Gay and Tahana Tauwhare, Ina and Jerry Pu, Martha and Reuben Sargeant, June and Paul Tuhuru, Teresa and Barry Rooney, Hemi and Karen Mason, Barbara Vaea, Bill Russell, Muri Tuhuru, Iris and Gordon Weaver, Nora McQuarrie, Bill Henderson, John Tauwhare, Alan Tainui and Eli and Te Whe Weepu, thank you all.

We would like to acknowledge the following groups: The Māori Wardens, the Police and the Department of Conservation. We send a special thank you to the following people who dedicated blood, sweat and tears to the project: Francois and Lisa Tumahai, Ned and Ursula Tauwhare and to our rūnanga executive past and present – Kori Hutana, Ben Hutana, Karen Coakley, Violet Bradley, Hohepa Mason, Jason Tuhuru, David Mason, Rick Barber and Pierre Tumahai.

To the Arahura whānau, Ngāi Tahu whānui and community groups/individuals who supported our opening we thank you. We apologise if we have missed any names.

Thanks to our staff past and present: Hamiria Hutana, Danealla Mason, Chantal Tumahai, Daryl Tainui, Caroline Parker, Leann (Missy) Campbell, Des Hetherington, Anthony Coakley, Julie Nicole, Aaron Shannon, Wendy Bedford, Amanda Downs and Ben Te Aika.

To Vicki Ratana and the whānau at Mokowhiti Ltd – our marvellous events management team – we would not have made it through the final months without your amazing dedication and support. A special thank you to our rūnanga chair and marae development project manager, Francois Tumahai – kā mihi aroha ki a koe.

Thanks to our weavers: Rititia Read, Tangi Weepu, Susie Gibb, Anita and Richard Gibb-Barlow, Miriam Downs, Leonie Tainui, Nadia Tainui, Kelly Mason, Bunty Mason, Bella Russell, Aroha Timothy, Matthew Sollis; also a special thank you to Ranui Ngarimu.

Kaikarakia: Tā Tipene O’Regan, Tahu Potiki, Justin Tipa, Jymal Morgan, Te Mairiki Williams; Tāua Papakura Tainui Puhi, Leigh Grace Tainui; kaikaranga: Horiana Tootell, Diana Coulston, Leann (Missy) Campbell, Hamiria Hutana and Teena Henderson; Kaiwero: Jerry Pu, Hector Tainui (Snr), Hector Tainui (Jnr), Katene Campbell, Teoti Campbell, Caleb Robinson, James Ellers, Matthew Sollis, Anthony Barlow, Te Ahu Russell, Chantal Tumahai, Te Amo Pu, Maia Campbell, Brooke Parker and Zoe Wallace; kaiwhaikōrero: Ned Tauwhare, Te Rua Mason, Rino Tirakatene, Richard Wallace and Tā Tipene O’Regan.

We also thank all of the weavers who came to support us from other Papatipu Rūnanga and iwi. Over time there have been numerous people who have supported this project and we apologise if we have missed any names. Thanks to our carvers: Mahana Coulston, Caleb Robinson, Jamie Whittle, James York (whare tipuna), Turi Gibb (waharoa), Riki Manual (kōruru),

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

fulfilled over the past month. Water tanks are full, our awa have been up and Tama-nui-te-rā has been paying us fleeting visits.

Nei rā hoki kā roimata takiwai o te hapū nei mō kā tini mate kua hika mai, kua hika atu. Ki a koutou 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. Rātou ki ā rātou, tātou anō ki a tātou. Tēnā anō tātou katoa.

Weather aside, it has been an exciting month here on Te Tai o Poutini and especially for our whanauka hapū of Poutini Ngāi Tahu, Ngāti Waewae, who after a 150 year wait, opened their stunning new marae in November. We were honoured to share with our Poutini whanauka, the pride and joy that comes with finally realising such a long held dream; and to be invited on to the paepae to welcome te iti me te rahi to Arahura.

December will be another busy month for us. We had our Hākari Kaumātua (dinner) on 6 December and the following weekend we hosted our annual Makaawhio Xmas pool party.

Tūhuru is a work of art and an awesome expression of the whakapapa and history of Te Tai o Poutini and our Poutini Kāi Tahu connections. We were stunned by the very generous tribute to our Kāti Māhaki tīpuna, with the inclusion of an entire (southern) wall devoted to our South Westland ancestors, with the adornments and ambience of the whare. We are so pleased for our whanauka.

Our office will be closing from Friday 19 December to Monday 12 January 2015. Please note 10 January in your diaries and come and join us at the Kūmara Races. Not much has changed weather-wise here on Te Tai o Poutini. Our reputation for rain has been more than

Māhaki team prepping plates for service.

Feeding the multitudes.

Presenting the Makaawhio koha.

Ngā kaikōrero, from left, Te Rua Mason, Rino Tirikatene, Richard Wallace (Makaawhio), Tā Tipene O’Regan, Ned Tauwhare and Ely Weepu.

It was therefore our honour as Māhaki to live up to our name and manaaki Ngāti Waewae on their special day. We helped kaimahi feed the multitudes and we presented the hau kāika with our koha of three giant canvases of historic photos of the old Arahura Rūnanga Hall, Tairea. Nō reira, nei rā te mihi aroha ki a koutou o Ngāti Waewae. Tū mai rā te whare tipuna, tū mai rā Tūhuru e. Te iti me te rahi.

New book released

Recently published, Marae: Te Tatau Pounamu by Muru, Robin and Sam Walters is a stunning pictorial book, which tells the story of marae around Aotearoa and Te Waipounamu.

We were thrilled that of the hundreds of marae, big and small that the authors visited, our marae, Te Tauraka Waka a Māui and it is one of 21 featured in the book.

Maramataka

Mark your calendars. If you need more information, please contact the office. Nau mai, haere mai.

Jacobs River School reunion The Jacobs River School reunion will be held at Waitangi weekend 2015 (6-7 February) and hosted at the school, Bruce Bay Hall and the marae.

Kūmara Races On 10 January, come and join us at the Kūmara Races. Put on your glad rags, bring your own kai and drinks to share and come and enjoy a fun day. Whānau, you’ll find our tent close to the finish line.

This is for all ex-students, teachers, parents and anyone else associated with the Jacobs River and Bruce Bay Schools. The organising committee are asking that everyone RSVP before 15 January, so they can get an idea of numbers.

Makaawhio pool and dart competition We will be holding a competitive and social darts and pool competition in Hokitika on Sunday 25 January 2015 at the Hokitika Charter Club starting at 11am. Bring a plate and come and join us for an afternoon of fun and competition. There will also be the inaugural presentation of trophies to the winners. Nau mai, haere mai.

For queries or to register your interest, please contact Willie Wilson by email, wjwilson_56@hotmail.com or on Facebook, Jacobs River School Reunion. We can also pass on information to Willie through the office.

Wānaka marae

It is being held at the same time as the Jacobs River School Reunion, so there will be an opportunity to participate in some of the reunion events also. We will be calling for RSVP’s closer to the date.

Waitangi Day Weekend is to be hosted at the marae. Our wānaka marae will focus on whaikōrero, karaka, waiata and kōrero māhaki. Through participation you will learn some of the skills required to tautoko our marae and hapū.

Communication

Our long list of members who have not updated their contact details isn’t getting smaller and we continue to receive returned mail. We also need to ensure your e-mail address is the most up-to-date, so we can continue to forward pānui, news and updates to our members.

Before closing, I would like to extend our seasons greeting to everyone on behalf of Te Rūnanga o Makaawhio, may you have a joyous, restful and safe holiday season. Kia tau te maukāroko ki ruka i te whenua, he whakaaro pai ki kā tākata. Let there be peace and tranquillity on earth and goodwill to all people... He mihi manahau, he mihi matakuikui, he mihi mō te kirihimete me te tau hou ki a koutou katoa. Cheerful, joyous, Christmas and New Year greetings to all. Mā te Atua koutou e manaaki, e tiaki hoki. Mauri ora.

Please contact the office either by e-mail or phone to update your details; or if want to discuss anything. Website, www.makaawhio.maori.nz; Facebook, makaawhio.blogspot.co.nz; Twitter, @makaawhio; phone, 03 755 7885 or 0800 955 007; email, susan. wallace@ngaitahu.iwi.nz or Rachael.forsyth@ngaitahu. iwi.nz.

Te Hapū o Ngāti Wheke He pēpi

The Tūrei-Taukiri whānau welcomed baby Isaiah Braxton Tangaroa Taukiri, who was born in Brisbane on 16 November. He is the son of Ramari and Riki and another treasured moko, nephew, cousin and wee brother for Navarah, Te Aoturoa and Trayvahn. Congratulations whānau – kā mihi aroha ki a koutou. From left, Trayvahn, Te Aoturoa, Isaiah and Navarah.

Rāpaki – remembering Parihaka

Light refreshments were available at the Lyttelton Community House after the service. Thanks to Christine Wilson from the Lyttelton Community House for facilitating this annual event.

The sacking of Parihaka took place on the morning of 5 November 1881, when around 1600 volunteer and armed constabulary led by John Bryce invaded Parihaka. John, who described Parihaka as ‘that headquarters of fanaticism and disaffection’ called on Te Whiti and Tohu to surrender. They were arrested along with others, their homes were raided and torn down and crops were destroyed. Detained in custody, prisoners were transferred south to Te Waipounamu. On 5 November, in recognition of this important historical event, Rāpaki whānau gathered at the Taranaki monument in the Rāpaki Church urupā for a remembrance service with whānau and friends from the Lyttelton Community, and the kōhanga reo.

Rāpaki whānau and friends at the Rāpaki Church urupā.

Rāpaki hosts First Nations

Rāpaki hosted a study group from Blue Quills First Nations College, Alberta Canada, led by Dean of Indigenous Languages and wife of Rewi Couch, Dr Marilyn Shirt.

reserves the school once targeted for assimilation. Some were victims of the old residential schools assimilation programme. They are all committed to regaining the cultural health and well-being, identity and language the original school was designed to destroy.

During their time at Rāpaki they visited Māori education and language programmes and local iwi in the spirit of cultural exchange and relationship building.

The visiting Blue Quills students are studying towards their Masters degree and Bachelor of Arts in Cree; along with some doctoral students.

Blue Quills College is located at an old residential school site, built in the 1800s by the government in partnership with church groups with the intention of Christianising and “taking the Indian out of the child.” Many of these boarding schools were situated some distance from the reserves and children often did not see their families until they were aged 16,or after they had left the school.

The time spent with local iwi was invaluable and contributed tremendously to their learning, from seeing the similarities in the struggles to revitalise and maintain the language; to being inspired by the determination of Māori people in promoting language and culture via a number of avenues; not just within the school system.

It was Blue Quill, one of the four chiefs who banded together to form Saddle Lake, to build a school on the reserve, so the children of Saddle Lake would not be too far from their families. He foresaw a time when earning a living would be easy but being Cree would be hard to hold.

Here is a message from the students’ and Dr Marilyn Shirt: “To the Māori Language schools, the local iwi and hapū of Ngāi Tahu who extend their hospitality and support, we wish you our heartfelt thanks and gratitude. We hope that we will one day have the opportunity to provide you the same hospitality should you come to visit at Blue Quills First Nations College.”

In 1970, First Nation people rallied to take control over the school, which is now governed by seven local First Nations Reserves. Today this locally controlled indigenous education centre is staffed by a dedicated group of people who mostly originate from the very

A further update on the visit will be published in the February 2015 issue of Te Pānui Rūnaka. 7

Te Ngāi Tūāhuriri Rūnanga Whenua Trust meeting

Whakamoemiti celebration

For further information contact Neville Kemp, secretary, neville4haira@gmail.com or phone 027 733 9385.

We also celebrate whakamoemiti at Rehua Marae on the third Sunday of the month at 11am, followed by shared kai and the komiti whāiti (Ture Tangata) meeting. Once again whānau are welcome to attend.

Te Hapū o Kāti Urihia Ahu Whenua Trust Block Pūharakekenui 892. To whom it may concern, owners and shareholders – the annual general meeting will be held at the Tuahiwi Marae meeting room on 22 February 2015, from 12 noon until 3pm.

Te Haahi Ratana celebrates whakamoemiti at Te Tuahiwi Marae on the second Sunday of the month at 11am, followed by shared kai and the kōmiti hāhi (Ture Wairua) meeting. All whānau are welcome to attend.

Tuahiwi Marae trustees meeting

We recently held a hāhi wānanga on 9 November, at Tuahiwi Marae and it was awesome. We learnt about the history of the hāhi, the creed, the constitution, waiata whakamoemiti and many other interesting and exciting aspects of our hāhi. We look forward to holding more in the New Year, so come and join us.

Notice is given to all rūnanga members that the Tuahiwi Marae trustees annual general meeting will be held on Sunday 21 December, Tuahiwi Marae at 10.30am. Agenda: • Mihi/karakia • Minutes of previous annual general meeting • Report from the chairperson • Report from the treasurer • Confirmation of: -Process for Solomon whānau representative (1) -Ngāi Tūāhuriri Rūnanga executive representative (1) • Election of Ngāi Tūāhuriri hapū representative (1) • Whakamutunga.

Our pou o te hāhi are: James Robinson (Āpotoro Rēhita) 027 462 5209, Tai Wiki (Āpotoro Rehita) 03 312 7817, James Seymour (Āpotoro Wairua) 021 116 1284, Daniel Mataki (Āpotoro Wairua) 027 517 8602, Wiremu Eruera (Āpotoro Akonga), John Winiata (Āpotoro Akonga), Kim Manahi (Secretary Komiti Haahi) 022 043 2493, Michael Francis Bennett (Chairman Komiti Whāiti) 021 216 3969, Maxine Rungarunga (Āwhina) and Aroha Reriti-Crofts (Āwhina) 021 880 678.

News from K.K.K

We arrived at Sheffield at 11.45am just in time for a pie and drink before we carried on our way. We passed a lot of rock formations – some are like big castles. “Ah there you go Patty that is called Castle Hill.” We stopped at Arthur’s Pass for an hour of kai time, a smoke and whatever goes with a pit stop.

Kia ora koutou, a big thank you to whale watchers, the Kaikōura Coast Guards and the many Pākehā friends, Te Hau Tapanui and Jacob have in Kaikōura, who helped them off the rocks after their boat konked out. They were washed onto the rocks but with only a few scratches – all was well. In other words they were very lucky, it was the boat’s fault and the boss is getting a new one.

We drove through Kūmara – don’t blink because you will miss it. We had just got on the bridge and my cousin got a text from her sister, Aroha Hohipera saying welcome to Māwhera – wasn’t that lovely. Thanks cuz.

Now, onto something very special and lovely – the blessing of the Ngāti Waewae whare tipuna. What a weekend and if you didn’t enjoy yourself that was all your own fault, because I did and so did our whānau from across the hill (not the ditch).

On Friday, the West Coast weather was against us but who cares (it was 27 degrees in Christchurch). We left Greymouth in the bus around five o’clock in the morning.

We left Tuahiwi Marae at 10.30am after our lovely bus driver Sue said karakia and we said our goodbyes. By the way, our bus driver is the wife of another son who passed away earlier this year Matiu (Matthew) Tutengaehe.

I woke up and turned on the television and the Māori news was on so I hurried up and got dressed thinking gosh “they are late, we are all late.” Then in walks my cousin Ila, who was all dressed up. “Aren’t you coming?”

There were a lot of tāua and aunties on the bus. There was lots of laughter and of course lots of kai and lollies. Aunty Pauline handed out blackballs – she hadn’t had them for ages, only chocolate. We also had a chief on board, Uncle Arthur Flutey. He’s got quite handsome hasn’t he. On our way to the coast highway, we had lovely views but there wasn’t much snow.

I said “we are late,” and it was only 4.30am. I’d been watching the 1.30am Māori news thinking it was 5.30am. How can some people be so stupid? (Ok Charlie Crofts I know you are laughing your head off, saying that silly old girl, I can hear you). In the end we got there in plenty of time. 8

Ngāti Waewae welcomed my cousin, Ila and I like we were royalty. I would also like to thank my moko, Shirley Lee-Ann Gage for the wonderful love, help and tautoko she gave us all. She helped to unload and load the bus – thanks Lady.

I didn’t see much of my cousin Charlie. I think his son Karl took him back to the motel. Also Aroha Hohipera, it was not the same, you not being there with us but I’m glad that you are ok now (how is the baby?) haha – you never told us about that.

We didn’t stay for the Hui-ā-Tau as we were afraid of slips on the way home even though in the end there were none. Boy did it rain; and there was a lot of thunder and lightning, so that is why the decision was made to go home in the morning.

On our way home, Wikitoria was at it again (laughing) – so musical. Wikitoria we will always remember your laugh going and coming to Ngāti Waewae (so lovely). I arrived home on Friday afternoon, got my bottle of wine out to go over to whānau for a drink. I watched the news first and what do you know, I woke up at two thirty and the bottle of wine was still sitting on the table. We arrived home to find whānau there waiting for their own whānau members to take them home.

To Ngāti Waewae our apologies we still love you. As for your whare tipuna, it is amazing, especially those lights – I had a sore neck looking up at them. I walked into people who were also shedding a tear and cursing Johno and Rik Tau, who should have been there.

I think that will be enough for now. I still have heaps to write but maybe later – see and hear from you all next year.

During the blessing it rained tears of joy. Breakfast was lovely. I had four pots of yoghurt and two pieces of toast (nobody else seemed to have toast). That is what I was meaning when I said we were treated like royalty. Nothing was a bother to the ringawera. They were marvellous.

Wishing you all a Merry Christmas and a happy New Year from all the whānau of Tuahiwi. Season’s greetings from my whānau as well. Kia ora koutou katoa. Patricia. Luv ya all.

Kaumātua activities

Our kaumātua activities have finished up for the year. Thanks to all those who have come along and participated in our various activities. We look forward to the New Year and some new and exciting activities.

Ōnuku Rūnanga Congratulations

Congratulations to Josh Blair, who received the Te Ngātoroirangi Te Awara award at his senior prizegiving, on 3 November. It is an award presented to a senior Māori male student in recognition of overall academic success. Josh is 17 and is in year 13 at Newlands College, in Wellington. He is a quiet achiever who gets on well with his peers. He is funny, intelligent and kind. He is the kind of person who doesn’t always seem to put in 100 per cent. It can be frustrating to see that he achieves but doesn’t realise that his potential is far greater than what he actually puts forward. Josh has already begun his NCEA Level 3 exams and will gain more credits to go towards furthering his education at a higher level at Victoria University, where he will study towards a Bachelor of Commerce. Nā Vanessa Thomas.

Josh Blair with his special award.

Te Taumutu Rūnanga Rā whānau

On Saturday 22 November, Maureen Mita (née Martin) celebrated her 80th birthday with whānau and friends at the Belfast Rugby Club. There was plenty of kai and a surprise hāngī from her nephew Martyn.

Maureen had a beautiful time catching up with everyone from far and wide, as did the rest of us. Ngā mihi nunui to my sisters for making this happen for our mum. Nā Ann Martin.

Maureen and Aunty Marg.

The yummy birthday cake.

Maureen receiving her tokotoko.

Maureen with her two mokopuna and seven great mokopuna.

Maureen (centre) with her cousins (Ward whānau).

Maureen with her siblings.

Congratulations

We would like to celebrate the success of one of our North Island-based tamariki, Kopere Tanoa. He is the son of Terry Tanoa and Tess Petley, eldest grandchild of Ruth and Anton Tanoa, and great-grandson of Lorna Waitai Wanhalla (née Brown) of Ngāti Moki, Taumutu.

From this tournament and his efforts during the year, he has been selected for the New Zealand Koru Tour to Albury, Australia, to compete in the Australia Country Cup. This is a huge honour and an amazing achievement for a boy his age.

Kopere is only 12 but he has already racked up sporting successes. He is a member of the Whanganui U13 and U15 representative touch teams but his main passion is basketball. Kopere’s love for the game is evident in the amount of time he spends training to become stronger, faster and more skilled as a player. His hard work and commitment is paying off.

Kopere is an all-rounder, balancing his sporting success with leadership and academic success. He is class leader of his year eight class at Wanganui High School and he is also a house captain. He will be attending Cullinane College next year, as a joint recipient of the 2015 Junior Sports Scholarship. Kopere is a very humble and talented young man who is an excellent role model for his two younger brothers, Kalem-Billy 10, and Jacey, eight, who are both following in his footsteps. He coaches both junior touch and basketball teams in order to give back to the sport that has given him so much. His advice to other Ngāi Tahu rangatahi is to work hard, never give up and chase your dreams. He has a quote on his wall, from his favourite basketball player, Kevin Durant. It says, ‘Hard work beats talent – when talent fails to work hard.’

Father and son are the proud coach and captain respectively, of the unbeatable Wanganui Intermediate School boys’ basketball team, which has been a consecutive winner of the local intermediate A grade competition this year. The team recently travelled to Tauranga to compete in the 2014 NZCT International Aims Games Tournament. Out of the 36 competing teams they finished in sixth place and Kopere was selected for the tournament team. Kopere is also captain of the Palmerston North U13 Boys Basketball team. They travelled to Dunedin in October, to compete in the National U13 Basketball Tournament. There were 16 competing teams and they came third, and once again, Kopere was selected for the tournament team.

Well done Kopere. You are our taonga. We are very proud of you and your whānau for the love and support they give you. We wish Kopere well this month as he travels to Palmerston North to compete against other touch rugby teams from Taranaki, Hawkes Bay, Manawatu, Horowhenua and Wellington, in the Junior IPS Tournament.

The national U13 basketball tournament team.

Kopere with his proud dad Terry, after being selected for the tournament team at the Aims Games.

Kopere goes in for a shot.

Hīkoi to China

Some of the highlights of my trip were meeting students of other nationalities who were boarding at the schools in the Sichuan province, spending the day at the panda sanctuary and shopping in Shanghai. The most memorable moment for me was when I stood proud and taught 1200 Chinese students the All Black haka, Ka mate – my chest bled and I had no voice for four days but the incredible response I received made it all worthwhile and I had never been prouder to be Māori.

Kia ora, my name is Tahu Russell and I am a 16-year-old student at Kaiapoi High School. I am a mokopuna of the late Maurice Nutira and son of Paul and Sharon Russell. In September, I was honoured to be selected as one of the six students to travel to China. Eighty-five schools nominated students for this trip, so I felt very humbled to have been selected. I was the only Māori student selected, so I was extremely proud to share my heritage with the Chinese students in the town of Chengdu, in Sichuan province.

I will never forget this experience and it has only strengthened my desire to travel more and share my te reo and my Kāi Tahu heritage with as many people, from as many countries as I can. This is just the beginning of my journey.

With only two weeks’ notice, I would have struggled to have been able to make this life changing trip without the support of Taumutu Rūnanga. The purpose of the trip was to strengthen the alliance between Ōtautahi and the Sichuan province and to promote education in Ōtautahi, in the hope more Chinese students might travel here to further their education. Being my first trip away from home it was a huge adjustment. There was the obvious language barrier, which proved difficult at times and the change in diet was definitely interesting. I travelled to school each day in a tuk-tuk and the school hours were from 7.30am until 8.30pm. As you can imagine, they were huge days, which made me appreciate my own New Zealand school schedule. Tahu Russell.

Taylor’s trip to Japan

I studied Japanese for three years and I absolutely loved it. Everything about the culture and the language fascinated me, and I was given an amazing opportunity to visit Japan.

While in Japan, we visited Japanese landmarks, made friends, tasted new food and made unforgettable memories. This was my second time visiting Japan and it gave me the opportunity to experience many new things.

On 1 July, myself and 14 other Hornby High School students embarked on a trip of a lifetime to Sendai, Japan. We were in Sendai for two weeks, where we stayed with host families and attended our sister school, Tokiwagi Gakuen High School.

Once the two weeks came to an end, we took a bullet train down to Tokyo and spent the day at Disneyland. We then flew back to New Zealand and had a stop-over in Singapore for a couple of days. Japan opened my eyes to culture and experiences that I was completely unfamiliar with and I have now discovered a love for travelling. It has inspired me to travel the world when I am older. I will definitely return to Japan one day, in the hope of discovering new things and revisiting old friends. I couldn’t have done this without the help of Te Taumutu Rūnanga and I’m so thankful for the opportunity. Nā Taylor Polwart (Teihoka whānau).

Taylor with her Japanese host family.

Te Rūnanga o Moeraki Rā whānau

Happy birthday to all those celebrating their special day this month.

Hīkoi to Hokitika/Wānaka

On Thursday 20 November, members of Te Rūnanga o Moeraki Inc. travelled to Hokitika for the opening of the Ngāti Waewae whare tupuna, which began with a dawn ceremony on the Friday. Members then stayed on for the Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu, Hui-ā-Tau on the Saturday,

before departing for a trip down the West Coast and over the Haast Pass to Wānaka, where they stayed overnight before travelling home on the Sunday. The trip was thoroughly enjoyed by everyone who took part, even though there was plenty of rain in Hokitika.

Whānau stop for a picture at Lake Hawea. Photo by Roslyn Nijenhuis.

The whānau who travellled to Hokitika. Photo by Roslyn Nijenhuis.

Retirement of staff member

Long serving staff member, Pam Hey has retired from her part-time role as office cleaner. Pam started her role eight years ago and she always ensured that the rūnanga office had a clean and professional appearance for staff and office visitors. Office staff will miss Pam’s friendly support and guidance.

Meeting of owners

I, Myra Tipa, am calling a meeting of owners of block 16 Moeraki Reserve to be held at Moeraki Marae on Saturday 31 January at 2pm.

This meeting is concerning the following Moeraki Block XVI sections: • Section 7B2 • Section 8 • Section 9 • Section 10 • Section 12 • Section 14B • Section 20 • Section 24B • Section 25 • Section 27 • Section 29 • Section 40 • Moeraki no. 15.

The purpose of this meeting is to ask the trustees to give us a rundown of the said block to inform the owners of the blocks current status, and also to review the trustees and replace them if necessary. I do this because I have never had any information of this kind since I became an owner 40-plus-years -ago. If you intend to attend this meeting or have any questions please contact me at desmyra@xtra.co.nz.

Office hours

The rūnanga office will close on Friday 19 December at 1.30pm and will reopen on Monday 19 January at 8.30am. Ngā mihi mō te Kirihimete me te Tau Hou ki a koutou katoa.

Kāti Huirapa Rūnaka ki Puketeraki New Māori language app

“One of the things that we noticed was that, when we gave them visual vocabulary learning posters, they used them enthusiastically for a while and then they stopped ‘seeing’ them. They became too familiar and merged into the background.”

A University of Otago research project, which looks at how Dunedin families pass te reo Māori on to their children has led to the development of an innovative Māori Language App, called Aki. Aki (which means to encourage) is a free Māori language vocabulary and phrase-learning app for iphones and ipads, that involves participants in an interactive game. Its aim is to develop Māori language skills, particularly in young people.

“We thought that we would use a different medium – an app – as many of the families said that their children enjoyed using games.” “We know that younger generations are enthusiastic players of online games so it made sense to try to develop something that is aimed at this target group. Because language app development is still in its infancy in New Zealand, there are few Māori language vocabulary learning apps that have an interactive component. We think interactivity is key,” says Katharina.

One of the developers was rūnaka member, Dr Katharina Ruckstuhl, who says the project is the culmination of research that started in 2010 involving herself, research students and fellow academics the late, Dr Tamar Murachver, of the psychology department and Associate Professor Poia Rewi at Te Tumu, the School of Māori and Indigenous Studies at Otago.

She says it will be different to other methods of learning Māori because it can be played “anywhere at any time” and players can “challenge” each other online.

“We were looking at how families, including some from our rūnaka, passed on Māori language to their children.

“So you don’t need to be in a classroom, or near a computer, or taking a Māori language course. “One of the things we know is that making mistakes is an important part of learning. With an app, no one will be looking over your shoulder to see whether you are correct or not. We are trying to encourage people to play, make mistakes, and learn,” says Katharina. The App, which was funded by Ngā Pae o Te Māramatanga Māori Centre of Research Excellence, and developed with the help of AppLab and Design Studies at Otago, is free through the Apple Store. The researchers hope to make it available for Android phones soon. The new Aki app.

Kura kaupapa birthday

Rūnaka members were invited to the recent 20th anniversary celebrations of Te Kura Kaupapa Māori o Ōtepoti. A moving part of the celebration was during the pōwhiri when whakaahua (photographs) of deceased kaumātua who had been supporters of the kura were brought onto the kura. The Parata whānau were among those who brought a photograph of their pōua, Barney Taiapa. Activities on the day included a hāngī, kapa haka performances, a uniform fashion parade, stalls, games, mirimiri and weaving. It was a pleasure to hear the former pupils who had attended the kura in the earliest days recall their memories – all in te reo Māori. Parata whānau with Tūmuaki, Tiahuia Kawe-Small.

Although the kura has had its ups and downs it has recently received an excellent Education Review Office report. And the roll has climbed to 25 pupils – its highest point in more than a decade. Many Puketeraki Rūnaka members have been supporters of the kura over the years, so it is gratifying that the kura is now growing.

The kura is being led by tūmuaki, Tiahuia Kawe-Small with support from board chair, Tori Campbell, who was once the rūnaka co-ordinator for our LEOTC programme in its early days. Tori is now a KMK co-ordinator and her son, Tūmai attends the kura. Rā whānau ki a koe, Te Kura Kaupapa Māori o Ōtepoti.

Board chair, Tori Campbell.

Pat Hoffman and Marianne Te Tau in front of whakaahua.

Rūnanga exercise training

Kua tae rawa mai a Hine Raumati. Haramai tētahi āhua. He wā tēnei kia whakapakari i ō tātou nei tinana.

Our main kaupapa is to support rangatahi on their journey to fitness and to learn how to cook healthy kai after a good training session. Come and take part if you are looking at doing some physical activity. Mauri ora whānau.

In 2015, our rangatahi and community will be running regular exercise trainings every Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday at the old school complex in Grimness St, Karitāne.

Office Christmas hours

The rūnaka office will be closed from midday on Tuesday 23 December and will reopen on Monday 12 January 2015. The rūnaka staff wish you all a wonderful, whānau-filled Christmas and New Year. Meri Kirihimete.

Te Rūnanga o Hokonui We can’t believe how fast the year has rolled around. It’s been a big year for Hokonui Rūnanga and we cannot wait for next year, so we can start the mammoth task of reinstating the rūnanga. Tenders are out for the rebuild and we expect building to start mid-January.

Kaumātua health day

We recently had our annual trip to the RSA for lunch. We are onto our second to last kaumātua health day for the year. We are all looking forward to resuming them again next year.

Kaumātua during their lunch.

Another great outing for our kaumātua.

Farewell

It is with sadness that we bid farewell to Bob Gammelin. Bob has been working with the rūnanga for nearly two years, as the student engagement advisor. He and his family have decided to return back to their home in Wyoming, America.

Bob has brought a lot to his role and will be sadly missed. He has worked with many students and has had a high achievement rate of success with them. We wish Bob, Liz and their family safe travels and hope to see them again in the future.

Ivan Hodgetts presenting Bob Gammelin with his koha of poumanu.

From left, John McKinaly, Ivan Hodgetts, Gerry Ward, Bob Gammelin and Lindy Cavanagh-Monaghan stand in front of pupils during the farewell assembly.

Office hours

Our office will close on 19 December and will reopen on 12 January. All of the staff and volunteers of the rūnanga would like to wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year. Take care and enjoy the holiday season.

Waihōpai Rūnaka Marae news

Kia ora koutou whānau. Christmas is just around the corner and it will no doubt be busy for whānau who will be juggling all sorts of things to get through the day. I guess we’ll just take it one day at a time and try to have a smile at end of each day – cheers to you all.

the new Ngāti Waewae whare tipuna and marae – it was absolutely awesome. Beautiful whānau, beautiful trip, awesome pōwhiri, o ngā tane me ngā wāhine toa. Thank you Ngāti Waewae for a great weekend. Your hosting made the journey worthwhile. Aroha nui whānau, a big thank you from Waihōpai Rūnaka.

For some funny reason, December is the month of joy and the end of year’s meetings. Why do we make December our busiest month for meetings – it’s Christmas time. Never mind it’s what we do.

Ngā mihi aroha whānau, have a great Christmas and New Year. Look forward to seeing you all in 2015 – go Te Matatini. That’s it from me for the year. Take care, enjoy the holidays and please look after one another. Whānau are only a phone call away. Nā Squirrel on the hill.

Waihōpai, like the other whānau rūnaka o Murihiku, recently went on a hīkoi to Hokitika for the opening of

Whānau during their trip to Hokitika.

Smiles all round.

Ōraka Aparima Rūnaka We are at the end of a very eventful year for the rūnaka. Throughout the year we ran a series of wānanga on whaikōrero, tikanga Māori and te reo. As a result of this we now have strategies in place to move these important kaupapa forward. With support from NKMPT (Ōraka Aparima Health and Social services) we ran a series of men’s health clinics at Takutai o Te Tītī Marae. These clinics proved to be life changing for some of the tāne who attended. There are several awareness campaigns relating to Māori health, so please let us support whānau with this.

If you or your whānau would like to play a more active role in the rūnaka in the forthcoming year, either in a voluntary capacity, or if you feel the need to make more of a connection, then we would very much like to hear from you. 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 by 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.

This year as well as the usual round of hui, planned events and day-to-day stuff, we had a major unplanned event – the tragic mass orca stranding at Te Kuta Awa in Te Waewae Bay. It is at times like this that we needed whānau to step up, and step up they did. A small band of volunteers worked tirelessly to ensure the recovery process was successful. This event has pushed us to look at how we can be better prepared for future events.

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. A big thank 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. The successes of the various projects both on-going and new, are testament to your dedication and commitment to Ōraka Aparima whānau. Nā tō rourou, nā tāku rourou ka ora ai te iwi.

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 to interest everyone.

Triennial election results

The Hui-ā-Tau of Ōraka Aparima Rūnaka was held on Sunday 16 November, at Takutai o Te Tītī Marae.

Special thanks to Muriel Johnstone and Shona Fordyce who both retired from the executive after many years of supporting the mahi of Ōraka Aparima Rūnaka. Our long-standing Chair, Stewart Bull has returned as deputy chair after a close-run election process.

The following people were elected: Chair, Sandra Cook; deputy chair, Stewart Bull; treasurer, Jane Kitson; secretary, Rangimaria Suddaby; office bearers, Ann Wakefield, Dave Taylor and Dr. Sue Crengle.

Te Reo Māori Strategy

Descendants of Tukawhaha

The executive of Ōraka Aparima Rūnaka has agreed to endorse and support the Te Reo Māori Strategy that has been developed identifying whānau goals and aspirations and what we would like to achieve in revitalising, te reo Māori on our marae, in our homes and in our local communities; for us and our future generations.

On Sunday 1 November, the descendants of Tukawhaha held a meeting at Takutai o Te Tītī Marae. In attendance were whānau from Sydney, Perth, the North Island and Te Waipounamu. The ages of whānau ranged from 91-years-young to 18-months old. The whakapapa of each line was acknowledged by the eldest in that line. A number of people spoke of their knowledge of land and stories passed down over the years, which after a motion to form the Ahu Whenua Trust was tabled; one person from each line was nominated to represent their family line.

A hui will be held in the New Year, calling for those people who are interested and who have a passion for this important kaupapa to get together and develop an action or implementation plan as to how the goals and aspirations will be achieved.

The meeting concluded with a suggestion that whānau get together again, which was well received by all. Nā Stuart Ogilvie.

Many thanks to all those people who contributed to the development and writing of the Te Reo Māori Strategy. Nā reira, Nāu te rourou, nāku te rourou, ka ora ai te iwi.

Waka ama

This year Ōraka Aparima Waka Ama entered the Waka Te Tasman event at Kaiteriteri as a mixed crew. Most of the crew departed Invercargill on Wednesday 12 November at 4.30am to begin the journey north.

For our club down here in the deep south – running for just four years – these events are our training ground and where we learn not only from our own journey but from other crews and clubs at the events.

We arrived in Kaiteriteri on Thursday 13 November and had booked an awesome holiday home, which looked out over the Kaiteriteri beach and bay.

We would like to thank all our whānau who supported us during our fundraising and special thanks to our rūnaka for their continued support – we really appreciate it.

On the day of the event the wind picked up and the course of the events were changed. It was a challenge paddling for our crew from the deep south but we did the best we could. And while we didn’t gain a place we certainly learnt plenty from competing and participating; we were very happy to complete the last event.

We would also like to make special mention to those partners and hubby’s –Tauti (you rock Tauti) and our kids, who not only supported us in Kaiteriteri but also in the lead-up to the competition. We couldn’t have done it without you all. Nā, Pimp my waka crew mixed crew, Ōraka-Aparima Waka Ama.

The waka ama crew.

Korowai restoration

On Monday 24 November, members of Ōraka Aparima Rūnaka went to Te Hīkoi Museum in Riverton/Aparima, to greet Rangi Te Kanawa, from Te Papa Museum. Rangi was in Riverton helping with the assessment and restoration work that had to be carried out on hand woven korowai, made by local Māori up to 150-yearsago. These korowai will be displayed in an exhibition that starts in December 2015. Te Hīkoi currently has eight woven korowai at the museum some of which, have been on display before but are now in need of restoration. Whānau are encouraged to bring their taonga into the museum for assessment and advice on care and restoration. From left, Rangi Te Kanawa, Stewart Bull and Lynley McKay. Photo courtesy of Dean Karauria.

The Tour of Southland

The Tour of Southland had a starting stage in Riverton. There was a great 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.

Competitors riding past the rūnaka office.

Rakiura Tītī Island

The Tītī Islands Committee (Beneficial Islands) annual general meeting will take place on Saturday 21 February at the Colac Bay Hall.

The Rakiura Tītī Island administering body annual general meeting will take place on Sunday 15 February 2015. The venue for this meeting will be notified at a later date as it has yet to be confirmed.

Office hours

The rūnaka office will close at 5pm on Friday 20 December. It will reopen at 9am on Monday 13 January 2015. This is a time for us to reflect on the past year and enjoy time with whānau. Merry Kirihimete to all our, members, whānau and friends. Have a joyful and safe Christmas and a happy New Year.

Awarua Rūnanga Kā mihi aroha

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

Ngā mate

He poroporoaki ki a Riki Cherrington We farewelled a man who contributed hugely to the Māori community, in Murihiku. Dick Cherrington aka Koro Riki, passed away after a courageous battle with cancer.

He, along with others from Matawaka, would often sit on our paepae at tangihanga, as well as fulfilling the role of kaikarakia and celebrant – many a funeral and unveiling he officiated during his time. His valued wisdom and input was sought on many occasions regarding kawa and tikanga associated with the opening of buildings, removing tapu and the blessing of homes, boats and taonga.

Riki arrived here from Te Tai Tokerau in the 50-60s, to work at Ocean Beach. He married a Bluff girl and produced four beautiful children. Later he worked on the Bluff waterfront and eventually at the Southland Institute of Technology.

Koro Riki was young at heart and had the ability to relate to all sectors of the community. He took younger people under his wing and trained them up for the future, so that our language, culture and tikanga weren’t lost.

Over the years, Koro Riki was involved in supporting the development of marae, the resurgence of te reo and most importantly supporting whānau, hapū and iwi. He has been a constant, supporting and teaching our Ngāi Tahu men to whaikōrero and karakia in order to uphold the mana of our marae.

E Koro. Ka mihi tonu a Awarua ki a koe mō ake tonu atu. He tangata awhi, he tangata aroha, he tangata tautoko i a mātau o Kāi Tahu, Kāti Māmoe, Waitaha hoki. E kore e warewaretia tāu mahi i waenganui i a mātau.

He espoused those values that make us Māori – manaakitanga, whanaungatanga, wairua, tika, pono and aroha. He represented iwi/Māori on a variety of boards and his views through the Māori lens were helpful in building stronger relationships with our treaty partners.

Nā reira e hoki tōu tinana ki te kōpū o te whenua, ki te Hau Mutunga.

Even during his illness, Koro Riki continued to give of himself to others. He continued to sit on the paepae at Ngā Hau e Whā Marae and Te Tōmairangi and he supported the Māori programmes and students at SIT in his role as the SIT kaumātua. His unwavering support for Te Rau Aroha Marae and Awarua Whānau Services, not to mention Ngāi Tahu ki Murihiku will never be forgotten.

Hoki wairua ki Motu Pohue. Titiro iho ki ōu iwi e tangi atu nei i te aroha. Haere tonu ki te whenua o tōu tupuna, ki a Ngāti Hine. Ka whiti mai te rā ki runga i te maunga Puketutu. He rangai maomao ka taka ki tua o Nukutaurua e kore ā muri e hokia. Haere, haere, okioki ai.

He tangata humārie, he tangata katakata, he tangata rongonui.

Rā whānau

Happy birthday to all those celebrating their birthdays this month.

175th Waitangi Day celebration

For further details about our Waitangi Day celebrations, please contact the office, or keep an eye on the Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu website. It will run press releases as they become available.

Just a reminder to everyone that next year’s Waitangi Day celebrations will be held on 6 February 2015, at Te Rau Aroha Marae. There will be a number of proposed activities for whānau to participate in, so mark your calendars.

Ngāti Waewae opening

On a wet, wild and windy day our small delegation from the deep-south began their hīkoi to Te Tai Poutini to support Ngāti Waewae for the opening of their whare tipuna, Tūhuru. Wet weather followed our rōpū northwards to Christchurch and westward to Hokitika.

Whānau in front of the iconic Hokitika Beach sign. From left, Gail Thomspn, Ana Beaton, Kate Eruera, Joanne Pera, Thomas AerepoMorgan, Anthony Fowler, Louise Fowler and Bubba Thompson.

You have set the bar high for other rūnanga who are in the process of upgrading their marae facilities.

The morning of the opening was also wet and cold but the beauty and craftsmanship of the whare tipuna was a sight to behold.

Despite the weather, our rōpū enjoyed the manaakitanga and whanaungatanga extended by Ngāti Waewae. The kai and our hosts were great. Ka mau te wehi.

Awarua Rūnanga and Te Rau Aroha Marae whānui wish to congratulate the hapū of Ngāti Waewae on their beautiful building.

From left, Dean Whaanga, Louise Fowler, Bubba Thompson and Gail Thompson.

Whānau during a pit stop at Arthur’s Pass.

Rangatahi success

On 31 October, the 14th Mana Pounamu Young Achievers Awards were held in Dunedin. Forty-one pupils from Otago won awards, recognising both achievement and potential of rakatahi Māori. Josh Arana Hill (Ngāi Tahu nō Awarua Rūnanga, Ngāpuhi) was a recipient and he also received a Hands-on Science Scholarship, which enables him to attend Otago University for one week during the holidays with all accommodation and course fees covered; the scholarship is valued at $650. We are very proud of Josh’s achievements and thoroughly enjoyed being part of the awards, celebrating all of the students achievements throughout Otago.

Josh has been heavily involved in the wider realm of school life. Within his leadership role as a sports captain he has been a school haka leader. He was also the designated haka leader for his house, Blaikie House, in the recent Interhouse haka and waiata competition. Josh takes his cultural roles seriously and is always happy to help out. Josh is also an outstanding all-round sportsman, having represented SOHS in a range of sports, most notably cricket, athletics and rugby. Josh has performed with distinction in athletics, where he has represented the school at regional and South Island level. This year, Josh broke a long-standing school record for discus at the SOHS athletics day. He is also the SOHS U15 athletics champion.

Josh was also recently invited to be a part of an upcoming Highlanders Under 17 Rugby programme. We would like to include the letter, which Josh’s deputy school principal kindly wrote. Nā Nicky and Allan (parents) and Diane Hill (Grandmother). School endorsement letter for Joshua Josh is a Year 11 student at South Otago High School (SOHS). He is currently undertaking full studies for NCEA Level 1 English, mathematics, science, geography, accounting and economics. He has gained all of his available credits to date at merit and excellence level and is well on his way to achieving his academic goals of both subject and overall endorsements at Level 1.

Josh was a member of the high performing SOHS 1st XV in 2014, having also played age grade rugby within the club. He was a starting member of this year’s team, a significant achievement for a Year 11 student. He was also the captain of the SOHS U15 team, which won the recent South Island U15 Junior Rugby Tournament in Queenstown. He led the team superbly and was rewarded by being selected in the overall tournament team. This was Josh’s third trip to this tournament, having been in both the 2012 and 2013 squads also. 21

Josh has also represented Otago Country in age-grade rugby at secondary school, having played in the U14 team, which won the South Island age-grade tournament in Invercargill last year. This year he was a member of the Country U16 team and they participated in the South Island Tournament in October. In 2013, Josh was also awarded the Southern Region (South West Otago) U15 player of the year and most promising junior player. Josh is always personable and wholly reliable. He takes his academic studies and sports training very seriously and has a strong motivation to be the best young man he can be. Although quiet in nature, he serves as a much respected role model within the junior school and is therefore a very worthy recipient for this award. Nā Greg Heller, deputy principal of South Otago High School.

Josh Hill.

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

If your enquiries relate to registering whānau with Ngāi Tahu please contact the Ngāi Tahu Whakapapa Unit on 0800 524 8248. 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. Meri Kirihimete me he hari Tau Hou ki a koutou katoa.

We are currently updating our membership database and have found that many members’ children have had children of their own who need to be registered. 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 a registration form/s.

Taurahere Groups Kāi Tahu ki Waikato

Kia ora whānau, we’ve been quiet over the last few months but we are quietly developing our whānau links and learning about whakapapa, waiata, te reo, tikanga, and the arts of Te Whare Pora. Uncle Terry Ryan recently came up for a visit and as always he shared a wealth of knowledge with us and connected up whānau who hadn’t known they were related. Thank you Uncle Terry, we love your visits, they always makes us feel so much more connected with home and whānau. Also a big thank you to Phillipa Hakopa who has been leading us in waiata. Phillipa has contributed such an amazing positive energy to our rōpū and has inspired us with her love of waiata and teaching.

Uncle Terry and whānau during the whakapapa wānanga at Ngāruawāhia Community House.

A growing number of Ngāi Tahu are living in the North Waikato under the korowai of Waikato Tainui, and we are lucky to be able to be part of wānanga and noho that are held here to teach raranga and whatu kākahu. A weekly raranga class runs throughout the year and monthly noho are held at Tūrangawaewae. These are open to whānau interested in joining, so if you are keen to get involved next year contact us at kaitahu.waikato@gmail.com. To all our whānau, ngā mihi o te Kirihimete – we look forward to connecting over the summer and the New Year. The Kāi Tahu ki Waikato Taurahere rōpū kōmiti.

Marama Olsen preps for her first kete at the Ngāruawāhia Art Centre raranga rōpū.

Jane Stevens working on her whānau kākahu at Tūrangawaewae Marae.

Lyn Carter finishing a beautiful weka kākahu at Tūrangawaewae Marae.

Kāi Tahu ki Ōtaki me Horowhenua

May we all have a Merry Christmas and a happy New Year. Kia hari, kia koa te Kirihimete me te Tau Hou.

Whakapapa hui E te Huia Kaimanawa, e te kaipupuri i ngā tini mahara e Terry, ko tēnei mātou o Te Taura Here ki Ōtaki e mihi kau atu ana ki a koe.

o mahara hei taonga tuku iho mō ngā uri o Kāi Tahu. Miharo pai ana mātou. Kei te mihi, kei te mihi, kei te mihi.

Tēnā koe kua tae ngākau māhaki mai me ngā kōrero tuku iho a ngā mātua tūpuna. Tēnā anō hoki koe me ngā tini paki kua tuhia ki te rae, kua mau tonu atu ki te pae

What a privilege it was to have Terry Ryan visit us in November and share his vast knowledge of Kāi Tahu whakapapa.

In his usual humble manner,Terry shared stories of some of our tāua and pōua and offered an insight into the times of our kaumātua. There were new whānau at the hui as well as our old faithfuls. Terry was able to talk about tūpuna related to each of our whānau and entertained us with many funny stories. We look forward to seeing you again, Terry.

Terry Ryan and Ema Weepu, surrounded by Ōtaki whānau.

From left, Tāua Robyn Cook, Terry Ryan and Tāua Amiria Whiterod. Terry is holding the kete whiri, which was made by Matene Climie and gifted to him by Kāi Tahu ki Ōtaki.

Terry Ryan and David Bishop.

Ngāi Tahu Taurahere ki Te Matau a Māui

Upcoming events We would like to let whānau know that we have booked Tuahuru Marae in Mahia from 30 January until 1 February 2015.

writing next year at the Eastern Institute of Technology in Gisborne. She is a long-standing singer/songwriter, who has travelled extensively working in the music industry. Reggae music is her forte.

We are treating this as the dress rehearsal for the Te Matatini pōwhiri. I would like to let as many whānau know in the hope that a few from all our close taurahaere can attend. The ties that bind our hearts.

Supportive song (waiata tautoko) The ancient world sings to us every day. I will pass on the purpose of a supportive song (waiata tautoko) by highlighting the significance of why we sing the supportive song during a Ngāti Kahungunu welcoming ceremony (pōwhiri) and using two interviews I conducted with Ahuriri Houkamau, and Margaret Young (both Ngāti Kahungunu). I can showcase the supportive song as an author of history and teacher for generations and how in modern day, it is still an official part of the Māori people.

Please contact me in the evenings by email: keywijules@ hotmail.com or on 022 169 6540 if you are interested in attending the waiata wānanga. I am looking for numbers for catering purposes. All for one and one for all. Operating in that manner, there is no failure. In support of our current kaupapa (Te Matatini pōwhiri), we would like to share this piece written by Julie Ryland, Te Ngāi Tūāhuriri Rūnanga, te whānau Reuben.

The supportive song is sung during a Māori welcome and is sung after each speaker; predominantly men, of the visiting party (manuhiri) and the speaker of the home people (tāngata whenua). Without the speech, the supportive song would not be performed, so they go hand-in-hand with the passing down of knowledge to the next generation. The Māori welcome is also equivalent

On 11 December, she will graduate and she is looking at furthering her knowledge in the field of Māori music and

to a university, the speech and the supportive song are history lessons and exchange information of how Māori lived, loved, died, fought, nurtured and survived. Margaret Young (Per Comm April 23, 2014), spoke about how singing supportive songs was something she had done with her family since childhood, songs passed down to her from her ancestors (tīpuna).

References Houkamo.A. Interview May 12, 2014. Young.M, Interview April 24, 2014. Waiata wānanga We recently held our waiata wānanga at Pukemokimoki Marae and they looked after us like we were royalty – many thanks and gratitude.

The supportive song enhances the speech and supports what the gathering (hui) is for and in the case of a funeral (tangihanga), it can relate to who and where the deceased person belongs. The supportive song sung would be a song of lament (mōteatea) which could consist of genealogy, love stories, sad moments in the times of our ancestors. According to A.Houkamau (Per Comm May 14, 2014), it would not be appropriate to sing a happy upbeat song at a funeral and you wouldn’t sing a song of lament at a wedding. During the interview, A.Houkamau (Per Comm May 14 2014) spoke about the importance of making the right song choice and not using hymns for this purpose. I have only ever heard hymns sung in homage to God during church. The interviewee also spoke about the focus being on the essence of the song and its significance, not the singer.

After our short lesson from Whaea Pip, we started our day of waiata with a grounding in Papatūānuku rāua ko Rangi. We worked hard all day and Whaea Liz was the man all day, with Maiauna being the wahine. During the day we had two tea breaks, lunch and dinner and we took hold of Ka Karuerue with a passion in an attempt to learn it inside out. After dinner we ran through the seven songs, which we learnt over and over again. We finished around 9.30pm with a karakia. We also welcomed Moe Miyazaki, a Japanese visitor to our country. We hosted her the first night as a gesture towards Masashi Yamada, who looked after our iwi in our time of need, so we looked after one of his countrymen in return.

Furthermore, the singer will stand beside the speaker, regardless of where he will be standing or, the speaker will sing the song alone. It would not be supportive if those assisting with the singing were to stand in a different area. By standing beside the speaker it is also a sign of being organised, united and orderly.

We had a poroporoaki on Sunday after breakfast, before cleaning and packing up. We were able to hand out registration forms and take an iwi photo together. We are looking forward to our last waiata wānanga next year before we head down home to be a part of the pōwhiri/hākari for Te Matatini 2015 – He Ngākau Aroha, where we too can thank Aotearoa for all of the assistance they have given our iwi.

Ultimately, the purpose of the supportive song is not just a song plucked from the top of your head or a song to bring down the house. It is the truest, most traditional way of being Māori, taught by Māori, to live as Māori. It showcases Māori as being unique and exquisite narrators with its own institution of higher education. Without the speech and the supportive song there is no trace of Māori – but that will never be the case.

To whānau, may you all have a very safe and prosperous summer and enjoy each other’s company, love, hospitality and unity. Te atua manaaki ki a koutou katoa.

Whānau after the poroporoaki at Pukemokimoki Marae.

The Office

Kaimahi hou

Nau mai, tauti mai Talia ki tō tātou kāhui kaimahi. During the summer break, Talia Ellison will be joining the Dunedin KMK team as a KMK Assistant. She will support us by helping to prepare and plan for upcoming KMK wānaka reo and events. Talia has whakapapa to both Ōtākou and Kaikōura. She has completed a Bachelor of Arts in Māori and Indigenous Development at the University of Otago and will be enrolling in an honours programme in Māori next year.

Talia Ellison.

Kura Reo Kāi Tahu

Kura Reo Kāi Tahu is an opportunity for Kāi Tahu te reo speaking whānau to participate in an immersion learning environment that aims to teach specific Kāi Tahu reo, waiata, whakataukī, kīwaha, kōrero pūrakau and associated tikaka.

Tēnā koutou kā pākaiahi o kā hapori katoa, huri noa i te motu. He karaka tēnei ki kā whānau reo Māori. Nau mai, karapinepine mai anō i raro i tō tātou korowai o te reo Māori. Hai te rā 12 ki te 16 o Iwa, ka tū te Kura Reo Kāi Tahu ki Arowhenua. He wānaka tēnei mō kā whānau kōrero Māori, he reo rumaki te wānaka nei. Ko te reo Māori te tino kaupapa kia tūhonohono ai a tamariki mā, a mātua mā, a pakeke mā hoki. Ki te hia haramai koe, kotahi atu ki tō tātou whāraki ipuraki www.kmk.maori.nz, ā, whakakīkīa te pepa whakauru, ā, whakahokia mai ki brett.lee@ngaitahu.iwi.nz ki tō tātou nei wāhi mahi rānei.

Kura Reo Kāi Tahu is aimed at intermediate and advanced learners who wish to increase and develop the quality and depth of their reo Māori skills. It is essential that all tamariki are conversational in te reo and can cope within an immersion environment. Visit our website www.kmk.maori.nz to access the registration form. Please fill it in and return it to brett. lee@ngaitahu.iwi.nz or send registrations to KMK Advisor, PO Box 13046, Christchurch.

Arowhenua, Kāti Huirapa have been confirmed as our hosts for Kura Reo Kāi Tahu 2015, which will run from 12-16 January 2015.

Whānau during a game of tug of war.

Whānau perform a haka during Kura Reo Kāi Tahu.

Papakāika Reo Fund

Aki te reo app

The Papakāika Reo fund is a KMK initiative that supports Papatipu Rūnaka to develop te reo pathways within their Papakāika community. The Papakāika Reo Fund provides targeted financial assistance to be used towards the te reo development of registered Ngāi Tahu members.

Congratulations to Dr. Poia Rewi, Dr. Katharina Ruckstuhl and the team from the University of Otago who have developed an innovative new Māori language app called, Aki. Aki is a free Māori language vocabulary and phraselearning app for iPhones and iPads that involves participants in an interactive game. Its aim is to develop Māori language skills, particularly in young people as fewer are speaking te reo according to the most recent census figures.

The fund will give preference to Papatipu Rūnaka with a language plan focused on the development, proficiency and intergenerational transmission of te reo. If you have any questions or require further information please contact Victoria Campbell (project coordinator) on 0800 KAI TAHU (0800 524 8248), email victoria. campbell@ngaitahu.iwi.nz or by post Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu, PO Box 799 Dunedin.

The app will be free through the Apple Store and work is under way to also make it available for android phones. Check it out whānau mā – see if you can beat our score.

Ngāti Waewae

E tika ana kia puta kā mihi manahau ki te whare o Tūhuru me te hapū o Kāti Waewae. Pōpōroa ana a Kāti Waewae ki te whakatū whare hai āhuru mōwai mō rātou, ā, mō kā uri ā muri ake nei. E whā tau te kākano e pēhi ake ana, ā, kua puawai mai ai. Kua whakatūwheratia te whare o Tūhuru i ruka i te marae o Arahura i Te Tai Poutini. Koinei te marae tuatahi mō te hapū o Kāti Waewae, ā, te mutuka kē mai o te ātaahua. Nō mātou te marikanui, kua tae-ā-tinana atu ki te whakatūwherataka o taua whare, ā, i hua mai te whakaaro inā kē te ātaahua o te tū a Māori ki te whakatuwhera whare, he karakia, he wero, he karaka, he whaikōrero, he waiata. Waihoki whiua ana te kai. Tēnei ka mihi atu ki kā manukura o Kāti Waewae e hāpai ana o mua, ā, ki kā rika raupā e hāpai ana o muri. Kai kā tohuka o te manaaki, kai Kāti Waewae, tēnā koutou katoa. He tīmataka hou tēnei mā Kāti Waewae, ā, ko te manako ia ka okea ururoatia e koutou me tā koutou whai i te reo Māori. Mā tātou.

The new Aki app.

Kia Kūrapa ki Awarua

With the New Year approaching many people will set their New Year resolutions – what an opportune time to set some te reo goals. Kia Kūrapa ki Awarua will be the first beginner to intermediate wānaka of the New Year – Friday 30 January (5pm) until Sunday 1 February (2pm). Kia Kūrapa is a safe, supportive learning environment for all learners. Led by pou reo and kaiako from the Aoraki Matatū programme. Kick start 2015 and your te reo with this wānaka.

Congratulations to Ngāti Waewae on the opening of your stunning new marae. Those who were fortunate to be present have conveyed how beautiful it was to witness to such a special occasion. From the impressive facilities to the inspirational pōwhiri and the various leadership roles throughout the occasion. From the front to the back, we thank you all for your exceptional hospitality.

For more information check out our website or contact Victoria Campbell; or call 0800 KAI TAHU (0800 524 8248).

Reo o te wā – Language of the season

KMK have been proud to work with Ngāti Waewae through the Papakāika and Whānau Reo Funds. They have been committed to their te reo initiatives and programmes with whānau and have been attending te reo classes as well as kapa haka sessions. The KMK team looks forward to working with Ngāti Waewae on future te reo initiatives and projects. Mā tātou.

Marama: Waru (December), Iwa (January). Kaupeka: Raumati (summer).

Handy holiday kupu and kīwaha Kā mihi o te wā Pani ārai hihirā Kai hea ōu pāraerae? Komohia tō whareama Te Kopa iti o Raureka

Season’s greetings. Sunblock, sunscreen. Where are your jandals? Put your hat on. The small purse of Raureka.

KMK events calendar Initiative

When

Who/te reo level

Kura Reo Kāi Tahu (total immersion wānaka).

12-16 Iwa (January) 2015.

Intermediate to advanced speakers of te reo.

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

30 Iwa (January) -1 Kahuru (February) 2015.

Beginner to intermediate level speakers of te reo.

For all inquiries, registration forms or information on KMK initiatives please call the free phone number on 0800 KAI TAHU (0800 524 8248) or check out our website www.kmk.maori.nz; or our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/kaitahureo.

Whai Rawa matched savings*

Whai Rawa Christmas koha

There is still time to qualify for matched savings. Any deposits made before 31 December, will help towards eligibility.

Still not sure what to get your whānau for Christmas? Why not gift them a Whai Rawa koha. It’s not too late. Give us a call on 0800 942 472 to let us know how much you have gifted into a whānau member’s account and we will then send a card on your behalf.

For every $1 that adult members (aged 16-64) save in 2014, Te Rūnanga will contribute another $1 (up to a maximum of $200* per year). For child members (under 16-years-old, as at 31 December), Te Rūnanga will contribute $4 for every $1 saved (up to a maximum of $200* per year). Matched savings for your 2014 savings are paid at the end of March 2015. For ways to save visit our website www.whairawa.com/save.

Christmas closure

This year the Whai Rawa office and call centre will be closed from 24 December and will reopen on Monday 12 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.

*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.

Children matched savings.

identity, environment, education, whānau wellbeing and Papatipu Rūnanga development – it was also important to consider what the world might look like for future generations and what the iwi needed to achieve for them.

Iwi encouraged to ‘think ahead’ at Hui-ā-Tau Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu Kaiwhakahaere, Tā Mark Solomon challenged Ngāi Tahu whānui to think out to 2050 at this year’s Hui-ā-Tau at Arahura. He said that post-Settlement the iwi had prepared a robust vision to take it to 2025 but as that was now only ten years away, the time had come to start thinking beyond the next decade.

“Technology is advancing rapidly and we will find unique ways to keep ourselves connected and grow our presence in the region and beyond,” Tā Mark said. Despite cold winds and torrential rain, whānau were unanimous in their praise of both the whare tipuna opening and the Hui-ā-Tau kaupapa. The office of Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu would like pass on its deepest gratitude to Ngāti Waewae for their many months of hard work, their manaakitanga and their coordination during both events. It was a memorable weekend.

This year’s Hui-ā-Tau coincided with the opening of the magnificent, new Ngāti Waewae whare tīpuna, Tūhuru, at Arahura, which was formally blessed at a dawn ceremony on 21 November, the day before the Hui-āTau. Around 500 Ngāi Tahu whānui braved the wet weather to support the kaupapa of this year’s event, which saw the introduction of three new concepts: live steaming where whānau could log-on to their personal computer or mobile device and view the Hui-ā-Tau from anywhere in the world; the Te Here and Te Apārangi wānanga, which allowed whānau to ask questions kanohi ki te kanohi; and the introduction of Ngāi Tahu cadets as kaimahi for the Hui-ā-Tau. Speaking at the Te Here wānanga, Tā Mark said that while solid delivery of 2025 aspirations would continue – especially in the areas of culture and

Changing habits changes lives

21 and I never followed up any type of treatment but now I have no symptoms.

Jasmine George (Ngāti Kurī) who has been a member of Whai Rawa since 2006, would like to share her story with whānau.

The exercise and nutrition has healed me physically and emotionally and now I feel amazing.

My journey began in 2012 after the birth my son. I suffered postnatal depression and had major body issues. It wasn’t just the appearance side, it was also how tired I felt. My body ached and I felt weak. I did not feel the way a person of my age should feel.

I knew nothing about bodybuilding when I started. The trainer at the boot-camp sessions suggested I look into it and I helped out backstage at the International Natural Bodybuilding Association competition in Queenstown in 2013. A year later I stood on that same stage.

I turned to exercise to not only get out of the house but to rebuild my body, so that daily movements weren’t so challenging. This journey would not have been possible if it weren’t for my mum. She would get up at five o’clock in the morning, to come over and look after my son while I went into town for my early morning boot-camp sessions.

I won first place at that competition and was then invited to represent New Zealand at the International Natural Olympia Competition in San Diego. It was very exciting and a dream come true. There were eight competitors in the New Zealand team and 1000 registered athletes. From the competition we took home eight medals. I placed first in my bikini mama class, which is where you have to have had a child within five years of competing. I also placed fifth in the bikini diva novice class. I was very nervous, as this was my first international competition, however it was a lot of fun, as there were so many amazing athletes from all over the world.

The exercise and interaction with people truly helped. When I introduced my son to solid foods and noticed his intolerances to certain animal products, I began to research and follow plant-based organic living and it was then that I started my healthy plant-based eating. I started to notice my body changing and I began to feel really happy.

I would love to inspire woman who are in similar situations. Sometimes all you need is to see someone who has walked in your shoes to know that you can do it too. At times it’s not easy; it hasn’t been all plain sailing. There have been ups and down along the way. However, life’s unexpected hiccups have helped me grow and have made me stronger. I want to share with people that this took two years of healing. I used to get caught up on not getting the results I wanted in a few months but now I realise it does take time; and it has been worth it.

I then found a plant-built and evolved generation vegan bodybuilding team on Facebook. I was so inspired by all of the athletes, I decided that was where I wanted to be with my health. I knew nothing about bodybuilding but I began researching and planning how I was going to do it. My main goal was to be able to just get up on stage and to regain the confidence I had lost after pregnancy – I feel strong now. It’s not a challenge to pick my son up or run around with him. I love that the weakness in my left hip has strengthened and my back doesn’t ache anymore. I was diagnosed with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome when I was

Thank you Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu for your support through the Pūtea Manaaki Sport Recognition Grant.

Jasmine George.

In addition, the survey revealed that 48.5% of the audience live in households with a couple and two or more children; 38.7% of listeners earn $50,000 or over; and 62.9% earn more than $30,000.

Tahu FM tops Horizon Survey

Tahu FM, the voice of Ngāi Tahu heard throughout New Zealand and the world, has been named the top rating iwi radio station in New Zealand by the November Horizon Poll survey.

The Tahu FM adult audience has increased by 14,900 or 15% since the last Horizon survey in May 2013. 34.7% of all listeners are aged between 25 and 34 and 70 per cent are between 25 and 54.

The Horizon Poll is run by Auckland-based company, Horizon Research, who specialise in online research.

Tahu FM is local and proud. It began in 1991 and is operated by Ngāi Tahu Communications Ltd., a subsidiary of Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu. It is a member of the iwi radio network and the only iwi station in Te Waipounamu. The Horizon statistics are a welcome validation of the station’s bilingual format, broadcasting a wide range of content from a catch-up with Aunty down the road and discussion of local issues, to established and emerging New Zealand music trends.

Over 115,200 listeners have tuned into Tahu FM over the past year and with SKY listeners Included, the total annual figure is 142,900 or 4.5% of the total adult New Zealand population. Around 25,600 people listened to Tahu FM each week and the station’s general manager, Blade Jones says that while iwi station audiences have increased overall, Tahu FM numbers have increased most of all. “We’re delighted that these results validate the format and strategic changes we’ve made over the past 18 months,” says Blade. Tahu FM listeners are spread from the top of the North Island to the bottom of the South. Close to 50% of listeners are Māori, 25% Pacifica and 25% European/ Pākehā.

Right, Hinepounamu Rongonui.

The Tahu FM team from left, Rocky Roberts, Tumehe Rongonui, Sheree Waitoa aka Sista, Te Awhiroa Kuka-Sweet, Waipounamu Te Karu.

with agricultural best practice, but an depth focus on Ngāi Tahu values such kaitiakitanga, manaakitanga and rangatiranga”, Renata says. Open to Māori katoa, Whenua Kura provides students with: • A full-fee cadetship scholarship • Nationally recognised Lincoln University qualifications • A Māori learning environment • A curriculum built on kaitiakitanga and Ngāi Tahu values • A Māori mentor • On-farm learning based at the Ngāi Tahu farms • Help getting a job • Opportunities to progress onto higher levels of training and career acceleration.

New Māori farming diploma

Just as Te Pānui Rūnaka goes to print, iwi-led agriculture initiative Whenua Kura has confirmed a new Diploma in Agriculture. The Level 5 Lincoln University qualification is a one-year programme starting in March, 2015. The comprehensive programme offers an introduction to agriculture, sustainable agricultural practice and how to apply mātauranga Māori (knowledge) to land use and management. Students will live on the Lincoln University campus and the practical 12-week work component will take place on the Ngāi Tahu Farms.

Whenua Kura is a Ngāi Tahu led partnership between Te Tapuae o Rehua, Ngāi Tahu Farming and Lincoln University, which seeks to grow Māori leadership in agriculture.

Whenua Kura programme manager, Renata Hakiwai says the new diploma will provide a higher learning option and a progression on from the Whenua Kura Certificate in Farming (Dairy) Level 3. “The Whenua Kura Diploma in Agriculture is the next step up for Whenua Kura students and Māori agricultural workers with the relevant qualifications and experience looking to progress their careers into management pathways. The diploma will not only provide student

For more information visit www.whenuakura.co.nz or call 0800 KAI TAHU (0800 524 8248) to register your interest and to receive an enrolment pack. Registrations are also being taken for the Whenua Kura Certificate in Farming (Dairy) Level 3 course starting in June 2015.

The donor centre was blessed by Rakihia Tau Jnr in October. As part of the blessing, a significant piece of pounamu, named Te Ratonga Toto o Aotearoa, gifted from Ngāti Waewae Rūnanga on the West Coast was unveiled and sits proudly in the foyer.

Opening of new Christchurch Blood Centre The New Zealand Blood Service (NZBS) Christchurch Blood Centre, Te Whare Whakapapa, at 15 Lester Lane was officially opened last month by Hon Dr Jonathan Coleman, Minister of Health.

The new state-of-the-art Christchurch Blood Centre with its advanced technology was purpose-built for NZBS by Ngāi Tahu Property. The centre is a significant addition to Ngāi Tahu Property’s commercial portfolio, which ultimately contributes to tribal return.

Hon Dr Jonathan Coleman and NZBS Chief Executive Officer, Fiona Ritsma admire the pounamu koha from Ngāti Waewae Rūnanga. (Photo courtesy of Denada Creative).

The crowd during the opening of the Christchurch Blood Centre. (Photo courtesy of Denada Creative).

Are you passionate about mahinga kai? Do you have a vision for mahinga kai in the Ngāi Tahu rohe that you want to see become reality? Do you want to enhance an area or increase a species for mahinga kai purposes?

Get in touch with us to see how the Mahinga Kai Enhancement Fund may be able to help. The Ngāi Tahu Funds through the Mahinga Kai Enhancement Fund are looking to support projects which protect, enhance, utilise or maintain tribally significant mahinga kai areas, species and/or resources. Projects that may be supported include: • Enhancement and/ or protection of a tribally significant mahinga kai area • Establishment, support or enhancement of a new or existing mahinga kai protection area • Establishment of a growing, cultivating or breeding area for a particular mahinga kai resource • Establishment of traditional area management tools • Establishment and/or management of a cultural monitoring programme • Species recovery/ enhancement • Feasibility study for species recovery/ translocation • Habitat restoration The Mahinga Kai Enhancement Fund consists of one funding round per year. The Ngāi Tahu Funds Committee invite applications from legal entities with a Ngāi Tahu association by the closing date of Friday 27 March 2015. Any applications received after 27 March 2015 will not be accepted. Applications will be considered by the Ngāi Tahu Funds Committee in May and project timelines should commence after 01 July 2015.

Interested in applying? Contact the Ngāi Tahu Funds Advisor today on 0800 942 472, funds@ngaitahu.iwi.nz or visit www.ngaitahufund.com

Pānui ‘Oaro M’ Incorporation Education Grant

NB: Recipients of a grant may be invited to provide ‘Oaro M’ Shareholders with an opportunity to report how this grant has assisted their education outcomes. Failure to respond may result in any further applications being declined.

‘Oaro M’ Incorporation was established in 1968. Over the past 46 years successive boards have managed and maintained the whenua, located at ‘Oaro M’, Kaikōura, on behalf of its shareholders. Over time shareholders have requested the board consider establishing an education grant in order to assist whānau with their educational aspirations.

Amounts Where an application is successful, the amount of the grant will be up to $250 to an individual or up to $500 per whānau. However the amount of the grant will depend on circumstances, the dollar amounts stated are a guideline only.

Education grants In order to assist our whānau members ‘Oaro M’ Incorporation is inviting those who whakapapa to one of the three whānau (Hariata Beaton, Gray, Kemp) to make an application. The purpose of this fund is to provide financial assistance of up to $250 per individual, or up to $500 per whānau for the purpose of supporting whānau educational aspirations: i. Assistance with school fees ii. Assistance with books and resources iii. Assistance with school uniforms iv. Assistance with school excursions.

All grants are subject to the availability of the funding. Funds are limited and all applications will be considered at each February board meeting. No more than one grant will be paid per whānau. Process In order to apply for a grant, you must complete the ‘Oaro M’ Incorporation Education Fund application form, which is available from the secretary. Applications close 31 January 2015 and can be lodged by sending to: P O Box 1694, Christchurch or by emailing: oaromincorporated@xtra. co.nz.

Please note: Support from other sources will not affect your eligibility to receive assistance from this education fund. If you wish to apply please contact, The Secretary, ‘Oaro M’ Incorporation, PO Box 1694 Christchurch. Only one application will be considered per whānau in any 12 month period.

Enquiries If you have any questions relating to the grant, please contact the secretary on 027 489 2541. 35

Ngāti Waewae opens new whare tipuna

The whare tipuna is the last building to be completed in a modern complex that overlooks the Arahura River. It includes offices, a whare kai and kitchen, a meeting room and a central courtyard and outdoor fireplace. The complex was, designed by MAP Architects from Christchurch and the carving supervised by, Ngāi Tahu carver, Fayne Robinson. The tukutuku panels were managed by, Rititia Tainui.

A huge crowd of Ngāi Tahu iwi and guests gathered for the opening of the new Ngāti Waewae whare tipuna, Tūhuru on Friday 21 November, despite torrential rain and cold conditions. The $5.5m, state-of-the-art complex has been under construction for five years and is the first dedicated marae at Arahura in 145 years. The day began with a dawn ceremony, followed by a pōwhiri and formal welcome. This included a group of women doing mau rākau, a tradition not commonly seen today.

With opening formalities completed, Tūhuru was ‘open for business’ on Saturday, 22 November, hosting Ngāi Tahu Hui-ā-Tau 2014.

Elections will be held to fill three vacancies on the administering body. Nominations for these positions must be on the appropriate form and must be received by the administering body no later than 5pm, 14 January 2015. No late nominations will be accepted. Work programmes under consideration by the administering body for next year will be presented at the meeting. Nomination forms and application for permit forms are available from the Secretary at the Rakiura administering body or by email RTIABcontact@gmail. com.

Annual general meeting

The annual general meeting will be held at Te Takutai o te Tïtï Marae, Colac Bay, on 15 February, at 11.30am. Light refreshments will be available at the conclusion of the non-Rakiura Māori business at 12.30pm, before the resumption of the meeting for Rakiura Māori.

All correspondence should be forwarded to The Secretary, Rakiura Tïtï Islands Administering Body, PO Box 316, Invercargill.

Permits to enter the Rakiura Tïtï Islands (former Crown Islands) in accordance with the Rakiura Tïtï Islands Bylaws 2005, will be dealt with at this meeting. Applications for permits must be in writing in the form set out in the bylaws and must be received on time. Note, the closing date for applications for permits to build, and entry permits for non-Rakiura Māori (except for whānau) is 5pm, 14 January 2015. Permits for Rakiura Māori and their whānau to enter the islands must be received by 12 noon on permit day.

Tane Davis, Chairman, Rakiura Tītī Islands Administering Body.

The other two finalists were Dunedin-based businesses, Arai Te Uru Whare Hauora and Blue Penguins Pukekura. Richard Kerr-Bell, who assisted on the awards judging panel, says all of the applications were of a high standard but the application from the Ngāi Tahu Māori Law Centre stood out.

Ngāi Tahu success at business awards

On 6 November, the Ngāi Tahu Māori Law Centre Inc was named the winner of the 2014 Māori Business Award, at the Westpac Otago Chamber of Commerce Business Awards, held in Dunedin.

“Their leadership has been stable for a long time and they had undertaken training. We felt that they also had strong leadership on the ground.”

The Māori Business Award was sponsored by Ngāi Tahu Holdings Corporation and it was the first time that the Ngāi Tahu Māori Law Centre had entered the prestigious awards.

“The purpose of the award is to acknowledge Māori businesses and for some of them it certainly lifts their profile. It also provides more marketing and awareness to the Māori businesses,” says Richard.

Ngāi Tahu Māori Law Centre, manager, Joy Smith, says they are extremely pleased with the results and that it is was an honour to be the recipient of the award. “These awards do lift our profile – I’ve already had people congratulate me,” she says.

The awards have been held every two years since 1998. The next awards ceremony will be in 2016.

“We’ve got a very skilled team and we also offer a mediation service . We are unique. There are no other organisations like us in New Zealand.” She adds that the kaupapa of their application was around sustainability of Māori land.

Ngāi Tahu sportspeople compete at the top

She was also the recipient of a Queen’s Service Medal in this year’s honours list for services to sport.

Five Ngāi Tahu sportspeople are among 26 Māori world champions who will compete for top honors at this year’s Māori Sports Awards, on Saturday 29 November, in Auckland.

Te Toihuarewa – Disabled Māori Sports Person of the Year – Holly Robinson (Ngāi Tahu) of Dunedin – shot put and javelin. Holly has been a field athlete at the Paralympics. She is currently studying towards a Bachelor of Applied Science at the Otago Institute of Sport and Adventure.

The 24th awards ceremony will be hosted by Te Tohu Taakaro o Aotearoa Charitable Trust at Auckland’s Vodafone Events Centre on Saturday 29 November, from 5pm.

This year she competed at the 2014 IPC Grand Prix, in Beijing and won gold in the women’s F46 shotput, where she set a world record. Holly also won bronze in the women’s F46 javelin and in this event she set a New Zealand record.

In 1991, the late Albie Pryor (Ngāti Awa) established the awards to promote and encourage Māori in the pursuit of sporting excellence. He later expanded that brief to identify and support young Māori talent so they could achieve at Olympic, Commonwealth and international competitions.

Te Aratiatia – Māori Sports Umpire/Referee of the Year – Glen Warrick Jackson (Ngāi Tahu) of Tauranga – rugby. Glen has refereed five international rugby test matches, 11 Super Rugby matches and numerous ITM Cup rugby matches.

All five Ngāi Tahu finalists are also in with a chance to be given the title and the supreme award of Māori Sportsperson of the Year – Rongomaraeroa. The Ngāi Tahu recipients and finalists are as follows: Individual Māori World Champion – Sonia Manaena (Ngāi Tahu, Ngāti Porou) of Wellington – powerlifting. Sonia competed at the World Classis Raw Powerlifting Championships in South Africa and came first in the women’s 84kg+ raw deadlift; she was also successful in setting a world record.

Hineahuone – Senior Māori Sportswoman of the Year – Krystal Forgesson (Ngāi Tahu) of Auckland – hockey. Krystal recently retired from international hockey with the Black Sticks amassing 220 caps and 77 goals. Some of her achievements include, being named Auckland Hockey Player of the Year and Sport Waitakere, Sportswoman of the Year.

Māui Tikitiki-ā-Taranga – Māori Sports Administrator of the Year, Heather Skipworth QSM (Ngāi Tahu, Ngāti Kahungunu) of Napier – Iron Māori. Heather is the chief organiser of the highly successful Iron Māori triathlon movement throughout the country, which has now been extended to the Gold Coast, Australia.

Holly Robinson in action.

Krystal Forgesson on the field.

Scholarship winner bound for China

A ceremony was recently held at Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu to recognise Danni’s scholarship win. Representatives from both Ngāi Tahu and Agria Corporation attended as well as the Chinese Consulate General, Jin Zhijian.

Danni Thian (Ngāi Tahu nō Awarua Rūnanga) is the recipient of this year’s Agria-Hōaka scholarship. In February, she will travel to China and spend 12 months studying Mandarin at the prestigious Tsinghua University in Beijing. Danni, 24, says she feels fortunate to have been given the opportunity to travel to China, next year. “It’s all surreal. I recently went to the Chinese Embassy and that is when it all started to sink in.”

Chairman of Agria Corporation, Alan Lai, acknowledged Danni’s success in securing the Agria-Hōaka scholarship and wished her well on her journey overseas. “This is a great opportunity for you to take this scholarship. I hope that when you come back, you can be a champion for Ngāi Tahu and for the company – you are an ambassador,” he said.

She adds that she has started taking evening Mandarin classes in preparation for her trip.

The scholarship was established in 2013 and Danni is the second recipient. The Agria-Hōaka scholarship is a joint partnership between Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu and Agria Corporation Limited (New Zealand) and is based on a common commitment to intergenerational excellence. Agria Corporation Limited is a Chinabased agriculture company with operations in China and internationally. Ngāi Tahu and Agria are both shareholders in PGG Wrightson.

Danni graduated from Otago University with a Bachelor of Commerce (1st Class Hons with a major in economics. She currently works at the New Zealand Treasury, in Wellington, as a commercial operations, labour market and welfare analyst. In 2009, she accepted an internship at Ngāi Tahu Holdings as a Matakahi Cadet and the following year she completed the cultural and personal development programme, Aoraki Bound. Outside of her academic achievements, Danni has excelled in swimming and synchronised swimming; having won a gold medal at the 2004 Oceania Championships for synchronised swimming.

From left, Mike Sang, Chief Executive of Ngāi Tahu Holdings, Danni Thian, Jin Zhijian, Consul-General China, Christchurch and Alan Lai, Agria Corporation.

Danni Thian.

International recognition for glacier guides

Kerry says the award from TNT Magazine is relevant to the team at Franz Josef Glacier Guides as the magazine targets 18-35 year-olds, who often backpack and visit the Franz Josef township.

This is a major achievement for the Ngāi Tahu Tourismowned venture. They were also voted runner-up for the best visitor activity.

She adds that the award helps to cement and validate that customers are walking away from the glacier experience with lasting positive memories. Franz Josef Glacier Guides was established in 1990 and is an internationally-recognised tourism operator.

Franz Josef Glacier Guides has been voted the best attraction in New Zealand at this year’s TNT Golden Backpack Awards.

The TNT Golden Backpack Awards are the original and most well-established awards dedicated to the independent travel sector, rewarding companies that work hard to make backpacking around Australia and New Zealand that extra bit special. Backpackers were able to cast their votes during a tenweek campaign and this year, around 20,000 votes were received for Franz Josef Glacier Guides. Sales and marketing manager, Kerry Myers says the company is delighted to have received the award. “Quite often for awards you have to submit applications but with this award the votes have come from the public. It demonstrates that we have a world-class activity which backpackers know is truly a once-in-alifetime experience and it is a testament to the skill and experience of our guides on the ice.”

Photo courtesy of Franz Josef Glacier Guides.

Te Waihora restoration project a New Zealand first When the massive beds of naturally-occurring macrophytes (karepō seed beds) disappeared from Te Waihora/Lake Ellesmere in the 1960s, it was a turning point for the quality of the lake’s water.

“We found six different species including two key species – Ruppia and Sago pondweed – that we know were part of the lake’s historical macrophyte beds. We also found two rare species – a brackish water charophyte and Lepilaena – both considered to be threatened plants in New Zealand.

Known for their ability to buffer wave action, take up nutrients, improve water quality and provide diverse habitats for fish and wildlife, submerged macrophyte systems in many New Zealand lowland lakes collapsed at about that time and never returned.

“Although we’re not working with the latter two species, we were very pleased to see they have survived in Te Waihora. Their presence gives me hope. That they’re managing to persist in the lake is very pleasing.”

In Te Waihora, the decline was exacerbated by the Wahine storm of 1968 that literally tore them out of the lake.

Ms de Winton said the macrophyte project was particularly challenging because it is the first time anything like it has been trialled in New Zealand.

Today, in what is thought to be one of the few restoration projects of its type in the world, NIWA and the University of Canterbury are working with Whakaora Te Waihora partners to restore the Te Waihora macrophyte beds. Whakaora Te Waihora is the joint restoration programme led by Ngāi Tahu and Environment Canterbury – see www.tewaihora.org.

“I’m not aware of anyone working internationally to restore submerged macrophyte beds on this scale either,” she said. “That is both daunting and exciting. There are no examples for us to follow and no guarantees.

Hamilton-based NIWA freshwater ecologist Mary de Winton is leading the ground-breaking four-year project. Two years into it, she is pleased with progress and delighted that the team has been able to eco-source a good supply of macrophyte species within the Halswell River system neighbouring the lake.

“We’re tapping into local knowledge and taking it one step at a time. Even if the beds fail to re-establish longterm, we hope we may better understand why they never recovered naturally and why they struggle to survive in current conditions. We’re aiming to learn as much as we possibly can about the lake system and how it works.”

“Finding that there were submerged macrophytes left in the lake system was a great boost,” she said.

The restoration plan has included the establishment of a macrophyte culture facility at Taumutu. 41

Land has been leased from a local landowner, who also acts as the facility caretaker.

“The Te Waihora Management Board and the whānau from Taumutu Marae have been great at introducing us to the right people with extensive knowledge of the lake. When we’ve needed seeds and plants, they’ve been able to show us the best places to look,” she said.

With the help of Taumutu whānau and tamariki on school holiday programmes, eco-sourced macrophytes have been split, planted and placed into the 30,1800 litre tanks on site. Ms de Winton is confident up to 3000 macrophytes can be raised and hopes to have them transplanted into three approved sites around Te Waihora by late 2015.

Another planting day at the macrophyte culture facility is planned for this summer and Ms de Winton said once the macrophytes are in the lake, a year of monitoring should indicate whether the plants will persist.

The Te Waihora Management Board has approved the first site and resource consent has been gained for the first trial wave barrier that will be installed at the planting site to reduce wave action and help the macrophytes establish.

“We’ve chosen the sites we think will give the macrophytes the best chance of survival. If we succeed we are confident they will have significant benefits for the future of the lake. “And of course we’ll be following up with ongoing monitoring of water quality, fish habitats and improved cultural values.”

Ms de Winton said working closely with iwi and the University of Canterbury has been immensely valuable to the project.

The macrophyte trials will end in early 2017.

Mary de Winton demonstrating the potting of macrophytes.

The macrophyte tank facility at Taumutu.

The details of the practice are: • Date: Saturday, 24 January • Start time: 10am • Venue: Tuahiwi Marae. It is important that all pakeke who wish to participate in this event (particularly all senior kaihaka) are available for this practice as we will be rehearsing the waiata, haka (Tēnei te ruru) and the haka pōwhiri, which was composed by Piri.

Te Matatini 2015 pōwhiri rehearsals

Ka topa taku manu i ruka Aoraki e karaka atu ana he mihi, he owha ki kā aroaro mauka huri noa i te motu. Nō reira, e kā manu korihi, e kā manu korokī, tēnā koutou katoa.

Please also schedule in your diaries the following date as the dress rehearsal for the pōwhiri: • • •

Liz Kereru and Piri Sciascia on behalf of Ngāi Tūāhuriri are calling a practice in preparation for the Te Matatini 2015 pōwhiri.

Te Matatini web series

As part of the build-up to Te Matatini 2015, the office is producing a five-episode web series, which you will be able to watch on www.ngaitahu.iwi.nz.

Date: Tuesday, 3rd March Start time: 6pm Venue: North Hagley Park.

Episode four: Planning and preparation. Meet some of the organisers, Ngāi Tahu artists, Ngāi Tahu stall holders, the coordinators of the haka pōwhiri and the crew who will be organising the hākari for the thousands who will be coming to Te Matatini 2015.

The series is designed to document the journey to Te Matatini 2015 and celebrate Ngāi Tahu kapa haka. Episode one: What is Te Matatini? We will be talking with the main players from the Te Matatini executive, The Waitaha Cultural Council and the 2015 Festival governance group – Te Pātuitanga.

Episode five: Te Matatini 2015 – He Ngākau Aroha. Here we will capture the event and talk with performers and supporters who have travelled from as far away as Australia. We will also talk with Ngāti Kahungunu the next hosts and finish with a kōrero to Te Matatini executive and the Waitaha Cultural Council.

Episode two: The 1986 Polynesian Festival. Join us as we reminisce the 1986 festival with the original organising committee, local performers, the 1986 winners and current reigning champions, Te Waka Huia.

The first episode of the series will be launched on-line in early December. Look out for future episode release dates in the New Year.

Episode three: The Waitaha qualifying teams. We will talk with the three hosting groups Ngā Manu a Tāne, Te Ahikōmau a Hamoterangi and first-time group, Te Pao a Tahu.

Te Matatini early bird tickets

Attention whānau – please make sure you make the most of the early bird Te Matatini 2015 ticket prices – this special offer ends midnight 31 December.

Please be aware there will be no exceptions on the day, so make sure you get in early. If you intend to attend the entire festival, consider a fourday Fanzone ticket – $150, which will secure access to a dedicated Fanzone seating area (non-allocated) with a quality view of the main stage. These tickets are available first in, best dressed.

At this price tickets are affordable and will make awesome Christmas presents. You can save up to 50 per cent on gate sale prices; we don’t want you to be disappointed. From 1 January the standard Te Matatini online ticket prices kick in and if you choose to turn up on-the-day gate sale tickets will cost more.

Visit www.tematatini.co.nz for tickets or call 0508 iTICKET (0800 484 253).

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