Te Hookioi Edition 72 by Waikato-Tainui

25 YEARS WAIKATO RAUPATU

TAINUI GAMES 2020

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135 YEARS OF POUKAI

"Kua whakatuuria e hau teenei taonga hei aawhina i te pani, i te pouaru, i te rawakore. He kuuaha whaanui kua puare ki te puna tangata me te punakai."

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Poukai were instituted by the second Maaori King, Kiingi Taawhiao, shortly after his return from England in 1885 when he sought an audience with the Queen to talk about the unfair confiscation of Maaori land by British colonial invaders. The first poukai was held at Whatiwhatihoe Marae in Pirongia.

“I have instituted this gathering to feed the widowed, the bereaved and the destitute, it is a doorway that has been opened to the multitudes of people and the bounty of food.”

Kiingi Taawhiao

The poukai fosters manaakitanga in looking after one another and serves as a gathering for the King’s followers, especially in March of every year to celebrate harvest time according to biblical precedence and it was an opportunity for the King to heal the ailing of the people. - Tame Pokaia

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“King, you are a living miracle. There to serve the people. You attend 29 poukai a year and in doing so, you show your people that you care about them, about the pani, the pouaru and the rawakore.”

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The Venerable Ngira Simmonds, Archdeacon to the Kiingitanga

THE POWER OF THE PEN

The pen gives voice to vision and aspirations This picture (above right) shows Te Arikinui Dame Te Atairangikaahu holding the pen that she used to sign the Deed of Settlement on the 22nd of May 1995.

Ko te puaawaitanga o te whakaaro

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The blossoming of the idea

"We must not forget the courage and determination of all those who led our iwi to settlement and an apology, enabling us to address our mamae and to move forward. The settlement has been good for us. Through these events we will properly commemorate the raupatu and provide an opportunity for others, especially the younger generation, to learn about what happened and why it is relevant."

Rahui Papa (Current Treaty Negotiator)

He waahanga teenei noo teetehi koorero i puta i a Te Puea Herangi. I tiimatangia te whakaaro o te taapae kereeme ki te Kaawanatanga naa aana mahi raupatu whenua ki a Waikato e Tuumate raaua ko Pei Te Hurinui i te puku o ngaa tau whaa tekau o teeraa rautau. Naa teeraa kookiritanga i tuu ai te Tainui Maaori Trust Board. Ko te mahi a Te Puea i teeraa waa, ko te whai kia whakauungia te whakaaro e te iwi whaanui. Noo ngaa tau o te waru tekau, ka whaiwhaihia ngaa mahi whakarite kereeme e Te Kotahi Mahuta aa tutuki noa, i te tau 1995, i te waitohutanga o te Whakataunga e Te Arikinui, Te Atairangikaahu. Ko te puaawaitanga o te whakaaro ka kitea i roto i te whanaketanga o ngaa uri whakatupu, haere ake nei.

To check out our 25 Year Raupatu Signing Commemoration Feature Story go to page 11.

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Poutuu Paaraawera Aotearoa Raakaunui Waipapa Maaketu Ookapu Turangawaewae Riiketa

Tutereinga Te Papa-o-Rotu Nga Tai e Rua Tainui-a-Whiro

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Ngaati Pikiao

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Pohara Paa

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Ngaa KaihaapaiContributors

Koroneihana Whaataapaka

The front cover design elements were inspired by the art work ‘Te Poo ki te Ao Marama’ by Hinga Te Kura Whiu #ToiTekura

Jason Ake - Pou Matua Te Paahekoheko Pānia Papa - Kaiwhakamaaori Koro Pokaia - Kaumaatua Debra Jensen - Kaituhituhi Matua Sonya Haggie - Kaituhituhi Mahana Toka - Kaiarotake Sarona Rameka - Kaitautoko Hinga & Lloyd Whiu - Kaiarotake Sam Cox & Jade Ormsby - Front Cover Designers

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Nicholas Maaka - Pou Whakatairanga/Kaituhituhi

NGAA KAIWHAKAAHUA Photographers Erica Sinclair, Trina Edwards, Te Rawhitiroa Bosch, Jade Hohaia, Atawhai Edwards, Hinga Whiu, Hone Thomson

H E K O O R E R O N A A T E E E T I TA

This edition of Te Hookioi pays homage to the visionaries. Everytime I go to the top of Rangiriri Paa, I always go to see Kiingi Taawhiao’s words etched on wood, “Mehemea kare kau ana he whakakitenga, ka mate te iwi.” “Without a vision, the people perish.” On the front cover we have two very prominent visionaries (Te Puea and Te Arikinui Dame Te Ataairangikaahu) featured alongside Korotangi – who journeyed from Hawaiki aboard Tainui waka – now that’s a vision! Many people suppose we got to Aotearoa by accident, but I believe the opposite, Whakaotirangi dreamed of a destination that our sea-voyaging ancestors then set forth to find.

He Koorero Naa Te Eetita Message from the Editor

Visionaries are freedom fighters, dreamers with an activation gift, they are the seers, the prophets and prophetesses amongst us that call something into being that doesn’t already exist. They have a resolute mindset, are passionate about transformation and they can be fierce (because vision is valuable and needs to be protected). But they also need people to help bring the dream alive, hence why Te Puea coined the phrase: “Me ka moemoeaa au, ko au anake; me ka moemoeaa taatou, ka taea e taatou.” “If I were to dream alone, only I would benefit. If we were to dream together, we could achieve anything.”

Yes, vision is a rare and precious commodity. Vision is life-giving, more valuable than puutea and precious jewels because vision directs your steps. It calls you forward into purpose, it sustains you; it’s fuel for your soul and Kiingi Taawhiao knew this very well, that’s why he said without it we’ll suffer as a people, turning aside to lesser things and going wayward. We have a vision for the iwi in our 2050 Te Whakakitenga plan and we even have a five-year plan attached to this vision, but do each of our 68 marae have a vision? Does your hapuu have a vision, your whaanau? Do you have a vision for your life? He wero tino miiharo teenei ki a taatou katoa.

Jade Hohaia tehookioi@tainui.co.nz

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Kiingi Tuheitia has inherited this same passion from his mother, a heart for justice and a heart for his people. That’s why the Kiingitanga was named the

‘Partner of the Year’ for the Department of Corrections and why the King set up the Iwi Justice Panels with Police and is revamping the prison system with waahine reintegration in mind – with the vision of reuniting maamaa with their peepee.

Shane Solomon, Whaea Mamae Takerei and Hone Thompson aboard the ‘Tainui Express’ a train that carried 150 kaumaatua and rangatahi to Wellington for the third and final reading of the Waikato Raupatu Claims Settlement Bill. See Page 11 for this feature article.

Talitha Walden and Shannon Te Huia pictured here from Pūniu River Care – Check out page 8 for more info about protecting our waterways

Trophies Galore: Featured left – Inia Te Wiata with his national award for high-performing engineers – see page 15 for more on this talents Te Wiata whaanau. Also shown here the Rugby League World Cup Trophy brought to Ngaatira Marae by Honey Hireme – QSM medal award winner see page 54 for more.

N GA A K AU PAPA

Ngaa Kaupapa Contents 135 Years of Poukai

Te Mana Me Te Mauri O Te Awa

The Power of the Pen

Te Huinga Taniwha

Significant Dates

Tuuhookairangi

He Koorero Naa Te Eetita

Te Ahurei o Rangiriri Paa

He Koorero Naa Te Tumu Whakarae

Tainui Group Holdings

Te Ture Whaimana

Taawhia te Ao

The Changing of the Guard

Ngaa Kiinaki

25 Years since Treaty Settlement

Tamariki Tainui

Celebrating our People

Te Puna Pakihi

Tainui Games 2020

Investing in our People

Tumuaki

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o te Maungaarongo

This Year’s Tainui games was the biggest ever with around 30,000 people involved in the four days of competition. One of our 17 Sporting events was TOA HAAKARIMATA – featured here is Te Kura Ormsby and her daughter Amiorangi at the base of the Haakarimata Ranges. Te Kura was one of 300 volunteers that lent a hand.

CEO'S MESSAGE

He Koorero Naa Te Tumu Whakarae Donna Flavell

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Welcome to our first Te Hookioi for 2020. Whilst we are almost three months into this new year, it is our first edition for this new decade and it is timely to pause and reflect on the many people that we have lost over the years and their contributions to the Kiingitanga, our marae and communities. Ka tangi tonu, ka tangi tonu.

What an exciting way to kick off the new decade by hosting one of the biggest Tainui Games to date. Up to 30,000 people attended the Games over both weekends and we had a staggering 108,000 hits on our social media with whaanau supporting their teams, watching the live stream and digitally tuning in from all around the world. I want to take the time to thank the many volunteers, whaanau and staff for their hard work, enthusiasm and commitment to make the Games such an awesome event. I also want to congratulate everyone who participated in events and those marae that enjoyed success in their events during the Games. Congratulations to Tuurangawaewae for being the supreme winners for 2020.

This year marks 25 years since the signing of our Deed of Settlement on 22 May 1995. In recognition of this milestone there will be a range of activities to acknowledge the anniversary. Please keep an eye out for these events which will be advertised soon on our website and social media. It is fair to say that as the first iwi to sign a Settlement our journey has not been without its ups and downs. There has certainly been a lot of learn over the past 25 years, but also a lot to celebrate. We have worked extremely hard developing pathways that help our whaanau and marae achieve mana motuhake. This edition has some key insights into some of the mahi that happens in the background working towards this aspiration. Of particular note, I am extremely proud of the work that our teams have been leading in advocating for better Iwi/Maaori representation at a local government level. Hamilton City Council adopted a policy to include Maangai Maaori in their governance arrangements 12 months before the 2019 local government elections. The policy was such a success that their new council re-instituted the arrangement. This was quickly followed by Waikato District Council who introduced Maangai Maaori into their own governance arrangements in January this year. This kaupapa is important because it helps ensure that the voice of our whaanau and our marae are heard at the decision making table and that they contributing to strategies on issues that

are important to us. Issues like resource allocation and funding, resource management, wastewater, roading, environment, housing development to name a few. With the new financial year we also welcome Radio Tainui back into the tribal fold and will see the station rebranded as Tainui FM. We have undergone a six-month transition process and you will see some exciting changes in the future as we look to launch a range of new programmes, and at how we might widen our broadcast range to reach more whaanau listeners. The Station has been relocated to central Hamilton, just a small part of our plan re-establish our language on our landscape and in this case on the traditional site of Kirikiriroa Paa. Finally I want to acknowledge the work of our editor Jade Hohaia and her commitment to Te Hookioi over the past few years. This will be Jadeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s final edition as Editor as she embarks on another journey with her whaanau. She has bought a degree of professional integrity in both design and content and managed to produce a magazine that we are all extremely proud of. Te Hookioi has had recognition in a number of awards, much of which is due to Jadeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s management and energy. Thank you Jade for your outstanding contribution to our tribal narrative. You join a list of distinguished editors that have told and continue to tell our stories in a way that resonates with our peopleâ&#x20AC;ŚI am sure Patara Te Tuhi would be more than proud of what you have achieved.

TE TURE WHAIMANA

Te Ture Whaimana Tooku awa koiora me ngoona pikonga, he kura tangihia o te maataamuri. The river of life, each curve more beautiful than the last. Waikato-Tainui raupatu claims relating to the Waikato River were settled in 2008 by Deed of Settlement. It was reviewed again in 2009 which was in turn was given legal effect through the WaikatoTainui Raupatu Claims (Waikato River) Settlement Act 2010. Waikato and the Crown agreed to enter into a new era of co-management over the Waikato River with an overarching purpose to restore and protect the health and wellbeing of the Waikato River for future generations.

The river’s health was the key focus of the Waikato negotiations - Te Ture Whaimana – the vision and strategy for the Waikato River was created.

The vision and strategy is intended by Parliament to be the primary direction setting document for the Waikato River and activities within its catchment affecting the Waikato River.

One of the most unique features is that it goes beyond the Resource Management Act itself and has an effect on 20 other pieces of legislation. This level of recognition has not been replicated in any other settlement in this country. The strategy has clear and specific targets and methods to achieve its purpose. If it’s a priority, we will all do a greater job for our awa.

Regional Freshwater Issues – Update

Our Rights and Interests Team lead the preparation of key responses to Crown or local government policy and law reform that have the potential to impact on Waikato-Tainui. Jackie notes that it is important that we protect the wider rights and interests of Waikato and ensure that our settlements are being implemented effectively across central and local government. Over the past few months, there has been significant policy proposals

from central government affecting freshwater. As a result, our team have responded to a number of key policies including: Highly Productive Land Use, Urban Development, Freshwater Management, National Policy Statement for Freshwater and Resource Management Bill Reforms (RM Bill). Our primary focus has been to highlight the unique position of Waikato-Tainui as a result of the

Waikato River settlement and the disappointment about the lack of engagement by the Crown. The intention of the settlement was that the Crown would respect and work with Waikato-Tainui in good faith, as a Treaty partner. As set out in the Kiingitanga Accord, this requires the Crown to engage with Waikato-Tainui at an early stage when developing any legislation or policies, or making any decisions, affecting the Waikato River.

NB: For a copy of any of our submissions, please ring us as 0800 TAINUI and ask for a copy.

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The Crown has received around seventeen and a half thousand submissions on the Freshwater Reform, so it reflects the significance of this issue for all New Zealanders. The Government is expected to make decisions on the final shape of new freshwater regulations in the next few months. Our Chair of Te Roopuu Wai, Jackie Colliar shares some of the key issues that we are working on.

THE CHANGING OF THE GUARD

The Changing of the Guard Te Hookioi is privileged enough to have captured the last koorero from Koro Pokaia Nepia in his official role as Kaumaatua for the organisation before his retirement and to capture the koorero of one of our new Kaumaatua coming into the replacement role – Koro Hone (Barm) Turner. They share their experiences in relation to the May 1995 Signing and share a bit about themselves for us all to connect to them. We are truly blessed to have access to such great men of knowledge, wisdom, heart and mana.

Koro Pokaia Having resigned at the end of 2019, I look back on these past 23 years and I have some great memories. I started working for the tribe in 1997 when Bob Mahuta hired me. He was my greatest support in the role, him and his sister.

“Someone asked me recently ‘What defines great leadership?’ My answer? Well, how do you define Bob Mahuta?”

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He was a straight up kind of man, if he didn't like you, you’d soon know about it. But he was a great support to me. Lady Raiha gave me his black leather chair after he passed. It’s my honour to leave it here for Rama Ormsby, his nephew, who will be helping (along with Hone Turner) in my role as the new kaumaatua. I have many fond memories. I remember my mokopuna Kohikohia, he was born 29th February - 21 years ago. I took him to Hopuhopu with me and met with Bob Mahuta. This was the time when the very first Tainui Games was held there. I introduced Bob to my moko when he was only a few days old and then he said to me, “Are you asking me for a name for your mokopuna?” I then said to him, “I have a name but I'm hoping that you will support it -“ka tahi ka paatai mai ki ahau ko wai te ingoa?”, and then I pleaded to him “Kohikohia”. “Kohikohia ngaa maramara o te waka o Tainui”, and he gave us his blessing. I’ve been to every games that we’ve held since - and this last one Mauria te Aroha was fantastic. I’ve had several other memories about the iwi over my years, I remember Te Puea’s tangi, I was 13 years old, I remember Koroki’s tangi too.

In these last 23 years my most favourite memories in the role are always of the people, that’s why I did the mahi. There were challenges, but I was always supported in my role. The signing was a fond memory for me also. The signing was a result of a lot of hard work by a lot of key people - too many to mention individually, but the Queen was the central figure on the day. It was a great day for Tuurangawaewae and for the iwi. For her she believed this would help us, that it would be for the betterment of the people. I was there on the day of the signing, in the back. It was a fine day, there was excitement in the air, and there were people at the gate that were against it. They were venting their feelings. It didn't take away from the day but we knew some of the tribe didn't agree with the signing. Te Ata’s leadership, the way she led the people right up to the signing would have made her dad proud. He started grooming her when he started to get sick. She had a great personality, gentle and firm. She had a lot of time for her kaumaatua, and they had a lot of time for her, that’s where her support came from. In the background was Sir Robert and Tumate Mahuta. I like this new Te Hookioi cover, because the Queen, in many instances, showed the same qualities as Te Puea. In all respects, with the signing, I would say it all started with Te Puea. When I started in the role it was all about Te Arikinui, now it’s all about the King and my loyalties now lie with him. Despite resigning, I’ll still be supporting the tribe, the Kiingitanga and Tuurangawaewae Marae in the years to come. Mauri ora ki a taatou!

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Koro Barm

I have never lived too far from the awa. In fact, I was literally born on the riverside in Mercer. My brother Hero and I were always on the river – fishing, eeling, white-baiting – doing anything and everything pertaining to the river. My father is a Turner from Maniapoto, born in Pirongia. My mum was Ngāti Aumaru, she was a Katipa. My parents grew up in the depression and served the vision of Te Puea completely. My dad was a ‘ringa raupaa’ and helped on one of Te Puea’s farm blocks in Pukekawa. He docked lambs, cleared shrub and just worked the land and taught is kids to do the same. While many whaanau moved to Tuurangawaewae and were progressing the aspirations of that land under Te Puea’s leadership, we stayed behind at Te Puuaha and worked on providing the kai for those in Tuurangawaewae. My dad was Nuke Turner, his mum (Te Werawera) was a sister to Tumokai – Te Puea’s husband. I have fond memories of being on the farm and sitting in on my dad and Tumokai leading early morning Paimaarire karakia. I met and married a beautiful lady in 1969 – Miriama Rawiri. Her mother was Iti Rawiri, who was the whaariki for the Queen. We had eight children and we have a tonne of mokos and mokomokos.

In 2019 we celebrated 50 years of marriage, alongside 50 years of running the tiitii (muttonbird tent) at Koroneihana. Over the years I’ve had a lot to do with the staff here at WaikatoTainui for many years! I used to be the reo Maaori teacher at Ngaaruawaahia High School. Tikanga and the reo has always been important to me - a driving force in my life. In my role I hope to be of great support to the staff and continue as a proud supporter of the Kiingitanga In 1990 I was lucky enough to accompany the Queen to London for the Henly Regatta. Her leadeship was something else. She led her people well. The day of the signing was a great milestone for her in her reign as Queen, it was a great day for us as Waikato. I was there on the waka on the day, serving the Queen as I was always shown and told to do. One day Te Ata had asked me to help with a project. I remember staying up all night painting a new art piece of a taniwha onto a wall in Kimiora. I wasn’t going to stop until it was done. That was what we did, we loved to serve and support Te Ata’s vision and that continued with me right through to the day. I served her for the very last time in steering the waka that carried her to her final resting place at Taupiri. It is a very special memory for me. I won’t ever forget that moment. The waters were so calm, I could hear the ripples of the water, I remember how quiet it was and how peaceful the surroundings were and hearing the karanga from the river’s edge.

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It’s an honour to step into the team and to do the mahi (alongside Rama Ormbsy) in Poka’s place as the kaumaatua for the organisation. Poka and I worked together when we were young men and much hasn’t really changed since. We both worked in an open cast coal mine in Maramaru, I would strip the dirt from the coal and Poka would operate trucks and cart the coal - we worked hard but played hard too.

Now we serve the King and we know that service to the Kiingitanga and the tribe is noble mahi indeed.

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25 Years since Treaty Settlement In December 2019, a private luncheon was held at Hopuhopu to acknowledge the twenty-five years since the Heads of Agreement was signed on 21 December 1994 between Waikato and the Crown to settle the Waikato raupatu claim. Importantly, the lunch was to also acknowledge the members of the Tainui Maaori Trust Board who twenty-five years ago showed courage, resilience and leadership by endorsing the mandate of the Principal Negotiator, on behalf of the Trust Board, Ngaa Marae Toopuu and Waikato-Tainui to sign the Heads of Agreement.

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The Heads of Agreement was a nonbinding agreement that set out the

KAITUHITUHI

Shane Soloman

KAIRANGAHAU

Nicola Panapa

general matters of the agreement between the Crown and set the next stage of negotiations on what the final settlement would look like. The final Deed of Settlement was signed six months later on 22 May 1995 at Tuurangawaewae Marae. On Wednesday 21 December 1994 a hui aa-iwi was held at Tuurangawaewae. It was a very hot day and heavy with anticipation on how the day would end and what direction the voice of the people would take. The floor of Kimiora was packed with tribal members, both in favour of or opposed to the settling of the claim.

The hui received presentations from the Minister of Treaty Negotiations on behalf of the Crown and the Board’s legal adviser on behalf of the Waikato Negotiating Team. The hui debated the offer made by the Crown. The Principal Negotiator concluded by saying;

“Our Treaty is the Kiingitanga. Our charter is raupatu.” Following the presentation, a ballot was taken, and it was resolved by a 2/3 majority that;

“The Principal Negotiator Robert Mahuta receive the mandate to sign the Heads of Agreement once he is satisfied with the Crown’s offer.” The Minister of Treaty Negotiations and his officials departed to Hopuhopu before the vote commenced and the Waikato team joined them at 3pm to advise the result of the vote and to continue to negotiate to see if a Heads of Agreement could be achieved that night. Present but inconspicuous during those following hours was Te Arikinui Dame Te Atairangikaahu. Te Arikinui Dame Te Atairangikaahu featured with PM Jim Bolger. The Queen (as seen on the front cover) was the central figure on the day and continues to hold a special place in the hearts and minds of her people.

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Hare Puke

Nana Rangitaiki Tupaea with Tipa and Amaya Mahuta

Members of the Tainui Maaori Trust Board, staff, advisers, Kaumaatua, had waited all day and most of the night for the signing of the agreement. It was never questioned that an agreement would be signed after the result of the ballot earlier that day on the marae. After years of litigation, negotiations, consultations, commitment and sacrifice over generations redress was a step closer. At 10.30pm everyone gathered in Manu Koorero under a huge black and white photo of Princess Te Puea.

Before all those present the Minister of Treaty Negotiationsand the Principal Negotiator signed the agreement. It was appropriate to head to Taupiri Maunga for karakia, accompanied by the Crown team. At the foot of the urupaa in a dark and still night people gave acknowledgment through personal reflection and the incantation of the Paimaarire. The Trust Board comprised of fifteen elected members representing hapuu interests and one member appointed by the Head of the Kaahui Ariki,

who was also the Principal Negotiator. Behind closed doors the Trust Board tested the thinking behind the strategy, keeping pure the guiding principle of â&#x20AC;&#x153;I riro whenua atu me hoki whenua mai.â&#x20AC;? Ensuring the tribal constituent were informed every step along the way. Fronting at hui to support the Principal Negotiator and the negotiations. Being accountable and the value of their contribution was collective as were the stumbles.

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The Legal Team assisting with the Claim (Featuring Sir Robert Mahuta and Shane Soloman)

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Hone Haunui

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Sometimes at the board table they disagreed on aspects of the settlement and the process, but publicly, they presented a united and formidable force - resolute about what needed to be achieved. There were of course many strong and colourful personalities, the hot and the passionate, and the cool and contemplative, but at the end unequivocal and absolute in the endeavour. The commemorative December luncheon was intended as a time for reflection. Of the courageous men and woman who made up the Tainui Maaori Trust Board, only ten remain to share their whakaaro. While age has added silver highlights,

and laughter lines are now deep set, the minds and passion of these past leaders have not diminished. If anything, age has only added to the whip-like thinking and their wholehearted devotion to the kaupapa. The kaupapa of Kiingitanga, the kaupapa of raupatu, the kaupapa of Mana Motuhake. When asked to share their reflection on whether the settlement had achieved what they had intended, the response was immediate and unfiltered. It may seem harsh but much of the koorero centred around what was achieved on the sniff of an oily rag, the sacrifices made, and the dedication of the people, not money.

No one was paid big bucks to get settlements. One can only assume that the fires were rekindled not because they wanted to be but because the old guard perceived a need. Perhaps a need to realign the dream of settlement to the intended purpose and vision. Perhaps just to be heard. In one afternoon, reflection turned to revolution and referendum. The visionaries of the 1995 settlement are still with us, but the question is - â&#x20AC;&#x153;for how long?â&#x20AC;?. The architects of the settlement may well be gone but the draftsmen remain like sentinels, waiting and watching.

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The Late Sir Robert Mahuta and

Sir Graeme Douglas

C E L E B R AT I N G O U R P E O P L E

He whakatairanga i ngaa mahi a te tangata Celebrating People

Honouring Te Puea-honouring those who serve and honouring a vision of creativity expression and excellence Taking a walk down memory lane with whaea Teeny Tukere In Waikato there are many whaanau who have served for generations to support the Kiingitanga in their own specific niche. This article is in honour of the florists, the TPM Kapahaka Group, Te Pou o Mangataawhiri Band and ultimately in honour of Te Puea and her legacy of vision that continues to influence this generation, and those who are yet to be born - because vision ultimately begets vision.

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Whaea Teeny Tukere begins her koorero in honouring and celebrating one of the key figures on the front cover of this magazine – Te Puea. She states, “Te Puea's vision was far far ahead of anyone else’s, she was a woman of foresight, she knew what she was doing, she wanted to a create a better future for her people in a Paakehaa world.” And when it comes to Te Puea’s creative side, whaea Teeny can also share about this, afterall she comes from the whaanau that for generations has served the Kiingitanga in the flower arranging department and also in music and entertainment. “Te Puea had a vision to create an entertainment standard that was just as good if not better than the Paakehaa.” She adds, “Te Puea proved herself amongst Paakehaa, but they gave her a hard time and that’s in the history books, even being forced to buy a section that was a dump to build Tuurangawaewae. It was rough in those days, even sleeping under sacks. Te Puea decided to take my mother Wakena when she was only 12 or 14, she was one of six ‘Haawini’ – Te Puea had people from outside of the community (like Biddy Pickering) come in to teach these young girls Paakehaa manners, how to dress tables with flowers, table etiquette and how to make gourmet food. My mum also learnt how to make Spanish creams (like a blancmange).” “My mum Wakena also did the flowers. She had a passion for flowers and everything she grew was for Tuurongo House and Mahinaarangi.” Whaea Teeny recalls, “Te Ata loved flowers, you’d know straight away if she didn’t like a certain way the flowers were decorated. It was just a look, it was never her way to belittle someone or growl us, but our whaanau always knew how the Lady liked the flowers to be presented by her look, we could tell.”

The Haka Girls – touring the motu to raise funds for Tuurangawaewae Marae

When asked how many flowers the whaanau had decorated whaea Teeny says, “we’ve done thousands of flower arrangements”. We started in the kitchen, doing food preparation. My big sister Tuss was one of the head cooks, we have always served the Kiingitanga in the back and we knew

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Te Arikinui, Te Atairangikaahu on her birthday with the forever famous TPM (Te Pou o Mangataawhiri)

our place, we knew the kaupapa. Everyone turned up and one family did the gardens, one family did the haangii (the Mokena’s did that) and others did the sweeping - all whaanau had their areas. Ours was supporting our mother in the flower arrangement area and we had connections to orchid farms too. It was exciting for us kids.”

Both my sister and I started singing in our teens. Rangitaaua Tapara (small in stature but huge in mana for Waikato), used to run the marae and she asked my mum if we could sing in the band (TPM) and that was the only time we were in the front. We’d practise weekly in the band. My sister ‘Sis’ was the secretary for the band and our haka group toured all around New Zealand helping to raise funds to build the marae. TPM’s draw card was the brass with Pokaia Nepia and Jack Tata on sax. We had a TPM reunion in 1980. It took me two years to organise and it was great to get together. The only surviving members of the TPM band are - Pokaia (sax), Jack Tata (sax), Fred Tapara (our lead sax who is now 93 and leading the Tuurangawaewae 100 year Celebrations), Te Ata’s son Maharaia Paki (sax), Renata Te Wiata (bass guitar) and Willie Barrett (lead guitar). As well as my husband George Tukere, Mara and myself.

Inia Te Wiata holding his son Inia Te Wiata Jnr and a photo of his father affectionately known as “boy”. All of the Inia Te Wiata men (four generations) are creative and intelligent souls.

Our ages together on the stage totalled 968 years the last time we were together. This was a part of the creative vision of Te Puea’s brought to life and Te Puea and Te Ata went everywhere together. Te Puea really groomed Te Ata for the role – she wanted someone who was socially accepted and humble to take over from her and Te Ata was that with the support of the people. I have had many fond memories in my lifetime, but the most memorable have been our trips overseas, our TPM reunion and the many functions we went to with Te Ata.

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When our father came from Otaki and was trained by Piri Poutapu, he was actually raised by father Seamer – the minister of the time. He was much loved by Te Ata, and Sister Heeni, the deaconess in charge of the girl’s hostel. Father Seamer was also the co-ordinator of the choir. He heard my father singing and between Piri Poutapu and Father Seamer – Inia Te Wiata senior was mentored by both men in their crafts. Piri Poutapu was a very very talented man, he taught my father, but also my brother ‘Boy’ (Inia Te Wiata Jnr) and my sister’s husband Wiikoki Kiingi. My nephew Inia has also had a son called Inia and all of our men named Inia have been creative and intelligent souls.

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TAINUI GAMES 2020

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Tainui Games 2020 had the theme ‘Mauria Te Aroha” this year and was an epic celebration of iwi coming together to enjoy life. Check out these 12 pages of awesome action photos and quotes from our leadership and participants.

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“I was a part of the organising committee for the very first Tainui Games with Koro Wetere, Bob Mahuta, Hare Puke, Sophie Muru, Hemi Rau, Elsie Davis, Taonui Campbell (from Manipoto – our first Chair). It used to be called Kohikohia and we used to have dog competitions, pig hunting, and eeling, I’ve been to every Tainui Games – this was the best by far! From the karakia to the organisation of the whole kaupapa – it was the best!”

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– Koro Pokaia Nepia

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“I acknowledge all our marae and whaanau for getting in there in whatever capacity. Acknowledgement is also due to the teams who organise the events and make it happen, especially as we lead out in good kaupapa like Para Kore (Zero Waste) initiatives at this scale of 68 marae coming together. What the Tainui Games achieved today is what our people have always envisaged - hauora and wellbeing of whaanau and marae. The hauora and physical health of our tribal members is important as we look to implement the hauora goals in the Five-Year Plan. This is also a fun kaupapa to involve every generation. There is wellness for us as a tribe, coming together, as people of Waikato and people of the Kiingitanga - we've done this for many years and I'm certain it will continue to grow for many generations to come.” – Rukumoana Schaafhausen

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“Let us all be strengthened By the love we share for one another Toituu te mauri Toituu te aro o te haa Moo te iti moo te rahi Hei oranga moo te katoa!”

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– Hinga Whiu (Events Manager)

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“A big mihi to all our kaimahi and volunteers for making the Tainui Games the special event it is especially for our people. Ngaa mihi aroha ki a raatou.” – Parekawhia McLean

“Rain, hail and thunderstorm in the middle of summer couldn’t stop our games!!! Mauria te aroha.”

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– Pania Paekau

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“Ko te kaupapa o taaku whaanau, MAHIA TE MAHI HEI PAINGA MOO TE IWI”

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– Takirau Paekau

“Between 28,000-30,000 people attended the games, with 108,000 hits in one day on our tribal Facebook page, 58 of the 68 marae participated, we had 18 hours of live streaming, and 2,500 visits to our kaumaatua tent. These are very impressive numbers and it very much confirms this year’s games were a lot bigger than ever. We even had a wedding in the middle of it all! Congratulations to Vida and her new hubby. Congratulations also to Tuurangawaewae Marae for taking out the 2020 Tainui Games!”

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– Donna Flavell

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“You don't have to be a pro. Just gotta have a go.” – Leanna Kukutai (Oomaero Marae – Eke Ngaru)

“You can be competitive but play fair, we are role models for our mokopuna. Mauria te aroha.”

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– Ethan (Taupiri Marae - Netball)

“There are so many things that set this year’s event apart from previous years – an indication of how the tribe has gone from strength to strength with the inclusion of specialist skillsets leading in key places.”

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– Jan (Taniwha Marae - Uka)

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TE PUUTAKE O TE RIRI KI TE PUUTAKE O TE MAUNGAARONGO The hairs on the back of my arm all stood up as I heard the karanga break-out welcoming the multitudes of people who gathered for the event. The haka roared down past the marae aatea where close to 600 toa - both waahine and taane - exploded into haka. This marked the first day of Te Puutake o te Riri ki Taranaki.

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Over Labour Weekend when people are usually taking time away from work or resting with whaanau, nestled away at one of the chief marae of the Taranaki region (also coincidently the marae where the Raupatu Hearings were opened in 1990), Oowae played host to thousands who gathered in the region to learn more about the provincial history of the region including the impact of some of the first recorded interactions between Maaori and the Crown. If you were from the marae you could be excused for thinking that it was just another hui. Maaori at the paa, tamariki running around being a hoohaa to their parents as they tried to catch up with their whaanau, the pair of ruuruhi gossiping away, the cooks were busy ensuring they had enough placings available, and everyone gathering to practice in front of the marae. But the reason everyone was gathered was far from ordinary.

Taranaki were the second host region for Te Puutake o te Riri, He Raa Maumahara a national initiative to commemorate the New Zealand Land Wars and raise awareness of the events that shaped the country’s modern history. The significance of the event coincides with the anniversary of the United Tribes of Aotearoa's Declaration of Independence in 1831 which Pootatau Te Wherowhero was the final signatory overall. Dr Ruakere Hond (Taranaki/Parihaka) a key member of the working party said that coordinating the event in Taranaki gave the community the opportunity to participate in an event that focuses on our nation’s local history – a history that not many New Zealanders know about. “It has been both an honour and a privilege to be a part of this nationwide kaupapa and connecting with the national narrative to tell the story of our region’s history within the wars, a history which is often bearded,” he said. “The war in Taranaki started on 17 March in 1860 after Te Atiawa rangatira Wiremu Kingi Te Rangitaake refused to sell the fertile grounds of Waitara to cater for ongoing immigration from Britain and Ireland but later a deal was done by another chief.” “It lasted for about 21 years. There were battles and conflicts taking place across the entire region during that time – at Te Kōhia near Waitara, Puketakauere, Maahoetahi, Waireka, and Turuturu-mōkai, Te Ngutu o te Manu and Tauranga-ika in south Taranaki just to name a few.”

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The history is one of the key points of this event, the other opportunity is to educate Maaori and non-Maaori at a large scale to understand some of the more salient periods of our history. Thousands of people – both Maaori and non-Maaori huddled out of dark heavy cold rain as guests including government ministers, iwi leaders from around the country and Taranaki local government members gathered for He Rā Maumahara the national initiative to mark the nation's land wars. As karanga were called, waerea chanted, people wept openly as the haka poowhiri went on. The scores of

toa weren't deterred by the weather and continued on with the rousing emotional reception as taiaha, mere and poi were used to illustrate the hardship experienced by the Taranaki people at the hands of the Crown.

New Zealand there are untold stories and narratives about the Crown’s treatment of Maaori and the strategies which tuupuna used in order to overcome some of the harsh conduct of the Crown.

The multitudes gathered in the warmth of the tuupuna whare Te Ikaroa a Maaui as Taranaki speakers spoke about the atrocities that impacted on their people. There were tents filled with people outside holding on to every word and listening intently about the untold story and the impact of these significant events.

This was highlighted at the poowhiri where Taranaki demonstrated the strategies of non-violence developed by Tohu and Te Whiri offering a path out of the New Zealand Land Wars.

Like many regions across Aotearoa

Spokesperson Wharehoka Wano (Taranaki) said to describe the approach, organisers instead took Te Puutake o te Riri, and changed it to Te Puutake o te Maungaarongo.

This was featured as part of the poi used in the haka poowhiri. "Te Whiti and Tohu used the poi as a way of passing our messages over in terms of peaceful intent but being very firm on the government in resisting anything around alienation of our lands. So that’s what the poi was about, moving from that riri, that anger, to a peaceful protest that is still firm." he said. Two of the girls who were among others responsible for the provenance of the cause and kaupapa were in attendance. Both Leah Bell (Ngaati Paakehaa) and Taitariki Jones (Ngaati Maniapoto) were

among the two students who petitioned the government to hold a national day to reflect our nation’s history. On reflection they were overwhelmed by the sheer experience and the opportunity to learn more about the country’s history. “I guess this was only something that we could have only dreamed of,” said Leah Bell. “The very first point of call for us, was having a koorero between people about our history and this is the epitome [the event] of this. We are very honoured to be here and honoured we could strike the match for this.”

“Coming on with the poowhiri was one of the proudest moments of my life,” said Taitariki. “I was overwhelmed with emotion and pride. It is settling to my wairua to see something that we have supported to initiate that will benefit all of our country and all of our people to help bridge the gap between Maaori and non-Maaori.” Tainui waka picked up the mauri of Te Puutake o te Riri, He Raa Maumahara to be held on 28 October 2020 enabling the chance to host and share our Tainui waka narratives and stories with the motu through the national event open to both Maaori and non-Maaori.

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Te Mana Me Te Mauri O Te Awa KAITUHITUHI

Te Tumu Whakarae Donna Flavell

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Te Rawhitiroa Bosch

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The Waikato River is our tupuna. It has long been a source of strength for our people, it has been a place where we cleanse our wairua and provided sustenance over many centuries for our people. We have continued to maintain our strong and intrinsic relationship with our Awa Tupuna.

As captured in the words of our kaumaatua above, the Waikato River is a living ancestor to our people, and the concept of an ancestor river is central to our belief. The river is a representation of the tribe’s spiritual authority and power, and it harbours the mauri ora (life-force) of Waikato.

“The Waikato River is a living ancestor. It is part of us. Our river, symbolises a Tupuna, it is the name from which our tribe derives its identity and the issues that affect our river ultimately affects the tribe and its people”

Within this relationship existed mana whakahaere (exercise of rights and responsibilities) to support Mana o te Awa (which focuses on protecting the health and wellbeing of the river and all its resources). The responsibility to protect and care for our tupuna has been a legacy that has been handed down from generation to generation.

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Te Tira Hoe o Waikato was in many instances one of the most impactful events on our tribal calendar for 2019. In this article our CEO Donna Flavell shares her heart behind the vision for this kaupapa and some of our tribal members share their experiences also.

– Naa Pumi Taituha

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“Noo taatou te awa. Noo te awa taatou. E kore e taea te wehe te iwi o Waikato me te awa. He taonga tuku iho naa ngaa tuupuna. E whakapono ana maatou ko taa maatou, he tiaki i taua taonga moo ngaa uri whakatupu.” – Sir Robert Te Kotahi Mahuta The river belongs to us just as we belong to the river. The Waikato tribe and the river are inseparable. It is a gift left to us by our ancestors and we believe we have a duty to protect that gift for future generations. As Tumu Whakarae at Waikato-Tainui it is important for me that we create opportunities and initiatives to share our knowledge and remind ourselves about the importance of our awa to our people, the responsibilities we have as an iwi and to push ourselves to continue to find ways to maintain and strengthen our own relationships with our awa.

There is no better way to do this, than through Te Tira Hoe o Waikato. It is important that all our tribal members, our kaitiaki of our awa, have an opportunity to explore our history and develop a deeper relationship with our tupuna awa. On this journey, our tribal members discovered a lot of new learnings and travelled quite a distance to the origin of our tupuna. They took in the views of a number of waahi tapu (sacred sites); visited areas connected with other iwi along our awa; learnt things like waiata and karakia, about river plants, birds and fish; participated in challenges and activities; and they gained an insight into the Waikato River Settlement. From the feedback gleaned I know many of our whaanau enjoyed this experience immensely and that lives were changed through this experience. This kaupapa has strengthened whaanau relationships and brought marae closer together, that’s what it’s all about. On the waka, we all had our part to do. My hope is now, that those who experienced Te Tira Hoe would become the staunchest of advocates in caring for our awa and fighting for the rights of our taonga tupuna.

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“It was life-changing, whakawhanaungatanga, inspiring. I see the awa differently now. I have a better understanding and appreciation for our taonga.”

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– Steve

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“Kotahitanga, whakawhanaungatanga, tuakiri!” – Hiko

“My flow and fluidity of thought is different now, the Te Tira journey has taught me to move like the awa.”

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– Lisa

"He kaupapa tino miiharo teenei! Naa too maaua hononga ki te awa o Waikato i raro i te korowai o te manaaki, i ora ai maaua." – Nikki/Huri

“This was an awakening of the soul. I was honoured to be part of this kaupapa and felt such a deep connection with the awa.”

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– Leah

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“Now I know what it means to be Tainui.”

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– Bonzo

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Te Huinga Taniwha

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The inaugural Te Huinga Taniwha Mana Whenua Waananga was held on the 18th of November at the Hopuhopu chambers and surrounding area. 250 tribal members registered for this new kaupapa delivered under the TORO (Tikanga Ora, Reo Ora) initiative led by Jason Kereopa. The kaupapa consisted of five waananga groups: Kiingitanga (looking at Tongikura is Kotahitanga), Rangiriri (Te Pae o te Riri), Ngaati Hauaa (Tumuakitanga), Mahuta ki Uta, Mahuta ki Tai: Mahuta ki Uta, Mahuta ki Tai and Te Kei o te Waka (Kia Tuupato ki te Remu o taku Kahu)

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Tuuhookairangi is one of the stones that Taawhaki brought back with the three kete of knowledge, representing future knowledge acquisition. Knowledge and maatauranga are embedded as key components of education for WaikatoTainui as seen in our Education Plan ‘Ko te Mana Maatauranga’. This strategy gathers together the dreams and aspirations, ngaa tuumanako me ngaa moemoeaa, of today. It is a strategy that creates opportunities for our young ones to stand strong with a sense of pride in their unique heritage, to fully appreciate the gift of their reo and tikanga, and to embrace learning as a foundation to fulfil their personal aims and objectives. Tuuhookairangi is about celebrating success of our tribal members, their whaanau and marae who are excelling in what it means to be Waikato, to be Tainui.

From our rangatahi who are excelling in our communities and schools, to those tribal members who are following a pathway in Earn while you learn initiatives such as apprenticeships, in the areas of leadership, pathway readiness, reo and maatauranga and tribal connectedness. It was another amazing year in 2019 celebrating our Waikato-Tainui tribal members for Tuuhookairangi Awards. Rangatahi across the motu were acknowledged for their leadership in te Reo and tikanga, education and career pathways programmes. We were fortunate to listen to the many accomplishments and aspirations our rangatahi bring to their whaanau, marae, kura, hapuu and iwi. Four new awards were included in this year’s Tuuhookairangi awards evening to acknowledge and support the tribes

aspirations to encourage our rangatahi onto a STEM pathway at an early age. The educational STEM awards in partnership Squiggles: Young Engineers, Nikora Ngaropo Young Animators, The House of Science (Central Waikato) and Code Avenger awards included rangatahi age groups from kura tuatahi (primary schools) and kura tuarua (secondary schools). Manawa Hakaraia Irwin and TorerenuiA-Rua Wilson, Ehetere Gillett, Kiimai Hireme, Hamiora Renata, Kacey Puhirawaho Ngaataki, Jesse Kerei, Ngahu Potaka, Takimoana Sikisini, Rapana Rippey, Paaora Diamond, Kiana-Marino Morris and Topa Te Rangi Anthoney James Lees were all honoured with awards on the evening for their leadership.

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Te Ahurei o Rangiriri Paa Never before has there been a festival held on the whenua that is Rangiriri Paa - Te Ahurei o Rangiriri Paa was an amazing day with Ngaawai Hono i te Poo Paki and Te Oko Horoi Totorewa holding down the stage as phenomenal MCs.

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On the 17th of November 2019 the very first festival to be held to commemorate the British invasion that occurred there in 1863. The festival orchestrated by Brad Totorewa (Te Toki a Te Kiingi) was described as â&#x20AC;&#x153;a celebration of life,

inspired by those who lost their lives.â&#x20AC;? This event is an annual event worthy enough to be in every calendar of Ngaa uri o Waikato.

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If this is you circled, make contact at tehookioi@tainui.co.nz to claim your prize!

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Aspirations realised through true partnership

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Shared values and a commitment to meaningful engagement and collaboration are key factors in the confirmation of our latest multimillion-dollar property development. Tainui Group Holdings (TGH) announced in February 2020 that it has signed an agreement with the Accident Compensation Corporation (ACC) to build a new four-storey office complex in Hamilton. Chris Joblin, TGH Chief Executive, said the agreement followed a competitive tender process by ACC that saw TGH selected as its preferred developer. “We’re excited ACC has recognised TGH and Waikato-Tainui as its development partner of choice. We want to develop an office building that is cost-effective, speaks to the shared values of both organisations, and is a great addition to our tribe’s commercial portfolio and to our city.” In 2014 Waikato-Tainui signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with ACC that established a partnership based on open communication and commitment to mahitahi. Rahui Papa was signatory to the MOU as the (then) Chairman of Te Arataura. “It is wonderful that some six years on the MOU has been reinvigorated,” he says. “It has been reborn in a 2020 context and is supportive of the notion that Waikato-Tainui and ACC could collaborate in a meaningful project that supports each other's aspirations.” The $50 million-plus development will bring together 650 ACC staff who are currently housed in three offices throughout the city. It will be located in the CBD on whenua that was returned to our iwi as part of our Raupatu settlement in 1995. The whenua, which is currently being used as a carpark, has not been sold and will remain in tribal ownership. Chris Joblin says the 8,500sqm complex will be leased to ACC for an initial 15 years with a further four rights of renewal of three years each. He says the inclusion of tribal representation in the building is an integral part of the design and the Waikato-Tainui culture and heritage team is already involved in the project.

“Hamilton is an important business hub for ACC’s operations nationally and the development will provide a modern, safe and accessible working environment for our people and customers.” The complex will be constructed to New Zealand’s current sustainability, seismic and environmentally-sound standards. It will meet a yearly minimum four-star standard under NABERSNZ, the system for rating the energy efficiency of office buildings and will have multiple charging stations for electric vehicles, including cars, bikes and scooters. Construction is expected to start in October.

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ACC Chief Executive, Scott Pickering, says ACC is pleased to partner with the company to bring the building to life.

Rahui Papa says, “The aspiration in 2014 was to create a relationship that would see a win-win outcome; a true partnership. And for situations like this I always go to the tongi of King Koroki: ‘Mehemea he mahi pai moo te tangata, mahia!' If it is good for the people, get on and do it.”

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Taawhia te Ao KAITUHITUHI:

Hohaia Rev. Agnes Hine Waka Karekare (Taupiri Anglican Church) and Jade Hohaia

Tongikura: “Kotahi te koohao o te ngira e kuhuna ai te miro maa, te miro pango, te miro whero. I muri, kia mau ki te aroha, ki te ture, ki te whakapono.” “Through the eye of the needle pass the white threads, the black threads, and the red threads. Afterwards, looking to the past as you progress, hold firmly to your love, the law, and your faith.”

Karaipiture:

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“...a man ran up to him and fell on his knees before him. “Good teacher,” he asked, “what must I do to inherit eternal life?” “Why do you call me good?” Jesus answered. “No one is good—except God alone. You know the commandments: ‘You shall not murder, you shall not commit adultery, you shall not steal, you shall not give false testimony, you shall not defraud, honour your father and mother.” “Teacher,” he declared, “all these I have kept since I was a boy.” Jesus looked at him and loved him. “One thing you lack,” he said. “Go, sell everything you have and give to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven. Then come, follow me.” At this the man’s face fell. He went away sad, because he had great wealth.

Jesus looked around and said to his disciples, “How hard it is for the rich to enter the kingdom of God!” The disciples were amazed at his words. But Jesus said again, “Children, how hard it is to enter the kingdom of God! It is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle than for someone who is rich to enter the kingdom of God.” Mark 10:17 - 23

Piripono: Greed is an insidious and insatiable evil. It can grip a person’s heart causing the soul to exist in a perpetual state of dissatisfaction – always wanting more. This karaipiture talks about wealth, but people can also be greedy for land and power, as was the case with raupatu in the Waikato and in Rangiaowhia. For over 20 years, Rangiaowhia was a fully self-sustainable innovative and fruitful business and papakaainga settlement. From 1841 it was the site of a very organic move of te Wairua Tapu bringing hundreds of Maaori and some Paakehaa whaanau together, until the attack of waahine, koroua and tamariki of Ngaati Hinetuu and Ngaati Apakura on the morning of the 21st of February. So, where is God in all of this chaos, mamae, loss of land, livelihood and connection?

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The greedy have had streets named after them in honour of their destructive appetites and land titles now lay in the hands of descendants of the soldiers that plundered and slaughtered the innocents – where is God in all of this? The bible says, we are not forgotten by God who sees all. The bible says, He is acquainted with all of our suffering. We know that evil will not forever prosper because justice and righteousness is the foundation of His throne. God is the Great Reedemer, He will restore the years that the locusts (the spirit of destruction) have eaten. He will heal the broken hearted and we will see the goodness of the Lord in the land of the living. Love never fails.

Inoi: Ko koe, e te Atua tapu, te tino Atua, noou te mana, te ihi te wehi. Noou te ao, te mauri, te ora. Naau te katoa, I te rangi, I te whenua. Ko koe tonu te Atua.

Photos taken on the 24th of Nov 2019 at Te Whare Karakia a Paora Tapu – Rangiaowhia (Anglican Service) held by Rev. Cruz Karauti – Fox

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Ngaa Kiinaki Soundbites by Jason Ake

WAIKATO UNIVERSITY CONSTRUCTING A BRAND NEW COMPLEX

The Paa

In February 2022 our tribal members attending Waikato University will have access to a brand new paa which will include a university marae, a community reception, student hub, a conference space for 800 people, kai shops and faculty space for Te Pua Wānanga - the faculty of Māori and Indigenous Studies. On the 17th of October the Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern, and Te Puhi Ariki Ngawai hono i te po Paki, both alumni of the university, were present for the turning of the soil to hail in the commencement of the building project. The ceremony was guided by leaders of Waikato-Tainui and the Kiingitanga including the Kaumaatua for the university – Taki Turner and included the embedding of a whatu, a mauri stone, which symbolises the beating heart of the new university wharenui and the broader complex of The Paa.

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TE KAAHU SYMPOSIUM

Inspiring our people to greatness Te Kaahu Symposium – “He aha te mea nui o te ao? He tangata. He tangata. He tangata!” The college held its inaugural Te Kaahu Symposia last night. We were privileged to hear some koorero/whakaaro from Waikato-Tainui tribal members about well-being. A few key ideas discussed throughout the night around improving the well-being of our iwi/indigenous people(s) was leadership; collaboration and mana motuhake. A big mihi to Dr Mike Ross, Heremaia Samson, Dr Kahu McClintock and Dr Jordon Waiti for sharing your whakaaro around the well-being for Waikato-Tainui and indigenous people. For more information about the Te Kaahu Symposium please contact nicola.panapa@waikatotainui.ac.nz.

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PARA KORE

Taking small steps by Ngatiriti Eparaima-Hautapu

“This really is the beginning of our Para Kore journey, and it will be an ongoing, ever-evolving one for our staff as we learn to better understand our role as kaitiaki of our taiao.” said Ngatiriti Eparaima-Hautapu, who is leading the Para Kore initiative on behalf of the organisation. “We want to encourage each other as peers, to think and be accountable for what we do in our day-to-day office lives. Making Para Kore the norm and not the exception will be a challenge, but we know our teams are definitely up for it.”

In addition to the changes that have been implemented, staff were fortunate to have Tamoko and Waimirirangi Ormsby facilitate workshops. Founders of the Pipiri ki a Papatuuaanuku initiative and champions of promoting earth-conscious behaviours, their session included an overview of basic introductory principles to being better kaitiaki and unpacking common misunderstandings about recycling. In November, Para Kore staff champions also visited the Whaaingaroa Xtreme Zero Waste centre, where they were given a tour of the facilities by well-known Para Kore advocate Jaqui Forbes. “We certainly want to explore more opportunities to partner with experts like this. We also want to look at our marae and tribal members; no doubt there are whaanau who have been driving this kaupapa for many years, so we are keen to see what we can learn from them as well.” Ngati said.

Top: Kaimai from Waikato-Tainui on their Para Kore transformation mission Left: a group photo from the Pipiri ki a Papatuuaanuku workshops with Tamoko and Waimirirangi Ormsby. Pipiri Ki A Papatūānuku is about encouraging small actions taken for one month to help lighten our collective footprint on the environment #PKPThatsMe.

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As an organisation, Waikato-Tainui staff have identified the need to role model the values of being better kaitiaki of our taiao, and in October, took steps to address our recycling and waste management practices. The changes included removing all rubbish bins from offices, installing new general waste, paper and plastic recycling stations to a centralised space, and providing free workshops to help support staff in their learning.

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DR NGAPARE HOPA AND TE MAATANGA DOCTORAL NETWORK CELEBRATED On the 20th of December the Waikato-Tainui College for Research and Development celebrated the Te Maatanga Doctoral Network, acknowledging the achievements of our Waikato-Tainui whaanau who have completed their Doctoral Degree, and those like the Waikato based cohort of professional doctoral students who are at the very beginning stages of this journey. The key speaker of the evening was Dr Ngapare Hopa who graduated with a D.Phil in 1977, becoming the first Maaori woman to earn the degree Doctor of Philosophy (Oxford). Tipa Mahuta and Shane Solomon shared insights and personal anecdotes of the late Sir Robert Te Kotahi Mahuta and his vision of the college. There was also acknowledgment made to the foresight of the Tainui Maaori Trust Board for the investment made into iwi education.

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The Te Maatanga Doctoral Network represents Mana Motuhake, connection, collaboration, acknowledgement and celebration and holds a membership of 46 Waikato-Tainui doctoral degree holders across multiple disciplines throughout New Zealand.

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Inspiring our people to greatness

E 2168 ngaa reihi. E 3850 ngaa kaihoe noo ngaa karapu e 68, huri noa i te motu i toopuu mai ki te puutake o Maungatautari, ki Karaapiro moo te toru ngahuru maa tahi o ngaa whakataetae aa-motu, moo Te Wānanga o Aotearoa National Waka Ama Sprint Championships. Waka ama continues to bring in more paddlers each year and the event attracts more supporters each year too. This year’s prestigious annual competition stands in stark difference

in size and participation compared to the inaugural Waka Ama Sprint Nationals which were held in 1990 at Lake Karaapiro where only seventeen clubs were involved. What has stayed the same since then though is the celebratory atmosphere, the sense of whakawhanaungatanga, kotahitanga and a fierce spirit of competition! As always, it’s a joy for Waikato-Tainui to be present for the corporate races too!

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Pictured here are tribal members involved in a cultural project funded by Waikato-Tainui - Te Haerenga ki Runga i te Awa o Waikato, designed and facilitated by Whaea Mamae Takerei. For more info about funding for cultural projects please call: 0800 Tainui

NEW YEAR’S HONOURS AWARDS

For two Te Kaokaoroa o Paatetere recipients

The dream of owning a home for some tribal members is almost about to become a reality with the building of a new housing project in Hamilton City nearing the end of completion. The $11 milion Te Kaarearea Housing Partnership with Housing New Zealand will mean home ownership for 50 of our tribal members. “…the teachings of Taawhiao to build a home will soon be a reality…for us it’s all about supporting our people.” CEO Donna Flavell

Not only have our tribal members gone through the process of signing on for these homes, but they have also attended workshops around financial literacy and home ownership in order to get the most out of their homeownership experience. More than 700 tribal members came to the housing workshops. Te Hookioi hopes to follow the families into their new homes and to capture their experiences and learnings to share with others. For more information about Te Kaarearea please email: mata. turner@waikatotainui.co.nz

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TE KAAREAREA

Eleven million dollar dream!

The last week in December 2019 was an exceptional week for Lehi Hohaia who not only took out the Men’s Doubles title at the Aoteroa Maaori Tennis Championships (which was opened by Kiingi Tuheitia) but he was also amongst the list of those honoured on New Year’s Eve with a Queen’s Service Medal for his extensive work with Police over a 40 year span and in the gang and methamphetamine space.

Honey Hireme, also from Te Kaokaoroa o Paatetere was honoured for her services to Rugby League. Ngaa mihi nui ki a koorua! Me he manawa tiitii, me toohona hirika!

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TE ARA WAI JOURNEYS

A self-guided tour of Culturally Significant Sites Stories silenced until now will finally be heard with the launch of Te Ara Wai Journeys, a unique self-guided tour of culturally significant sites in Waipaa, including battle sites. Those narratives include stories of the New Zealand Land Wars told by those with direct links to the bloody battles. Other story tellers include historians, writers, military experts, archaeologists and more. In total 169 stories have been shared, all bite sized, accessible to anyone, and available in English and Te Reo Maaori. At an official launch on the 6th of December, Minister of Māori Development Hon Nanaia Mahuta said Te Ara Wai, (meaning the pathway to water), was an apt name.

Tribal members Te Ara Wai Committee Chair Lee Ann Muntz and Waipaa Council Cultural Consultant Shane Te Ruki have been instrumental in this project.

After engaging with the community to gain its support, Waipaa District Council signed off a proposal to build Te Ara Wai, a purpose-built museum and discovery centre that will provide a modern and inclusive space with a strong focus on Waipaa stories, including the New Zealand Land Wars. It has committed $7 million to the project. Council also confirmed it would invest an additional $3.6 million over 10 years in Waipaa's significant cultural and ecological sites, including New Zealand Land Wars sites, so they can become visitor attractions and boost the district’s economy. Take the Te Ara Wai Journeys mobile tour at www.tearawai.nz.

“When we think about some of the stories of the battle sites throughout the area, the tears that were shed because of the loss of life and the conflict that occurred, the tears of pain, but also the tears of reconciliation, Te Ara Wai is such an important metaphor to hold onto. Te Ara Wai used to be the highway because rivers link mountains to oceans, connecting stories between Hamilton, Waipaa, and then going through into Tuuwharetoa, is about sharing our landmarks, our stories and our whakapapa connections.” Hon. Nanaia Mahuta

HE KAWENATA TAPU

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A signing of great significance In November 2019 Waikato-Tainui and Te Patupoo signed a Kawenata Tapu which acknowledges and respects the interests that both Te Patupoo and Waikato-Tainui hold in relation to our respective historical Treaty of Waitangi claims. The Kawenata will foster and advance opportunities to work together on our respective claims in accordance with the agreed tikanga. He mihi teenei ki ngaa poari manaaki o Te Patupoo Charles Haggie, Haydn Solomon, Pita Te Ngaru.

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HE PIKO HE TANIWHA

Cultural tours to realise the Tainui Waka Tourism Inc. (TWTI) vision “Sharing our stories with the world” are planned during the 2020 Waikato River Festival in March. These tours reflect the theme of the successful cultural tourism symposium, supported by Waikato Tainui last year, with a common focus on the Waikato River. Tribal members Te Ara Wai Committee Chair Lee Ann Muntz and Waipaa Council Cultural Consultant Shane Te Ruki have been instrumental in this project. Tours focused around the awa are planned in support of the Durham Street Food Market (Ngaaruawaahia), HAKA Maaori Cultural Experience (Kirikiriroa) and Maunga ki te Awa (Karaapiro) cultural tourism initiatives.

The aim is to grow overnight stays by international visitors to boost visitation to cultural tourism operators, sites of significance and tribally owned hotels in the region, with Kirikiriroa being a key anchor point. “Kirikiriroa offers the greatest capacity in terms of accommodation and hospitality options and manuwhiri need a place to sleep and eat as a prerequisite to staying the night” said TWTI Chairperson, Lee Ann Muntz.

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Realising the cultural tourism potential of the Waikato

Members of the Seminole Tribe of Florida (who recently opened a $2.16 billion hotel complex at their Hollywood Reservation in Florida) will be hosted by TWTI during the 2020 Waikato River Festival.

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Kimihia - Find the items Can you help Haami find the sport equipment for the Tainui Games? They're hidden throughout this magazine!

Patu Teenehi (Tennis raquet), Whutupooro Paa (Touch Rugby ball), Poituukohu (Basketball), Kaari (Playing cards), Patu Poi Koopiko (Table Tennis Bat), Huu Whiikoi (Walking Shoes), Taputapu Whai Kiingi (Chess piece), Poitarawhiti (Netball), Tuku Pere (Crossbow), Hoe (Paddle).

Mystery Photo What do you think the item on the left could be? CLUE: Tainui Games related. Answer: on page 58

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TE PUNA PAKIHI

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An Exclusive Business Directory for Tribal Members Online

Waikato-Tainui tribal members who own a business are being encouraged to promote their services in the tribe’s new and exclusive business directory. Puna Pakihi is an online e-directory that features businesses owned by our tribal members. Launched in December, it will be used to promote their businesses to tribal networks and as a tool for everyone to find and purchase products and services. “We want to support more of our whaanau and marae in businesses because we know it creates independence and enables mana motuhake. It’s our desire to see Puna Pakihi serve as one of many tools that

will benefit their businesses,” said Trina Pohatu-McQueen, Whanake Project Advisor. The directory will be uploaded to the tribal website, promoted across our social media platforms and published in PDF format so it can be easily circulated. “At the initial launch we had 43 tribal businesses listed in Puna Pakihi. We now have 82 businesses in the directory, and we know it will continue to grow as more people access and use it,” added Trina. Tribal members wanting to register their business in Puna Pakihi can do this online or by contacting 0800 TAINUI.

G R A N TS A N D S C H O L A R S H I P S

Investing in our People care to our kaumaatua and tamariki. For OPSM and Triton – this opens up a whole new world and insights to iwi taketake – our world view. Keep an eye out for more information coming to our tribal members shortly about how you can access the eye care and hearing support services that you deserve! For more information contact: aawhina@tainui.co.nz

Clockwise from top left: OPSM assisting with eye care assessments at Bernard Fergusson, above, Waikato-Tainui CE Donna Flavell standing with James Melton from OPSM and GM for Triton Ben Mayson. Below – Kaumaatua attending the tribal partnership launch, Linda and Sonny Herangi.

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November the 7th 2019 was a landmark occasion as we launched the OPSM Waikato-Tainui Triton partnership. This will enable our tribal members to access better and more costeffective services, and to help those delivering the services to be more culturally responsive to the needs of our tribe. For Waikato-Tainui, this enables us to provide better ear and eye

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A Multi-Generational Heart to Serve the Kiingitanga A Koorero from the Tumuaki

I am the seventh generation down from Wiremu Tamehana, but I’m the ninth Kingmaker. My father was Andrew Wiripoai was the son of Wiripoai, who was the son of Tarapiipipi, the son of Tupu Taingaakawa, the son of Wiremu Tamehana, the son of Te Waharoa and Rangi Te Wiwini of Ngaati Hauaa.

“…and when I put the bible on his head, that’s where my heart goes too.” – Te Tumuaki

Before the King, I served the Queen for six years in her reign and it was during her reign that I really learned the role of Tumuaki. The first time

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My tupuna Wiremu Tamehana instituted that we (as Ngaati Hauaa) would look after the Kiingitanga and everything it stands for, we look after that and that means looking after the King.

To look after the Kiingitanga we must look after the King. It’s not one or the other, it’s both.

The Royal delegation in Tonga (the Tumuaki’s first international service abroad with the Queen) from left to right: Tumuaki Anaru Thompson, Sonny Karena, Whatumoana Paki, Heeni Katipa, The Queen - Te Atairangikaahu, Hine LoveThompson and whaea Ata Poutapu.

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I walked out of the door and my aunty was waiting for me. She said, “I told you not to go in there!” I said, "But the Queen asked for me!" My aunty just said, “Are you sure?” The next day I went in again and my aunty's eyes followed me everywhere. But that was the beginning.

The kuia always kept an eye on me and made sure I was sitting in the right place. They looked after me because I was just a novice in the role of Tumuaki. Lady Raiha would steer me in the right direction, Whaea Norma, Ngahinaturae and Iti Rawiri also. The Queen’s leadership style was very soft - she took advice from people, she never pushed them away. Her kaumaatua protected and supported her greatly; she was looked after by her toki also: John Haunui, Tui Adams, Koro Wetere, Te Ao Peehi Kara. All of them were great men. I remember my first international trip with the Queen with great fondness. Hine came along with me to Tonga, which was lovely. As I’ve supported the Kiingitanga, so too, my wife has been a great support to me. I met my wife when I was 13 years of age, we married when I was 19 and we’ve been married for 51 years.

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I met the Queen I was sitting outside on the paepae at Tuurangawaewae and Tame Pokaia came outside and said, “Te Arikinui would like to see you.” I replied, “My aunty said I’m not allowed to go inside the house.” Tame went away and came back and said, “Te Arikinui has asked for your presence.” So, I walked towards the house past my aunty. My aunty looked at me, but I kept walking. I went inside the house and I sat down beside her and I was shaking, absolutely shaking. Te Arikinui began talking to me. I just remember being so nervous. I remember she was talking to me and trying to calm me down and in the end she just said, “I’ll see you in the morning Anaru.”