Te Hookioi Issue 58

20 Years of Development Maaku Ano E Hanga Tooku Nei Whare Kotahitanga!

Whanaungatanga!

Waikatotanga!

Te Kookoo Manu

Waikato-Tainui Games 20-21 February 2016

Ko Wai

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Our tribal organisation Waikato-Tainui is made up of four entities – the Waikato Raupatu Lands Trust, the Waikato Raupatu River Trust, the Waikato-Tainui College for Research and Development and Tainui Group Holdings.

Each of our entities aid in building the capacity of our iwi, hapuu, marae and tribal members through the development and implementation of initiatives which aim to improve iwi outcomes in the areas of education and training, employment, tribal preservation, marae development, health and well-being, environmental and resource management, and commercial growth and investments.

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05 | 20 Years of Development

This year, as we mark the 20th anniversary of

our raupatu settlement, we have the opportunity

to reflect on the benefits the settlement has

brought and the progress made in tribal development.

07 | Maaku Anoo E Hanga Tooku Nei Whare

Taking ownership for their family’s mana

motuhake is the motivation behind the Ranga and Bidois whaanau project to establish a papa kainga in Ngaaruawaahia.

11 | Dame Te Atairangikaahu Scholarship Awards 13 | Commemorating 20 Years of Raupatu Settlement 16 | Kotahitanga! Whanaungatanga!

Waikatotanga!

Marae pride will be on display as thousands get set to gather for the Waikato-Tainui Games being held over three weekends in early 2016.

17 | Waikato-Tainui Puts Iwi Lens on Child Youth

& Family Process 18 | Marae keen on Environmental Restoration

A conservation initiative that aims to promote and enhance environmental restoration is gaining momentum amongst Waikato-Tainui marae.

20 | Te Pae Haumako 21 | Governance Review a New Way Forward 22 | Te Kookoo Manu 25 | Hoomai Te Raa

TRIBAL REGISTER

Are you and your whaanau registered on the Waikato-Tainui tribal register? Registering with us is now made easier as it can all be done online at waikatotainui.com. But if you prefer to fill out hard-copy registration forms then these can be downloaded from our website or give us a call and we will send out an updated registration form to you.

Please note: Waikato-Tainui tribal registration forms have been updated and only these forms are accepted for processing by our Registrations Team.

If you have any queries about tribal registrations call us on 0800 TAINUI (within NZ) or +64 7 858 0430.

OPPORTUNITY TO BUY CROWN PROPERTY Waikato-Tainui receives Right of First Refusal (RFR) on crown property as part of the 1995 Waikato Raupatu Settlement.

These properties are commonly houses from Housing New Zealand. If you would like to receive notifications of houses that become available go to waikatotainui.com/housing and sign up to our email subscription.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Waikato-Tainui has a dedicated website for employment and training opportunities that aim to support and further the career development of our people.

Check out the latest opportunities at waikatotainuicareers.com

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This year, as we mark the 20th anniversary of our raupatu settlement, we have the opportunity to reflect on the benefits the settlement has brought and the progress made in tribal development.

As the first tribe to settle its Treaty of Waitangi claim we took responsibility to be trailblazers for those who would follow.

The process of negotiation, terms of our settlement, spirit within which the settlement was reached, and partnership forged with the New Zealand Government are the legacy Waikato-Tainui is privileged to have led and left.

Now, two decades later, we can demonstrate to all – and especially to our tuupuna – that the dreams they had for our iwi are being fulfilled. We may have been a greenfield proposition 20 years ago with no template to follow, we may have encountered many challenges, and there may still be much more work to do, but we are on a pathway that has brought and will undoubtedly continue to bring success.

On page 13 we show you a timeline of key events and the developments we have made over the years. These developments are the result of tireless work by former and current leaders, management and staff who gave generously of their time, skills and commitment to driving positive change.

It is also a tribute to our members especially our kaumaatua, who grasped the opportunities presented to build positive lives.

The settlement inspired a new confidence and gave us the tools to create an innovative and sustainable future. In 2015 we stand proudly as a people who faced down the wrongs of the past, sought justice and resolution, and emerged resilient and determined to go on and build a prosperous future

Ki te kotahi te kaakaho ka whati, ki te kaapuia, e kore e whati.

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Thinking about buying a home?

We will be running a series of Home Ownership Workshops that will help get you started by taking you step-by-step through the home-buying process.

Workshops will cover: • Goal Setting – starting the journey • Looking at the market • Dealing with banks/mortgage brokers • Getting ready to purchase • Making an offer • Settlement – moving In • Further pathways options through Waikato-Tainui • Good with Money Home Ownership Workshops February Wednesday 10 Pukekohe

Saturday 13 Manurewa March Wednesday 16 Hamilton

Saturday 19 Hamilton April Wednesday 13 Manurewa

Saturday 16 Pukekohe May Wednesday 18 Hamilton

Saturday 21 Hamilton Good with Money Workshops February Tuesday 9 Pukekohe

Thursday 11 Manurewa March Tuesday 15 Hamilton

Thursday 17 Hamilton April Tuesday 12 Manurewa

Thursday 14 Pukekohe May Tuesday 17 Hamilton

Thursday 19 Hamilton

ENROL NOW!

Taking ownership for their family’s mana motuhake is the motivation behind the Ranga and Bidois whaanau project to establish a papa kainga in Ngaaruawaahia.

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or Poppy Ranga, a mother and grandmother, establishing a papa kainga is their whaanau approach to succession planning. “As a whaanau, our dreams and aspirations involve passing on knowledge from one generation to the next, such as whakapapa, Te Reo Maaori and that, and so we felt that we could achieve these things under the umbrella of housing.”

Son Trevor, the whaanau lead on the project, says, “It was more than building or getting our own house, it was about future proofing so for our whaanau, it’s about a holistic way of living.”

Their papa kainga project began in 2012 and involved building three custom-built houses on 2.5 acres of land jointly owned by each whaanau through Whaanau Ora support and successful funding from Te Puni Kokiri.

The Ngaati Mahuta whaanau first became aware of the Whaanau Ora initiative after a chance meeting with staff from Te Runanga o Kirikiriroa. Poppy says the runanga gave them an overview of Whaanau Ora and encouraged them to submit an application for funding.

“We applied and were successful,” says Poppy. “Since then we’ve had an ongoing relationship with the runanga. They’ve been very supportive along the way as our mentor and our advocate, and we’re still with them now so we’re truly grateful for their tautoko and awhi.”

Among the attributes needed for their papa kainga project to be successful was to have a detailed plan that could be easily understood by funders explains Trevor. “We mapped out our strategic plan which included our goals and objectives, the design concept, the implementation phase and asset management plan – the whole lot.”

Trevor says, “We also put down our own milestones so everyone who was involved in our journey could see where we were going and how we were going to do it.” He points out that transparency, effective communication, proper planning and being open and honest with everyone involved in the project was vital.

Funding from the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment, as part of a wider investment by the government’s Social Housing Fund, paid for the infrastructure and build while the whaanau also contributed with labour and a bank loan.

For the Ranga and Bidois whaanau, establishing a papa kainga with separate living quarters is a perfect fit for their

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“As a whaanau, our dreams and aspirations involve passing on knowledge from one generation to the next, such as whakapapa, Te Reo Maaori and that, and so we felt that we could achieve these things under the umbrella of housing” whaanau lifestyle. “Each house has been built with families of five plus in mind and are all multifunctional and future proofed in terms of being disability and user-friendly, low maintenance, healthy, dry and warm,” says Trevor, a father of four.

Reflecting on their journey, the whaanau are now keen to share their experiences with others who are looking at establishing their own papa kainga. “We wanted to be involved in as much of the process as possible because we wanted to know what it was like,” explains Poppy. “It’s more meaningful for us being able to share our experiences with whaanau.”

Trevor says, “One good thing that came out of this whole experience is that we know how to utilise resources and allocate them properly so we’re now being used as a referral group for whaanau so they can see how we’ve done things.”

However, he’s quick to point out that their approach is only one way of doing things. “Whaanau can learn from our

experiences and use it to help them develop their own plan and align it to their whaanau goals and aspirations.”

The Ranga-Bidois whaanau papa kainga was officially opened in October by Maaori Development Minister Te Ururoa Flavell to coincide with the launch of the Maaori Housing Network.

With a budget of more than $14 million a year, the network is set up under Te Puni Kokiri to support Maaori-led housing initiatives that develop greater Maaori capability in the sector.

At the opening, Te Ururoa described the Ranga-Bidois papa kainga project as a great example of how whaanau can future plan for housing needs. “While the Ranga-Bidois whaanau have created these homes, they have also created another invaluable asset of long-term value – a rich base of skills and experience in the planning, funding and implementation of papa kainga housing development.”

Both Poppy and Trevor say the skills they’ve gained will be used to facilitate future projects and help others to establish papa kainga.

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A desire to contribute to good outcomes for Maaori and the environment is common amongst this year’s recipients of the Waikato Regional Council and Waikato-Tainui Dame Te Atairangikaahu Scholarships.

The announcement of the scholarships was made in November at the Waikato-Tainui College for Research and Development by Heeni Katipa (nee Paki), the eldest daughter of Dame Te Atairangikaahu.

A $4000 scholarship was awarded to fourth-year Te Reo Maaori and education student Lamoni Tawha of Aramiro Marae. Lamoni is planning to do a masters degree and work as a teacher.

Te Amorangi Heremaia-Flavell of Turangawaewae Marae was awarded $1000 in the first and second year studies categories.

Te Amorangi plans to be involved with the environment and the protection of iwi interests in natural resources.

Other recipients include science student Tekiteora Rolleston-Gabel (Ngai Tuuhoe, Ngaati Kahu and Ngai Te Rangi); psychology student Sarah Hutana-Te Aho (Ngaati Kahungunu); and, law and Te Reo student Georgia Woodward (Ngaati Kahungunu ki Waiarapa).

The Waikato Regional Council and Waikato-Tainui Dame Te Atairangikaahu Scholarships were established in 1991 to mark the 25th anniversary of the accession of Te Arikinui, Dame Te Atairangikaahu, and to pay tribute to her leadership and support of higher education of Maaori in the Waikato region and studying at the University of Waikato.

Te Arataura Chairman, Rahui Papa, applauds the regional council and recipients on this fantastic milestone.

“This scholarship is aimed at fostering leadership and prioritising education to unlock the potential of our people.

For Te Arikinui it was about protecting the environment while supporting our young people to build prosperous lives and participate at all levels of society. She would be very proud of these recipients,” says Rahui.

Chair of Waikato Regional Council Paula Southgate says, “We’re very pleased to be part of these scholarships supporting the success of Maaori students in our region, particularly in the context of our river co-management relationship with Waikato-Tainui and other iwi.”

Photo: Heeni Katipa with scholarship recipient Te Amorangi Heremaia-Flavell.

Source: Waikato Regional Council.

Waikato-Tainui and the New Zealand Transport Agency have established an annual scholarship for registered Waikato-Tainui tribal members undertaking undergraduate or postgraduate archaeology study at either the University of Auckland or the University of Otago.

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Supporting Education

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Education Grants are available to registered tribal members pursuing higher education. Applications open 1 December 2015 and close 29 February 2016.

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1884 1863 Invasion of the Waikato – July to December. New Zealand Settlements Act. Government confiscated 1,202,172 acres. Later 314,364 acres were returned to kuupapa natives

1839 Te Wherowhero signs the Declaration of Independence

1350

1858 Pootatau Te Wherowhero is crowned the first Maaori King

1865 Native Land Court established

1859

Tainui arrives in Aotearoa. Tainui people settle in Auckland, Hauraki, Waikato and the King Country

1840 The signing of the Treaty of Waitangi

The start of the land conflicts between Maaori and Government

1864

1835

1860

Declaration of Independence signed by 35 northern chiefs declaring Maaori sovereignty

Taawhiao Pootatau Te Wherowhero becomes the second Maaori King

Taawhiao leads deputation to England to petition Crown on the Raupatu claim.

Advised to petition New Zealand Parliament

Soldiers allotted sections taken from the confiscated lands which included a town acre and a farm section

1930 Rangatahi group established by Tumate Mahuta and Pei Te Hurinui Jones to negotiate with Government on Raupatu

1912 Kiingi Te Rata succeeds his father to become the fourth Maaori King

Kiingi Koroki anoint as fifth Maaori Kin

1867

1914

1928

Maaori Representation Bill created three Maaori seats in the North Island and one in the South

Te Rata leads deputation to England to petition Crown on the Raupatu claim, received same advice

Sim Royal Commission to review the Raupatu issue.

Commission found Raupatu to be “immoral, illegal and excessive”

1894 Kiingi Mahuta installed as the third Maaori King

1933

1936

Prime Minister S promises settle of 5,000 pou per year

1916 Government attempts military conscription in Waikato during World War I

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Tuurangawaewae hui – Prime Minister Fraser offers 6,000 1978 pound per year for Trust Board annuity 50 years, and 5,000 reassessed at $15,000 pounds thereafter per annum in perpetuity. Kiingi Koroki accepts offer but does not consider it as “full and final” settlement.

1984 Tainui Maaori Trust Board established to Te Hiikoi ki Waitangi administer payments.

Manukau Claim Hui Taumata

1999

Hopuhopu and Te Rapa returned

1946

The Tainui Maaori Trust Board is formally dissolved on April 30 and the first Te Kauhanganui meeting is held on 13 August

1987 Waitangi Tribunal receives Waikato-Tainui claim concerning lands confiscated, Waikato River bed, fisheries and harbours

1990 Opening of Raupatu hearings at Owae Marae, Waitara, Taranaki. Presentation to Waitangi Tribunal and Crown of Tainui claims

1994

1998

21 December the signing of the Heads of Agreement at Hopuhopu

The tribe votes that the successor of the Board will be called Te Kauhanganui

1983

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The Tainui Report released

1939

1975

World War II – Raupatu negotiations suspended

Waitangi Tribunal established

1985

1991

Waitangi Amendment Act allows Tribunal to recommend on claims back to 1840

Direct negotiations with National Government begin.

National Government agrees to return Hopuhopu Military Camp and reimburse Trust Board for costs of negotiations

1989

1966 Te Atairangikaahu succeeds her father to be the sixth monarch of the Kiingtanga

Tainui Coalcorp case taken to High Court and heard before Court of Appeal. Tainui receives unanimous decision in favour

Waikato River settlement historic, environment and legal research is completed for negotiations with the Government

2008 The Waikato-Tainui Deed of Settlement for the Waikato River is signed

1996

2006

2009

The Trust Board begins a two year consultation process with tribal members to find a suitable post-settlement governance structure

Kiingi Tuheitia is crowned

New Government seeks a review of the Deed and a subsequent Deed of Settlement is signed, including the Kiingitanga Accord to protect the integrity of the Settlement

1894 22 May the Deed of Settlement is signed at Tuurangawaewae Marae. To signify the event, the Crown returned to Tainui the taaonga, Te Korotangi. The settlement package totalled $170m, the majority of which is the value of returned confiscated lands (3%).

2010 The Waikato-Tainui Raupatu (Waikato River) Settlement Act receives the Royal Assent

16-17 January 2016 - Manu Bay, Raglan 14 February 2016 - Tuurangawaewae Marae, Ngaaruawaahia 20-21 February - Hopuhopu Sports & Tribal Complex, Hopuhopu

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Marae pride will be on display as thousands get set to gather for the Waikato-Tainui Games being held over three weekends in early 2016.

Held biennially, the Waikato-Tainui Games attracts an estimated 20,000 competitors and spectators, who turn out to show support for their marae and enhance the kaupapa of kotahitanga, whanaungatanga and Waikatotanga.

whaanau with disabilities. “We want to ensure whaanau of all ages and abilities can participate so there will be a dedicated Tamariki Taakaro Zone, which proved really popular last year, plus low impact activities like our hiikoi and inclusive games.

Games Coordinator, Heremaia Samson, says “The WaikatoTainui Games is one of the tribe’s largest and most popular events as it’s an opportunity for us to come together as one, catch up with friends and whaanau, and perhaps most importantly, it’s about celebrating who we are – Waikato iwi, Waikato hapuu, Waikato marae, Waikato tangata.”

“Whaanau, whanaungatanga, whakapapa, marae pride and celebrating being Waikato-Tainui as well as the fun, happiness and positive encouragement that our whaanau display are the consistent reasons we get from whaanau for why they’re always keen to participate in the Games.”

This year’s Games will continue to focus on the health and wellbeing of our people by remaining a smoke-free, alcoholfree, drug-free and gang-free event. “It’s well known that the health stats for Maaori is not good so there will be a big focus on hauora,” says Heremaia.

“The main reason for this approach is because we want to promote and encourage a healthier tribe, not only through being active but also through the kai and inu we consume.”

Heremaia says kai stalls will be restricted from selling unhealthy kai and drink and also encouraged to avoid selling kai high in sugar, salt and saturated fat.

“We don’t want to deter marae from having stalls because a lot of what our marae have sold in the past is still ok. They may only be required to make a few minor changes to their cooking methods or a tweak to their ingredients, but we’ve provided a resource that offers marae stalls healthier and alternative kai options which can also be downloaded from the tribe’s website.”

He says, “If we can contribute to the health and wellbeing of our people by encouraging healthy kai through our big iwi kaupapa like the Waikato-Tainui Games then hopefully we can help raise awareness and educate our whaanau to make and consume healthier kai choices.”

Already the 2016 Waikato-Tainui Games is gearing up to be an event not to be missed. It will feature the usual sports and activities as well as activities for tamariki, kaumaatua and

Heremaia says, “And it’s the same for those whaanau who don’t actively participate in any of the games, but attend to fulfil supporting roles such as ringawera, kaitautoko, team managers and marae coordinators which are all equally important roles to play.”

The 2016 Waikato-Tainui Games kick-off with surfing on Saturday 16 January 2016 at Manu Bay in Whaingaroa. To participate in any of the events and activities planned for the Waikato-Tainui Games 2016, tribal members are encouraged to register their interest via their marae.

For more info, go to waikatotainui.com/waikato-tainui-games-2016

EVENT DETAILS 16-17 January 2016 – Manu Bay, Raglan Surfing

14 February 2016 – Turangawaewae Marae, Ngaaruawaahia Waka Ama, Indoor Bowls, Tennis, Ki-o-Rahi and Chess 20-21 February – Hopuhopu Sports & Tribal Complex, Hopuhopu Touch Rugby, Basketball, Power Pulling, Netball, Table Tennis, Volleyball, Tamariki Taakaro Zone, Hiikoi and Inclusive Games

Nau mai, haere mai e te iwi!

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Mokopuna Ora – a joint initiative between Waikato-Tainui and Child, Youth & Family – aims to achieve two outcomes: educate and support whaanau to ensure our mokopuna remain in whaanau care; and, mokopuna who are in Child Youth & Family custody are placed back with whaanau.

Mokopuna Ora started in August with a six month pilot programme to assist 10 Waikato-Tainui whaanau who are involved with Child Youth & Family. It was identified that iwi support is required at that stage so an Iwi Support Adviser position was identified and introduced.

IWI SUPPORT ADVISER The tribe’s Iwi Support Adviser is Melissa Johnson, who says, “For us, the process is initiated when, at the first meeting, whaanau receive the iwi support information sheet from the Child Youth & Family social worker, who, at that time, also informs them of the Iwi Support Adviser role.”

Waikato-Tainui and Child Youth & Family have deliberately chosen this particular process to ensure that it is a voluntary process for whaanau, explains Melissa. “The Iwi Support Adviser role is an iwi initiative and so we implore whaanau to make contact with us.

“When whaanau become involved with Child Youth & Family, it’s a difficult time and it’s made more difficult when whaanau are not being made aware of what’s happening,” says Melissa.

“We want to support and educate our whaanau by assisting them through Child Youth & Family processes so they are in a better position to create and implement their own solutions

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around the safe care of our mokopuna in an environment that doesn’t see them removed from whaanau care.”

Melissa says the aim of Mokopuna Ora is to return the mana to whaanau and although whaanau may feel whakamaa at the time, support can only be achieved within their own whaanau whaanui. “Maintaining a whaanau connection is noted as being vital in reducing the number of mokopuna in Child Youth & Family care.”

KAITIAKI Dene Ainsworth is responsible for Kaitiaki within Mokopuna Ora. “Through Mokopuna Ora, the tribe is seeking tribal members to become Kaitiaki for their own mokopuna who are involved with Child Youth & Family” says Dene.

“Mokopuna Ora will be using the tribal register to help us identify whakapapa connections to enable whaanau to work together to achieve the best outcome for our mokopuna.”

Both organisations want to ensure that mokopuna involved with Child Youth & Family are placed with whakapapa whaanau who can provide them with love and support within a safe, secure and nurturing home. “We want mokopuna reconnected to their tribal identity,” says Dene.

Becoming a Kaitiaki requires significant commitment so workshops will be held in early 2016 to advise what, how and when Kaitiaki will be required. Tribal members who would like to know more about Mokopuna Ora or becoming Kaitiaki can make contact with the Mokopuna Ora Team by calling 0800 TAINUI.

A conservation initiative that aims to promote and enhance environmental restoration is gaining momentum amongst Waikato-Tainui marae.

Initiated by the Waikato Raupatu River Trust (WRRT) and Department of Conservation, the Marae Environmental Restoration Initiative supports marae who are looking to undertake environmental restoration efforts in their forests, rivers, streams, lakes, wetlands and coastal areas. The initiative draws from the tribe’s environmental plan – Tai Tumu, Tai Pari, Tai Ao.

restoration plan which includes supplying 1000 plants, organising a planting day and creating a maintenance plan.”

He says, “Having a maintenance plan is essential as it ensures that the needs of present and future generations are provided for in a manner that goes beyond sustainability, but towards an approach that enhances and improves our environments.”

The vision of the tribe’s environmental plan is taken from a maimai aroha composed by Kiingi Taawhiao which retells his longing and adoration of the taonga and natural resources of his homeland.

“Our environmental plan was developed by our people, for our people and it clearly shows their expectations of restoring and protecting our natural environments and their resources,” says Jaedyn Falwasser, WRRT Conservation Advisor.

It is the aspiration of Waikato-Tainui to restore our environment to the state that Kiingi Taawhiao observed when he composed his maimai aroha.

“The Marae Environmental Restoration Initiative is in response to these expectations and many of our marae have signalled to us that they wish to start a restoration project on nearby streams or areas which could provide for mahinga kai gathering and/or recreation activities.”

Jaedyn says, “Our natural environment is a central part of our tribal heritage and culture so our overall goal is to enable all our marae to carry out their own restoration projects which contribute to a tribal-wide effort and further protects and preserves our natural habitats and ecosystems for future generations.”

The initiative, which covers small scale and large multi-year projects, provides marae with native plants, fruit trees, resources, and ongoing expertise and advice to assist whaanau, explains Jaedyn. “We work with marae to create and implement their own

A member of the WRRT Team will make contact with marae secretaries regarding the Marae Environmental Restoration Initiative in the coming months.

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Helping to realise the maimai aroha of Kiingi Taawhiao in which he expresses his adoration for the natural resources and habitats of our tribal lands is the purpose of the WaikatoTainui plant nursery.

Waikato-Tainui Environment Manager, Tim Manukau, says “Our environmental plan Tai Tumu Tai Pari Tai Ao supports the use of renewable energy and so we saw it as an opportunity for us to promote the use of solar energy.

Established in 2013, the nursery supports marae and environmental initiatives by providing native plants for restoration projects, infrastructure works and tribal events.

Waikato Raupatu River Trust Implementation Manager, Taipu Paki, says “The nursery was established as a key initiative to deliver on the outcomes of the Waikato River Settlement.”

“Rangatahi regularly visit the nursery to learn about native plants, restoration projects and pest control so adding renewable energy like solar was a natural fit.” He says Genesis sponsored the solar electricity generation system and its installation.

He says its aim is to propagate local native plants which are then replanted to support the health and wellbeing of our tupuna awa. “Currently, our plants are being utilised for a number of tribal restoration initiatives along the Waikato River such as the Maurea Island restoration project, Taupiri Maunga and the marae plant restoration project.”

Leading nursery operations are Miriama and Hone Turner, who are responsible for the management and propagation of plants. “We concentrate on collecting 11 types of seed for propagation which have been sourced from our Waikato River habitats,” says Miriama.

“These seeds are nurtured for up to three years and will grow to a point where they can be planted back on the riparian edges of our tupuna awa to further support restoration efforts.”

“Like Genesis, we want to educate our manuwhiri, marae and tribal members about solar energy and energy efficiency so the support from Genesis demonstrates how iwi and large corporations can work together to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes.”

Tim says an LCD monitor will be installed to monitor the effectiveness of the solar panels. “The monitor will be connected to the power inverter and will display in real time the electricity generated from the solar panels, power from nursery operations and any energy savings,” explains Tim. “Any excess power that’s generated and not used by the nursery is fed back into the grid for a credit on its next power bill.”

The Waikato-Tainui nursery is located at our tribal complex in Hopuhopu. To find out more, contact Miriama Turner via email, nursery@tainui.co.nz

She says, “Our immediate goal now is to build our stock of around 100,000 native plants to a capacity of 1,000,000 as this will allow us to maintain an ongoing supply of plants and seedlings for various projects, both big and small.”

To help achieve this goal, ongoing tribal support and assistance is required and will be an important cog in assisting the nursery to become a tribal hub for environmental excellence.

What’s more, the nursery recently installed 16 solar panels to support its efforts towards environmental enhancement.

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The decision to review our tribal governance and representation structure two years ago signaled a culture shift and determination to move towards governance best practice.

That decision culminated in November with overwhelming support by Te Kauhanganui to approve and endorse new rules that will give effect to the Marae Model and a new way forward.

Nanaia Mahuta, who co-chaired the Governance & Representation Review sponsor group with Sir Henry van der Heyden, said support for the new model and rules changes indicated “a strong preference to learn from the challenges of the past and lift the strategic ambition of the tribe to achieve its development priorities”.

“It is evident that Te Kauhanganui wants a significant culture shift and to move towards governance best practice standards with our tikanga and Kiingitanga values at the fore.”

The review was initiated in 2013 by Kiingi Tuheitia who called for a fresh look at how we could improve our existing structure to enable increased efficiencies and ongoing prosperity.

Sir Henry acknowledged Kiingi Tuheitia for his foresight and the commitment of the thousands of tribal members who participated in the review.

“By openly and generously contributing their thoughts and opinions, and by voting in the referendum, tribal members have ensured that this has been a robust and comprehensive process,” he said.

Nanaia said: “The process took longer than we would have liked but it has, importantly, retained the confidence of the Kiingitanga

Head of the Kaahui Ariki

The People

Waikato-Tainui Marae (68)

Representation Hohou Te Rongo (Dispute Resolution) Governance (Executive)

Management (Operations)

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Tribal Representation Body (137) (2 members per marae plus KA Rep)

Kaahui Ariki Rep (1)

Tribal Governance Body 10 elected members from Representation Body plus KA rep.

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Development & Distribution

Commercial & Investment

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tribe and Te Kauhanganui because it has engaged the people every step of the way.

“We now have a template for consultation and engagement that is grounded in tikanga, understands and respects the sense of kaitiakitanga that the people have towards iwi matters, and moves the iwi forward to a future-focused, constructive, prosperity-driven space.”

Maxine Moana-Tuwhangai, chairman of Te Kauhanganui, said the approval of the rules marked the completion of the Governance and Representation Review. Over the next six months Te Kauhanganui would transition to the new structural model and to working under rules which more clearly defined governance roles and responsibilities.

The rules were formally filed with the Registrar of Incorporated Societies earlier this month and, as a result, are now in effect.

Key outcomes of the review: • Adoption of the Marae Model, key features of which are: - Reduction of Te Kauhanganui membership from 3

representatives per Marae to 2 - Inclusion of one alternate member per Marae to cover absences - Retention of Te Arataura membership status quo of 11

members - Rejection of the proposal to introduce two At-Large

independent members to Te Arataura - Establishment of an Office of the CEO, reporting to Te

Arataura • Substantive rule changes to clarify the role of Te Kauhanganui and the role of Te Arataura, including delegation of authority and key responsibility areas • Establishment of Hohou Te Rongo, a tikanga-based process for responding to internal governance issues and disputes • Introduction of job descriptions for all Te Kauhanganui officers and members, and for all Te Arataura positions, based on a skills matrix • Recommendation to hold elections to fill vacant Custodial Trustee positions • Recommendation to conduct a fit-for-purpose management review of all tribal entities

Kia tapako te kaakaa noo uta Kia hokaa te karoro noo tai Ka rere i te ao o te rangi.

Huia! Tuia! He poo, he ao, he awatea!

Our tribal authority is busy, possibly busier than ever before. We have many kaupapa underway at any one time - from commercial developments to protecting our environment to promoting our reo and supporting our people. We want you to stay up-to-date with all that is happening and why.

Welcome to the inaugural edition of Te Kookoo Manu.

We’re also aware that many of our members want information and questions answered, and that they prefer to get it from the ‘horse’s mouth’ so to speak.

This column has been launched to keep you, our members, up to date and informed about the governance activities of both Te Kauhanganui and Te Arataura.

Our Te Arataura members are best placed to respond to governance-related queries and we invite you to make contact via our new email address tearataura@tainui.co.nz.

Rahui Papa Chairman Te Arataura

Maxine Moana-Tuwhangai Chairman Te Kauhanganui

This email is your direct connection to your governance leaders …. don’t hesitate to use it.

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HOW MIGHT WE BE FIT FOR PURPOSE? Earlier this year Te Arataura commenced an internal review of its performance, posing the questions ‘Are we fit to lead strong and to deliver on the needs of our people? Are we fit for purpose?’

Rahui says the review is a healthy, constructive accountability exercise for Te Arataura to critically analyze how it measures up and where it needs to improve.

It has included independently facilitated workshops focusing on how Te Arataura could “lift our game” as the entity responsible for giving direction to the tribe’s strategic plan and overseeing its implementation. Out of it has come increased clarity of purpose, direction and commitment.

MEHEMEA HE MAHI PAI MOO TE TANGATA, MAHIA! 2015 has been a busy year for Te Kauhanganui with a number of major work streams now on the cusp of being finalised.

The Roadmap The review of Whakatupuranga 2050, which is our strategic roadmap, has occurred this year. The project team has been through a consultation process to confirm what is important to our people and this insight will guide our planning through to the year 2050.

“Te Arataura is ‘the rope which binds’. It’s the name chosen in 2005 by our late Te Arikinui to represent unity and service to Waikato. As Te Kauhanganui is the holder of the greater vision for Waikato, Te Arataura is the catalyst for change that benefits the people,” says Rahui.

“As members of Te Arataura, our obligation is to do what is in the best interests of Waikato and to provide the leadership and focus that’s required to achieve results. Collectively we are inspired by the words of Kiingi Korokii: Mehemea he mahi pai moo te tangata, mahia!”

Four key pou have been identified: • Ngaa Tohu Kaupapa (Culture) • Ngaa Tohu Hapori (Social Development) • Ngaa Tohu Taiao(Environment) • Ngaa Tohu Whai Rawa (Wealth Creation) Maxine says the review will result in a clear line of sight from the roadmap right through to what is happening on the ground. All work streams will be aligned to the roadmap and there will be greater clarity of purpose and increased accountability at all levels of activity.

Thank you to Donnamaree Ryder for leading this work stream.

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Left to right: Marae Tukere, Tipa Mahuta, Hoki-mai Chong, Rahui Papa (Chairman), Ru rep), Hemi Rau, Tom Roa, Patience Te Ao, Tahi-O-Hurae Rangiawha.

Te Arataura Priorities for 2016: Ngaa Tohu Hapori: • Relativity Funds distribution strategy to accelerate the growth and development of tribal members • Education, Reo, Employment and Housing strategies • Insurance – tangihanga benefit for kaumaatua Ngaa Tohu Taiao: • Whenua policy – land acquisition and divestment • Progressing outstanding claims, the Taamaki based claims in particular as a unified approach under Wai 30 and Huakina 330

APPOINTMENTS

The following appointments have been announced by the Appointments Committee of Te Kauhanganui: • Tuku Morgan reappointed to the Waikato River Authority • Tania Simpson appointed to the Board of Tainui Group Holdings • Bill Takerei nominated to the Manukau Institute of Technology Ruunanga Congratulations to these successful applicants.

Ngaa Tohu Kaupapa: • Marae Development strategy Ngaa Tohu Whai Rawa: • TGH Investment strategy – increased economic return for more jobs, more cash, more land • Iwi Saver – supporting our people to grow personal savings

ukumoana Schaafhausen (Deputy Chairman), Paki Rawiri, Tuku Morgan (Kaahui Ariki

A TIME FOR WHAANAU

With the holiday season soon upon us many will be thinking of family gatherings and preparations to be made. On behalf of Waikato-Tainui Te Kauhanganui and Te Arataura we wish you a safe and happy holiday season.

Ngaa manaakitanga o te Atua ki runga i a koutou ko to whaanau hoki.

Teenaa koutou katoa.

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Hundreds of people descended on Parliament earlier this month to show their support for the #HōmaiTeRā petition which called for a public holiday to commemorate the New Zealand Land Wars.

Initiated by tauira from Otorohanga College, the petition got more than 13,000 signatures and was handed over to a parliamentary delegation of MPs from Labour, National, the Greens and the Māori Party.

“New Zealand cannot afford to forget the ultimate sacrifice of the soldiers and warriors on the plains, coasts, hilltops and valleys of our great nation,” says the petition.

Discussions on what form the commemorations could take are still to be discussed; however, Prime Minister John Key has ruled out an extra public holiday, on top of the 11 already observed in New Zealand, but he has not ruled out replacing one of the existing holidays.

To keep up to date with the petition efforts, go to facebook.com/NZLandWars

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