About Te Waiariki,
Ngāti Kororā, Ngāti Takapari
Hapū - Iwi Trust
The Te Waiariki, Ngāti Kororā, Ngāti Takapari Hapū iwi trust are committed to working in an open and transparent manner. Our defining character as Te Waiariki is the essence of wairuatanga which is integral to the operations and governance of the Trust. Our intention is to lead our people into the future with integrity whilst maintaining strong and meaningful relationships with our whānau and Hapū. By staying true to our values and traditions, we have the opportunity to create a legacy for future generations.
Our Te Waiariki history is an important reminder of where we come from and the rich tapestry of our history. We use this mātauranga as a foundation to build a strong and vibrant future for our people. The traditions of Te Waiariki , Ngāti Kororā, Ngāti Takapari Hapū are embedded in our rohe landscape. As a Trust we strive to incorporate the tikanga of our Hapū into our strategic outcomes to develop and strengthen a sense of belonging and identity within our Hapū.
In the first year of our operations we were committed and achieved building strong relationships with our whānau, hau-kāinga and our Hapū and to ensure they are well informed and engaged. We also focus on establishing a strong foundation and infrastructure for our Hapū Iwi Trust.
Te Waiariki, Ngāti Kororā, Ngāti Takapari Trust History
The Te Waiariki, Ngāti Kororā, Ngāti Takapari Hapū Iwi Trust was formed on 3rd May 1997 at a Hui held at Ngāraratunua Marae. The Hui was advertised by Miriama Mahanga.
The hui was attended by over 35 Kaumātua including Ngā Whakataukī Cooper, Puhi Cooper, Cissy Pitman, Cee Gilbert, Arthur Beattie, Hariata Simeon, Wiremu Mahanga, Haane Kingi, Kerepeti Te Peke Paraone, Ka Gilbert, Maudie White (Whina's daughter), Sonny Wellington, Kamo Gilbert, Dave Climo, Matepaihana Aokarere Mackie and Kupai Mahanga.
Ngāti Takapari was included in the Trust a few years later via a Hui with Ngāti Takapari Kaumātua of the time who requested to be included in the Trust due to the whakapapa.
The Te Waiariki, Ngāti Kororā, Ngāti Takapari Hapū Iwi Trust is a registered Charitable Trust.
Scope Of Work
When the Trust was established, it was tasked to undertake 2 case studies, Pūkahakaha East 5b and Ōwhetū.
In 1998, the first application was filed in the MLC by Mitai Paraone-Kawiti for the return of Pūkahakaha East 5B for Te Waiariki, Ngāti Kororā, Ngāti Takapari via the whakapapa of Keti Hohaia.
In 2011, after a lengthy 13 years of hearings, the case was won through the efforts of the Hapū Trust, the kaumātua of the time and all of their supporters.
Pūkahakaha East 5B
Return to whānau and hapū ownership
Outcome
Successful (won)
Returned 2011
Ōwhetu
Return to whānau and hapū ownership
Outcome
Successful (won)
Returned 2006
Undertaking research and gathering evidence to support
the treaty claims.
Outcome
MACA
Undertaking research and gathering evidence to support
the MACA claims.
MACA Stage 1A, 1B
Outcome
Pending a decision from Justice Laine Harvey
The Te Waiariki, Ngāti Kororā, Ngāti Takapari Trust are involved in a range of different kaupapa and forums with other Hapū, the Crown, Whangārei District Council and Northland Regional Council. The section below provides an overview of the Trustees responsible for each kaupapa.
The Trust also undertakes work in the following areas:
Hoe Rangatiratanga
Governance & Sovereign Independence
Hoe Tupu Ora / Hoe Tuku Kōrero
Economic Prosperity and Growth / Comms
Hoe Tangata
Our People
Te Huinga
Formal Representation
Hoe Taiao
Our Environment
Te Ruarangi
Formal Representation