Te Pānui Rūnaka September 2016 by Te Runanga o Ngai Tahu

Rima – September 2016

I tukuna mai tēnei whakaahua e Mark Dunstan nō Awarua me Ōtākou.

Tēnei marama • Hīkoi Waewae launch – pg 3-4

• Manawa Hou tuākana wānanga – pg 17

• Te Pōkai Ao – pg 10

• Te Uru Rangi Scholarship recipient – pg 24

• Kā Toi Māori o Aoraki – pg 12

• Aoraki Matatū ki Kaikōura – pg 33

Nā te Kaiwhakahaere Kaikinikini nei te manawa i te rerenga atu a ngā rau kawakawa o te motu. Kua wehe atu rā ki te kāinga, ki ō tātou tīpuna. E Pōua Monty, e te manukura, e iri tonu ana te kawakawa i te pare o tō whare o Makō. Kua tahuri kē atu ki te whare o Pōhutukawa, ki tua o tatau kahurangi. Ko koe tērā, Te Ika-a-Whiro, te Kārara o Tūwhakarau i ngā pakanga a te iwi, i whawhai kaha nei kia whai hua tō tātou kerēme. Nāhau te ara whakamua i tārai kia ora ai tō iwi. Tuakoka katoa ana mātou i tō ngaronga atu. Otirā koutou ngā tini aituā kua karangahia e te hākui o te pō. Haere atu rā koutou ki te kāinga āhuru i te rangi, ki ngā mātua tīpuna, moe mai rā, moe mai rā, okioki mai rā. Kāti ake rā, waiho rātou te hunga wairua ki a rātou. Hoki mai tātou ki a tātou te hunga ora. Kua puta tātou i ngā matimati o Hine Takurua, ko ngā huka ka rewa, ko ngā hau kino o te wā, ka māmā, ka mahana. Ko te inaka kua rere, taihoa ka pihi mai ko ngā tipu hōu. Nāia te miha, te owha atu ki a koutou i runga i ngā tini ahuatanga o te wā. Tēnā rā tātou katoa. I am sure you will join me in welcoming the warmer weather that Spring is providing us. Spring, coming so soon after matariki is a time of renewal and for seeing things through fresh eyes. In the last month the Ngāi Tahu road shows have continued with sessions in Perth, Rotorua and Ōtautahi. Although I was unable to attend them all, the feedback we get from whānau is always both welcome and inspiring. Over the past month I have been working on some kaupapa that is very important to me personally as well as for Ngāi Tahu. This has seen me travelling across the country from the Iwi Chairs Forum in Hopuhopu, near Ngaruawahia to the He Toki alumni dinner in Ōtautahi.

The first Iwi Chairs Forum in 2005 was convened at Takahanga Marae in Kaikōura and since then the forum has been meeting regularly to discuss and enable Māori cultural, social, economic, environmental and political development aspirations. The recent forum was hosted by Waikato Tainui, who introduced a new format that saw iwi chairs working in specialist workstreams. I have heard nothing but praise for this new format, as it allowed for more in depth discussion and better outcomes. At the forum I chaired the Pou Taiao workstreams. Our discussion focused on freshwater and the Resource Management Act. The forum took time to vote on the signing the Children’s Covenant, a document that creates a commitment by iwi to protect and treasure our tamariki. This is something I am passionate about because we need to work hard to support measures that protect our whānau. When I was approached by Judge Carolyn Henwood to support this kaupapa and to take it to the Iwi Chairs Forum I had no hesitation. In New Zealand we have a huge issue with family violence in our communities, in 2015 police attended around 105,000 domestic violence incidences and children were present at about 80 per cent of all violence incidents in the home. These statistics are unacceptable so I encourage everyone to sign and abide by this Covenant so that our tamariki can grow up safe from violence. My work on the environment did not stop at the Iwi Chairs Forum. This month I attended a governance meeting with Environment Canterbury, where we discussed iwi rights and responsibilities on freshwater, resource management and the future funding of Whakaora Te Waihora (a partnership programme aimed at restoring Te Waihora) and Whakaraupō - the Lyttelton Harbour plan. I also attended the Te Waihora Cogovernors hui.

This was Dame Margaret Bazley’s last meeting, as she has retired from Environment Canterbury. I would like to applaud all the work she has undertaken with Ngāi Tahu in her role and I know in projects like Whakaora Te Waihora we would not be in the position we are today without her support. In August, I was also fortunate enough to met with He Toki students and apprentices at the He Toki alumni dinner. The dinner was an awesome opportunity for me to engage with the students and hear their stories. I always find it inspiring to hear about the hard work these students are putting in to become trades leaders of the future. Over the last couple of years Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu has worked with local councils and the community to create the Resilience Greater Christchurch Plan, which was released this month. This plan works to create greater resilience for our Canterbury whānau and it was great to see our cultural values and principles reflected throughout the document. In this edition you will find an overview of the annual report. Please take some time to read it. We are encouraging feedback on the report at Hui-ā-Tau, and if you do have pātai, please email them through to events@ngaitahu.iwi. nz. We will collect these questions and answer them at our report back session at the hui. To finish, I would like to acknowledge the passing of Montero (Monty) Daniels. Monty served on the Ngāi Tahu Māori Trust Board and played a role in the development of our iwi vision in a post settlement environment. Monty is from the generation of Ngāi Tahu that set the platform for where we are today. I attended his service at Pakira Marae and my aroha is with all the Daniels whānau.

Te Rūnanga o Ngāti Waewae Kia ora Kāi Tahu whānau ngā mihi ki a koutou katoa. I’m so excited it’s September – roll on the whitebaiting. I can’t wait for whānau to gather around a hot-pot of kai, waiting for these little fish to flow into our nets. Let’s hope they come in abundance for all of us – merry whitebait season whānau.

Rā whānau

Chantal Tumahai, Terita Mason, El-Alamein Meihana Whittle, Kaleshea Tauwhare, Marlon Price, Chris Lewis, Kereopa Ria, Irai Weepu, Mikayla Tumahai, Kupe Tauwhare, Tania Tauwhare, James Campbell, Moana Lee, Tamaki Tumahai, Chelsea Meihana, Awatea Tauwhare, Tina Weepu, Maighdlin Hinekoau Jones, Miriama Johnsen, Miriam Downs, Hector Tainui, Ariana Stevens, George Read, Marina Russell, India Lilly Campbell, Polly Mei Campbell. To everyone who has had a birthday this month and their names aren’t above I apologise but we have not been given your names. We hope you all had a wonderful day and wish you all the best.

He pēpi

Congratulations to David Mason and Gemma Trezise on the arrival of their new baby taonga, Tuhuru William Trezise-Mason. Tuhuru was delivered by his pāpā at Greymouth Hospital on 14 August weighing 8lb 9oz and 57cm in length. Goodbye tummy – hello mummy (and pāpā). May your little bundle of joy bring you more happiness.

Wishing you a future filled with love, joy and laughter. Parenthood is one of the best journeys in life, we hope you enjoy the ride. Get ready for mud, big trucks, slingshots, a never-ending appetite, skinned-knees, and action figures. May your new little one grow strong, healthy and wise. Wishing you all the best. Aunty loves you Tuhuru xoxo.

Tuhuru in the arms of his pāpā, David Mason.

Tuhuru William Trezise-Mason.

Hīkoi Waewae launch

We had a presentation by Tim Shaw from the Department of Conservation, which covered health and safety, appropriate clothing and footwear, recommended gear list, informative websites, river crossing information and other helpful tips.

Hīkoi Waewae is a walking/hiking/tramping rōpū based in Te Tai Poutini.

Aunty Horiana Tootell taught us a waiata about home and also contains the names of some of our different types of pounamu. Included in our itinerary was a planning session for the Hīkoi Waewae rōpū. We dreamt together and pulled some dreams into the bubble, then worked out the steps we need to make along the way to ensure we achieve our goals.

On Saturday 27 August we launched ‘Hīkoi Waewae’ at Arahura Marae. It was well-attended with over 40 whānau present to support the kaupapa throughout the course of the day.

During our hīkoi we will be learning mātauranga Māori including whakapapa, tikanga, karakia, te reo, ngā hua o te ngahere, and mihi pepeha. We have incorporated the following values into our kaupapa. Whanaungatanga, Kaitiakitanga, Kotahitanga and Whānau Ora.

Our funder, Te Pūtahitanga were represented by Trisha Harrison-Hunt who gave an informative kōrero about the current funding rounds and the role of Te Pūtahitanga in Te Waipounamu. In the evening we were held spell-bound by kōrero about our Whare Whakairo (Tuhuru), whakapapa and history of Te Tai Poutini which was presented to us by Jerry Pu and Caleb Robinson. We also enjoyed delicious kai prepared for us by Miriama Johnsen and Miriam Downs.

Our aim is to reconnect with our whenua by walking in the footsteps of our tūpuna. To regain a sense of connection and belonging. Experience wellbeing through fitness and spending time in our natural environment, breathing clean fresh air and disconnecting from technology. 3

For me, the whanaungatanga enjoyed by all, along with the awhi and tautoko of those already mentioned, and the on-going support of Te Rūnanga o Ngāti Waewae helped to make this day a success. If you are interested in joining in on some of our hīkoi or would like some more information please feel free to contact me, Rauhine Coakley, Ph: 021 721 917 or email: waewae.whanau@ngaitahu.iwi.nz Whānau from the launch of Hīkoi Waewae.

Photos from left: Ruahine and Lisa Mackey at Pororari river. Hamiria Hutana taking in the views at the end of Truman Track. Jah-vana and Rititia Lilley at Lake Mahinapua. Rauhine and her moko Violet Curtis on the picnic point, Mananui walk way.

Rūnanga business

Agenda items: 1. Annual report 2016 2. Approval of Audited Accounts year end 30 June 2016 3. Approval of Accountant 4. Approval of Auditor 5. Elections of Executive – 3 executive terms are due to expire. If you are interested please contact Hamiria for eligibility criteria. Outgoing executive are eligible for re-election.

Rūnanga hui are held every second Sunday of each month 11am-3pm. Enquires to Te Tari o Arahura phone: 03 755 6451 or email: admin@ngatiwaewae.org.nz. We welcome contributions from whānau for Te Pānui Rūnaka, so please send any news and photos to Nelly.Mason@ngaitahu.iwi.nz or phone: 03 755 6451. Or visit the tari anytime. Ngā mihi nui ki a koutou katoa.

For further information please contact Hamiria at the Rūnanga office, Phone: 03 7556451, email: admin@ngatiwaewae.org.nz.

Notice of annual general meeting

Te Rūnanga o Ngāti Waewae Incorporated - annual general meeting on 30 October 2016 at 11.00am to be held at Arahura Marae, 1 Old Christchurch Road, Hokitika.

Note: The monthly general meeting will follow the conclusion of the AGM. All whānau welcome. Nā Chairman, Francois Tumahai.

Te Rūnanga o Makaawhio Kāi Tahu whānui, tēnā koutou katoa. Nei rā te mihi o Kāti Māhaki ki a koutou katoa. Nei rā hoki te mihi aroha, te mihi poroporoaki ki kā mate huhua kua hika mai, kua hika atu. Ki a rātou katoa i hīkoi atu ki tua o te ārai, haere, haere, haere atu rā. Moe mai koutou i te rakimārie. Rātou ki a rātou, tātou anō ki a tātou.Tēnā anō tātou katoa. Ka haere mai te wā kohaka. It may be wishful thinking, but it’s starting to feel like spring is in the air. Kā Tiritiri o te Moana and Aoraki are looking spectacular cloaked in hukapapa and the air is feeling warmer, interspersed with warm spring showers. We have had another busy month here on Poutini with the usual round of komiti hui and meetings keeping us extra busy. We were pleased to host Heather and Maurice Manawatu on our side of the motu. Our whānau had the opportunity to experience their hospitality in Kaikōura and we were more than happy to reciprocate, sharing our takiwā and kōrero with them, as they had with us. We are excited to be using their feedback to develop our own experience right in the heart of our takiwā. Watch this space. 4

Everyone has been counting down to the start of whitebait season on 1 September, and by the time you read this we would have had our first (and second, and third…) feed of fresh bait.

From left: Heather Manawatu, Paul Madgwick, Marie MahuikaForsyth, Maurice Manawatu and Jeff Mahuika standing in Mahitahi down from Te Tauraka Waka a Māui Marae.

Hīkoi to the beach with our visitors.

Congratulations

Avalon and Cheyenne Te Haara-Barr have both had a very successful final year at their respective schools. Avalon and Cheyenne are the daughters of John and Annie Te Haara–Barr (based in Christchurch) and mokopuna of Stuart and Sue Barr. Stuart has served on our rūnanganui (executive) as our kaipūtea for five terms. Avalon is in her final year at Russley Primary School and was awarded a Sir Peter Blake Medal in recognition of her youth leadership and academic results achieved. Cheyenne has had an equally successful final year in her role as Head Girl at Riccarton High School. A highlight for Cheyenne was being chosen as a member of the Youth Parliament by local MP Megan Woods. This achievement gave Cheyenne the opportunity to speak in Parliament in July.

Avalon and Cheyenne Te Haara-Barr.

Susan Wallace

On Saturday 20 August Susan Wallace was welcomed into her new role as Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu representative for Te Rūnanga o Makaawhio. Whānau were there to support Susan at her mihi whakatau.

Susan and whānau at Te Whare o Te Waipounamu for mihi whakatau.

Annual Wero Mātauraka

The rūnaka held its annual Reading Challenge for Kāti Māhaki tamariki in the July school holidays. Each completed entry form received a book as a gift for participation and the two major prize-winners were Amy Scott and Kaea Mahuika-Davies. Congratulations to all participants – you all did such a fantastic job. Prizes ready to go to our participants and winners.

Rūnaka e-pānui

We recently sent our very first fortnightly e-pānui. Please get in touch with the office to be added to the list and let us know your thoughts. We look forward to receiving your news, events and other pānui for our next one. We have also been working on a new website for the rūnanga and we are pleased to advise it is almost ready for whānau to access. We have included a members-only section which will allow registered members to access more information not accessible to the public. Please contact Rachael in the office to check if you are registered so you can receive a password.

A look at the home page of the brand new website.

Rūnanga annual general meeting

Members of Te Rūnanga o Makaawhio Inc are advised that our Rūnanga Hui-ā-Tau (AGM) is to be held on Saturday 8 October, starting at 9.45am with a mihi whakatau in our Whare Tīpuna, Kaipō, at Te Tauraka Waka a Māui Marae, Mahitahi (Bruce Bay). The business of the AGM will commence at 10am and will be in accordance with Section 7 of the Rules of Te Rūnanga o Makaawhio Society Inc (28/11/15). The following rūnanganui (executive) positions are open for election at this year’s Hui-a-tau and nominations are now being sought; - -

Candidate profiles will be available from 28 September and will be emailed out to our whānau email group and accessible in the whānau section of our website. Please contact the office if you wish to receive this information and check we have your correct email and/or contact details. Voting process Registered members of the rūnanga aged over 18 years who attend the Hui-ā-Tau (AGM) will be entitled to vote in the election which is run by secret ballot. Two (2) scrutineers will be appointed on the day of the election by majority vote of the rūnanga and will be responsible for running the election voting process.

Kaiwhakahaere (Chairperson) Mema (Executive ordinary members x 2)

Nomination process As per clause 24(d) of our rūnanga rules, nominations must be in writing, must use the prescribed form and include the prescribed information, and, must be signed by the person being nominated for the role as well as another (2) two members of the rūnanga as his/her nominator and seconder. The nominee and two nominators must be registered members 18 years or older. Nomination forms must be received by the nominated deadline date. Additionally, nominees must attend the Rūnanga Hui-ā-Tau (AGM) to be eligible to stand for the position for which they have been nominated.

Notification of Membership closure In preparation for this year’s Hui-ā-Tau (AGM), Te Rūnanga o Makaawhio wish to notify that we will not process new membership applications received during the following period – 26 September to 9 October 2016 inclusive. Any applications received during that period will be held for processing on 10 October 2016. Accommodation The marae is booked for whānau to stay from the Friday afternoon. Please bring kai to contribute and a koha for your marae stay. You will need your blankets, toiletries and towels, clothes, games, guitars and your sense of humour. The rūnanga will provide lunch on the Saturday.

Nomination forms were to be completed and in the hands of the Tumuaki by 4pm Monday 26 September 2016 to be eligible.

Maramataka

Hīkoi whakapapa 2-5 December.

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

Kids’ pool party 11 December Greymouth Aquatic Centre.

Hui-ā-tau (AGM) 2016 Mark your calendars now – Saturday 8 October.

Keeping in contact

Members will soon receive a letter with information on how to access the members-only portion of our rūnanga website. It has taken us some time to update our site and there are still areas to be added. We hope members enjoy the new look site. Also included in the letter will be an information update sheet. Please complete this form and return either by scanning to email or posting back. This will ensure we have the latest contact information available.

Members can help by contacting the office and checking we have correct address and email contact details for you, your tamariki and/or your mokopuna. Facebook: makaawhio.blogspot.co.nz; Twitter: @makaawhio; phone: 03 755 7885, email: susan.wallace@ngaitahu.iwi.nz or rachael.forsyth@ngaitahu.iwi.nz Mā te Atua koutou e manaaki, e tiaki hoki. Mauri ora.

Te Hapū o Ngāti Wheke It is with sadness we farewelled one of our own this month. A true gentleman from Rāpaki, Dudley Couch, very kind and always had a smile on his face. Love and support to his family.

Apologies for the very brief update on all that is happening this month. Needing to meet so many deadlines – but please always feel free to provide a pānui you may wish to share.

Te Hapū o Ngāti Wheke current portfolios

Wānanga Whaikōrero

Health: Christina Henderson.

Many thanks to all those actively involved in the marae and all those who carry in their hearts the love of our very special place. Ngā mihi. Cushla Dwyer.

Mokopuna Ora Seminar Program

Where: Rehua Marae When: Wednesday 12 October Keynote speakers include our own June Swindells, chair of Te Hapū o Ngāti Wheke and myself, Cushla Dwyer. We look forward to seeing you there if you can make it. Also, for Christina to hold another of her fabulous Health Days back here in Rāpaki.

New wharekai

Our wharekai is taking shape. Full credit to all those working on our facilities. And thank you Elaine for taking this photo. I am dreadful at photographs through the fence.

Marae news

After just missing the cut off for last month’s Te Pānui Rūnaka to share the fantastic news at least three of our kaumātua have managed to kick the addiction of cigarettes. It has now been at least a couple of months. Support is available here in the office for those wishing to utilise the Quit Card Cessation Program. I have also handed out some freebies to those wishing to utilise natural options. Very happy to provide further information here and look forward to scheduling some events. Please remember the marae is a non-smoking environment which includes all the facilities attached.

Upcoming rūnanga meetings October 9 November 13 December 11

Sunday, 9am Sunday, 9am Sunday, 9am

Our new wharekai here at Rāpaki is taking shape.

Te Ngāi Tūāhuriri Rūnanga It’s time again for a bit more chat, but condolences to all who have lost their loved ones. Cheer up honeys, all will be okay again.

I see on television that our Joe Moody is back on the field for the All Blacks after an injury (go the All Blacks). Our other Ngāi Tahu sporting success Dylan Kennett came home from the Rio Olympics with a medal. At present we are preparing a big hui in November to celebrate, will let you all know when I find the answer.

As usual, it’s still very busy at the marae and the weather has been so cold in the mornings, but stop moaning Patty, you are out in it at 6.30 in the morning.

Yes, as I said before, we are very busy at the marae. As a matter of fact we are not double-dipping but triple-dipping, as the saying goes – three rōpū in a day. Bit much eh. But no, it’s no bother at all. Also, thanks whānau for putting in the write-up about our Olympic cyclist Dylan.

We had the Ture Whenua Hui at the marae. What a lovely day that was. We had all the members of Parliament down and what a spread we had. You name it - we had it. Thanks to our kitchen workers, Lyndon, Michelle, Rex, Roger, Robert, Tina and others. Also thanks to Noel, Christine, Maru and all the other people who made it a wonderful day. Our other member from up north – she was so lovely, Nanaia Mahuta. She was just like one of us in the kitchen talking with workers. I even saw her doing the dishes, was so lovely.

Can’t think of anymore just now, so will get more news next time. Love you all. Cheers for now. K.K.K.

Congratulations

Our daughter, Tanya Filia recently graduated from Massey University with a Post Graduate Diploma in Māori Education with distinction. Tanya also has a Diploma in primary teaching and a Bachelor of Education, and was until recently, the principal of Kohukohu Primary School North Hokianga. Her Kāi Tahu whakapapa on her father’s side is to Takaroa Makutu (Te Ngāi Tūāhuriri) and Peti Huntly. Takaroa Makutu was the son of Te Karue who was prominent in defending land rights at Tua Marina (Wairau Incident). Tanya is heavily involved in her local marae, hapū and rūnanga. As her parents, we feel her achievement is of extra special significance because during her studies she was (and is still) recovering from a grade 4 brain tumour operation. Tanya has had to travel regularly from her home in Ōmāpere, Hokianga for aggressive chemotherapy and radiation treatment at Auckland Hospital. Although Tanya lives with her whānau in Te Tai Tokerau she is fiercely proud of her whakapapa and her Kāi Tahutanga. Nā Wayne and Alecia Robinson.

From left: Tanya’s husband John Filia, Tanya Filia and daughters Carinza (right) and Willow (in front).

Old but the new

Trying to recapture a flashback Emotions can be open or raw Memories that are frozen in ice To slowly let these thaw If we live life to the fullest Helping us to move ahead Then we need not worry About the things we never said Not all have beautiful recollections Some can be painful and sore To get to the bottom of these Is to finally close the door No we are not meant to stay young forever We have to turn our own page To know of loss and love It’s part of reaching an old age. Nā Lesel Flutey.

Who sees the beautiful moments Deep within their treasure chest The only feeling felt is love Consider yourself very blessed Wonderful to think we’d never grow old Or never have to turn a page And we could stay young forever And not reach a ripe old age Some don’t even get this chance Taken on any given day Without a clue or warning Don’t always get to have our say We can have those triggering moments Reflections of time gone past Where life seems to stand still We know it’s actually gone so fast 8

Wairewa Rūnanga Tēnā tātou katoa,

Montero James Daniels born 16 February 1929 to Tom Robinson and Molly (Roriana) Ropata and lived his early life on Banks Peninsula with a particular period in Little River, one of 16 children.

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. Ki a Monty kōrua ko Rangi, haere atu rā e kā rakatira, moe mai, okioki mai, e kore rawa kōrua e warewaretia. Nō reira, waiho rātou ki a rātou, ko tātou ki a tātou, tēnā anō tātou katoa.

Monty was brought up and legally adopted by his father’s sister and his mother’s first cousin, Pirihira Robinson and Kuruwaka better known as Jim (James) Daniels. He lived in the same community as his birth family so they were all very close. Pirihira passed away when Monty was quite young so Jim Daniels looked after him for some time on his own. Jim Daniels was also bringing up Aunty Jean, Aunty Margaret and Aunty Dawn, so he sent them all to Te Waipounamu College in Christchurch and eventually married the principal of that college, Hilda, also known as Nanny.

Ka roa haere kā rā, ka huri kā whakaaro ki te māra kai. Ka mōhiotia he raumati kai te haere mai. Ka huri ki kā kō, ka haere ki te rapu i kā kirikiri, kia pai ai te oneone. Kua tere hoki te inaka, kua haoa mai i kā kutu awa. Mauri ora ki a tātou.

Monty was sent to Te Aute College in Hawkes Bay where he excelled academically and athletically; he was dux and captained the first XV, first XI and the athletics teams. He also had very beautiful handwriting.

Maimai Aroha – Montero (Monty) James Daniels Ei…tirohia! Te paiao pōkeke e iri ana i te rae o Tahumatā Kāore ia nei he tohu o te mate Ko wai hoki rā? Ko wai hoki rā? Ko te niho makao o Makō Hākirikiri tonu Ai, te mamae Ka rewa ake ko te wai aroha Pūheke ana te roi i ngā pāpāringa He uhi matarau e tā ana i taku kiri Tāngia ki te auhi, tāngia ki te huamo E ngau kino nei, e ngau kino nei E pōua, e Monty Kua roa koe i te moana nui I te moana roa Ko te pae moana te whai atu Hei painga mā mātou Ngā ngorengore o Makō Ngā mangainga o Irakehu Ko tāhau he tohe i te tohe He mate ururoa i te taupetupetu Kia tika tonu te wāhi ki te Pātaka I te Kerēme Ā kāti, waiho atu Mā mātou tēnā take e kawe ā haere ake nei Tukuna koe ki te moana tawhiti Ki ngā au aiō Ki ngā ia āe E kau atu rā, e kau atu rā Kia kaha te kau Ko mātou tō iwi ka tūmatatenga nei I te taha moana He mātaki noa i tō terenga atu Ko ngā weruweru o mahara noa hei whakamahana i te tinana.

He went on to tertiary study and attended Teachers College in Dunedin, Christchurch and Auckland. In Auckland he met Katarina Maniapoto (Aunty Kā), and they were married in Rotorua in 1951. They settled in Rotorua with Katarina’s whānau at the family farm in Horohoro, where James, Wiki and Rata were born. This is when his association with Whakarewarewa Rugby Club began. His early vocation was as a PE teacher as he excelled in cricket, softball, basketball, volleyball, and athletics, where he could been a great decathlete; but his biggest love was rugby. Monty and Kā moved to Ōtautahi when the Ministry of Education transferred him south as a physical education adviser for two years, which stretched to over 40 years. They settled in New Brighton where Rawiri and Tupu were born. They were some of the few brown faces in New Brighton in the early 60s, however Monty could straddle both worlds of Māori/Pākehā. This is where his association with the New Brighton Rugby Football Club began. He coached an underperforming Under 17 grade team which included Rei Simon, Russell Stokes, Eddie Downs, Jackie Rouse, and others, and turned them into the winners of the championship. He also established the home and away rugby games between New Brighton and Whakarewarewa Rugby Club, where some great relationships were formed along the way. After many years at New Brighton, Monty and others including Joe Tūtengaehe and Terry Ryan, decided to form a new rugby club, Ōtautahi Rugby Club, to cater for the Māori trade trainees who were living in Christchurch at Rehua and other hostels while studying. He worked at the Rehua Hostel during the trade training days and was a stalwart and chair of Rehua Marae. 9

Monty’s work responsibilities changed over the years in Christchurch as he moved from an advisory role to general teaching at Burwood, Linwood North and particularly Russley Primary Schools. Past pupils recount Monty’s impact, as to most under his tutelage, they experienced their first hāngī, performed haka and waiata ā-ringa, and learnt te reo Māori.

vivacious . He was forthright, he stood small and strong, and was Irakehu tūturu. He generously shared his knowledge with all. He was very aware of the need for whānau and inter-generational achievement through education and sought to place his whānau within the social and environmental future of Ngāti Irakehu, Ngāi Tahu and Aotearoa.

In the early to mid-80s he became more politicised and participated more in tribal issues and was voted on to the Ngāi Tahu Trust Board in 1986, following in the footsteps of his birth-father Tom Robinson and kaumātua Joe Karetai. He was an integral part of Te Kerēme along with Tā Tipene O’Regan, Rakiihia Tau, Bill Solomon, Maria Tini, Kuao Langsbury, David Higgins and Sid Ashton. He continued on the newly formed Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu and the Ngāi Tahu Development Board until 1999.

He doesn’t just leave his many friends and whānau, his children, mokopuna and moko tuarua, he leaves his three sisters Te Whe, Pollyann and Olly, along with his hundreds of nieces, nephews and their children and he leaves his beloved Kā. Moe rā, moe rā, okioki mai e te rakatira.

In 2002, after attending the Whakarewarewa School centenary, Monty and Kā moved back to Rotorua, so his darling Kā could be back among her Te Arawa people after spending over four decades in the south. He will be remembered as a charismatic character, industrious, diligent, intelligent, articulate, funny and

Montero James Daniels.

Te Pōkai Ao

In October this year, 10 Ngāi Tahu taiohi (rangatahi/ youth) will go to Silicon Valley, San Francisco, USA to attend a five-day science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) boot camp.

As part of their pre-bootcamp activities, a noho marae and design-thinking workshop was held at Wairewa Marae. The purpose of this noho marae was for Kathrine Wiki Arapeta, Tiaki Huria, Bethany KayeBlake, Abraham Hix, Luca Mackenzie, Samuel Wixon, Nathaniel Cashell, Kiliona Tamati-Tupa’i, Sarah Langsbury and Ngahiraka Dallas to be introduced to Ngāi Tahu tikanga, waiata and haka, and, for the participants to learn and extend their mihimihi. It also gave them a chance to form bonds, and understand what is expected of them over the next two months leading up to their haerenga to Stanford.

Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu and Te Tapuae o Rehua have partnered with Callaghan Innovation and NZQA to offer this amazing opportunity. Inspiration is drawn from the traditions of innovation and transformation of Ngāi Tahu tūpuna, who would transform themselves and the environment to meet their needs – risk-taking and exploring – fed by courage, curiosity and passion. The tradition of Tamatea Pōkai Whenua, Pōkai Moana of the Tākitimu waka is used as an exemplar – as a legendary traveller, an explorer of land and water, uninhibited by the obstacles he happened upon and, with a commitment to problem solving to ensure the survival and prosperity of his people.

They will be supported by four capable tuākana: Gaynor Hakaria, Te Rau Winterburn, Madison Henry and Jess Templeton. We wish them all safe travels, and can’t wait to hear about their stories and adventures on their return. Haere pai atu, hoki pai mai.

Te Pōkai Ao rōpū at Wairewa Marae.

Te Taumutu Rūnanga Born performers

Music is our passion and performing together as a family is extra special for us. ‘Always at heart’ is a family affair with husband and wife, Gina and Shane Keating, performing alongside Gina’s mother Sharon Russell (Nutira whānau). We first started performing over 20 years ago and have been successful in many competitions throughout New Zealand. We have won several overall titles as solo, duo and group artists and will travel to Rotorua to compete for the title of New Zealand Country Entertainer of the Year.

writing section at the Whakatāne awards with a song he wrote for Daniel’s partner about the day he was taken from us. The song is called “Give Me Back the Day Before.” Music and singing together as a family made us stronger as it keeps our memories alive and reminds us that you never know what tomorrow will bring.

Gina also competes for that title as a soloist so will perform twice. Music is a legacy that we are passing on with Gina and Shane having four talented young boys who are all following in their parents’ footsteps. Tragedy struck our family in 2009 when Sharon’s son Daniel, brother to Gina, lost his life in a mining accident in Australia at the age of 26. Because of this tragedy we have all been inspired to write songs to help with our grief. Shane was announced the winner of the songSharon Russell, Shane Keating and Gina Keating, ready to head to Rotorua.

Ōnuku Rūnanga Notice of annual general meetings

Congratulations

Notice of Ōnuku Rūnanga Inc. Soceity and Te Kāhui o Ōnuku Charitable Company Ltd. annual general meetings. To be held on 9 October, 10am, at Ōnuku Marae. Our general meeting will follow the AGMs.

Our very own Kori Millar (daughter of Rei Tainui, Ōnuku) received the Meiko Restaurant Manager of the Year award at the Asia Awards of Excellence ceremony held in Singapore. The awards celebrate and honour outstanding individuals and companies for their food, wine and service. The 34 award recipients were acknowledged for their contribution to the industry and for continuing to shape Singapore as a wordclass gourmet food and tourism destination. This is a stunning achievement for Kori and we are so proud of you.

Agenda items: •

Appoint an auditor for 2016/17 (for Ōnuku and Te Kāhui)

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To present and accept the audited financial accounts for the year ending 30 June 2016 (for Ōnuku and Te Kāhui)

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Approve the annual report of the Officers (for Ōnuku)

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Election of the dept. chairperson and secretary for Ōnuku Rūnanga Inc. Soc. and dept. chairperson, secretary and treasurer for the board of directors of Te Kāhui Ōnuku Charitable Company.

Nomination forms for all roles will be made available upon request to the office or by emailing: onuku@ngaitahu.iwi.nz. Forms must be returned to the office no later than 5pm on 3 October 2016.

Kori Millar, winner of an Asia Award of Excellence 2016.

Te Rūnanga o Arowhenua Mokopuna Reo

We made whakapapa pukapuka and included some of the rock art drawings.

Mokopuna Reo recently visited Fale Pasifika Preschool based at Waimātaitai School, to share culture, kai, waiata and laughter. All practiced together for ‘Te Korohi o te Pēpi’, and everyone enjoyed watching all the pre-schools participating at the event.

Day two: Visited the Tūhawaiki memorial at Jacks Point. Yes, some fell in the water. A tohorā rib was found and was whisked away for analysis with Tautau. Kā mihi me kā whakamoemiti mō te koha nā Takaroa mō te iwi o tēnā tohorā.

Also, we have been practising for the opening ceremony of Te Hapa o Niu Tireni. We are looking forward to being back in the whare. Our mokopuna reo babies were crying and sobbing asking us: ”Why are they breaking our marae?” Pātai tuarua? “Kai hea kā heihei?” We went with the Tamariki Ora Holiday wānaka which included three fun-filled days.

Day three: The mokopuna and tamariki woke Tarahaoa and Huatekerekere, kā manu shrieked as they flew out of the ngahere. Sounds of the tamariki laughing, shouting and singing echoed as they raced all the way up to the big tree. Once they were back, we headed for kai and games with matua Irai.

Day one: We went to Te Ana Māori Rock Centre and the tamariki were so excited with matua Wetere and all his knowledge, kā mihi matua.

A big shout-out to the pakeke who came and supported the kaupapa, especially Tāua Gwennie. Nā kā Mokopuna Reo o Arowhenua.

wider community were able to enjoy a truly bicultural festival comprised of three categories: kapa haka (traditional dance and waiata), performing arts (waiata, whaikōrero, short stage drama, music, dance and other stage performances) and visual arts (two- and three-dimensional paintings, drawings, sculptures, and weaving).

Kā Toi Māori o Aoraki

The 10th FLAVA Festival, ‘Kā Toi Māori o Aoraki’ was held 19 August at the Theatre Royal. There were 18 kura and 12 early childhood centres from the Aoraki region, between the Waitaki and Rakaia rivers, who joined us for the ‘Korohi o Te Pēpi’ (singing of the babies).

The festival was organised by Arowhenua Whānau Services, alongside a steering group that included teachers and a number of community organisations.

The FLAVA festival provides students with an opportunity to discover and experience a breath-taking lens into Te Ao Māori (the world of Māori), and an opportunity to showcase and view their wonderful talent. At the same time, whānau, friends and the

Once again, the festival was a huge success, with the Theatre Royal and Caroline Bay Hall being packed to capacity for the full day. Groups that had clearly devoted long hours to perfecting their skills treated the audience to some incredibly colourful and exciting performances.

One of the rōpū performing at FLAVA Festival.

Tamariki prepare to take the stage.

An ode to the salmon anglers of Temuka

Now Toby Anglem, so upright and tall sits on his stool, with his back to the wall. Telling his stories, all short long or tall, he really is the king of them all, My friend Jim Manning, so steadfast and true, He is really one Māori right out of the blue. When we fish together, it’s a perfect delight Watch us catch salmon both left and right And when I pass on, to that place up above My spirit will stay fishing, with these Māori I really do love. Nā ‘Leo the Lion.’

I’ll sing you a song that will bring you some cheer. Sung to the tune of the pub with some beer. When Christmas arrives I’ve one thing on my mind, It’s fishing for salmon with folks of my kind. I know where to go, as you all know, where the fishing is good and the fish don’t all say no. I load up my van and go ninety miles south where a welcome awaits me at the Ōpihi mouth. Now every evening I have a great thirst and go seeking for the pup that comes first. Its name is the crown, of world-wide renown, where I see my old pals and toss a few down. The talk is of fishing and deeds of the past, till we all say, make this one the last.

South Island Māori representative to Te Kōruru

Tuesday between 3pm-5pm. Literacy South Canterbury, Arowhenua Marae and Te Puni Kōkiri have worked together to provide two 20-week computer classes for 2016. The current class is Microsoft for Beginners. Te Rūnanga o Arowhenua congratulate Karyn on her new governance role at national level and are confident she will carry out her new role with diligence and mana.

Karyn Thin has been elected as the South Island Māori representative to Te Kōruru, the National Governing Body of Literacy Aotearoa, Auckland. Te Kōruru members ensure that the organisation is soundly managed for the benefit of all in accordance with all legislative and organisational requirements. Literacy Aotearoa is a treaty-based organisation operating in accordance with tino rangatiratanga and guided by manaaki tangata. It has 37 poupou from Invercargill to Kaitaia who deliver adult-studentcentered literacy and numeracy programmes. Karyn is the marketing manager at Literacy South Canterbury and will continue in that role while commuting to Auckland as required. Karyn was a former company director for Te Rūnanga o Arowhenua and will take a Kāi Tahu influence to Te Kōruru. Karyn has been instrumental in establishing the computer literacy classess whānau attend every

Karyn Thin, the new South Island Māori representative to Te Kōruru.

Margaret Hill poroporoaki

Arowhenua Whānau Services (AWS) hosted the poroporaki for Margaret Hill on 3 August. Margaret was a senior manager at the South Canterbury District Health Board. Ruth Garvin, director of Māori Health attended along with members of the South Canterbury District Health Board Māori Health Advisory board: Rae De Joux, Suzanne Eddington and Suzi Waaka. Margaret was instrumental in the establishment of AWS and has always been a strong supporter of our services. From left: Rae De Joux, Suzanne Eddington, Margaret Hill, Suzi Waaka and Ruth Garvin.

Flu vaccine funding

Funding was made available through the Aoraki Foundation to benefit health-related projects in South Canterbury. Arowhenua Whānau Services (AWS) received $550, which was used to buy 60 flu vaccinations. We have been offering these flu vaccines free to whānau. They are available to those who would not normally qualify for the free vaccine. We still have some vaccinations left and hope to distribute them all so please come and see the friendly nurses at AWS to receive your flu vaccination.

The AWS team has received funding through Aoraki Foundation.

Raranga – My journey

A friend of mine is a kaiako with Te Wānanga o Aotearoa in Christchurch and I recently asked her to teach me to weave. She told me to find six other people to enrol in the Kāwai Raupapa level 4 class with Te Wānanga o Aotearoa in Christchurch.

and still more to learn. Te Wānanga o Aotearoa is now looking at running a level 3 class as well as level 4 next year. So if you want to learn to weave, these are the courses for you. Nā Donna Timothy.

My friend eventually travelled down here with another kaiako from Te Wānanga o Aotearoa to enrol us. Eighteen people wanted to enrol and becasue of demand, Te Wānanga o Aotearoa has started a level 4 class here in Timaru. So my Mum and I enrolled, along with many other whānau who whakapapa to Arowhenua. This has been a wonderful time, enjoying the company of our whānau and new friends. We come to class on Thursday afternoons at Te Aitarakihi Marae and we have 10 noho scheduled for the year. We have learnt so much – woven book covers, rourou, whetū, pop-up kete, kono, kōmore, tātua, tīpare, takaroa, ika, manu, manu tukutuku, poi raupō, pāua shell kete, pākē and pīkau. What a journey of discovery,

Aunty Rawiria Timothy weaving.

Te Rūnanga o Waihao Ngā mate

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

He pēpi

Our congratulations to all the whānau who have welcomed a new pēpi into their family.

Rā whānau

Happy birthday to everyone celebrating recent birthdays.

Marae news

Our office staff will vacate their current office space in late September and move into the recently completed office block. The new block consists of an administration room and meeting room constructed from two Portacom units purchased from Ngāi Tahu. The double garage on site has been re-located to make way for the office block and the dining room has had a fresh coat of paint with new curtains on the way.

New office block Portacom being lowered into place.

The new face of the office block Portacom.

Te Rūnanga o Moeraki Congratulations

Six year-old Ranui Te Maiharoa is all smiles after receiving the Most Improved Player for 2016 at the Maheno Rugby Club. Ranui loves playing rugby and can’t wait until next season when she will be able to play tackle rugby.

Ranui Te Maiharoa with her trophy.

Thank you

A mihi to both Richard Dwyer and Nathan Latimer of JB Were, Christchurch for assisting Moeraki Limited with our successful portfolio. Richard is no longer with the company but we wish him every future success. Our external director Rodger Finlay, as well as Don MacFarlane, bring added value with rigorous discussions to our board.

Richard Dwyer and Nathan Latimer.

Kaumātua, Desmond Tipa and Rodger Finlay.

Nathan Latimer.

Moeraki Limited Kaiwhakahaere, Trevor McGlinchey.

You don’t have to die from cervical cancer

“I encourage all women of all ethnicities over the age of 20 to have cervical screenings.”

As a mother of eight children, Wendi Raumati (Kāi Tahu) is something of a modern-day super woman. Now 61, Wendi was diagnosed with high grade abnormal cells, a precursor to cervical cancer in 1976 after the standard six-week cervical screen following the birth of her fourth child.

“I’m alive because of it,” she says with a smile. Wendi Raumati, Kaiāwhina – Māori Liaison Allied Health.

“When you hear the word ‘cancer’ it makes your mind boggle,” she says. “I thought I was going to die. Who would look after my babies?” The detected abnormalities resulted in a cone biopsy – the removal of a cone shaped piece of tissue from the cervix. Although Wendi was left with scar tissue, she amazingly went on to have four more children and is now the proud grandmother to 16 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. “The screening saved my life. I wouldn’t be here to see my whakapapa grow if it wasn’t for my wonderful doctor who listened to me and insisted on further investigation.” Wendi still has a cervical screen every three years and hasn’t had any abnormal screens for 40 years.“As a mother of four daughters, I want future generations to have the best chance of living a healthy life by catching it early.”

Wendi Raumati (right), with her daughter Paritai and Moko Kyla.

Papatipu rūnaka aspirations

Dates to remember

Rūnanga general meetings Meetings are held bi-monthly. Before each meeting there is a whānau hui to discuss what whānau would like for the next whakawhanaungatanga weekend and any other whānau aspirations. The next rūnanga meeting will be held 9 October at Moeraki Marae at 10.30am, following the whānau meeting.

The past month has been busy for our Moeraki Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu representative. As well as the usual hui to ensure good governance is exercised, Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu has been engaged in reviewing the papatipu rūnaka aspirational goals. These were first discussed at Moeraki in 2010 when Gail Tipa was the representative. The review of our rūnanga aspirations has been inspiring. The last rūnanga hui was an exciting one, full of ideas and new goals. As a result, Moeraki will continue to do some work on refining the ways the emerging goals can be achieved. We will want to work with Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu and other rūnanga on how best to achieve some of these new goals.

November Whakawhanaungatanga Watch this space – we will let whānau know the finer details closer to the time. Christmas celebrations More details when these have been finalised.

The aspirational goals of Moeraki whānau for what the rūnanga could deliver, were presented on Sunday 21 August at Te Whare o Te Waipounamu by the representative Karen Coutts supported by whānau, including the alternate Stacey Gullen-Reynolds. The presentation is recorded (along with other presentations) and is available on the Ngāi Tahu website under Our Stories (PRAG 2016 refresh-Live stream). A copy of the PowerPoint is also available from the office.

Annual general meeting A reminder that the annual general meeting for Te Rūnanga o Moeraki Inc will be held on Sunday 27 November at the marae. It would be great to see whānau come and tautoko the kaupapa. Accommodation is always available at the marae for whānau who wish to stay for the weekend. We look forward to seeing as many of you there as possible.

Information will be coming out to the whānau via the rūnanga meetings on further work to refine how the new goals could be achieved. Please contact the office if you want to make sure you are emailed about this kaupapa. Mauri ora. Nā Karen and Stacey. 16

Kāti Huirapa Rūnaka ki Puketeraki Congratulations

she was recently named as a finalist in the prestigious 2016 Ahuwhenua Young Māori Dairy Farmer Award. Ash-Leigh is the first ever woman to make the finals of the dairy category. In early 2015, she discovered her Māori heritage when applying for a scholarship to do a Diploma in Agriculture at Lincoln University.

Our congratulations to Alex Laurenson, who has been appointed as the new president of the Taranaki branch of the New Zealand Law Society. Alex’s connection to Puketeraki is through his grandmother, Taini Wright. Congratulations also to Ash-Leigh Campbell, whose maternal great-grandmother comes from Puketeraki,

Manawa Hou tuākana wānanga

Over the weekend of 12-14 August, around 15 Puketeraki tuākana gathered to take part in the Manawa Hou tuākana wānanga. The purpose of this wānanga was to discuss and plan how to show manaaki and connect Ngāi Tahu rakatahi with the papa-kāinga, Puketeraki and was held in preparation for Manawa Hou ki Puketeraki which will be taking place from 4-7 October. It was a weekend of connecting to the past, the place and the people.

Participants at this wānanga were very fortunate to have Donelle Manihera, Rangimarie Mules, Tihou Weepu and Irai Weepu in support of our whānau and the Manawa Hou kaupapa.

Manawa Hou ki Puketeraki will include a whānau night, with hāngī. Tihou Weepu checks the fire, watched by other tuakana.

The tuākana rōpū at Huriawa, planning and plotting out the Manawa Hou hīkoi.

Manawa Hou ki Puketeraki

First Aid Rakatahi Wānaka

Hui Rakatahi

Contact the rūnaka office for all enquiries about any of these hui.

We look forward to hosting rakatahi at the upcoming Manawa Hou ki Puketeraki and building lasting connections with them through this kaupapa.

Over the weekend of 4-7 October, Kāti Huirapa ki Puketeraki will host 25 Ngāi Tahu rangatahi aged 1518 to explore their Ngāi Tahu identity and Ngāi Tahu takiwā. The four-day wānanga is designed by the hapū and delivered by a group of local tuākana.

Tūmai ora whānau services and Kāti Huirapa Rūnaka ki Puketeraki are working alongside St John to host a wānaka from 2-4 of December. This wānaka is an opportunity for both our rakatahi and St John rakatahi to better equip themselves in emergencies.

Hui Rakatahi will be held from 4-6 November in conjunction with the Tame Parata scholarships. Rakatahi will have the opportunity to connect with their Puketeraki whakapapa, marae and whanaunga and to celebrate all of the amazing things our Puketeraki rakatahi are doing.

Hāngī revival

Our whānau have begun our monthly hāngī wānaka at Puketeraki marae. The purpose of this is to educate our rakatahi in the cultural process of cooking food in the ground. This is an opportunity for them to learn about a process that is key in preparing and cooking at the marae. Kai hāngī, kai ora, mauri ora.

Kia Kūrapa Reo Wānaka

Keen to get started with te reo Māori? Or maybe brush up on the basics? Kia Kūrapa is a marae based, weekend long wānaka being held from 11-13 November. It is aimed at beginners and intermediate language learners. 17

Whakahaumanu Puketeraki Wānaka

So this year, despite our best intentions of planning ahead and locking in dates, we haven’t been very successful in holding our wānaka. Luckily for us the whakapapa and history remains and the sites of significance are still there so we can pick up the wānaka series again in 2017. The tentative plan is for the Murihiku haereka to take place in late January 2017 before school starts back. We are trying to confirm the availability of key people but will let you know the dates as soon as possible. Nā, Suzanne Ellison, rūnaka manager.

Bad weather interrupted the planned wānaka at Murihiku in May. The four or five days of cold rain during May happened at the wrong time for us, forcing the call to be made to postpone the planned wānaka. There was no way even our most adventurous rōpū would have enjoyed exploring sandhills, scenic vantage points and exposed southern sites in those conditions. Recently we announced our October wānaka dates to ensure whānau could attend the Marine Protected Areas drop-in session being hosted at Puketeraki Marae on 30 October. This is the final chance to influence the MPA outcomes, a very important kaupapa for our area.

Old school complex - renovations

We are doing major renovations to the exterior of the old school complex in Grimness St, Karitāne. Some of the weatherboards have finally given up the ghost and we are replacing some of the old windows. Then we’ll be looking at a re-paint in the not-too-distant future. The old gets replaced with the new on the exterior of the old school complex. Thanks MD Builders.

Te Rūnanga o Ōtākou Kā mihi aroha ki a koutou katoa whānau.

Ngā mate

We send our deepest sympathy to those who have lost a loved one recently - tēnā rawa atu koe i to aituā nui.

Whakatau

‘Whāia te iti kahurangi, ki te tūohu koe me he mauka teitei.’ Pursue what is precious and do not be deterred by anything less than a lofty mountain.

Rā Whānau o Here Turi Kōkā Rā whānau ki a koutou katoa.

Rūnanga general hui

This is to advise Ōtākou rūnaka members that our annual general hui will be held on the 13 November in Hakūiao starting at 9.30am.

Ōtākou marae and hapū news

After repairs, the marae is up and running again with hui being held by Otago Polytech School of Occupational Therapy, Araiteuru Whare Hau Ora and Te Tumu o University of Otago and School of Pharmacy. On 12 August Te Kura Mātauraka Wai-whakaora Te Whare Wānanga o Ōtākou (School of Pharmacy, University of Otago) spent the day with Paulette and Komene. The kaupapa of the day was for the tauira to be welcomed onto the marae, learn about the whakapapa of the marae, present their mihimihi, make a putiputi out of harakeke and to learn some Te Reo.

Te Kura Mātauraka Wai-whakaora from University of Otago learn about the whakapapa of Ōtākou marae in a warm and informative atmosphere.

Kawa ki Ōtākou

A very successful hui was held on 30 July with around 40 hapū members and local whānau in attendance. Everyone was keen to meet again so we will be holding another one.

From left: A friend of Taiaroa McDonald, Taiaroa McDonald, Edward Ellison, Aunty Koara Harborne, Erena Russell-Harris, Anne Robertson, Michelle Taiaroa-McDonald, Wayne Frisby, Paul Karaitiana, Robyn nēe Harborne, Julie Rita (nēe Asher), Tukitaharangi Potiki on the knee of his mother, Megan Potiki.

Change of address

Ōtākou members news

Since the Appointments ballot papers have gone out a number of members have contacted us to update their change of address details. Please contact the office any time to update your address and email details when you move.

Ōtākou office welcomes your whānau news for including in our Te Pānui Rūnaka. Please send your achievements in sports, education, pēpi hou, memorials, kupu hou or anything else of community interest and photos to office@tro.org.nz. Your photos must have captions and names of people in the photo. Thank you.

Waihōpai Rūnaka Aspirations and it was great to hear how others are getting on. We will see how everyone has progressed in the next three years, I certainly hope we will have.

Kia ora koutou ngā whānau, ngā mihi aroha ki a koutou katoa, ngā mate o ngā whānau haere, haere, haere atu rā. Waihōpai whānau send their deepest and sincerest condolences to whānau who have lost a loved one in the last month. Aroha nui, te rangatira, te kaumātua, Monty Daniels haere, haere, haere atu rā. The mighty tōtara has fallen but the seeds have grown and the mana of Monty Daniels carries on. Aroha nui Kā and Daniels whānau.

Cheers to all the whānau who have had a birthday in the last month, the best of wishes to you all. Anyone who had a wedding in the last month good luck, all the very best to you both from Waihōpai whānau. Last but not least, to all the new babies and new mums that have graced our world, Waihōpai sends massive congratulations on your new addition, aroha nui whānau.

There have been heaps of hui happening at the marae including whānau kapa haka challenges and Pūtangitangi competitions, a sign of a promising future for our culture. We had the Māori Women’s Welfare League conference at the marae, a two-day cultural mapping hui down at Te Ao Mārama and what a great turn out there was. Well done team. In August, some of the whānau went to Christchurch to speak on Waihōpai

That’s it from me folks, all the best and have a great month. Stay true, be safe, and take care of one another. Cheers. Nā Squirrel on the Hill.

Tāua from Waihōpai (and other rūnaka) at Papatipu Rūnaka Aspirations hui.

Ailene Stehlin and Mateka Pirini at Te Whare o Te Waipounamu.

Robyn Boulter and Cyril Gilroy taking part in fire training at Murihiku Marae.

Ōraka Aparima Rūnaka Kia ora whānau,

Over the last month we have seen a number of different groups utilise the marae. Takutai o Te Tītī hosted the tane whaikōrero wānanga, He Whānau Tamariki programme, a kaikaranga wānanga and the Aparima College responsive writing group. We also had the general monthly meeting, which ran alongside the Ngā Taonga Programme. It is lovely to see so many people visiting our beautiful marae.

As we bask in the warm weather here in the deep south, we welcome the arrival of spring and the new life that it brings. The arrival of spring is beautifully summed up by the poet Percy Bysshe Shelley. “And the Spring arose on the garden fair, Like the Spirit of Love felt everywhere; And each flower and herb on Earth’s dark breast Rose from the dreams of its wintry rest.”

The last month has also been a busy for the office and the executive with a seemingly endless round of hui including the Cultural Mapping hui. We also had a visit from the Whai Rawa team who ran a workshop. As you can see we have many diverse things going on. So if you, or any of your whānau are interested in becoming more involved in the work of the rūnaka, please contact us at the office for more information.

So to those of you who are gardeners, it’s time to get cracking as the growing season is nearly upon us. This is also a great time for tamariki to get involved by planting a few seeds and watching them make the transition through germination to harvest. This time of year also heralds the arrival of the long-awaited whitebait season. We hope the whitebaiters among you are enjoying a prosperous harvest. Do you know we now own a whitebait stand on the Aparima River? This is available to whānau to use through a booking system. Read further for more details.

If you have enjoyed a birthday in the last month or have new additions to your whānau – congratulations. We wish you all good health and prosperity for the year ahead.

The kapa haka group has been busy rehearsing for Murihiku Polyfest. This magnificent celebration of Māori and Pasifika culture has really gone from strength-to-strength and now runs for a full five days. It is supported by almost every school in Southland and a few from Otago. It also features many early childhood learning centres. I am sure all the hard work the kapa haka group have been putting in will result in polished performances all round. Well done team.

Takutai o Te Tītī.

Congratulations

Ōraka-Aparima Rūnaka congratulates Theresa Pankhurst (mokopuna of Marjorie Manaena née Gutzel, and descendant of Mere Wehikore and James Leader of Aparima) who graduated with a Bachelor of Biomedical Science (double major in human genetics and molecular pathology) and is now on the road to completing her Masters of Clinical Immunology. She is currently doing an internship with Volpara Health Technologies, working on a project looking at creating a stable measure for temporal changes in mammographic breast density. She hopes to better understand how breast density could be a surrogate biomarker of breast cancer. We wish Theresa all the best for her further studies. Theresa Pankhurst, Graduate Bachelor of Biomedical Science.

Responsive writing programme

Ōraka Aparima Rūnaka members hosted nine Aparima College students and support staff for a lunch at Takutai o Te Tītī Marae. Rangimaria Suddaby, Lynley McKay and Riki Dallas have been involved in a responsive writing programme, arranged by the college during term three. The programme was the first time the penpals have met each other. Once the introductions were exchanged we were able to further discuss each other’s interests. It was great to find out two of the students have connections to the Ōraka Aparima Rūnaka. This programme was also assisted by Stewart Bull and Rebecca McKay, and has seen vast improvements in the students’ writing and confidence. It will continue for the rest of the term and into the future. Responsive writing group 2016.

Whitebait stand

Ōraka Aparima Rūnaka now owns a whitebait stand on the Aparima River. The stand is available for whānau to use throughout the season but you will need to fill out a booking form and be required to read and acknowledge our whitebaiting Health and Safety documentation and have an induction. These forms sum up our expectations and your responsibilities as a user. This paperwork only has to be done once during the season. To be fair to everybody, bookings can only be made two weeks in advance and we will ballot out the prime tides if we have multiple requests for those periods. Whānau who have so far used the stand have found the people from the surrounding stands to be really supportive and helpful. So come on whānau, what could be better than a few hours on the awa catching a feed on whitebait.

Whitebait stand available for whānau to book.

Ngā Taonga Programme

Please remember our Ngā Taonga Programme for tamariki. This exciting initiative runs on the same days as the general monthly hui. Those tamariki who attended the first few have really enjoyed the experience.

Te Anau holiday home

members such as, details of scholarships, bird transfers, vacancies for representatives on various boards and much more. The link below will take you to this page. https:// www.facebook.com/pages/Oraka-Aparima-Runakaopportunity-pages/1615071675378752. In the interim we will continue to send you emails, however if you no longer wish to receive emails please let us know.

Did you know that we have a comfortable house for whānau to rent in Te Anau? This property sleeps eight and is in the heart of the town. It is within walking distance of all amenities and only a short distance from many of the tourist opportunities the region has to offer. Please contact the office for further details or to make a booking.

Ōraka Aparima Rūnaka Inc Society

Contact details

We are progressively updating our membership database to improve the quality of our information. So if you or any of your whānau have moved house or changed email address or phone numbers then please let us know as soon as possible.

Annual General Meeting 10am, Sunday 9 October Takutai o Te Titi Marae, Ōraka/Colac Bay. • Chairperson Report • Financial Report • Annual Report • Adoption of new Holding company constitution.

Communication with whānau

Ōraka Aparima Rūnaka Holdings Ltd

Annual General Meeting (following on from the AGM of Ōraka Aparima Rūnaka) • Chairperson report • Financial report • Annual Report • Reappointment of co-opted director/s.

We are looking at ways to improve our communications with whānau and are exploring different mediums as to how to get the word out there about what is going on. We have created an opportunities page on Facebook. This page will carry details of any opportunities for our

Awarua Rūnanga Ka mihi aroha

Ngā Kaihoe o Rākaihautū Waka Ama update By the time this publication is distributed to whānau, the rōpū will have begun weekly pre-season training on Monday nights between 6-7pm at Tarere ki Whenua Uta (Old Māori House) at 8 Bradshaw Street, Bluff. The open day is Sunday 2 October, near the boating ramp on the Foreshore Road in Bluff. As this event is subject to weather conditions a pānui will be sent out closer to the time concerning the start and finish time, or change of date. In the meantime if you require more information about wanting to be a part of the Waka Ama Rōpū, as a helper or a rower, contact Tina: 03 212 6029 or Gail: 03 212 6020.

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

Rā whānau

Happy birthday to all those celebrating this month.

He pēpi

Ko Ruapuke te motu whakaruru, he manawa tītī. Ko Makere te toa whakawhana, he kāhu kōrako. Tīhei mauri ora. Piri and Gaylene Sciascia have welcomed two new mokopuna, taking the moko-tally to 11. Hunter Te Arawai Vavatau Sciascia-Taufao was born 30 November 2015 to Byron Taufao (Kāi Tahu, Samoa, Ngāti Toa) and Atareta Sciascia (Kāi Tahu, Ngāti Kahungunu).

Rangatahi Tumeke Limited

An outdoor camp for rangatahi between the ages of 12 and 17 will be held in the Catlins from 30 September to 4 October. Any queries or questions are welcome. Tīhei mauri ora. Nā Steph Blair. Cell: 0272815708 or email: Stephleith12@gmail.com or rangatahitumeke@gmail.com.

Piriponatahuri Te Painga Māpuna Sciascia born 1 February. Piriponatahuri is the mātāmua of Tumarangai Sciascia (Kāi Tahu, Ngāti Kahungunu) and Dee Sciascia née O’Carroll (Ngaruahine, Ngāti Ruanui and Te Ati Awa).

Notice of annual general meeting

Taituha, Karaitiana & RL Karaitiana Trust Annual General Meeting 2016 Ōtākou Marae – Labour Weekend Saturday 22 October 2016 at 1pm. Any changes to address or contact numbers please use contact details below: Hayden Coote Secretary hayden.coote@icloud.com Phone/text: 022 429 6298.

Left to Right: Hunter Sciascia-Taufao and Piriponatahuri Sciascia.

Te Here West - descendants reunion

20-23 October 2017 (Labour Weekend) Te Rau Aroha Marae, Bluff. To register your interest or ideas please contact us on any of the following: Email: teherewestreunion@gmail.com Facebook: Te Here West Descendants Reunion Mobile: Ariana – 0274280046.

Calling all descendants of Te Here West.

Contributions

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

Membership database

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

NB: If your enquiries relate to registering with Ngāi Tahu please contact the Whakapapa Unit on 0800 524 8248. We also encourage members who have changed residential or email addresses to update their details by contacting the rūnanga on the above number or email address.

Taurahere Groups Kāi Tahu ki Ōtaki

Kāi Tahutaka and whanaukataka were highlights. Ka rere ngā mihi ki a koutou katoa i tae ā-tinana mai ki te whakanui, ki te whakapakari i tō tātou iwi. Ko te taukaea aroha ka mau ake tonu e.

Anō te pai te āhuareka o te noho o ngā teina me ngā tuākana i runga i te whakaaro kotahi. Kāi Tahu Road Show ki Ōtaki Ko te whakaaro kotahi i tēnei kaupeka ko te “Road Show.” Ōtaki whānau were privileged to have some of our kaimahi from Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu and many other Kāi Tahu whānau here for the Road Show. The interest exceeded our expectations with 8090 people present for the majority of the day. The presentations were informative and generated lots of discussions. The stalls, including Whai Rawa, the Whakapapa Unit, Ngāi Tahu Funds, Kotahi Mano Kāika, Events and Tribal Economies, were well attended – there was a crowd around each of the stalls for much of the time.

Darren Solomon and Paulette Tamati-Elliffe (both left) discuss Kotahi Mano Kāika initiatives with whānau.

Tina Woodgate distributes the popular pepeha handouts.

Lynne Te Aika delivers the presentation to Ōtaki whānau.

Te Uru Rangi scholarship winner Kia ora. My name is Hape Ki Tuarangi. I’m a recipient of Te Uru Rangi scholarship and a recent graduate at Enspiral Dev Academy in Wellington. Here is a little bit about my background, whakapapa and future ambitions.

Now that I have graduated, my aim is to get a job in the industry where I can continue to learn and acquire the skills and networks to create tools that will help further the revitalisation of te reo Māori and the continuum of Mātauranga Māori. I have a lot of big dreams and ideas that I would love to see happen in the near future, which is why I am so passionate about this industry. Finally, I would love to go back to my kura and other kura, to teach our tamariki not only how to code, but to prepare them for a world that is so reliant on I.T and people who can understand its language. I would like to take this opportunity to acknowledge the support I have received from Ngāi Tahu. If it wasn’t for their support, provided through Te Uru Rangi scholarship, I wouldn’t have been able to attend Enspiral Dev Academy and take part in the amazing and new learning environment that they have created in Wellington. This experience has enabled me to create better opportunities for myself and get me off to a great start on my career change and to building a better future for me, my whānau, hapū and iwi. E kore au e ngaro he kākano i ruia mai i Rangiātea. Nā Hape.

I’m 25 years-old and te reo Māori is my first language. I was born and bred in Ōtaki. I attended Kōhanga Reo, Kura Kaupapa Māori, Wharekura and Whare Wānanga. I have two children, who are also following in my footsteps and currently attend kura. For the past five years, I have been the Moodle Administrator/Developer at Te Wānanga o Raukawa – the Māori tertiary institution here in Ōtaki. During that time, I have been fortunate to learn from the likes of Antony Royal, who has been a mentor to me. I have helped set up and maintain a learning management system, along with a handful of other I.T projects. Pērā ki te nuinga o tātou te iwi Māori he nui āku hononga ki roto o tēnā iwi, o tēnā iwi. Like most Māori I have a rich whakapapa that connects me to various iwi and marae around the country. On my mother’s side though my grandmother Robyn Crocome, I have connections back to Kāti Huirapa ki Puketeraki, which is how I was eligible to apply for Te Uru Rangi Scholarship. However, I grew up in the rohe of Ngāti Raukawa, so usually when asked about my whakapapa or pepeha that is the iwi I refer back to. By receiving Te Uru Rangi through Ngāi Tahu, I have made a commitment to myself to learn and reconnect with my hononga and whakapapa in the South Island. Hape Ki Tuarangi Cook (centre) and his partner Waima Mihaka (right), Te Haumoana Cook (top) and Haeata Reremoana Cook (left).

Weekly waiata practice Our weekly waiata sessions are going well – lots of whānau attending. The practices are usually on Tuesday evening at 6pm, at Tū Roa Kōhanga, but this can change depending on the kōhanga availability and whānau schedules. Keep an eye on your inbox. Nau mai, hara mai e ngā uri o Tahu. Nāku iti nei, nā Emma.

Ngāi Tahu ki Te Whanganui-ā-Tara

Facebook Please join our Facebook page – search for Ngāi Tahu ki Te Whanganui-a-Tara. This page is the best and fastest way to communicate with us. We will be using it to let everyone know of coming events, it is also a place for you to put your ideas about connecting, and is a critical way of us communicating with each other.

A hui is planned for Saturday 6 November, 10am-2pm for whānau based in Wellington, the Hutt Valley and Kapiti Coast to get together. As well as whanaungatanga, there will be kōrero on Ngāi Tahutanga, practising Ngāi Tahu waiata, eating, relaxing and having fun. We are very keen to have new members especially whānau who do not usually have regular connection with Ngāi Tahu, The venue will be confirmed in next month’s Te Pānui Rūnaka as well as on our Facebook page – please sign up and keep an eye on the Facebook page.

A small group of us are meeting to plan setting up more whānau hui – and more than one over the remainder of 2016. We will keep you updated via the Facebook page.

The rōpū organising this hui are already planning further whanaungatanga hui in 2017. We are keen to have hui that you all want, to help you feel more confident in understanding Ngāi Tahutanga in a way that suits you.

If you do not use Facebook then please email karen.coutts@xtra.co.nz with your email address so we can put you on the email circulation list.

The Office Kā Pūtea Scholarships

The Kā Pūtea Scholarship panel met in early June to award the 2016 Kā Pūtea targeted and general scholarships. The table below lists the 22 scholarships awarded ($1,500 per scholarship). The remaining scholarship applications have been sent to Papatipu Rūnanga, who will each allocate up to $1,500 (this may be split between more than one recipient). For further information about these and other grants please call 0800 524 8248. Name

Intended Qualification

Institution

Sarah Hutana-Te Aho

Bachelor of Arts with Honours

University of Waikato

Timothy Rogers

Bachelor of Commerce

University of Otago

Savannah Gibson

Bachelor of Teaching and Learning

University of Canterbury

Renee Hayes

Bachelor of Nursing

Whitireia Polytechnic

Tiana Mihaere

Bachelor of Science

University of Otago

Alexander Harpur

Master of Science

University of Waikato

Mary Kapene

Bachelor of Teaching

Open Polytechnic of New Zealand

Christina Ashten

Bachelor of Physical Education

University of Otago

Kihere Aumua-Jahnke

Bachelor of Maori Language and Indigenous Studies

Ara Institute of Canterbury

Alexandra Shearer

Masters of Forestry Science

University of Canterbury

Shawnee Morgan

Master of Maori and Pacific Development

University of Waikato

Pagan Tawhai

Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery

University of Otago

Renata Davis

Master of Laws

University of Canterbury

Margot Yates

Bachelor of Arts

Eastern Institute of Technology

Janina Konia

Postgraduate Diploma in Education

University of Canterbury

Delane Luke

Bachelor of Commerce

University of Canterbury

Joel Hintz

Bachelor of Veterinary Science

Massey University

Cory Sellwood

Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery

University of Otago - Christchurch Campus

Tracey Pratten

Bachelor of Design

Ara Institute of Canterbury

Tamati Manning

Bachelor of Science - Surveying

University of Otago

Callum Cooksley

Diploma of Civil Engineering

Ara Institute of Canterbury

Harrison Lewin

Bachelor of Science - Medicinal Chemicals

University of Auckland

Pēpi packs

We have now distributed 179 packs to whānau. The feedback from those receiving these packs has been so positive, we figure sometimes a picture is worth a thousand words. Here are some of our Ngāi Tahu pēpi enjoying the contents of their packs. Nau mai e rea kia mihi atu tō iwi ki a koe. Weaving the newest strands of Tahu.

Photos from left: Benjamin Thomas, Louis de Vocht, Louie Anglem and Sebastian Lardelli.

teachers of Ngāi Tahu and Māori descent. In order to offer these exiting opportunities – we need your help to identity these teachers. We are looking for teachers who are currently employed in a school, kura or ECE. These positions can include full-time, part-time, casual relief, teacher aides and resource teachers of learning and behaviour.

Opportunity for qualified/trained teachers

Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu recognises the importance of providing our tamariki with support to achieve. This can be a challenge when our sector is in need of more te reo Māori speakers who are proficient teachers.

If you know of any who fit this mould, please encourage them to take advantage of these opportunities by contacting Andre Konia: andre.konia@ngaitahu.iwi.nz

Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu is aiming to provide professional learning and development opportunities for

The Hui-ā-Tau at Koukourārata will be filmed and streamed live to satellite hubs in Dunedin; Otākou, and Te Tai Poutini - venues to be confirmed.

Hui-ā-Tau 2016

For more information, please contact Awhina McGlinchey on events@ngaitahu.iwi.nz or 0800 KAITAHU (524 8248).

Te Rūnanga o Koukourārata, in conjunction with Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu, invite you to attend Hui-ā-Tau 2016, which will be held at Koukourārata Marae, on Saturday 19 November starting at 10am. This is a great chance to catch up with whānau and to hear first-hand from Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu about the achievements of the year and the plans in place for future programmes and development. Just as importantly, this one-day hui provides a chance for us to kōrero and interact with our tribal leaders. Even though this year’s hui is to be live-streamed to satellite hubs, many whānau may prefer to attend the “report back” and “open forum” session in person so we encourage you to add this to your calendar and join us in Koukourārata.

Whakaahua Tīpuna/Whānau Last month this image was published on the back page of Te Pānui Rūnaka requesting that information or names be provided about its location and people in the photograph. The image was given to the Ngāi Tahu Archives by Margaret Rose Coulter. She has been told that the baby in the photograph could be her grandmother, Huria Kinihe, who was later known as Mrs Timothy then as Mrs Marsh. Huria was most commonly known as Tāua Maami and lived in Wairewa. We would like to thank and acknowledge Mamae Earle for making contact and sharing some information on her whakapapa relationship to Tāua Maami. Thanks also to Tracey Pōtiki for making contact. Tracey offered the information that, if the baby is Tāua Maami, then the adults will be her parents: Kinihe Te Kaoho and Hunia Te Naihi (Ngāti Wairangi) and one of the boys in the photograph could be Hoani Te Kaoho, aka Hokitika Jack. We appreciate the continued feedback we receive from iwi members in response to our requests for names and information pertaining to photos we publish for Whakaahua Tīpuna Whānau. 27

As part of the weekend we had inspiring keynotes from Gilbert Enoka (All Blacks Mental Skills Coach), Heather Skipworth (Iron Māori Founder) and Dallas Seymour (Ex All Black and NZ Sevens Player). Here’s some feedback from the event:

Move our Motu – Whirinaki Fund

“There were so many people that attended and every idea was different. I found that very inspirational.” “A truly uplifting experience” “Exceeded my expectations” “Such great calibre of mentors on hand and very keen to help.”

In wave three of the Whānau Ora commissioning of Te Pūtahitanga o Te Waipounamu, a specific fund was introduced targeted at increasing the health and wellbeing through a medium of physical and cultural activity. The intent of the ‘Move our Motu’ event held in early May was to bring together stakeholders to encourage collaboration and innovative ways to increase whānau physical and cultural activity. The event was focused on generating initiatives which are driven by the Whānau Ora outcomes, and in particular Pou Rua: living healthy lifestyles and Pou Whā: Whānau in Te Waipounamu are confidently participating in Te Ao Māori.

When the Minister for Whānau Ora announced the successful recipients of Wave Three at Te Pūtahitanga symposium, 7-8 July, (Te Aho Mutunga Kore/The Eternal Thread) there were a number of initiatives that were clearly focused on health and wellbeing, including: Try Whānau (Murihiku); kaupapa yoga (Ōtautahi); TriPounamu in partnership with Iron Māori; Te Ngākau Pono; Rangatahi Tumeke (Catlins); Hīkoi to Hauora (Murihiku); Hīkoi Waewae (Hokitika); He Waka Kōtuia (Ōtepoti) and Manawa Ora (Whakatū Marae, Nelson).

Goals of the two-day wānanga held at Hagley Oval, included to support applicants to strengthen the impact of the initiatives through a focus on capability development, as well as encouraging applicants to explore potential collaborations. Approximately 90 people attended the weekend event designed to: • • •

provide practical support to advance ideas to be investment ready (for example, to be prepared to submit quality applications) create a safe space for participants to explore collaboration opportunities provide structured support for initiative development through resources and the availability of mentors to guide the process.

A group activity at the ‘Move our Motu’ event held at Hagley Oval.

Rōpū with guest speaker, Gilbert Enoka, second from left.

On their latest road trip, the team started in the Whakatipu Basin, planning for the year ahead before moving on to Dunedin where they explored some of the entities and experiences they are supporting. “This whole project is based on an addressed whānau need. The whānau have discussed the need and desire to have an established maara at their kura and it has been integrated into our strategic plan,” says Helen.

Road Trip The South Island Whānau Ora commissioning agency, Te Pūtahitanga o Te Waipounamu is not sitting in its Christchurch office waiting for action, it’s taking to the highways on a regular basis engaging with people and spreading the word about the innovative nature of Whānau Ora and what is being achieved with public funding.

The group met with the Mayor of Dunedin, His Worship Dave Cull to discuss ideas of mutual interest, including how to support rangatahi to thrive and grow past the challenges that can sometimes get in their way. “We have some exciting rangatahi leadership projects in Ōtepoti, including He Waka Kotuia, engagements between rakatahi, their whānau and elders through wānanga, noho wānanga education sessions, local rūnaka, NCEA workshops, homework centres and community performances.”

In August, the entire team of 13, the majority whom are normally based in Christchurch, immersed itself in Murihiku, travelling the highways from Queenstown and Dunedin to Hokonui, Awarua and Waihōpai. For Te Pūtahitanga Chief Executive, Helen Leahy it was an opportunity to build on the staff hīkoi to Te Tau Ihu (Picton, Nelson, Blenheim) early in 2016.

On their last day, the team spent an afternoon with Ngā Kete Mātauranga Pounamu Charitable Trust in Invercargill, which has a number of exciting projects in various stages of development, including Waiata Wednesday; He Puna Waiora – their low-income GP service; a cooking programme that addresses wellbeing issues; Toitoi – a social enterprise to support whānau through arts and crafts; Tauira Tautoko – student support services at the Southern Institute of Technology; Taitamariki Oranga youth wellbeing; and an endless list of possibilities to support the aspirations of their whakapapa ties to Ōraka Aparima Rūnaka.

“We are always keen to get out and meet the people. Our travels are an opportunity for us to get to know the contours and the context of the geographic areas we are working in. It’s a chance to meet the people faceto-face, and to see the challenges they face first-hand,” she says. “It’s also a reminder to us all that Te Waipounamu is a massive land block and we need to be responsive to all areas, not just those where our office is.”

“It’s through trips like this that we, as a commissioning agency, can get a much better insight into the people and communities we are working with,” says Helen. “Being able to catch a glimpse of the lives of our whānau at the southernmost points of the land has been an incredible privilege for us and each new experience has helped us gain a richer understanding of the people and communities whom we invest in.”

Catching up with whānau.

From left, Te Pūtahitanga staff in Queenstown – Te Rā Morris; Sean Bragg; Haydon Richards and Ben Reriti-Jones.

Catching up with Te Kura Kaupapa Māori o Ōtepoti.

eligible to receive the grant but for whom we don’t have an up-to-date address. If you are able to provide any updated details for anyone listed here or if you have any queries please email: info@ngaitahu.iwi.nz or call the contact centre on 0800 942 472.

Kaumātua grants

A kaumātua grant of $260 will be paid in mid-November 2016 to all enrolled Ngāi Tahu aged 65 and older. Letters regarding the payment will be posted mid-September. Currently we have around 260 people (below) who are listed as enrolled on our database and therefore are

We are aware that some of the people on this list may have passed away. If this is the case we apologise for any distress this may have caused and ask that you contact us as soon as possible, so we can update our information.

Kaumātua name Adarienne Lynzie Mclintock

David Russell

Haumoana Te McDonald

Agnes Elhamma Callahan

David Sutherland

Heemi Ellison

Akara Koro Wall

David Thomas

Heeni Ngairo

Alan Stuart Tainui

Denis Patrick Hagenson

Heeni Patene Ross

Alison Carol Edwards

Derek Thomas Robinson

Helen Victoria Paulin

Allan William Hughes

Dianne April Compton

Henry John Matheson

Andrew Tony Morrison

Dixie Julia Corrie

Herbert Daniel Rochford

Angus Sydney Burns

Doreen May Weller

Hilda Tahau

Ann Elizabeth Wragge

Dudley William Evans

Huna Te Ohonga Houkamau

Anthony Reardon

Duncan Campbell

Ihapera Carter

Apirana Tina Kei Wairuru Stirling

Edward Toa

Ingrid Mary Ferguson

Arapera Tangaere

Elaine Claire Hegh

Iona Webb

Arnold, Glenys Margaret

Eleanor Ria Solomon

Irirangi Elizabeth Hammond

Atutahi Huia Bishop

Elizabeth Ethel Trump

Isobel Frances Fraser

Awhina Coe

Elsie Loraine Morgan

Ivan Campbell Carroll

Barbara Ann Olliver

Elsie May Todd

Ivy Te Uira Bruning

Barry Francis Mconie

Eric Campbell

Jack Kainga Moa

Bernard Richard Reston

Ernest Peter Ashby

James Arthur Ryan

Bernice Margaret Smith

Ernest Russell Wilson

James Blen Shore

Beverley Anne Bottle

Eveline Mary Bennett

James Edward King

Beverley Marquerita Browne

Fay Caroline Rimene

James Penman Robertson

Beverley Olive Pickworth

Frances Joan Stewart

Janet Dae Wade

Brian James Staite

Frederick William Bond

Janet Elizabeth Styles

Bruce Grey McGill

Garry Hikana Bond

Janice Hume

Carol Nauschutz

Garry Richard Gibbons

Janice Mary Mullin

Carol Wright

Gary Pikikotuku Tamati

Jean Elizabeth Wells

Cecilia Kahurangi Singh

Gendy Ava Merito

Jeanette Anne Sheahan

Charmaine Monica Hawley

Geoffrey Hugh Morrison

Jeffrey Graham Harvey

Christine Alice Taylor

George Hori Walker

Jenifer Susan Hogan

Christine Harris

George Malcolm Lane

Jennifer May Higginson

Christopher David Moore

George Malcolm Rangitakaiwaho

Jim Kohingatanga Manihera

Christopher Irvine Tait

George William Berry

Joan Ann Robinson

Coleen Giles

Gilbert Tiini Brown

John Anthony Lyall

Danny Michael Vincent

Glenn Spencer King

John David Lee

David Andrew Harper

Glennis Kay Lawson

John Dean Whaitiri

David Eru Pearson

Graham Alan Wards

John Leslie Mannell

David Owen Stott

Graham Stewart Lindsay

John Pohio

David Rowland Anthony Skyrme

Harry Solomon

John Selwyn Colling 30

Joseph Charles Ratapu

Moana Rokena-Puki

Rosan Mcleod

Joseph Desmond Switalia

Moira Christie

Ross Gordon Baillie

Joseph Hotene Stirling

Nancy Catherine Barton

Russell George Hume

Josephine Waihari Coster

Naomi Louise Gray

Russell Tauwhare

Joyce Florence Gutsell

Nee Thomas

Samuel Tuhuru Tainui

Judith Ann Houliston

Neil Bruce Wesley

Selwyn F Toogood

Judith Ann Roderick

Neville Scott Campbell

Selwyn Tureia Smith

Karen Marie Jones

Ngahiwi Isabel Bean

Sharon Teressa Macdonald

Kerry Connel Love

Nicola Mary Braude

Shirley Glennys Watson

Kevin Richard Boyle

Noel Myron Thompson

Shona Helen Henriksen

Korana Harawira

Noeline Valma Cate

Stephen Reriti

Kuini Ann Harper

Noelle Olivia Bosnic

Stephen Richard Fleming

Lavina Whaitiri

Norman Alexander Harpur

Stewart Anthony Ropata

Leah Hinewhaka Thomson

Ora Joan Macintosh

Sui-Ling Louie

Leith Pirika Comer

Oriwa Dene Solomon

Tawhai Te Okeroa Huhu

Leslie Ronald Carran

Owen Leslie Forsyth

Te Aranea Joseph Daniel Wikitoa

Linda Margaret Pope

Pamela Joan Woolf

Te Rongomaiwhiti Phyllis Morrison

Linda May Taylor

Pamella Eggenton

Te Waera Russell

Linda Rebecca Tamou

Patricia Anne Roberts

Teddy Newton

Linette Ager

Patricia Pearl Sumpter

Terence Lawrence Garvie

Lloyd Colin Park

Patrick John Dooley

Thelma May Wright

Lonaye Catermoul

Patrick Norton-Bennett

Thelma Patricia Pohio

Loretta Mary Wilson

Pauline Ngawati Tahau

Thomas Jnr Mangere

Lynda Carol McCulloch

Peter Bloomfield

Thomas Richard Wallace

Mabel Mary Marsh

Petihaukino Hera Kerekere

Timothy James Russell

Marea Dawn Donley

Philip Hongi Tawera

Tina Stout

Margaret Catherine Ellis

Phillip John Gibbons

Trevor George Thomas

Margaret Clothier

Rangi Dolly Hohaia Diamond

Trevor Lawson

Margaret Maureen Parker

Rata Pauline Lundon

Trevor Mira

Margaret Ramm

Raukura Meri Love

Tui Anne Teka

Maria Waikawhia Munro

Ray Kalvin Vincent

Victor Maurice Simmons

Maria Wallace

Raylene Nicole Collins

Virginia Elizabeth Gillespie

Marie Annette Jacobs

Raymond John Church

Vivienne Rea Coombe

Marilyn Lilian Craig

Raymond John Henderson

Wanaka Henare Te Umuariki

Marlie Coulston Stirling

Raymond Walter Waaka

Warren James Gilbert

Mary Fharfe Barrett

Robert Ivan Sims

Warren John Mudford

Mary-Ann Sneddon

Robert James Barnett-Ballantyne

Warwick Stanley Legg

Matene Te Ao Mahauariki

Robert James Gillies

Wendy Grace Kearns

Maui Fife

Robert James Ratana

William Boyd Herewini

Maui Grennell

Robert Kinewe Sadlier

William Brian Flint

May Te Whata Ihaia

Roberta Ann Matthews

William Fisher

Mei-Ling Louie

Rodney Logie Harvey

William James Brown

Mere Kaitomuri Wehipeihana

Roger Bruce Shaw

William John Drummond

Michael James Brice

Rona Maria Brown

Wiremu Turei Stirling

Michael James Matangi

Ronald Edwin Pinnell

Yvonne Margaret Luns

Michael John Kyle

Ronald Lyall Boyle

Zena Priscilla Ngahiwi

Michael Joseph Mconie

Ronald Waddel

Zena Wake

Michael Luggy Mason

Rongomai Herewini Poharama

Michael Wayne Reuben

Rosaline Eileen Kensell

How much we fund:

He kaupapa iti – small projects for individuals (up to $5,000) He kaupapa nui – medium projects (up to $30,000) He kaupapa nui rawa – (over $30,000) – a written expression of interest should accompany all large/ transformational applications, please contact the Fund’s team in advance if you intend to submit a large project.

Do you have a cultural project?

The Ngāi Tahu Fund was established to vitalise, strengthen and grow Ngāi Tahutanga.

The full criteria for accessing funding is contained in the application form, which can be downloaded from our website: www.ngaitahufund.com. Our funding committee meet in May to discuss the applications, so ensure your project does not start before this date as there is no retrospective funding available. The team are available to meet with you to work through the application process, or feel free to contact our advisor, Morgan Lee on 0800 KAI TAHU (0800 524 8248) or email: funds@ngaitahu.iwi.nz

The next funding round is now open and applications close on Friday 31 March 2017. For fairness to others, we will not be accepting any late or incomplete applications.

What we look at funding:

The Fund focuses on supporting cultural projects around: • Whakapapa – kinship • Tikanga – protocols and customs • Te reo – language • Mahi toi – creative expression • Whenua – landscape, place and locality • Mahinga kai – customary food gathering, species protection and restoration • Ngā uara – values and beliefs • Ā kāinga, ā hapū, ā iwi – community engagement and participation; and • Mana tangata – self-determination and self-confidence. Rangatahi during Rangatahi Tumeke, a kaupapa which has received funding from the Ngāi Tahu Fund.

Are you enjoying the programme? Yeah it’s good, all the boys and ladies are good. Its full on but it gets easier and easier. I would say I am on the right path.

Question time with Tawera Warren (Ngāti Maniapoto)

Are the tutors good? Yeah it can be full on – they are firm but fair.

What He Toki course are you doing? I am doing He Toki Stage 1 Carpentry at Ara.

Would you recommend He Toki? Yeah definitely it’s a good pathway for people to go on.

What drew you to the He Toki programme? I had studied construction at school and thought I wanted to go further with that, so I signed up. What school did you go to? I was at Papanui High School, I was one of the Deputy Head Students. How did you find out about He Toki? I was actually just looking around on the internet for apprenticeships and came across He Toki. I thought better get some skills first as it makes it a lot easier in the trades if you have a bit more experience. Tawera Warren.

Aoraki Matatū is a Kāi Tahu Reo leadership programme that supports iwi members to become more confident in facilitating Kāi Tahu reo based lessons and workshops within our Kāi Tahu communities. The key focus of Aoraki Matatū 2016 is studying and examining selected Ngāi Tahu manuscripts. This year our focus has been on the migration of Ngāi Tahu into Te Waipounamu. Our aim is to ensure that our reo champions can draw on traditional knowledge from our tīpuna, to breathe new life into the traditional narratives – the waiata, the whakataukī, the pepeha and the whakapapa within – to revitalise not only te reo but te reo o Kāi Tahu.

Aoraki Matatū ki Kaikōura

Ā, he teitei awatea, kei te pō nā noa te hakahaka.

The weekend of 26-28 August saw the culmination of the 2016 Aoraki Matatū wānaka series. A number of participants of this year’s programme spent the weekend, under the guidance of Maurice Manawatu, visiting many of the wāhi tūpuna featured in the manuscripts that had been studied. Highlights of the weekend included standing on the very pā that Tūteurutira and Hineroko established – te pā o Matariki, visiting the sacred spring that was divined by Te Rākaitauheke – te puna o Haumakariri, assailing the famous pā site where the many eponymous Kāi Tahu rakatira laid claim to the various regions within the Ngāi Tahu rohe – te pā o Peketā and to the famous pā established by Tukiauau to avenge the death of his father – te pā o Pari Whakatau.

He kaupapa whakaora i te reo o Kāi Tahu a Aoraki Matatū. Ko te aroka mātua o te kaupapa i tēnei tau, ko te āta wānakahia ētehi o kā tuhika tawhito mō kā hekeka o Kāi Tahu ki Te Waipounamu kātahi. Ka rua, me pēhea te whakahoki i ēnei kōrero, mai i te mata o te pene ki te mata o te arero o tēnei reaka, ki kā uri whakatipu. I kā rā whakatā o te 26 tae noa ki te 28 o Whā i tū tō tātou wānaka ki Kaikōura. I tae atu ētehi o kā kaiuru ki te marae o Takahanga, noho ai i roto i te manaakitaka o te haukāika o Kāti Kuri. Nā Maurice Manawatu mātou i ārahi ki kā wāhi tīpuna o te rohe rā. Kātahi nā te haereka whakamīharo nei kia tae atu ki kā wāhi tīpuna. Ko ētehi o kā wāhi whakahira; ko te pā o Matariki, ko te puna o Haumakariri, ko te pā o Peketā, me te pā o Pari Whakatau hoki. I te ata o te Rātapu i āta wānakahia e mātou kā rauemi pai hai tautoko i kā whānau, i kā mātua, i kā kaiako ki te whakaako i ēnei kōrero ki kā uri o Tahu.

Time was also spent designing and thinking about relevant resources to help disseminate these kōrero among the wider iwi. Our aim is to develop these ideas and have resources available for whānau, KMK parents and at future KMK wānaka reo and events.

Kua whakapiri mai ētahi o kā rakatahi kōrero Māori o KMK. Me whai wāhi rātou ka tika ki ēnei kaupapa, kia mōhio hoki ai rātou i kā kōrero o nehe. Ko rātou kā tuākana o te reo ki tēnei reaka, ā, ko kā rakatira mō āpōpō hoki rātou. Te koi hoki o ō rātou pīnati ki te waihaka rauemi mō tō rātou ake reaka.

This Aoraki Matatū wānaka was attended by a number of te reo speaking KMK rakatahi – a succession leadership plan in action. It is these rakatahi who we will be looking to, as tuākana on upcoming KMK rakatahi initiatives and as future iwi leaders.

E kore e mimiti te puna o mihi ki a koe Maurice Manawatu. He puna mātauraka kua whākaihia mātou ki kā kōrero o nehe. Tēnā rawa atu koe! Nei hoki te mihi ki a Rawiri Manawatu, ā, ki te whānau o Ngāti Kurī hoki – kā tōhuka o te manaaki, tēnā koutou. Nā, me mihi hoki, ka tika ki a Rocky Roberts (a.k.a. Te Rocky-Tauheke.) He taumata anō tō tautoko i te kaupapa nei - Aoraki Matatū.

KMK would like to extend our thanks and appreciation to Maurice Manawatu for sharing his extensive local knowledge and to Rawiri Manawatu and the whānau of Ngāti Kurī for their outstanding hospitality. A special mention goes to Rocky Roberts for supporting the kaupapa above and beyond. Aoraki Matatū! Whānau, if you are travelling through to Kaikōura, be sure to stop in at the Caves Restaurant –you will receive warm hospitality, delicious kai and you will be supporting a local Kāi Tahu whānau business.

Matua Maurice Manawatū holding court at te pā o Pari Whakatau.

Some of the fitter whānau atop Peketā Pā.

Puna Pūtea o KMK

KMK funding is available for all registered Ngāi Tahu individuals, whānau and cluster groups who want to develop their Māori language. The next funding round closes on the 28 October. For application forms or more information, check out our website: www.kmk.maori.nz.

If you have any questions or require further information about the Kā Manukura o Te Reo, Whānau Reo or Kāika Reo funds – please contact Darren Solomon: darren.solomon@ngaitahu.iwi.nz or 021 518661.

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

Papakāika Reo Fund The Papakāika Reo Fund is a KMK initiative that supports Papatipu Rūnaka to develop te reo pathways within their papakāika community. KMK would like to acknowledge Rāwiri Manawatu and Te Rūnanga o Kaikōura, Kopa Lee and the Rāpaki whānau, Waiariki Taiapa Parata and Kāti Huirapa ki Puketeraki as well as Karen Morgan and the Ōnuku whānau who are all recent Papakāika Reo Fund recipients. We are also looking forward to working with the Makaawhio and Kāti Waewae whānau.

Whānau Reo Whānau Reo Fund provides up to $2,000 per year financial assistance for Kāi Tahu families to attend immersion initiatives, such as Kāi Tahu Papatipu Rūnaka whānau based te reo events and KMK whānau based te reo events within the Ngāi Tahu takiwā. Kāika Reo Kāika Reo is a fund that supports Kāi Tahu whānau groups to strengthen the use of te reo as an everyday language within the home. The fund will consider funding initiatives focused on learning and using te reo as an everyday informal language. Participants can apply for up to $3,500 per year.

If your rūnaka is interested in Papakāika Reo funding please contact Victoria Campbell: victoria.campbell@ngaitahu.iwi.nz or 021 2455712. Nāu te rourou, nāku te rourou, ka ora ai te reo!

Ngāi Tahu Road Shows

A big mihi to all the whānau who have taken the time to come and see us at the Ngāi Tahu Road Shows. If we haven’t made it to your region yet we look forward to catching up with you when the roadshow rolls into town.

Kīwaha/whakataukī

Reo o te wā

Ka pai hoki koe! Good on you! Ka wani kē! Awesome! Fabulous! Te Anu o Takurua The afflictions of winter Nōku te kori, kia kori mai hoki koe. When I move, you move: Follow my lead.

Marama: Rima (September) Ono (October) Kaupeka: Makariri (Winter) Kana (Spring)

Kotahi Mano Kāika upcoming events INITIATIVE Kura Reo Rakatahi

WHEN /WHERE 1 – 5 Ono (October) 2016 Ōtākou Marae.

Kia Kūrapa ki Puketeraki

11 – 13 Whitu (November) 2016 Puketeraki Marae 09 – 14 Iwa (January) 2017

Kura Reo Kāi Tahu Kura Reo Rakatahi Kia Kūrapa ki Awarua

19 – 23 Iwa (January) 2017(tbc) Te Koawa o Takitimu - Murihiku 27 – 29 Iwa (January) 2018

WHO / TE REO LEVEL Secondary school rakatahi. Intermediate – advanced. (all levels will be held in January 2017) Beginners-Intermediate levels Intermediate to advanced fluent speakers of te reo/whānau reo speakers. Secondary school rakatahi. All levels. Beginners – Intermediate levels.

Pānui Congratulations

A big thanks goes to my training coach Ngaroma MilnerOlsen, the Māori Mentoring Unit at Waikato University, Renée Gilgen and my senior supervisor Jenny FerrierKerr. Being an adult student is a shock to the mind and the pocket and I would like to thank the following hapū and land trusts who have helped me financially in my endeavours – Ngāti Kea Ngāti Tuara, Rotoiti 15 Trust, Paehinahina Mourea Trust, Rotoma N.o 1 Incoporated, Whangamoa Trust and Ministry of Education for the grants.

Knisha Ruland daughter of Joyce (Nikora) and Theo Ruland. Grand-daughter of Marsh Tutanekai Nikora and Jean Raha-Ruhi. Great-granddaughter of Ruma Tahuaroa Watson aka Ruma Watson. I started a journey of self-discovery three years ago and from this I made two goals. Six weeks ago I completed the first one (Ironman 2016). On April 27 I achieved the second one. I graduated with a Masters of Education with First Class Honours. As always my family were there supporting me, grounding me and backing me all the way. To all my beautiful friends and study-buddies who have stood by me, listened to me, laughed at me and with me through training and study – the medal and the certificate are testament to great family and awesome friends.

To all my friends and whānau, I am able to do these things because of your support and guidance. Nā Knisha Ruland.

Left to right: Theo Ruland, Knisha Ruland, Joyce (Nikora) Ruland and Kuini Putaranui (Aunty).

Knisha Ruland’s achievements for 2016.

Notice of freehold Māori land for sale

Te Ture Whenua Māori Act 1993 Take notice that the executors of the estate of Epiha William Hills wish to sell the deceased’s block of Māori freehold land situated at 80 Te Pouapatuki Road, Tuahiwi, North Canterbury. The land is described as: Kaiapoi Māori Reserve 873 71B Te Waipounamu District; Area 3.0351ha; CT CB411/252 Kaiapoi Sec 71B Block; Plan number ML5387; CV $558,000. 35

For contributions to Te Pānui Rūnaka, email:

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Rūnaka Directory

Te Hapū o Ngāti Wheke (Rāpaki) Ph: 03 328 9415 Em: rapaki@xtra.co.nz Te Rūnanga o Koukourārata Ph: 03 365 3281 Em: koukourarata@ngaitahu.iwi.nz

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

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

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

Kaikōura Rūnanga Ph: 03 319 6523 Em: takahanga.office@ngaitahu.iwi.nz

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

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

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

Te Rūnanga o Arowhenua Ph: 03 615 9646 Em: arowhenua.admin@ngaitahu.iwi.nz

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

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

Hokonui Rūnanga Ph: 03 208 7954 Em: hokonui.office@ngaitahu.iwi.nz

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

Taurahere Rōpū

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Ngāi Tahu ki Wairau Paula Jowers Ph: 03 5785083 Em: peajay1891@gmail.com

Ngāi Tahu ki Rotorua Anita Smith Ph: 07 345 8375 Em: Anita17smith@gmail.com

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

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

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

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

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

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

Ngāi Tahu ki Waikawa Marama Burgess Ph: 03 5736142 or 0276591840 Em: mr.burgess@hotmail.com Ngāi Tahu ki Piripane (Brisbane) Vicky Rose Ph: 0061455026633 Em: vicky@nncinc.com.au

Stars align for Ngāi Tahu Tourism and Earth & Sky

Owner Hide Ozawa says the focus on protecting the night sky will continue with Ngāi Tahu Tourism. “Both businesses are committed to continuing to protect the beautiful dark environment for stargazing, scientific research and to enhance wellbeing of our people.”

Ngāi Tahu Tourism has announced that it will enter into a joint venture with Earth & Sky, the Tekapo-based stargazing and observatory tours operator. Ngāi Tahu Tourism Chief Executive Quinton Hall says the partnership will further enhance both businesses.

Mr Hall says Ngāi Tahu Tourism is constantly adapting its existing businesses and looking at new opportunities to ensure it continues to deliver high-quality experiences for its customers.

“Earth & Sky has built a reputation for delivering worldclass stargazing encounters in this incredible location, and their customer and quality focus aligns perfectly with our own drive to deliver unique and authentic experiences for our customers.”

“Our goal is to connect our customers to our unique Aotearoa experiences; to ourselves, to Ngāi Tahu and to our beautiful environment. Through this we strive to provide authentic and extraordinary experiences that will stay with our visitors forever.”

“Ngāi Tahu Tourism is one of the largest tourism operators in Aotearoa, hosting one million customers a year across nine existing businesses. We believe our investment in Earth & Sky and our combined skills and capability will help take this experience to the next level.” Earth & Sky’s stargazing and observatory tours on the summit of Mt John are recognised as some of New Zealand’s premium night-time tourist activities. The company is owned by the Murray and Ozawa families and has been built over 12 years into the iconic experience that it is today. Earth & Sky’s owners say they are pleased to have Ngāi Tahu Tourism on board. “We are excited by the opportunities that this partnership will bring,” says owner Graeme Murray. Together with the University of Canterbury, Earth & Sky has been a world-leader in the area of Astro Tourism, and we have initiated and helped to drive the protection of the Mackenzie Country’s pristine night sky.

SAVE THE DATE

From left, Earth & Sky owners Hide Ozawa and Graeme Murray with Ngāi Tahu Tourism Chief Executive Quinton Hall on top of Mt John, Tekapo.

− MAORI LAND BASED SUMMIT 8-10 FEBRUARY 2017 LINCOLN EVENTS CENTRE, CHRISTCHURCH

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Growing Maori Leadership in Agriculture

Whakaahua Tīpuna/Whānau

These photographs are part of the Ngāi Tahu Collection at Macmillan Brown Library. They were taken at a hui held at Te Mangungu Marae, Hutt Valley in 1979 convened by the Ngāi Tahu Māori Trust Board, to set up the Māwhera Incorporation. In the first photograph the only person identified is Tā Tipene O’Regan (fourth from the left). In the second photograph Verviers Ennis (Barrett from Tuahiwi) is third from the left. If you are able to provide names or further information regarding these images please contact Tania Nutira or Robyn Walsh, Ngāi Tahu Archives Unit on 0800 KAI TAHU (0800 524 8248).