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Mihi: Paora Te Poa Karoro Morgan
Paora Morgan
Photo: Kate Macpherson
Ka nui te mihi nui ki ngā uri whakaheke o ngā hekenga nō mua. Nau mai haere mai ki Koekoeā.
Wakatū Incorporation, based in Whakatū (Nelson), is owned by the whānau and hapū of Whakatū, Motueka and Mōhua.
Our history in Te Tauihu o te waka a Māui dates from the early 1800s and the time of the hekenga, the great migration from the west coast of the North Island. Our families have had a long history in this region as fishers, gardeners, traders and entrepreneurs, and we’re proud to continue this legacy.
As one of the largest land owners and employers in Te Tauihu, we’re committed to the development and wellbeing of our Owners, our families and our wider community. We are proud to contribute to the social, cultural and environmental wellbeing of our vibrant region.
Koekoeā is an opportunity to share our stories, from our kaumātua Rore and Lynne Stafford and the early days of the Incorporation through to Portia Barcello, a scholarship recipient with her own bright future. We hope you enjoy reading about our whānau and the work of Wakatū.
Otirā, tēnā tātou katoa.
