TPR March 2012 by Te Runanga o Ngai Tahu

Kahuru Kai Paeka | MARCH 2012

I tukuna mai tēnei whakaahua e Amanda-Jane Solomon nō Kāikoura.

Tēnei marama •

Merryn Skipper tells her Aoraki Bound story pg 10-11

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Last chance to win a whānau holiday with Whai Rawa pg 26

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Kā Pūtea and other education scholarships available for whānau pg 17, 19, 26 and 30

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Ngāi Tahu road shows, dates, venues and locations confirmed pg 30

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New grants available for earthquake affected whānau pg 25

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Ngāi Tahu whānau win earthquake awards pg 32-33

Nā te Kaiwhakahaere The next round of elections is very much underway. I notice in this edition of Te Pānui Rūnaka, that Te Taumutu has joined ŌrakaAparima in submitted a notice of their intention to hold a postal ballot to elect the members of their Appointment Committee. The Appointment Committee has the task of appointing the rūnanga representative and alternate representative to Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu. It is hard for me to believe that some of our Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu representatives are already reaching the end of their three-year terms. The Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu Act 1996 binds us to hold our elections in a prescribed way. We are bound to use an appointment panel to appoint our papatipu rūnanga

representatives and we must conduct the elections in a democratic manner by postal ballot. This is why you can expect to see pānui from each of the papatipu Rūnanga about their election intentions over the next 18 months. So if you whakapapa to ŌrakaAparima or Taumutu, please take time to read the important ‘Notice of intention to hold a postal ballot’ in their respective Te Pānui Rūnaka sections (pg 13 and pg 21). In the latter half of the year, there are quite a number of papatipu rūnanga with elections coming up, so you will see more notices posted in the months ahead. It is important that you ensure your contact details, held by your papatipu rūnanga are up to date and if you have any questions at all give your rūnanga a call sooner rather than later.

encourage all whānau to get along to one of the feedback sessions. This will be your chance to ask questions of us, and to hear about the current direction of Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu and how this fits with Ngāi Tahu 2025 and papatipu rūnanga aspirations. The dates and locations for the road show are on page 30. The more people we meet and the more feedback we get, the better we can do our job. We have ensured that we have sessions from Auckland through to Invercargill, so please think about coming to meet us at one of the venues. To finish up, I wish to congratulate the Waitaha Cultural Council. They were successful in their bid to host Te Matatini in 2015. This will be a great opportunity to give back to all the iwi who supported us during the earthquakes.

Speaking about participation, the Ngāi Tahu road show is coming up in April and May and I would like to

Te Rūnanga o Kaikōura Hutton’s Shearwaters – haere rā e ngā tītī

Photo identified

Each year members of Te Rūnanga o Kaikōura are part of the farewell ceremony for the unique Hutton’s Shearwaters. This will take place on Saturday 31 March and Sunday 1 April.

More information has come through about this photo that was printed in an edition of Te Pānui Rūnaka last year. Karen Starkey identified the man in uniform as Morehu Rewiti Ihaia Waruhe. His correct name is Morehu Hakopa, he was a private in the Māori Pioneer Battalion from 1914-1917. He was killed in action.

Saturday 31 March 5.00pm Mayfair Theatre for refreshments and mix and mingle. 5.30pm Opening and welcome Guest speakers and Charity Auction Local premiere of our very own Hutton’s Shearwater documentary – admission $20. Sunday 1 April 6.45am Gather at South Bay Reserve 7.00am Walk to Peninsula Colony for farewell ceremony.

The official information, which substantiates the above, is contained in ‘Te Hokowhitu a Tū - the Māori Pioneer Battalion’ Nominal Roll p134 written by Christopher Pugsley, Military Historian and also ‘Māori in the Great War’ author James Cowan p182.

Return to South Bay Coastguard building for a barbecue breakfast of bacon butties, tea and coffee, short presentation and scientific updates, it should be a midmorning finish.

Te Rūnanga o Ngāti Waewae He pēpi

Congratulations to Ashlee Wickett and Brad Bonney. Ashlee gave birth to baby Lilley-Rose Evelyn Bonney, a 7.2lb baby girl, on 1/03/2012 at Burwood Hosptial, Christchurch. The first mokopuna for tāua Nadia. Aniwaniwa Pounamu Beattie was born on 6 December to Cole Beattie and Tia Kihi – mokopuna to Rangi and Claire Kihi, pictured on the right with her tāua Adelaide Kihi (Tauwhare).

Rā whānau

Adrian Tainui – 5 January Summer Lilly – 12 January Josh Tamainu – 13 January Ashlee Wickett – 21 January Ra Paker – 27 January Aaron Tauwhare – 29 January Hine Tainui – 29 January Horano Wilson – 4 February Alan Tainui – 5 February Ruihi Tumahai – 10 February

Aniwaniwa Pounamu Beattie with her tāua Adelaide Kihi (Tauwhare).

Ursula Tainui – 14 February Corey Tauwhare – 15 February Ihaka Weepu – 17 February Justice Tainui – 20 February Derek Tainui – 23 February Sam Ngaamo – 23 February Hameria Hutana – 3 March Teamo Tamainu – 3 March Nadia Tainui – 3 March Raeana Ulupano – 4 March

Ngāti Waewae whānau living in Ōtautahi get together

Ema Weepu – 12 March Ngawai Weepu – 16 March Charlene Tauwhare – 19 March Waitaiki Mason – 24 March Annabelle-Lee Harris – 26 March Kaiynah Mason – 28 March Nora Mcquarrie – 28 March Matariki Tumahai – 29 March.

Stockton Plateau. Hine Kikoiti is the first of a number of translocation hīkoi Ngāti Waewae will be doing as part of a program to enhance the Rotoiti numbers. Whānau who are keen to be a part of this program, please contact our office.

Waewae whānau living in Ōtautahi all got together at the Ratana whānau pā (Tai Tapu) for a cup of tea on 3 March. Some of the Arahura tāua drove across for the occasion, they all had a wonderful time. On behalf of all the whānau a big thank you to Aunty Muri, Vicky, Lani, Cazna and Trudy for opening up your homes and putting on the most amazing cup of tea. The first ‘cup of tea’ that had whitebait, tītī and roast chicken and pork … yummy.

Marae development project

We are pleased to announce construction of the wharekai has started. It is hoped that this stage of the project will be completed by October this year.

Whakairo project

The team are very busy and have had a number of visitors over the past month with Piri Sciascia, and Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu representatives Tahu Potiki and James Daniels. The team welcome any visitors; please contact the office if you would like to visit.

Land and environment

Whānau from Ngāti Waewae and Ngāti Apa joined together in the release of a kiwi named Hine Kikoiti (aka Stocky) into Lake Rotoiti (a predator free area). Stocky gets her nickname from her previous home, the

Ngāti Waewae and Ngāti Apa whānau with Hine Kikoiti (Stocky).

Ngāti Waewae picnic day at the Arahura Pā

went to the Hokitika pool, where we all had a ball. We also brought our hangi into town.

On 28 January our whānau celebrated our Arahura Pā picnic day. We had a great time playing a lot of fun games. We also had our photo taken outside Uncle Lou’s house by the fence, which we have done for many years. Unfortunately, on the day, like for the last few years it rained. We had a backup plan, so at about 3pm, we all

It was great to see a lot of our whānau having a great time. Special thanks to our Ngāti Waewae Charitable Trust, and also our people that are always there to help us. You know who you are – many thanks.

Ngāti Waewae whānau in front of Uncle Lou’s house.

Relay for Life (Cancer Society)

Caroline for all the awesome work. Thanks also to all the tāua who sat there till 2am until we sent you home to warm up and get yourself re-energised for the next day. Also thanks to Mahana Coulston who made a pounamu baton for Wahine Toa.

On Saturday 18 February our Wahine Toa team – made up of 30 tāua and other whānau – entered in a 24-hour relay at Westland High School, Hokitika. The turnout for this amazing event was awesome, and thankfully the weather held off. A big thank you to Ursula, Missy, Nelly and

Pounamu Baton.

Wahine Toa camp site.

A few of our tāua doing their last lap.

Fusion dance crew

Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu February hui

On Saturday 18 February our tamariki performed at Relay for Life, a fundraiser for the cancer society, at Westland High School, Hokitika. They had a 10 minute spot to entertain the crowd and boy did they put on a good show. The crowd loved their dance moves and a few of our tāua danced in their seats. Well done Fusion, you made your tutor proud!!

Ngāti Waewae and Makaawhio Rūnanga were pleased to host the February Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu meeting at Arahura Pā. This meeting was a special meeting for Poutini Ngāi Tahu because they discussed a Pounamu Finder’s Fee. This is a joint initiative between the Office of Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu and Poutini Ngāi Tahu, which will see pounamu returned to kaitiaki through a finder’s fee arrangement.

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Papatipu rūnanga hui

These are normally held on the second Sunday of every second month, Arahura Marae at 11am. The next dates are 15 April, 10 June. Wānanga are normally held on the second Sunday of every other month, Arahura Marae, 11am. Next date is 13 May. Contact Caroline at the office on 03 755 6451, email: admin@ngatiwaewae.org.nz or free phone 0508 786 2642.

Fusion dance crew.

Te Rūnanga o Makaawhio Kāi Tahu whānui, tēnā koutou! Nei rā te maioha o Kāti Māhaki ki Makaawhio ki a koutou katoa! Nei rā hoki te mihi poroporoaki ki kā mate huhua o te wā. Ki a koutou kua hīkoi atu ki tua o te ārai, kai te mihi atu, kai te taki atu. Haere, haere, haere atu rā. Moe mai koutou i te rakimārie.

meat sandwiches, corn on the cob and baked potatoes were in hot demand at the event. In combination with our sponsorship, to date our efforts have earned more than $1200.

Relay 4 Life - 18.2.12 - Day 1 - Hot roast meat sammies, corn on da cob and backed spuds...YUM

Rātou ki ā ratou, tātou anō ki a tātou. Tēnā anō tātou katoa!

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We have continued the trend here on Te Tai o Poutini, enjoying some fantastic weather and of course making the most of it!

Makaawhio ‘Mauri Ora’ – motivation hui

Keeping our rōpū motivated to make healthy and positive choices continues to be a focus for Makaawhio Mauri Ora. Members met recently for shared kai and a catch up. Creating opportunities for group activities, ‘buddying up’ and encouraging participation in rūnanga events are some of the ploys being adopted in preparation for winter, when motivation levels tend to drop! Kia kaha koutou!!!

Hot roast meat sandwiches, corn on the cob and backed spuds ...yum!

An awesome team effort, spurred on by a great support crew!!! Tēnā rawa atu koutou!

Relay for Life – Hokitika 18/19 February

Te Rūnanga o Makaawhio were proud to support our team, Makaawhio Mauri Ora, who took part in the Cancer Society’s Relay for Life.

Makaawhio Sports Day 3 March 2012

While the rest of the country suffered from a ‘weather bomb’, the forecast rain and wind warnings for Hokitika did not eventuate. With the sun shining, whānau gathered together at Woodstock Domain ready for a day of competition, kai and whanaukataka. Split into age groups, members were pitted against each other in sack races, three legged races and egg and spoon races. The adult wheelbarrow race was hilarious with the tamariki showing them how to do it!

Insert photos: Whānau Picnic Day 3rd March 2012 - Group Shot (2) Insert caption: Our team at the end of the walk.

Our 15-strong team took turns walking around a track over a 20-hour period. Decorated memorial bags, with tea lights burning in them, lit the way when darkness fell and in most cases remained burning until dawn broke. Although we signed up late in the piece, with a lot of teams already well into their fundraising efforts, our hot roast

Makaawhio whānau at the sports day.

International Customs Day

A bit of cricket, kicking the ball around and a scrummy kai of baked potatoes, corn on the cob, sausages and salads, provided a much-needed break before the main event of the day (and the biggest laugh), the nail driving competition! Talk about keeping it in the whānau, upoko Richard Wallace, wife Mere and mokopuna Karera all won their sections!

Te Tai Poutini Rūnaka celebrate International Customs Day, with New Zealand Customs who returned confiscated pounamu to mark the occasion.

Tamariki Day March 4

A call for volunteers to help out at the Kids Day celebration, held at Cass Square, Hokitika, saw rūnanga members managing one of the carnival stalls on the day. As first timers, we were not sure what to expect, and this year’s event just happened to be even bigger than last year! With around 4000 people attending, we were kept on our toes, ducking and diving, chasing basketballs as line after line of kids (and adults) tried to win prizes.

Front from left: Rohotai, Charlotte, Rishjarn and Tiaki line up ready for the egg and spoon race. Back them from left: Robert, Quinn, Maddison, Karera and Savannah wait to get their eggs!

The fantastic thing about the day is that everything is free, and there were activities galore to keep everyone busy! Our barbecue, corn on the cob, and baked potatoes disappeared fast and our kids all ended up with a stash of prizes – from soft toys to comics, craft projects and stories about what they had seen and done! A huge mihi to our kaitautoko on the day! Ka mau te wehi koutou!

Maramataka calendar (events)

Hui rūnanganui executive meeting Our new schedule of meetings for 2012 will be confirmed at our meeting this month. They will be posted on our website and included in the next issue of Te Pānui Rūnaka.

Testing out the sacks – from left to right, Maddison, Karera and Savannah, with Robert, Quinn and Jayden in the background.

ANZAC celebration We will again mark Anzac Day at our marae on 25 April. Please note it in your diary and join us to remember, acknowledge and celebrate our service men and women.

The ‘egg catching’ pairs contest drew a range of egg throwing methods, some successful, others not! The fun and laughter ended on a sweet note, a lolly scramble!

Hīkoi Whakatipu Waitai Our Hīkoi Whakatipu will be in April 2012. See Ka Tangi te Kōkō for more information about the hīkoi.

Te ātaahua hoki o te rā! What a fantastic day! A mihi to the organisers and support team who worked behind the scenes to bring the day together and of course to everyone who turned up! He mihi tēnei ki kā whānau katoa i whakakotahi i raro i te kaupapa nei. Tēnā koutou katoa!

Waiata Waiata sessions are held every second Tuesday of the month from 6.30pm until 8pm. Nau mai, haere mai!

Communication

touch, catch up on news or keep abreast of what’s happening. Try our website www.makaawhio.maori.nz or friend our Facebook page.

Our second Raumati (Summer) edition of Ka Tangi te Kōkō is currently being compiled. Please keep an eye out for it in the post. If you are a member and do not receive it by the end of this month – let us know. Phone 0800 955 007 so that we can check we have your correct address.

Contact can be made by email makawhio1@xtra.co.nz or phone 03 755 7885 or 0800 955 007. We also have whānau email groups, so if you want to be added, contact the office.

The newsletter is also available electronically. Let us know if you would prefer to receive your pānui electronically.

Mā te Atua koutou e manaaki, e tiaki hoki. Mauri ora!

Before closing, we have a couple of ways for you to keep in

Te Ngāi Tūāhuriri Rūnanga Hura kōhatu – Unveiling

Te Ruahine Crofts Robert Raymond Rihimona Te Katiti Crofts Manamotuhake Rihimona Te Katiti Crofts

E te iwi, e ngā mana, tēnā rā koutou katoa. Nei te mihi kau atu, nei te mihi aroha ki a koutou i runga i ngā tini āhuatanga o te wā.

Āhea: Te Wā: Kei hea:

He karanga tēnei ki a koutou kia haere mai ki ngā hura kōhatu o te tokotoru nō te whānau Crofts. Nau mai, haere mai, tauti mai.

7 o Paenga-whāwhā (April) 2012 10 karaka i te ata Te Uru Ti, urupā, Tuahiwi Road, Tuahiwi.

Update on the building of the new marae Tuesday 7 February Rubble has been shifted to one side waiting to be crushed. Very quiet here. Waiting for surveyors to arrive today. Machinery will be coming in on Thursday.

At last! At last! At last! Friday 27 January There is movement on the marae, because the contractors are moving things around, and shifting their gear on to the marae site to start our new wharenui. At present they are doing the safety fences around the marae. I hope by Monday things will be looking a bit brighter.

Friday 10 February The grader and other machinery were working shifting rubble. Monday 14 February Was carting stones in, also pegs marking things out. So yes it is all go. It’s a ‘pretty big job’, but we are waiting patiently.

Monday 30 January It’s just 7.30am and I am sitting at the marae watching, but seems to be just the usual – waiting for the heap of rubble to be shifted. I think it will be done tomorrow. So until then, love ya!

The days are going so quick and so are the workers. Jolly good boys. It’s so exciting watching all the mahi. I know what you all felt like when you had your wharenui built. I just love it. At present there are three machines working out there. So next week I think the foundation will be laid. Not sure – we will wait and see. So this is just a wee bit of what is going on so far. Love you all, ka kite anō, there will be more in April edition of Te Pānui Rūnaka.

Wednesday 1 January Just called into the marae to have an ihu at what’s going on. I am on my way to hospital to have my cast taken off. I have had it on since the Friday before Christmas and it is a nuisance. But all is good. The workers outside doing their mahi.

Nā Patricia Silk-Anglem 7

Te Hapū o Ngāti Wheke Rā whānau

Sports day cancellation

Whānau we know are having birthdays this month are Peter Couch, Manaia Rehu, Herena Stone, Ripeka Paraone, Casey Laffey, Michael Johnson, Cushla Dwyer, Hana Rakena, Steve Rangiwananga, Ashton Rakena, Reuben Couch. There are sure to be many more we don’t know about so ‘rā whānau ki a koutou’, all the best in the coming year.

Arohamai, unfortunately the inclement weather intervened causing the Te Pātaka o Rākaihautū Sports Day to be cancelled. Our thanks to all those who had worked hard to make this happen for us all.

Maui and the Rāpaki swim challenge

It was a warm feeling to return home to Rāpaki and see the aunties preparing the marae for the sports day. With the forecast not looking too good it wasn’t long before the word went out that the sports day was to be put off. I had a small window to put some kilometres in, with my sister Catherine and cousin Bruce there to see me off in calm conditions. The Himoana Hale (boat crew) pointed me towards Diamond Harbour. At about the 4km mark, I worked out that they had changed course and pointed me towards the head of Lyttleton Harbour and open water. I had an easterly chop coming into my face and I decided to lift my work rate.

I set off just after 8am again not felling well, but I knew if I got through the first hour, I should come right. At 4km I was hurting and found myself thinking about the boxing squad training with Terry back in the gym and the pain he drove me through to get me to where I am at now. I took a break at the 8.9km mark. Seeing my sister so excited gave me the final burst I needed to get to the finish. I returned to Rāpaki, where the news quickly spread of what I achieved and how I did it. The support I had was tremendous. To all those who missed out in joining me, I will be back to have another go. I head home to Wellington tomorrow and look forward to hitting the Thai Fit classes again. And moving on with the next phase of my journey to swim Raukawa or Cook Strait.

At the 6.5km point my support boat changed course and started to head for shore and I heard very faint clicks that I thought were dolphins. About five minutes later I realised it was a ship heading out of the harbour and I was in the shipping lane.

Nā Maui Stuart.

It was getting late and the shore seemed to still be a long way off – time to start heading in. First option was Camp Bay but I was caught in a rip and I was still heading out with the tide. With a small change of direction, I got to shore landing on a bed of mussels. I filled up a small bag as you would, then headed home by boat. A small welcome party greeted me on arrival at Rāpaki. I had covered 11.4km. With a good night sleep, I rose to find my body in a state of fatigue or Monday morning mode. But my mind was still focused on completing my goal of 21km. I arrived with my sister and her friend at the beach at 5:45am to find the southerly wind building. Too dangerous for all concerned. It was time to find a cup of tea and plan my next move.

Date 2-3 March 2012 Total time 22hours Swim time 7 hours Distance 21.4 kilometres Swim speed 3 kilometers per hour.

My cousin Shar (love you babe) could see how disappointed I was and came up with a brilliant plan to Google swim! And it came up with swimming pool. So we set off back to town. I just didn’t want to think about the amount of lengths (400 x 25meters) I had to complete. My sister Catherine had the job of counting and timing the laps, armed with my iPad and access to my Facebook page.

Maui Stuart down at the wharf, where he began his journey.

Couch whānau gathering

Rāpaki Marae activity

More than 100 descendants of Kiti and George Couch, including a rōpū from Rāpaki, gathered at Alan and Jeanette’s home in Ashley to spend a very relaxed and enjoyable day catching up with cousins, aunts, uncles and friends. This was the second gathering hosted by Alan and Jeanette and a total contrast to the first one weatherwise.

It was a very busy weekend with Maui’s big swim and then on Saturday our beautiful tāua from Te Tai Poutini called in to spend some time with us in our whare whakairo hou. We got so busy with catching up on kōrero and kai that we completely forgot about a photo oppotunity, so Papakura Tainui, Matariki Tumahai, Te Whe Weepu, Nora Mason, Diane Mason, Russie Bradley and Karen Tainui, you’ll have to all come back again.

Manuhiri

On Sunday 4 March, Rāpaki hosted a French attaché and judges from the Ellerslie Flower Show. Included were judges from Australia, Germany, and New Zealand and the French ambassador Sir Kerry and Lady Fahimeh Burke. The French Ambassador spoke of working in collaboration with the Ellerslie International Flower Show to present the first Māori garden created in France, which they hope to open in June 2013.

After the pōwhiri, gifts were exchanged, visitors were given a brief history talk, and then treated to ‘a banquet’ – or ‘hākari’ with kai from the moana me te whenua. Everyone had an enjoyable time. Ngā mihi nunui ki ngā ringawera.

Rāpaki whānau in front of the wharenui with manuhiri.

Charitable donations

Lyttelton Community House and Lyttelton Recreation Centre are two local community support agencies chosen by Te Hapū o Ngāti Wheke to receive a koha (donation) from their charitable fund. The koha recognises the support given during the earthquake emergency period, and ongoing mahi post-quake, particularly with youth and elderly. They provided meals, kai deliveries, and transport to Christchurch. Without this help, some of the local elderly would not be able to stay in Lyttelton. Unfortunately Lyttelton Recreation Centre has since been red stickered and everyone has had to find alternative space, including the local civil defence unit, which intends to put the koha/donation towards fundraising efforts for its own generator for future emergencies.

Upcoming rūnaka meetings

All meetings are at Rāpaki and start at 9am. The next meetings are, Sunday 15 April, Sunday 20 May and Sunday 10 June.

Elaine Dell presenting a cheque to Christine Bachop, Lyttelton Community House.

Wairewa Rūnanga Office relocation

Tēnā tātou katoa,

As mentioned in the last issue, we have relocated to Rehua Marae, Level 2, 79 Springfield Road. Our postal address still remains the same, P.O. Box 2845, Christchurch, and the office can be contacted on 03 377 1513 or email wairewa@ngaitahu.iwi.nz

He tika hoki kia mihi atu ki a rātou kua wehe atu ki te pō, rātou katoa kua kapo i te rika kaha o aituā, ā, rātou hoki i mate i kā pakaka nui o te ao, te tini me te mano o Kāi Tātou te iwi Māori i hikahika rā i kā motu kē o te ao, e pōua mā, e tāua mā, haere atu rā, haere atu rā, moe mai rā i te manaakitaka o ō koutou atua. Nō reira, waiho rātou ki a rātou, ko tātou ki a tātou, tēnā anō tātou katoa.

Change of address

Please advise our office if you have changed your address in recent times.

Mauri ora ki a tātou

Rā whakawhanaukataka – sports day

Hui rūnaka – upcoming dates

Unfortunately the sports day was cancelled due to the weather. I would like to thank Te Hapū o Ngāti Wheke for their hard work in planning for this day, and hopefully next year everything goes to plan.

10 June (3 June is Queens Birthday weekend), 5 August, 7 October – annual general meeting, 2 December Christmas hui.

Christchurch Earthquake Award – Maire Parewaiterangi Kipa

Maire Kipa received a Christchurch Earthquake Award at the Civic Memorial Service at Hagley Park. Marie was honoured for her efforts in providing Māori community support and welfare during the tough times after the devastating February earthquake.

She attended many meetings to highlight their needs and also worked with Housing New Zealand tenants who had to leave their quake-damaged properties. Maire made sure tenants knew what was going on and what their options were. Nei rā te mihi kau atu ki a koe e te Kahuraki. Maire Kipa receiving her award.

Aoraki Bound – Merryn Skipper

I can’t recommend Aoraki Bound enough. Enrolling will be the greatest gift you’ll give yourself. It’s an experience of a lifetime. Thank you to my rōpū and the many others on my support crew and whānau who made it possible. Not long ago just the thought of long distance running would be enough to make me cry. Not really that surprising considering I’ve actively hated running since primary school and haven’t ran more than 1km since cross country (some time ago I can assure you!). One year later I was overcome by an incredible feeling of achievement to be running towards Aoraki, crossing the finish line after our final challenge with my friend Marianne. Tears of joy ran down my face as we watched our team mates perform a celebratory haka in our final steps. We had survived another amazing Aoraki Bound wero.

Enjoying the scenery.

Aoraki Bound is a 20-day experience of a lifetime. As a Māori living in Melbourne, I’d often seen the call for applicants applications in Te Pānui Rūnaka, but was hesitant to give it a go. A few excuses replayed in my mind. Don’t book because it’s too expensive. Don’t book because you’re too old. Don’t book because you don’t know enough Māori. Don’t book because not drinking or having technology for three weeks is a cruel form of self-torture. Don’t book because the fitness training might kill you!

Aoraki Bound 13 rōpū ready for Kayaking

are second to none. I loved being able to try out new activities like rock climbing amongst a high ropes course, sailing a cutter, sea kayaking, tramping and waka ama.

When a member of our whānau suddenly passed away, it was a timely reminder that life is short. I took the plunge. The support I received from the rūnanga, Ngāi Tahu, whānau and friends, removed my hesitation.

What makes this experience unique is the opportunity to learn more about yourself through your culture. It’s a rare and special thing to follow in the footsteps of your ancestors. To hear stories and shared knowledge from kaumātua, Tā Tipene, and your cultural leaders is a real privilege that gives the physical pursuits a much greater meaning. The things we learnt while at the mercy of heavy fog at Noti Raureka have ensured that I’ll continue to practise using karakia in everyday life.

Aoraki Bound teaches you to go to new levels physically, which you may never have felt were possible. Even though your challenge is personal, you complete it together with the 13 others in your rōpū (Aoraki Bound 13, Kupe 566). It doesn’t take long to adopt 13 new friends for life as whānau. The new whānau were also quick to adopt my Mum and Dad as the daily mail from Christchurch bought chocolate treats for all.

Learning about marae protocol, te reo and being able to take part in a safe environment really helped our rōpū retain many important learnings and made the marae feel like home. Thank you to Iaean whose exceptional role modelling of Kāi Tahu values and leadership made our experience so much richer. You leave an outstanding legacy as the vision that you set with Craig continues into the next generation of cultural leaders.

The course is an incredible way to immerse yourself in New Zealand’s great outdoors and the views along the way

Nā Merryn Skipper

Rangimarie, Merryn and Iaean

Apply now Adventure, culture, Aoraki. Register your interest for the next courses or recommend someone you know who would love to face the challenge. Hurry as there are only 28 spaces available. Ring us on 0800 524 8248, check out www. aorakibound.co.nz like us on Facebook, or email us on aoraki.bound@ngaitahu.iwi.nz

Looking over Noti Raureka.

Te Taumutu Rūnanga Kia ora whānau, we have managed to survive a hectic year. Let’s hope and pray that the worst is behind us.

Making us proud

Lauren Nicole Fitt (grand-daughter of Pam and the late David Nutira) graduated as a Chiropractor on her 26th birthday after four years’ study at the New Zealand College of Chiropractic in Auckland. Lauren attended Cashmere High School, and is now living and working in Tauranga. Her parents Diane and Steven Fitt, and brother Michael, still live in Christchurch while younger sister Caitlin has found work in Greymouth since the February earthquake.

Shed and waharoa construction

Te Taumutu are currently undergoing some changes to the marae grounds, part of a greater development plan. A new storage shed is rapidly being constructed to accommodate a carving project being undertaken by Te Maehe Arahanga. The logs have been sourced from our Ngāti Waewae whanaunga and will adorn the waharoa when complete. Te Maehe Arahanga is currently working at the rear of the marae carving the whakairo for the waharoa. This area is strictly out of bounds to whānau during the eeling wānanga. Whānau are asked to respect this please. I am sure that any questions can be answered during the ‘housekeeping’ kōrero at the wānanga.

Te Tohu o Tū, taiaha wānanga

have since passed away. Kawe mate Sunday 8 April at 11am. And there will be a whānau day on Monday 9 April starting with a pōwhiri at 11am. All are welcome to watch and celebrate our attendees success.

The Easter weekend Te Tohu o Tū wānanga will be held at Te Awhitu Estate, Pohau Road, just past Ngāti Moki marae in Taumutu. Although this kaupapa has been going for 23 years, the organisation Te Tohu o Tū, will be celebrating their 10th birthday at this wānanga.

For more information and a registration form please contact Huata Martindale on 027 826 5885 or look up Te Tohu o Tū on Facebook and leave a message.

The wānanga will run from Thursday 5 April until Monday 9 April.

Please register your interest as soon as people. It is first in first serve basis. The wānanga cost $80 dollars.

Over the weekend participants will be under the tutorage of Huata Martindale and Te Mairiki Willams.

Registrations close on Friday 30 March. Please include the full payment. Late registrations will not be accepted.

At the wānanga participants will learn mau rākau (taiaha), haka, karakia and, as well as these traditional practices, they will learn about self-discipline, self-respect and personal wellbeing.

Send registrations to: Te Tohu o Tū c/o Tina Kokiri, Po Box 33105 Barrington, Christchurch 8244.

The kaupapa is 100 per cent alcohol, drug and smoke free. This wānanga is also being used to commemorate and pay respect to our whānau and previous tutors/members who

Te Taumutu Rūnanga Society Inc: Notice of intention to hold a postal ballot

Te Taumutu Rūnanga Society Inc is also calling for nominations for the appointment committee. The nominations must be made on the Taumutu nomination form (available from the Rūnanga office) and received by the Rūnanga Office on or before 1 April 2012.

Te Taumutu Rūnanga Society Inc wishes to inform all members and potential members of the rūnanga of its intention to conduct a postal ballot. This postal ballot is for the purposes of electing the members of the Te Taumutu Rūnanga Appointment Committee. Once elected, the appointment committee will be responsible for appointing the representative and alternate representative of the rūnanga to represent the interests of the rūnanga at meetings of Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu.

Further information and copies of the constitution of Te Taumutu Rūnanga Society Inc are available from www.companies.govt.nz otherwise contact:

Please note – Only those persons aged 18years and over and who have established their entitlement to be members of the rūnanga before 5pm on 30 April 2012 are eligible to receive voting papers for this postal ballot.

Te Taumutu Rūnanga 50 Corsair Drive Wigram Christchurch 8042

All persons eligible to become a member of the rūnanga are encouraged to apply for registration. Members of the rūnanga who have previously been registered are encouraged to ensure that their contact details as held by the office of the rūnanga are correct.

P O Box 3214 Christchurch 8140 P: 03 371 2660 E: taumutu@ngaitahu.iwi.nz

Te Rūnanga o Arowhenua Sporting success! Gymnastics – Millie Manning

Millie has been picked for the South Canterbury A Representative netball team, broke a South Canterbury high jump record, and takes out most of the sprints and cross country events.

Millie, 12, has competed in gymnastics for the past five years and is currently placed second in step six artistic gymnastics in Aotearoa. She won silver at the recent National Gymnastics championship, held in Timaru, November 2011. Millie has worked hard, training around 10 hours a week, plus extra training camps, and weekend gym competitions.

Millie’s three brothers are in awe of their little sister’s ‘ abs’ or ‘six pack’ and are quite proud of her beating all the boys in her class. Millie’s parents, Sanna and Michel, joke over who she gets her sporting abilities from!

Hockey – Aria Russell

Gymnastics has rubbed off in other areas of Millie’s life by building her confidence. She has performed on stage in several shows such as Les Miserable, Bugsy Malone and Peter Pan. These require hours of rehearsals, discipline and time management. Millie was interviewed for the Erin Simpson show at the South Island Championships and filmed doing her beam routine. Millie also excels at floor, high bars and vault.

My name is Aria Russell. My pōua and tāua, were George and Betty Russell and my Dad and Mum are Maru and Mandy Russell. I am nearly 13 and I was lucky to be chosen for the South Canterbury Collier Trophy under 13 girls’ hockey team two years in a row. After many hours practising and playing games in the girls’ third division of local hockey, it was time for buildup games to Palmerston North. We played many tournaments in Timaru, Ashburton and Ōamaru.

Millie Manning.

Aria Russell.

We landed in a hot and muggy Palmerston North, to play in the National Collier Trophy tournament, which had 24 teams competing.

Hawkes Bay, Mid Canterbury and Buller. We had a good look around in our spare time and even visited the rugby museum and ventured into the malls a couple of times (lucky I had been saving).

It was my first time in a plane and I really enjoyed it. We stayed in an awesome motel with our own swimming pool and spas, which was great for after games.

It was an amazing time away and I really enjoyed the experience even though I came home with no voice. Thanks to everyone who supported me and helped me to get there and I am looking forward to next year’s hockey.

After an amazing opening ceremony and ribbon swapping ceremony, we played a week of hard hockey and had some really close games against Invercargill, Bay of Plenty,

Nā Aria Russell.

Te Rūnanga o Waihao Celebrating success [Insert photo David Thomas]

Congratulations to the young David Thomas who recently graduated from the University of Otago with a Bachelor of Science in Geography. David was the proud recipient of our 2011 Kā Pūtea scholarship, which contributed towards his student loan. David continues to study secondary education at Otago, but has a strong desire to continue onto a master’s degree in geography. In his own time David returned to Waihao to locate several unmarked graves in our urupā. We all know whatever path David takes, he will do well.

David Thomas at the capping ceremony.

Language exchange to Tahiti

Thanks to support from Te Rūnanga o Waihao and the Titahi Bay Lions Club, I was able to spend a month on a French language exchange in Tahiti during January. Living with a Tahitian family, I got to experience the real lifestyle of Tahiti, which was great. I also had the opportunity to try scuba diving (scary but fun) and even swam with stingrays and sharks at a ‘Lagoonarium’. I also attended school for two weeks, which was great for my French, but meant long days, with school starting at 7.30am and going through to 4pm most days. Overall I loved the culture, the beaches and scenery, but most of all I loved the people. It was one of the best times of my life. Thank you to Te Rūnanga o Waihao for helping to make this experience possible. Language exchange Mamaeroa Munn on the right with another New Zealand student at the Lagoonarium.

Ngā mihi Mamaeroa Munn

Open day at Waihao Marae

Downs who were very kind in giving up their own time to come and perform for us. An enjoyable lunch followed and people were coming and going throughout the day, which was great to see on a small marae such as ours.

Waitangi Day 2012 was spent as an open day at Waihao Marae. This was a very successful day, attended not only by whānau, but neighbours, friends and community. The marae was open for anyone who wished to come and see what we are about and who we are. A church service was held in the wharenui with about 50 people attending. It was run by Janet Williams from the Waihao cooperating parish. This was followed by a cup of tea and we were fortunate enough to witness the kapa haka group from Grantlea

Waitangi Day at Waihao Marae.

Unearthing the past

We would like to thank the University of Otago for the loan of the GPR, David Thomas for the operation and orchestration of the entire project, and Graeme Thomas, Dave Thomas, Graeme Lane, Tyrone Gosling, Paris Heath and Steve Boyd for their assistance.

Armed with a ground penetrating radar (GPR) on loan from Otago University for a ‘personal research project’, several whānau members attempted to locate a number of unmarked graves. The GPR provided a non-invasive method of locating buried objects, ideal where digging a large number of holes is impractical or in culturally sensitive situations. It generates a radar wave, which propagates though the underlying ground, sending a signal back when it encounters an object or cavity. A systematic grid was applied over the entire urupā with initial testing using a known gravesite. Computer readouts were generated relative to the grid showing a number of previously unmarked gravesites, which will be marked at a later date.

An update from the marae

The committee spent a weekend planning. They discussed how to move forward and continue moving in a positive direction. The committee have organised several events and hope to see more. A trip on the Tranz Alpine for kaumātua is being arranged. It is planned that they will stay the night on the West Coast to keep from wearing them out too much. The Department of Conservation has invited our committee to visit Aoraki with them. Also, a mid-winter Christmas is being planned for July. Whānau keep an eye out for events coming up. The calendar is available on the Google Group.

Te Rūnanga O Waihao Inc, Constitution Review

It is proposed to hold two meetings at Waihao Marae, one on 10 June, and the other on 8 July, to consider and vote on proposed changes to the constitution for Te Rūnanga o Waihao Incorporated. 15

It is proposed to put a motion for the amendments on 10 June with the alteration to be ratified on 8 July. Copies of the current, proposed and tracked changes version (distributed at the annual general meeting) are available from the office by email or hard copy if required.

rūnanga office by the deadline notified on the Googlegroup emails each month. If you miss the deadline, don’t despair, it’ll be in the next pānui.

Your contact details

Have they changed? Please contact the office so you don’t miss out on rūnanga minutes and information.

Please contact the office with your contact details if you would like to see any or all three versions.

Rūnanga office contact

Oral archives

Contact: Steve Boyd Phone: 03 689 4726 Address: 26 Māori Road, Morven, Waimate Web: http://www.waihao.Māori.nz (see the calendar page for events, meeting dates and Te Pānui Rūnaka deadlines) Email: waihaomanager@gmail.com

We are gathering the stories of our people, prioritising those of kaumātua. Do you or does someone you know want to contribute to the story of our people? Please contact the office for further information.

Tell us your stories

Waihao whānau, share your events and stories with us in this pānui. Please provide your text and photos to the

Te Rūnanga o Moeraki Kā mate

I wish to acknowledge the passing of our Rakatira, whanauka and kaumātua of Kāi Tūhaitara me Ngāi Tūāhuriri, Jimo Te Aika of Tuahiwi.

Kua hika koe e Pōua e Jim, Takoto mai i ruka i te rakimārie, Hoea atu tō waka tapu ki tua o te ārai, Kua hika te tōtara nui, te poutokomanawa o te Iwi, e kore rawa koe e warewaretia, takoto i ruka i te aroha. Tēnei te mihi aroha ki a koe. Te huka mate ki te huka mate, tātou te huka ora ki a tātou, Tēnā tātou katoa.

An original member of the tribal ‘A Team’ and strong supporter of Te Kerēme o Kāi Tahu whānau, Jimo will be sadly missed by those who sought and received his advice over many years.

He pēpi

Marama Leonard-Higgins

On 20 January we welcomed the arrival of Te AtaahuaSerenity May Reynolds Savage, mokopuna of Debbie and Gerry.

With beautiful weather in Ōtautahi recently, we celebrated the birthday of Marama Leonard-Higgins (Mrs Higgins) at a garden party with fine music from Henare and a delicious range of food and beverages.

Rā whānau

Happy birthday to all those celebrating their birthdays this month.

Dave and Karen, with their friends and whānau, hosted an occasion befitting of our beautiful kaumātua, who looked absolutely stunning as one has learned to expect.

Kace Katerama PalmerKean enjoyed his third birthday with his whānau and friends on 5 February in Dunedin. Love you, from your tāua and pōua xx.

Mrs Higgins now lives permanently in Christchurch with David and Karen, her cat Henry and Scooter the dog. Mrs Higgins attended Te Waipounamu College, where she was head girl. She then trained as a teacher in Christchurch. Fortunately she was our teacher here at

Kace Katerama Palmer-Kean.

Moeraki School, where we learnt kapa haka, sport, art, and presented plays to the community, always with the usual three ‘R’s’ (reading, writing, and arithmetic).

Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu, treasurer of the M.R. Moeraki BlkXVI Trust, an urupā trustee and a current trustee of Kotahitanga Church.

We all knew there was a high expectation in our school work and behaviour. Unfortunately ‘the strap’ was in vogue, in those days, and we soon learned there was no talking back to resolve differences of opinions, and as a result there was no bullying and we learned to be on time.

When she was in charge of the dining room at our marae, everything was always meticulously clean and set out with presentation equal to any hotel, and served on time. I loved it as her assistant (some to the north and south were warned prior by their peers) and even feared her, with her disciplinary ways. When visiting Uenuku. I was told by kaumātua, every marae needs a Marama. To this day some of us still remember .. with hairs rising up the back of our necks .. when we heard the ‘strut’ of our respected teacher entering our wharenui to attend a rūnanga meeting

Mrs Higgins also taught in Te Puke, Murupara, Timaru, Dunedin, and Palmerston, where she eventually retired after teaching many of the grandchildren of her original pupils. As an active life member of our rūnanga in the past, she chaired meetings and was also our first representative on

Nā Koa Whitau-Kean

Te Rūnanga o Moeraki Educational Grants

To support whānau who whakapapa to Moeraki in furthering their studies at a recognised tertiary institution. Applications will close on Friday 30 March so get in quick. These grants will provide financial assistance to tertiary students who meet the following criteria: 1. Registered as a member of Te Rūnanga o Moeraki.

Enrolled and attending a New Zealand University, College of Education, Whare Wānanga, or NZQA accredited course leading to a nationally recognised qualification.

For an application form please contact Jenny Brookes: Phone: Email: Address:

03 439 4816 moeraki.runanga@xtra.co.nz Attention: Administrator, Te Rūnanga o Moeraki Office, Tenby Street, Moeraki RD2, Palmerston.

Camp ‘Reynolds’

on the beaches and playing in the paddocks with uncle Ross and the critters. Together they also all cleaned around the many harakeke bushes before leaving. We all look forward to many fun times together again.

For many years the whānau have spent their holidays at Moeraki. This year, Stacey Reynolds arranged for the next generation and their extended whānau to come home again. The beginning of an annual event, Camp Reynolds, was set up at the top house. The children spent their time

Nā Koa Whitau-Kean

The Reynolds whānau at Moeraki.

Kāti Huirapa Rūnaka ki Puketeraki Rā whānau

Ranui Duff Maire Vanisi Jim Apes

didn’t have any salt in it so the water was quite a bit heavier. Training included two to three paddles a week on the Dunedin harbour. We stayed at a flash lodge, which had an awesome view of the mountains. It was a long way to travel, but, we got the prize for travelling the furthest to compete. On the way home our rōpū was rewarded with hot springs at Maruia. It was a great experience with a great bunch of people and I’d happily do it again.

28 March (27-years-old) 7 March (37-years-old) 25 March (86-years-old).

Lake Rotoiti waka ama trip

On 24 February, two crews of six from the ‘Fire in Ice’ waka ama club travelled up to Lake Rotoiti to compete in a waka ama regatta.

By Georgia-Rae Flack

Hinerangi Ferrall-Heath, Jenny Smith, Amber Bridgman, Ria Brodie and I were the competitors from the rūnaka. We entered two events, a 10km novice with Victoria Bryant steering and the women’s 20km. Fire in Ice brought back an awesome trophy carved by Brian Flintoff. The scenery at Lake Rotoiti was amazing and it was such a beautiful place to paddle. I was amazed at how many tuna were in the lake, swimming around at knee height, sometimes nipping at the ducks’ feet. When we were racing it was different The Fire and Ice crew, at the Lake Rotoiti Waka Ama hui, 24 February. from training because the lake 18

Te Rūnanga o Ōtākou Nā te Pokouatipu Ko Ruataipo Ko Taikikini Ko Tahuwhaiti te pūtake o te mate o te takata E te tama o Hananui Mokopuna o Puketeraki Hua o Te Ati Awa Ka riro rā koe i te anu mātaotao Haere atu rā ki kā mania roa o Mahunui Koharihari, korakaraka ana tērā te manawa i te haeka a Mate. Pōkaikaha te iwi i mahue mai i kaikinotia ai

Inserts photos 1 and 2 of HEHA gardens

Heoti anō

Community kaumātau lunch

We are having a lunch for our kaumātua later this month, which should be well attended.

It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Kuao Robert Duff (known as Bob or Robert) on Saturday 11 February.

The whānau kōmiti will be doing the catering with a little help from their younger ones to serve the meal.

Robert is the only son of Jean (née Bragg) and the late Wi Turoa Duff. He was brother to Maera and much loved father of Jason and pōua of his mokopuna Mary, Toby and John.

Rūnaka scholarship

This grant can support whānau who whakapapa to Ōtākou in furthering their studies at Otago Polytechnic.

Our thoughts and aroha are with Aunty Jean and the whānau at this time.

Contact the rūnaka for this application form.

Healthy Eating Healthy Action (HEHA) garden

Conditions of application:

Peter Asher is doing a great job in our garden. With the help of Joe and Tamati we have now got rabbit-proof fencing around the garden and the new plants are enjoying the rain, which is not only good for the garden but the water tanks as well. Our kaumātua have received new potatoes from the garden and the tomatoes from the glasshouse taste lovely. One of our locals from Broad Bay has kindly donated another pile of harakeke for us to plant. The grounds are looking tino miharo (fabulous).

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Candidates must meet the academic entry criteria for their chosen programme of study The rūnaka scholarship will cover the tuition fees for the chosen programme of study Where places on a course or programme are limited, normal selection criteria will apply This scholarship applies to domestic students only In order to retain this scholarship successful applicants are required to pass their academic studies with a minimum of 50 per cent in their first and subsequent years of study The study must be continuous The scholarships do not accumulate to the next year. If the rūnaka do not select a student one year, the scholarship lapses for that year.

Otago Polytechnic Māori Trades launch

What a well attended launch of both Otago Polytechnic staff and tangata whenua. Paulette and Komene’s kapa haka group performed so well they put the hairs up on a our necks.

Please join us in inspiring Māori excellence in trades. Do you know someone who may be interested in trades training? You are welcome to invite them along so they can • Try a trade • Learn more about our trades and technical programmes • Discuss career pathways with lecturers and industry professionals.

engineering, mechanical engineering, automotive engineering, electrical engineering, stonemasonry, horticulture and landscaping.

Rūnanga general meetings

Nau mai, haere mai ngā uri o Ōtākou To all hapū members, rūnanga meetings are held on the first Sunday of every month.

Carpentry, construction, construction management, quantity surveying, architectural draughting, civil

Hokonui Rūnanga Kā mate

Hokonui kung fu

He toto o te tangata, he kai Te oranga o te tangata, he whenua Tihei mauri ora Ko Ōparure te maunga Ko Mata uru te awa ka tete ana ki te Ara a Kiwa Te Moana

Has been moved off the rūnanga site to a new facility provided by the East Gore Primary School. Increased numbers and the popularity of this sport has meant a bigger site was needed. Kung fu is still held on Monday nights.

Ko Marua wai te whenua Ko Mata mata te mokai o Te Raki tauneke Ko Hokonui te rūnanga tiaki Ko ngā hapū o Ngāi Tahu whānau hoki konei Tēnā koutou tēnā koutou tēnā tātou katoa Ki ngā tini aituā o ia marae o ia marae Tēnei he mihi, tēnei he tangi ki a rātou Kua wehe atu ki tua o te ārai Nō reira haere hoki koutou ki ō koutou tūpuna i reira Noho i Hawaiki nui, Hawaiki roa, Hawaiki pamamao Kāore he oti Āpiti hono tātai hono te hunga mate ki te hunga mate Te hunga ora ki te hunga ora Tēnā koutou, tēnā koutou, tēnā tātou katoa.

Gentians

Our flowers look good again this year. We have sent the first lot to our markets, but unfortunately the economic down turn has so far had an effect on our sales. Will report further on this at a later date.

Guardians Lake Wānaka

Taare Bradshaw went to Wanaka on 25 January prior to the meeting and had the opportunity to inspect the lake and lagrisiphon weed control operations. As Taare has noted in previous reports, this is an ongoing and onerous task due to the infestation of this weed in the lake waters. From other reports received by the committee we can control it but we will not be able to eradicate it. It has also been found further down the Clutha River and also in Lake Dunstan.

Our thoughts and condolences at this time to all our friends, family, relations, workmates and families who have suffered the loss of loved ones during this period. Arohanui ki a koutou katoa, kia kaha, kia māia. Kei roto i te aroha o te atua i runga rawa. Nā te whānau o Hokonui

Tio season

Has started here in the south and from reports received so far, this beautiful southern delicacy is in good shape. However after and watching on television the way that this taonga of ours was being devoured in Auckland at a restaurant for $150 per seat, we do hope that our people, especially our kaumātua, will have an opportunity to a share this kai at a local level.

Hokonui rūnanga upgrade

From December last year our building has been going through some renovations, which include a new roof, double glazed windows throughout, new carpet and paint and alterations in our administration and meeting areas. We hope these will be finished by the end of March. With these renovations it will be warmer and more comfortable and cheaper to heat.

Tītī Islands

To all of our people who will be departing sometime this month on their annual journey to those beautiful islands, I hope you all have a good season and return back home safely.

Ōraka-Aparima Rūnaka Kia ora whānau, the office and executive committee has had a busy month organising and attending various hui. Takutai o Te Tītī Marae has been utilised well over this period, hosting hui, as well as being used for whānau accommodation.

Takahē recovery is currently limited by a lack of large sites with the necessary pest – free habitat to support growing populations. A site assessment was carried out by the Takahē Recovery Group, which recommended that an initial trial release of one pair of takahē within the 1.5ha pest-free cell would be possible with the potential for more releases in the future.

Rā whānau

To everybody who enjoyed a birthday this month, we hope you had a memorable day and celebrated in style.

Cape Sanctuary is a 2500 ha wildlife restoration project on the Cape Kidnappers peninsula. One of the aims of the project is to restore biodiversity to the area. There is a 10.5k predator proof fence across the neck of the peninsula, which contains a 1.5ha fenced enclosure that is free of all mammal pests. The sanctuary also operates an intensive pest control programme, which has been central to the re-establishment of several endangered species.

Toitū te Whenua

Toitū te Whenua hui took place at Te Takutai o Te Tītī Marae on 14 and 15 February. This hui covered a variety of topics and was enjoyable and informative. At the conclusion, as part of the Ngāi Tahu Cultural Mapping process, the presentation of a map was made to Ōraka Aparima Rūnaka. This beautiful published base map shows parts of Southland and Otago. It is extensively annotated with Māori place names, mainly from before 1840.

Notice of intention to hold a postal ballot

Ōraka Aparima Rūnaka wishes to inform all members and potential members of the rūnaka of its intention to conduct a postal ballot. This postal ballot is for the purposes of electing the members of the Ōraka Aparima Rūnaka Appointment Committee. Once elected, the committee will be responsible for appointing the representative and alternate representative of the Ōraka Aparima Rūnaka to represent the interests of the rūnaka at meetings of Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu.

First aid course

Five people recently attended a first aid course run by the Red Cross in Invercargill. This course is necessary for the workplace and for those people working in remote situations, such as Rarotoka and Whenua Hou.

Andrew Last

Please note – only those persons who have established their entitlement to be members of the rūnaka before 5pm on 27 April will receive voting papers for this postal ballot.

Andrew Last visited Takutai o Te Tītī Marae in February with 12 Otago Polytechnic students, all of whom thoroughly enjoyed their stay. Andrew has made several return visits to our marae.

All persons eligible to become a member of the rūnaka are encouraged to apply to be registered. Members of the rūnaka who have previously been registered are encouraged to ensure that their contact details are up-todate.

Cape Sanctuary

Three representatives from Ōraka Aparima Rūnaka recently visited Cape Sanctuary to establish links and assess the possibility of future takahē relocation there. In 2011, Cape Sanctuary was approached by the Takahē Recovery Group to explore whether the site would be suitable for takahē.

Ōraka Aparima Rūnaka is also calling for nominations for the Appointment Committee. The nominations must be in writing and received by the rūnaka before 5pm on 5 April 2012. Further information and copies of the constitution of Ōraka Aparima Rūnaka Inc are available from www. companies.govt.nz – otherwise ask by contacting the office. Phone: 03 2348 192 Fax: 03 2348 193 Ōraka Aparima Rūnaka 175 Palmerston Street Riverton.

John McLennan, Shona Fordyce, Dawn Bennett, Jane Davis and Stewart Bull.

A painted memory

Andrew Laurenson painted this oil painting from Taketu looking across at Pukaweka Island towards Gog and Magog on Rakiura. Andrew, who is married to Kaylene Arthurs, painted the picture during last year’s tītī season.

Awarua Rūnanga Ngāi Tahu Treaty Festival Waitangi Day

The opportunity for some to view Ruapuke from the sea has been described as ‘an awesome experience’, ‘an opportunity of a life time’, and ‘a privilege’

This year Awarua rūnanga hosted the Ngāi Tahu Treaty Festival at Te Rau Aroha Marae in Bluff. The day brought new visitors to the marae. It was wonderful to share kai with these manuhiri and hear their amazement and awe regarding the beauty of our wharekai, whare tupuna, kai and our magnificent site overlooking the harbour.

Our appreciation must be expressed to our ringawera who work tirelessly in our wharekai to feed our manuhiri. Comments about the plentiful and beautiful kai from tangaroa were in abundance.

Tā Tipene again wooed whānau and manuhiri with his eloquence and charisma, as he expressed his thoughts and ideas about the current issues at hand for iwi and our nation. Our wonderful group of Te Ara a Kewa Sea Scouts stood proud in their uniforms and performed their duties with keenness and efficiency. It is a credit to Lara Metzger, her Dad, Tiny Metzger, other supportive parents and their children that we have such a vibrant and growing scout group in our community.

We take this opportunity to thank everyone who helped make the Ngāi Tahu Treaty Festival a success. Our kaikaranga and whaikōrero. Tiny Metzger for sharing his mātauranga with Awarua tamariki and rangatahi in the harvesting, preparation of toheroa. Tā Tipene O’Regan and Dean Whaanga. The Ngāi Tahu fishers who generously harvested the customary kaimoana. Southern Aqua Adventures who provided a safe journey to Ruapuke. Ricky Topi and Tahu Potiki for kindly giving their time and experiences of Ruapuke to our whānau and visitors. The Department of Conservation for providing their technical advice and bringing a takahē to Te Rau Aroha Marae. Meridian Energy for supplying us with a tent. Ferne and the team for looking after the tamariki and supplying a barbecue for them. Te Ara a Kewa Sea Scouts and their parents for your assistance. Te Piritahi a Rua, Kahungunu whānau and Ōraka-Aparima Rūnaka who provided an opportunity for people to try out waka ama.

While the kākāpō was not available due to unwellness, the Department of Conservation brought along a takahē, who graced our grounds with his presence. All visitors and children were equally impressed with seeing such a beautiful healthy specimen. It should be noted that even he too was found to be seeking shady spots as the heat of the day took its toll on him!

Ngā mihi ki a koutou nā te whānau ki Awarua Gail Thompson

Some lucky whānau members went on a trip to Ruapuke.

Taurahere Groups Ngāi Tahu Ki Tauranga Moana

Bi monthly hui, Sunday 26 February, visit from Mark Solomon By Laurie Loper

It isn’t every day that our taurahere group has Kaiwhakahaere, Mark Solomon, speak to us in person. To hear at first hand what’s going on in te ao o Ngāi Tahu ki Te Waipounamu was a privilege. Those not present on the day missed a real treat. The fact that Mark spoke for around three hours – without notes and with little prompting – meant he covered a huge range of topics, doing so with the sort of comment and contextual detail that you’d never get from media or other second hand sources.

Question time for Mark from whānau.

Out of it all there’s the feeling that Ngāi Tahu’s actions and rich legacy of people skills have revived the sense of partnership envisaged by Te Tiriti. As a consequence Ngāi Tahu, as a matter of course, are invited into consultation processes and listened to – kanohi ki te kanohi – by councils great and small, CERA, government and their departments, and organisations katoa. Out of this realignment of relationships, the fertile ground that now exists sees many initiatives either happening – like the revived apprentice scheme with 11 trades already catered for will provide some of the skills needed by the 30,000 rebuild workforce. Or about to happen, like the 5200 sections about to come on line.

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Mark Solomon addressing attendees at Ngāi Tahu ki Tauranga Moana bi-monthly hui.

Mark spoke much on the fall and rise of Christchurch, highlighting the selfless part Ngāi Tahu whānui, marae and organisations did play, are playing, and will continue to play throughout the rebuild. For Ngāi Tahu it was literally drop everything and get stuck in right from the moment the first dust began to rise. In a scant day or two there were container loads of essential supplies from nearby marae to deliver, and infrastructure materialised out of thin air without fuss to feed and house the displaced and those assisting them. Manaaki was delivered wherever the need, mahi fell into willing hands. Ngāi Tahu won its spurs in that city. Its actions restored aroha, manaaki and sense of common unity. People changed. Relationships between previously aloof groups changed. Christchurch changed. Out east a garden city will arise as a consequence.

Chair Ngāi Tahu ki Tauranga Moana Annis Somerville, Mark Solomon, Michaela Kamo and Ollie Irving at the get together after the hui.

Mark spoke a lot about Ngāi Tahu’s eye to the future. On the business front there are initiatives like developing business and commercial alliances with other iwi so iwi Māori can be significant players. There are business startup schemes, and the positioning of iwi to work with industry groups. Then there’s the Balmoral forest conversion to dairy, the ‘Get on the Waka’ idea for developing an educated workforce, the positioning of the iwi to be at the governance and management forefront in preserving both the fresh water resource and mahinga kai areas.

Not everything is tickety boo, though, with Mark calling for some ‘pushing back’ to deal with the perceived racial bias still evident in the differential policing and ‘throwing the book’ type of police charging behaviour that Māori experience.

But to end on a high note, those saving most through Whai Rawa are the tamariki and rakatahi.

Ngāi Tahu ki Tāmaki Makaurau

Just a correction, from the Waitangi Day celebrations pānui the band was Peter Plumb and friends from Thames and Sue Nicoll, not Nichol, ran the raranga sessions, aroha mai whānau.

On Sunday 4 February, the whānau of Olivett celebrated her 80th birthday. It was a privilege to be amongst whānau and friends with great food and great company and everybody enjoyed themselves with Olivett. Olivett is from the Tau whānau from Tuahiwi. Olivett with two daughters and friends.

Olivett with her mokopuna.

Some of the moko doing the haka for her.

Olivett and Sue Nicoll from Kāi Tahu ki Tāmaki Makaurau.

Te Awheawhe Rū Whenua The message to our earthquake affected whānau is: don’t be whakamā! You don’t have to be the worst affected by the quakes to seek assistance. Also, please have a think about who around you could benefit from some assistance and support. Anyone can call 0800 KAI TAHU (0800 524 8248) and all calls are treated confidentially.

• $1,000 – Targeted Moving Assistance Grant

– for householders whose properties have been issued with a Section 124 Building Act Notice by the Christchurch City Council $1,000 per household.

• New! Up to $400 – Winter Assistance

Support available:

Grant – Red Cross is offering up to $400 for vulnerable households who are living in homes significantly damaged by the earthquakes, or who have had to move into damp or hard to heat accommodation. Visit www.redcrosseqgrants.org.nz or call 0800 754 726.

• Free earthquake support – He Oranga

Pounamu – Kaitoko Whānau are available to work through any issues regarding accommodation/housing, building repairs, health or education, working with EQC or your insurance company. Call 0800 KAI TAHU (0800 524 8248).

• New! Creative NZ grants – Earthquake Emergency Assistance – for artists and arts organisations, not necessarily based in Christchurch. Visit www.creativenz.govt.nz or call Wellington (04) 473 0880; Christchurch (03) 366 2072; or Auckland (09) 373 3066.

• $1000 – Funding for specialist earthquake

advice (HOP) – He Oranga Pounamu has up to $1000 available to whānau who own their own homes and need help with legal fees, engineering reports, quantity surveying, geotechnical advice and other independent advice on earthquake damage. Call 0800 KAI TAHU (0800 524 8248).

• New! Free financial advice – The

Commission for Financial Literacy and Retirement Income – for residential red zone property owners. Visit www.sorted.org.nz/ redzone or call one of the CERA Earthquake Assistance Centres: Corner Breezes and Wainoni Roads, Avondale – 0800 7464 2372 or Kaiapoi Earthquake Hub, 11 Cass Street, Darnley Square, Kaiapoi – 0800 639 000.

• Up to $2,500 – Mayor’s Welfare

Earthquake Relief Fund – available to people experiencing financial difficulties from the earthquakes. Call Sarah Green at the Christchurch City Council on 03 941 8999 for more information.

• New homes in exchange for labour

• Up to $750 – The Independent Advice for

– Habitat for Humanity – for families willing to work 500 hours alongside volunteers to build new homes. Phone Peter Taylor at Habitat’s Ōtautahi office on 03 420 4342 or email peter@habitatchch.org.nz or visit www. habitat.org.nz for more information.

Small Business grant – aims to help small and family run businesses (under 10 employees) access professional legal and accounting advice in relation to the effect of earthquakes on their business. Visit www.recovercanterbury.co.nz or call on 0800 50 50 96.

• Up to $750 – Independent Advice Grant

Planning your next home?

(Red Cross) – to assist vulnerable homeowners on what to do with their earthquake damaged property. www.redcrosseqgrants.org.nz or call 0800 754 726. If you don’t qualify HOP may be able to help – call 0800 KAI TAHU (0800 524 8248).

Contact Ngāi Tahu Property. Wigram Skies, Lincoln and Prestons subdivisions are three of Canterbury’s largest master – planned communities which will provide more than 5,000 new sections. Visit www.wigramskies.co.nz; www.liveinlincoln.co.nz; www.prestons.co.nz; or contact Ngāi Tahu Property sales manager Dene Maddren on 0800 944 726 or 021 622 749 for more information.

• Up to $500 – Storage grant – for

homeowners who have had to vacate their damaged property and pay for storage. Visit www.redcrosseqgrants.org.nz or call 0800 754 726.

The Office including the amazing new ride, The Big Splash! To be in to win you need to save a minimum of $12.50 per child account or $50 per adult account by 31 March and tell us why you are saving regularly into Whai Rawa.* You can tell us why you are saving regularly via www.whairawa. com or the Whai Rawa Facebook page (or phone, fax or email us) by 31 March! You can see The Big Splash in action via a link from www.whairawa.com *Full competition terms and conditions at www.whairawa.com

Te Rūnanga distribution and matched savings payments due end of March

*For a copy of the Whai Rawa investment statement go to www.whairawa.com, call us on 0800 942 472 or email whairawa@ngaitahu.iwi.nz

At February meeting Te Rūnanga confirmed the 2012 distribution of $30 to be paid to all adult and child members. This amount represented the amount remaining in the Whai Rawa budget after the calculation of matched savings entitlements. This will be paid to members at the end of March along with the 2011 distribution of $25 (deferred because of the 2011 earthquakes) and matched savings payments for those who saved into Whai Rawa in 2011.

iSave competition winners

The fifth birthday of Whai Rawa was celebrated with a double iPad2 giveaway drawn live on Ra’ D’s Big Breakfast Show at Tahu FM. Kaiwhakahaere Mark Solomon drew out two lucky winners from over 8300 qualifying Whai Rawa savers.

Karawhiua whānau!

Well done to all those who have already set up a regular automatic payment (AP) with Whai Rawa and are planning for the future. Setting up a regular AP payment (‘setting and forgetting’) is the easiest way to start the savings habit. It means your whānau get into the habit of saving regularly, even if it’s only a small amount, then look at lifting the saving rate over time if you can afford it. It also means you can avoid the end of year rush and the danger of forgetting to make your payments! For an AP form, or information on other payment options (including overseas payment options) contact us now. If you are starting a regular automatic payment in April and you want to save the minimum to get matched savings, all you’ll need to save is: Child Accounts $5.56 per month Adult Accounts $22.23 per month.

Rainbow Springs whānau holiday

It’s your last chance to save and win yourself and four of your whānau a free trip to Rotorua flying Air New Zealand, staying at the 4-star rated Distinction Hotel and experience Ngāi Tahu Tourism’s newly revamped Rainbow Springs,

Mark Scott with his whānau, Gina, Calem, Jayden and Hariata Sanders.

Kā Pütea grants and scholarships

Applications for grants opened on 1 March and close 9 December. Applications for scholarships opened on 1 March and close 30 April. Application forms and policy can be downloaded from on website www.ngaitahu.iwi.nz Alternatively you can request these be sent to you by phoning the contact centre on 0800 942 472 or by emailing kaputea@ngaitahu.iwi.nz.

Kā Pūtea Grants and Scholarships are available to registered Ngāi Tahu enrolled in tertiary study in 2012. Students in their first year of full-time tertiary study can apply for at $250. Students in their second or subsequent year of full-time tertiary study, can apply for $500 (grants for part time students are prorated).

This year a whānau component was included in the programme with activities each afternoon. These included poiuka (softball), traditional Māori games, team relays, swimming and lots of laughter! The early morning zumba sessions, and the afternoon weaving with Aunty Rānui, also proved to be very popular additions this year! Ka rere kā mihi e kore e mimiti ki a koutou katoa, kā kaiwhakaako, kā rika raupā!

Kura Reo Kāi Tahu

It’s been a busy start to the year for our KMK Kāi Tahu iwi members who attended the annual Kura Reo Kāi Tahu from 15 to 20 January. We were so very fortunate to have such beautiful weather and to be hosted by Kāti Huirapa at Arowhenua Marae. Kai ruka noa atu koutou! Kura Reo Kāi Tahu is a total immersion wānaka aimed at intermediate to advanced speakers of te reo Māori, and in particular aimed at those whānau who are raising tamariki with te reo as a first language in the home. Kura Reo provide opportunity to increase and develop the quality and depth of te reo Māori skills, with a particular focus on kāitahutaka and those characteristics of the language that are particular to our iwi.

This wānaka continues to grow from strength to strength and in numbers too! This year we had 120 participants both young and old. We hope to encourage others at a beginners level to increase their level and ability in te reo throughout the year so that they might also be able to participate in these wānaka at a later date. Finally on behalf of all those who attended Kura Reo Kāi Tahu, we would like to thank Kāti Huirapa for their hospitality and all the kaumātua and kaiako for all their hard work. E kā rika rehe, e kā tohuka o te manaaki, e te mano whakauwhi. Nāia te manako e kore e kāwetoweto, e kore e māhiti i te rā. Eaoia!

Students had the opportunity to examine material written last century by Ngāi Tahu native speakers, discuss and deliberate topics such as Ngāi Tahu dialect, history, whakapapa, whakataukī as well as learn traditional Ngāi Tahu mōteatea and contemporary waiata. A tamariki programme ran alongside the adult learning sessions.

Aoraki Matatū

To achieve this, we spent the weekend in Rāpaki discussing teaching methods, planning resources and practiced delivering reo sessions with feedback from our peers and guidance from Hana and Lynne. The participants were split into two groups, one group from the south of Te Waipounamu and the other from the north.

The second Aoraki Matatū was held at Rāpaki from 17 – 19 February. This wānaka was a continuation from Aoraki Matatū, which was held in Wairewa last year. Students were selected for these wānaka based on their commitment to te reo development in Te Waipounamu, their involvement within Kāi Tahu communities and their fluency in te reo Māori.

The group from the south, ‘Te Tai Toka’, will be teaching at:

The purpose of Aoraki Matatū is to guide, mentor and support iwi members to become more confident teachers of reo, tikaka, history, and stories for their whānau, hapū and marae. Aoraki Matatū walks students through the necessary skills needed to coordinate, plan and facilitate reo Māori and tikaka workshops within their communities.

Kia Kūrapa 1, Puketeraki Marae from 30 – 1 April. The group from the north of Te Waipounamu, ‘Te Tai Raki’, will be teaching at: Kia Kūrapa 2, Ōnuku marae from 4 – 6 May.

Students from Aoraki Matatū will use the Kia Kūrapa wānaka as an opportunity to practice their teaching skills. Iwi members will be invited to attend Kia Kūrapa as students, and Aoraki Matatū students will be in attendance as the teachers of this wānaka, supported by Hana O’Regan and Lynne Harata Te Aika.

We have a fantastic group of participants this year in Aoraki Matatū. We look forward to seeing them in action at the upcoming Kotahi Mano Kāika Kia Kūrapa events. To register for these language events visit www.kmk.maori.nz

KMK fund dates for 2012

There are quarterly funding rounds each year for all KMK funds. There are four dates that the KMK funds will close for 2012, April, June and October. They will close on the last Friday of that month by 5pm. There will be no extensions given, all applications need to be received by the above dates. The dates for this year are as follows: • 27 April • 29 June • 26 October

There are three funds that Kāi Tahu whānau and individuals can apply for to enhance and strengthen te reo Māori within your iwi, hapū and whānau. Kā Manukura o Te Reo – targeted at individuals intermediate to advanced te reo. Kāika Reo – supports whānau groups to strengthen the use of te reo as an everyday language of communication within the home. Whānau Reo – Supports whānau who are actively raising tamariki using te reo Māori within the home.

For more information please go to our website www.kmk.maori.nz or contact Keela Atkinson, ph: 0800 524 8248 or email: keela.atkinson@ngaitahu.iwi.nz

Cultural summit

The Ngāi Tahu Fund Committee held the 2012 Ngāi Tahu Cultural Summit at Puketeraki Marae from 9-11 March. This summit was a chance to reflect on the current cultural activities occurring throughout the tribe and take stock on where we are at the moment.

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What are the major issues and challenges facing the sustainability of this knowledge or practice? Where do participants believe support and interventions are needed in this area?

A total of 16 workshops were held on the Saturday, which included questions like: • What is the current state of cultural knowledge and practice?

This information will feed into future planning for the Ngāi Tahu Fund. It will help the Ngāi Tahu Fund Committee to determine how to better distribute the resource, to ensure that it’s contributing strategically, to the long term survival and flourishing of those cultural practices and knowledge areas.

Komene Cassidy and Paulette Tamati-Elliffe.

Tā Tipene O’Regan and Maruhaeremuri Stirling.

Sandy Lockhart, Dr Terry Ryan and Lisa Tumahai.

Facilatators and writers brief.

Ngāi Tahu whānau at the cultural summit.

Whānau development Whenua development Mahinga kai And more. Calling for project applications now! The Ngāi Tahu Fund is available to Ngāi Tahu whānau, rūnanga and hapū to help vitalise, strengthen and grow Ngāi Tahutanga in particular: Whakapapa Te reo me ōna tikanga Mahi toi

Do you have a cultural project that you, your whānau or marae wish to run? Get in touch with us to see how the Ngāi Tahu Fund may be able to help. Applications close Friday 30 March 2012. Call 0800 942 472 today and find out how to apply email: funds@ngaitahu.iwi.nz or visit www.ngaitahufund.com

Pilot dairy farm development – Eyrewell Forest, Canterbury Ngāi Tahu Property was established in 1994 as a subsidiary of Ngāi Tahu Holdings Limited and is responsible for the Ngāi Tahu property activities. Ngāi Tahu Property is currently developing three pilot dairy farms on 1200 ha of irrigated pasture at Eyrewell, south east of Oxford, Canterbury. This is a significant step for the tribe. It allows us to diversify our property investment portfolio (moving from residential and commercial investments into the rural sector). It effectively enables us to retain a large part of the rural land assets that were secured in our Treaty Settlement. It provides us with a

strategic and alternative avenue to advocate for key noncommercial cultural values such as water quality and quantity, mahinga kai and biodiversity outside of regulatory processes.

Yamada O’Regan Secondary School Scholarships

12 and 13 who are achieving academically, displaying leadership qualities and participating in whānau, hapū or iwi related affairs. The funding awarded may vary. Applications are now open up until 30 March, for an application form go to www.tetapuae.co.nz or contact Te Tapuae o Rehua on (03) 371 2599.

Are you interested in remaining informed in these developments? If so, then email your contact details to Tina Woodgate (Tina.woodgate@ngaitahu.iwi.nz), ring on 0800KAITAHU or leave a message at 021 822 371.

The Ngāi Tahu Mātauranga Trust offers Yamada O’ Regan Secondary School Scholarships to ‘at risk’ Ngāi Tahu rakatahi studying around the country. These scholarships are open to students in years 10, 11,

Ngāi Tahu Road Shows 2012

Auckland Thursday 3 May, 6.30pm – 9.30pm Ngā Kete Wānanga Marae, MIT, Gate 12, Otara Road, Manukau City, Auckland.

We are pleased to confirm the following dates and locations for the 2012 Ngāi Tahu Road Shows. The purpose of these road shows is to discuss, share and receive feedback on the current direction of Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu and how this fits with Ngāi Tahu 2025 and Papatipu Rūnanga aspirations.

Dunedin Tuesday 15 May, 6pm – 9pm Ārai Te Uru Marae, 24 Shetland Street, Māori Hill, Dunedin.

The Ngāi Tahu Road Show team will usually include Kaiwhakahaere Mark Solomon, Deputy Kaiwhakahaere Lisa Tumahai, Chief Executive of the Office, Mike Sang and Chief Executive of Ngāi Tahu Holdings Corporation, Greg Campbell.

West Coast Thursday 17 May, 6pm – 9pm Te Tari o Te Rūnanga o Ngāti Waewae, 1 Old Christchurch Road, Arahura.

The dates, times and locations are below:

Invercargill Tuesday 29 May, 6pm – 9pm Murihiku Marae, 408 Tramway Road, Invercargill.

Wellington Wednesday 18 April, 6pm – 9pm Te Herenga Waka Marae, Victoria University, 46 Kelburn Parade, Wellington.

For catering purposes please RSVP to our events team at events@ngaitahu.iwi.nz or contact Puamiria ParataGoodall on 0800 KAI TAHU (0800 524 8248).

Christchurch Thursday 26 April, 6pm – 9pm Wheke Marae, 37 Rāpaki Drive, Rāpaki, Lyttelton. 30

Ngāi Tahu welcome the Governor-General

Ngāi Tahu whānau and Ngā Maata Waka from all over Ōtautahi came to and tautoko Te Ngāi Tūāhuriri.

On Tuesday 21 February, Ngāi Tahu whānau led by Te Ngāi Tūāhuriri welcomed His Excellency, Lt Gen The Rt Hon Sir Jerry Mateparae, Governor-General of New Zealand and Lady Mateparae to Ōtautahi at Rehua Marae.

Everybody was dressed immaculately and stood proudly together to welcome His Excellency to Ōtautahi. It was the first time in nearly twenty years that Government House has visited Rehua Marae.

Sir Jerry and Lady Mateparae visited Christchurch to awhi the people and take part in the anniversary commemorations for the February 22 earthquake. It was befitting that Te Ngāi Tūāhuriri welcomed Sir Jerry and his entourage on to Rehua, because the marae played such a key role in the Māori response to the earthquake.

Sir Jerry Mateparae and Rakiihia Tau.

Elaine Tickell, Te Rahui Denny, Jenny Buchanan and Jane Burke.

Ngāi Tahu and Ngā Maata Waka whānau with His Excellency.

Anniversary of the February 22 Earthquake Prime Minister John Key spoke at the service and said he had visited Latimer Square in the hours after the quake, and the scenes of people huddling together under a blanket as aftershocks continuously rattled and smoke and dust cleared, would last in his memory forever.

Latimer Square – Memorial Service In the morning of the anniversary of the February 22 earthquake there was a sombre and reflective memorial service for whānau at Latimer Square. Rakiihia Tau opened the service with karakia and was supported with waiata from Ngāi Tahu whānau.

The service also paid tribute to the rescue staff from overseas including Australia and China, and acknowledged the work of the New Zealand teams.

The bereaved families of the 185 people that died attended this service, alongside dignitaries and the general public.

Bereaved families were then led into the Red Zone to mourn for their loved ones.

The location was befitting because Latimer Square was a focal point of the quake recovery. Also Latimer Square is very close to where the CTV building use to stand, where 115 people lost their lives. Civic Memorial Service At lunch time on 22 February a Civic Memorial Service was held in North Hagley Park. This was the main public event for the community, thousands of people turned out to show their respect.

He then acknowledged the rescuers and the injured. Each of the 185 names were read out, respectfully and clear.

At exactly noon Benjamin Brennan (Ngāi Tūāhuriri) sounded the pūtatara, three blows, to signal the start of the service.

Following this at 12:51, the nation alongside Christchurch silenced for two minutes. Following the silence Governor-General Sir Jerry Mateparae read a message from Prince Charles which talked about the courage, determination and spirit of New Zealanders.

Rakiihia Tau welcomed the crowd, paying tribute to the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi and the generosity from around New Zealand and the rest of the world. The national anthem followed and the line ‘in the bonds of love we meet’, had special significance on the day.

At the conclusion of the memorial service 185 monarch butterflies were released, some soared off into the open spaces, others hovered over the crowd, and some clung to the boxes and were reluctant to leave.

Christchurch Mayor Bob Parker then acknowledged the families who had lost loved ones, saying the day would be heavy and hard for them.

Benjamin and Rakiihia Tau.

Ariana Tikao

Mark Solomon with Māori Wardens.

Christchurch City Council Earthquake Awards Ceremony Congratulations to Ngāi Tahu whānau who received Joseph Pohio (Te Ngāi Tūāhuriri) received the only awards as part of the Christchurch City Council Civil posthumous award. He was helping a woman when they Earthquake Awards Ceremony. were both struck by falling rubble at the High Street food court. Joseph’s parents Joy and Arnold accepted the These special awards honour the people who went to the award on his behalf. aid of others following the February 22 earthquake. 32

Maire Parewaiterangi Kipa, Raymond Clayton and Rongo Clayton all received awards for the support and welfare they offered to the Māori community in Christchurch.

Jay and Arnold Pohio.

Rex Gibson also received an award on behalf of the Christchurch Migrants’ Centre Trust, Te Whare Tā Wāhi for service to the community.

Maire Kipa.

Raymond and Rongo Clayton.

Kaitoko Whānau workers honoured in Christchurch Earthquake Awards Ceremony Congratulations to He Oranga Pounamu, and Te Rūnanga relocate. If you would like the assistance of a Kaitoko o Nga Maata Waka who received awards for leadership Whānau or are interested in finding out about the work following the Christchurch earthquake. Both organisations they do, please call Alice Cunningham on 0800 KAI TAHU have Kaitoko Whānau who work with earthquake (0800 524 8248). All calls are treated privately. affected whānau. Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu Deputy Kaiwhakahaere Lisa Tumahai said she was very pleased to hear that the hard work of Kaitoko was formally recognised. The Minister of Māori Affairs, Hon. Dr. Pita Sharples also spoke publicly about how thrilled he was to hear that Kaitoko Whānau workers were honoured in the Christchurch Civic Awards for the work they have done over the past year. Kaitoko workers are still doing important work such as helping whānau work through offers from the Government and insurance regarding their land and homes, arranging financial and other support, where it is available and helping people to

Back row from the left; Lyndon Waaka (HOP), Kate Smith (Te Puna Oranga), Pani Ruwhiu (Te Puawaitanga ki Ötautahi Trust), Sharon Hillier (Te Puawaitanga ki Ötautahi Trust), Ngaire Briggs (Te Ora Hou), Tania Andrew (Te Ora Hou), Tania Henderson (Te Kakakura), Adele Tikao (Postive Directions Trust), Wayne Vargis (HOP), front row from the left; Mariana Simmons (Whänau Tautoko Trust), Vivienne Hough (Te Puawaitanga ki Ötautahi Trust), Aroha King (Te Puna Oranga), Melanie Tainui (He Waka Tapu).

Kahikatea a sculpture dedicated to the Japanese community assisted with a mihi whakatau, At a special ceremony at then Nuk and the very reverend Christ College chapel a glass Peter Beck took part in the and iron memorial sculpture blessing of the sculpture. The named ‘Kahikatea’ was popular Japanese R&B singer dedicated to the families of Jay’ed, who was born in New Japanese students who died Zealand, sang two songs, and in the 22 February the Canterbury Japanese Choir earthquake. Tutehounuku sang ‘Amazing Grace’, in both (Nuk) Korako, Elizabeth English and Japanese. Cunningham, Linda Grennell and Manaia Cunningham

Programme advisor – Whai Rawa and direct distributions Kia hiwa rā! The Whai Rawa and direct distributions team are responsible for managing the administration of Whai Rawa for iwi members along with a suite of grant schemes.

This is an exciting time for us and this position represents a significant opportunity to make a real contribution. We are dedicated to the personal and professional development of our people and strive to support, guide and grow their capability.

We are looking for a programme advisor to assist in the ongoing development and delivery of Whai Rawa and these grant schemes in a way that complements and strengthens the work of the team. This position reports to the programme manager – Whai Rawa and direct distributions and is located at our Wigram premises.

A copy of the position description and consent form can be found by going to http://www.ngaitahu.iwi.nz/Te-Runanga/ Employment/ To apply, please complete the consent form and send along with your letter of application and CV to Phillipa Bell via email at mahi@ngaitahu.iwi.nz. All applications will be electronically acknowledged and further correspondence by email.

The role involves a high level of interaction with Ngāi Tahu whānau, with other Te Rūnanga staff and with external providers and therefore requires someone who has excellent relationship management skills. You will need to juggle multiple streams of work, have full confidence working with the standard suite of Microsoft applications and enjoy working with numbers. Knowledge of, or experience working in, the financial and or business service sector is desirable.

Applications close: Monday 9 April 2012

Pānui Te Matatini ki Ōtautahi 2015

Deputy Mayor Ngaire Button says the Festival is regarded as the “premier Māori cultural performing arts festival”.

The biannual Te Matatini National Kapa Haka Festival, where elite kapa haka performers from around New Zealand and Australia come together to compete, will be held in Christchurch in 2015.

“It is the world’s largest celebration of Māori performing arts, showcasing Māori culture and talent and attracting upwards of 30,000 participants and visitors. So it’s a huge coup for the city and a fantastic opportunity to show the rest of New Zealand that Christchurch is still thriving with culture and events.”

Christchurch won its bid to host this prestigious cultural event after the Waitaha Cultural Council supported by representatives from the Christchurch City Council and Ngāi Tahu gave a final presentation to a panel in Wellington on Wednesday 22 February.

Hundreds of teams throughout New Zealand and Australia compete in regional competitions for the honour to represent their club at Te Matatini – the national finals.

Waitaha Cultural Council Chairperson Ranui Ngarimu says, hosting Te Matatini will strengthen the culture of all iwi in Te Waipounamu.

Kaiwhakahaere Mark Solomon is delighted Christchurch is hosting Te Matatini because it “creates an opportunity to give back to iwi who came and supported us in our time of need”.

“We are honoured to be hosting one of the most important iwi Māori events on the calendar.”

“We have been overwhelmed and humbled by the support that we’ve had from iwi from all around the country. This is our chance to reciprocate that aroha, care and support.” The event will be hosted by the Waitaha Cultural Council, Christchurch City Council and Ngāi Tahu with the support of Ngā Maata Waka.

Te Matatini Board visits Rehua to hear the bid to host the event in Ōtautahi 2015.

Rehua old boys, girls and whānau

Please contact Dora Langsbury: Mobile: 027 228 7968 Home: 03 377 4588 Email: dora.roimata.langsbury@gmail.com

Rehua is building a database of names and addresses and invites all old boys and girls and whānau to contact us with your details. Your information will remain confidential and will allow Rehua to stay in touch with you and let the community know what’s happening at the marae.

Taonga pūoro wānanga

When: 4-6 May Where: Wairewa Marae, Little River, Banks Peninsular Tutors: Richard Nunns and Horomona Horo (Supported by Gavin Britt, Geoff Low and Tony Smith) Cost: $30.

Placements are limited so please register early. Registrations close Wednesday 4 April. For more information or a registration form contact Tony Smith: Email: Phone: Mobile: Address:

We are holding a second wānanga to enhance the skills and knowledge taught at our first wānanga in 2010 (at Chisnallwood Intermediate School). It will run from Friday evening until midday Sunday. The focus this time will be on learning to play new instruments and (time permitting) adding a new one to your kit. First time participants most welcome.

Waimumu Māori land trust hui

afksmith@gmail.com 03 387 0701 021 130 5895 (evenings) 15 Medina Crescent, Parklands Christchurch, 8083.

The trustees wish to advise that they are intending to hold an informal hui on 20 May at Rehua Marae, beginning at 11am, in the dining room. This hui is to provide a progress report and to engage with owners around issues

associated with the administration of this land. This is a follow up hui to the early hui, which was initially set down for October 2010 and subsequently cancelled, because of the September earthquake.

Manning whānau reunion

Attention whānau of William Palmer and Ann Holmes

Nau mai haere mai, Manning whānau are having a whānau reunion at Arowhenua Marae from 29 September to 30 September 2012.

I am trying to locate whānau on the William Palmer – Ann Holmes line. They had a son named James Henry Palmer (deceased 1/2/1903) who married Agnes Reid and they had a son named James Palmer (deceased 28/6/1960). He married Ella Florence Palmer and they had two sons Raymond James Taylor Palmer and Cyril Francis Palmer – they would be at least in their late 90’s or deceased by now. If there is any next of kin, can you please contact Cheryl Mitchell on 03 385 2408.

To register please RSVP to Michel Manning Email: michelm@xtra.co.nz Phone: 06 348 9552 Address: Michel Manning, 30 Great North Road, Whanganui, 4550. Once registered you will receive an agenda for the two days which includes; whakapapa, mahinga kai, historical places and whānau ora plans.

Te Pū Tuatahi – University preparation and bridging programme: The University of Canterbury is offering free tuition to any prospective Māori student who perhaps missed out on gaining the appropriate NCEA credits to enter university or have been out of school for many years, or who simply wishes to do a 13 week programme to gain

the necessary study skills. There is an intake on 27 May, places are limited so enrol now! For further information contact Hemi Inia at the University of Canterbury on (03) 364 2987 extension: 6120 or email: hemi.inia@canterbury.ac.nz

Beneficiaries of Waikouaiti Blk III Section 42 Subdivision 42 Trust

A meeting will be held for the owners of Māori land sections known as subdivisions 42, 62 and 65 of Section 42 Block III, Waikouaiti District. These are the Sizemore whānau sections located at Brinns Point, Otago.

Venue: Date: Time:

The purpose of the meeting is to nominate new trustees and update the trust order to a standard Te Waipounamu Ahu Whenua Trust order. The details for the meeting are as follows:

Please contact the Ngāi Tahu Māori Law Centre on 0800 626 745 if you have any questions about this meeting.

Ngāi Tahu weavers, we want you!

Raraka Taiao, an exhibition of contemporary Ngāi Tahu weaving, will show in Canterbury Museum from 4 April 2012 to 15 April 2012. All works to be considered for inclusion in the exhibition are needed now!

Puketeraki Marae, corner of Apes and Coast Roads, Puketeraki (Karitane) Friday 6 April 2012 (good Friday) Afternoon.

Please, we would really love to hear from you! Email us, ring us or text us your ideas, your interest in submitting art work and your offers to help organise it! Ranui Ngarimu email: ranui.nga@xtra.co.nz mobile: 027 438 2625

The kaupapa for the exhibition is ‘Naturally Ngāi Tahu’. This means that works will be created out of the natural materials found within Ngāi Tahu.

Puamiria Parata-Goodall email: puamiria@ngaitahu.iwi.nz mobile: 021 272 1319

This is an absolutely fantastic opportunity for Ngāi Tahu weavers to display and sell their beautiful creations.

Te Putairiki: University of Canterbury Māori Law Student’s Association

The executive of Te Putairiki are proud to have Ngāi Tahu whānau elected to leadership positions for 2012.

Te Putairiki was established in 1993. Te Putairiki is run entirely by students for students, with the main objectives to foster, promote and nurture the whakawhanaungatanga of Māori students, providing support, guidance and pastoral care, to facilitate academic excellence.

Roberta Tainui (Ngāti Waewae,Wairewa and Ngāti Irakehu) Secretary William Grant (Kati Waewae) Treasurer Hannah Reuben (Ngāi Tūāhuriri) Academic. Te Putairiki is also proud to have a previous executive member elected to Te Hunga Rōia o Aotearoa (The Māori Law Society of New Zealand) as national student representative for the year 2011/2012 - Jamie-Lee Tuuta (Wairewa and Ōnuku). This is the first time a student from the University of Canterbury has held this position. These students have been elected as leaders for Māori law students at the University of Canterbury and New Zealand. Ka rawe!

From left: William Grant, Hannah Reuben, Roberta Tainui and Jamie-Lee Tuuta.

Wahine with a passion and flair for food

Wahine enjoying the food tasting component of an Appetite for Life course.

The training for AFL Facilitators is free and the next training sessions start on May 29. Group facilitation skills and a keen interest in health are required, the Facilitators are likely to already be mentors in their communities and workplaces.

For contributions to Te Pānui Rūnaka, email:

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

Rūnaka Directory

Te Hapū o Ngāti Wheke (Rāpaki) Phone: 03 328 9415 Email: rapaki@xtra.co.nz

Kaikōura Rūnanga Phone: 03 319 6523 Email: sara.watson@ngaitahu.iwi.nz

Te Rūnanga o Koukourarata Phone: 03 365 3281 Email: koukourarata@ngaitahu.iwi.nz

Te Taumutu Rūnanga Phone: 03 371 2660 Email: taumutu@ngaitahu.iwi.nz

Wairewa Rūnanga Phone: 03 377 1513 Email: wairewa@ngaitahu.iwi.nz

Ōnuku Rūnanga Phone: 03 366 4379 Email: onuku@ngaitahu.iwi.nz

Ngāti Waewae Rūnanga Phone/fax : 03 755 6451 Email: panui@ngatiwaewae.org.nz

Te Ngāi Tūāhuriri Rūnanga Phone: 03 313 5543 Email: tuahiwi.marae@ngaitahu.iwi.nz

Te Rūnanga o Makaawhio Phone: 03 755 7885 Email: makawhio1@xtra.co.nz

Te Rūnanga o Arowhenua Phone: 03 615 9646 Email: arowhenua@xtra.co.nz Te Rūnanga o Waihao Office: 03 689 7780 Marae: 03 689 4726 Email: waihao@xtra.co.nz

Kāti Huirapa Rūnaka ki Puketeraki Phone: 03 465 7300 Email: puketeraki@xtra.co.nz

Ōraka Aparima Rūnaka Phone/fax: 03 234 8192 Email: orakaaparima@xtra.co.nz

Hokonui Rūnanga Phone: 03 208 7954 Email: hokonui@xtra.co.nz

Awarua Rūnanga Phone: 03 212 8652 Email: awarua@xtra.co.nz

Te Rūnanga o Moeraki Phone: 03 439 4816 Email: moeraki.runanga@xtra.co.nz Te Rūnanga o Ōtākou Phone: 03 478 0352 Email: eleanor.russell@ngaitahu.iwi.nz

Waihōpai Rūnaka Phone: 03 216 9074 Email: info@waihopai.org.nz

Taurahere Rōpū Ngāi Tahu ki te Tai Tokerau Janet Hetaraka Phone: 09 438 6203 Email: janet.hetaraka@dhb.govt.nz

Ngāi Tahu ki Kahungunu Lyall Stichbury Phone: (06) 8438791 or 027 475 2503 Email: ngaitahukikahungunu@gmail.com

Ngāi Tahu ki Whanganui-ā-Tara Angela Wallace Phone: 04 2322423 or 0272453619 Email: walla@tpk.govt.nz

Ngāi Tahu ki Tāmaki Makaurau Sue Nicoll Phone: (09) 5702405 Email: lady.susie@yahoo.co.nz

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

Ngāi Tahu ki Waikato Jane Stevens Phone:07 8245992 Email:jane@communitywaikato.org.nz

Ngāi Tahu ki Rotorua Kiri Jarden Phone: 07 350 0209 ext 8154 Email: Kiri.Jarden@rdc.govt.nz

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

Ngāi Tahu ki Wairarapa Karen Bast Phone: 06 378 8737 Email: maungateitei_hikurangi_aorangi@yahoo.co.nz

Ngāi Tahu ki Tauranga Moana Kim Rahiri Phone: 07 578 5997 Email: kimmie@kinect.co.nz

Ngāi Tahu ki Taranaki Virginia Hina Phone: 0211353493 Email: taranaki.ngāitahu07@hotmail.com

Ngāi Tahu ki Wairau Paula Jowers Phone: 03 5785083 Email: peajay@xtra.co.nz

Whakaahua Tīpuna/Whānau

Pamela Fox found this photo in a box of family photos in Wellington. Pamela’s great aunt’s father was Joseph Lee (1833-1916) of Christchurch, he had a painting business and owned property around the city. The Fox whānau think the person on the right is Henrietta Lee (1883-1943), who married George, a son of Joseph. Pamela’s late father (Douglas Lee) used to talk of his grandfather’s friendship with Ngāi Tahu and in particular the Taiaroa whānau. The Fox whānau think the person on the left could be a Taiaroa. If you are able to provide names or information, please contact Arapata Reuben, Ngāi Tahu whakapapa unit on 0800 524 8248.