Tūhourangi whenua, roto and kōrero now on Apple Maps
“For Tūhourangi, this partnership with Apple Maps is more than just a technological collaboration — it reflects our role as kaitiaki, ensuring the protection and accurate representation of our cultural heritage" - Annie Balle.
As of this week, Apple Maps now displays Indigenous whenua in Aotearoa and Australia. Annie has been instrumental in leading this kaupapa for Tūhourangi, to ensure our whenua, roto and kōrero are displayed correctly only on the maps but also safeguarded in this hononga with Apple.
“By bringing our stories to a global audience, we can uphold our narratives, safeguard our data sovereignty, and demonstrate how Indigenous knowledge and technology can work together to promote cultural understanding and sustainability.”
New Zealand Herald article: Apple doubles kura programme to 5000 students, upgrades Maps with iwi place cards
Successful Tūhourangi Tribal Authority Nominees
On Saturday 22 March 2025 the final day of the Tūhourangi Tribal Authority Trustee elections took place at Whakarewarewa School in Rotorua.
There were three positions available, previously held by Watu Mihinui, Rangitihi Pene and Warena Morgan; Watu did not seek reelection this round. Seven Tūhourangi uri put themselves forward for nomination, providing a range of governance expertise and invaluable insights for registered voters to choose from.
At the close of voting on Saturday, the Returning Officer tallied the final in-person votes along with postal and electronic submissions. The successful nominees and new Trustees for Tūhourangi Tribal Authority are:
Warena Morgan
Lana Ngawhika
Rangitihi Pene
Official election results (including the number of votes each nominee received) can be found here.
Trustee Nominee Profile - Kiriwaitingi Rei-Russell
E te iwi, ānei rā ngā taipitopito mo te hunga e wāwatia ana kia tū hai māngai mo Tūhourangi Tribal Authority. Please find the Trustee nominee profile for Kiriwaitingi Rei-Russell below.
Kiriwaitingi is the daughter of Del and Tere Rei and mokopuna of Kiriwaitingi “Guide Kiddo” Maniapoto.
Kiriwaitingi has experience in leading organisations and held various roles including: Head of Māori Alliances at Zespri International, CEO at Māori Investments Limited (10 yrs), Corporate Affairs Manager at Te Arawa Group Holdings, and the inaugural General Manager at Te Arawa River Iwi Trust. She is a qualified lawyer and before moving into the iwi commercial space she was a litigation and commercial lawyer.
Kiriwaitingi has strong governance experience and has held a number of roles including Future Director of Auckland International Airport, Rotorua Economic Development Board and Ngāti Awa Group Holdings Ltd. She is currently the deputy chair of Pūtauaki Trust, deputy chair of Māori Investments Ltd and a director on the Scion Board. She is also a facilitator for the Institute of Directors on their Governance Essentials and Principles of Māori Governance Programme.
Kiriwaitingi would like to contribute to the vision and aspirations of the Trust, as they look to build for the future. She also has strong commercial knowledge and a sound undertstanding of the Te Pūmautanga o Te Arawa settlement and the future devolution of assets to the affiliate iwi/hapu.
Kiriwaitingi is married to Charles and has twin sons, Tamaarangi and Matiu who are both at university.
Electronic and postal voting is open now
In-person voting and the final day to vote will be held on 22/03/25
You must be a registered Tūhourangi Tribal Authority member to be eligible to vote, register here.
Trustee Nominee Profile - Rangitihi Pene
E te iwi, ānei rā ngā taipitopito mo te hunga e wāwatia ana kia tū hai māngai mo Tūhourangi Tribal Authority. Please find the Trustee nominee profile for Rangitihi Pene below.
Nō Ngāti Hinemihi, nō Ngāti Huarere ōtirā nō Tūhourangi Ngāti Wāhiao ahau i te taha ki taku koroua. Nō Ngāti Hurungaterangi, nō Ngāti Te Rorooterangi, ōtirā nō Ngāti Whakaue hoki ahau ite taha ki taku kuia.
I am a trustee for TTA, Te Pūmautanga o Te Arawa, Te Arawa Lakes Trust, and Central North Island Iwi Collective.
I sit on the paepae of both Te Pākira, Whakarewarewa, and Hinemihi Marae, Ngāpuna, and as part of Te Whare o Tūhourangi, organize Hīkoi and Wānanga for Tūhourangi.
I compose for Te Kapa Haka o Tūhourangi Ngāti Wāhiao, Raukura and Ngāti Tarāwhai.
I am chairman of the Hinemihi Marae and led the 2019, 2022, 20224, and 2025 delegations to London, to convince the National Trust UK, to agree-in-principle to return our Hinemihi carvings.
I presented to the 2013 Adjudication Panel for the Whakarewarewa Geothermal Valley on behalf of Tūhourangi Tribal Authority.
I also have a passion for the history of Tūhourangi and recorded our history in documentaries and books.
Electronic and postal voting is open now
In-person voting and the final day to vote will be held on 22/03/25
You must be a registered Tūhourangi Tribal Authority member to be eligible to vote, register here.
Trustee Nominee Profile - John Hurihanganui
E te iwi, ānei rā ngā taipitopito mo te hunga e wāwatia ana kia tū hai māngai mo Tūhourangi Tribal Authority. Please find the Trustee nominee profile for John Hurihanganui below.
Hone affiliates to Tūhourangi Ngāti Wāhiao, Ngāti Tahu, Ngāti Whaoa, Ngāti Whakaue and Ngāti Porou.
Hone’s background is in education, health and organisational leadership having held senior positions in these sectors for nearly 40 years including: Head of School, Wairarapa Polytechnic (10 years), Director Māori & Pacific at Careers New Zealand; Executive Director Māori at the New Zealand Correspondence School; and Chief Executive of Whaiora – a health and social services provider organisation where he launched that community’s first VLCA medical centre created to serve the vulnerable and under-served.
Hone has served on Boards of Trustees throughout the schooling lives of his children as well as a few crown and non-government organisations. These board appointments include:
Masterton East School 1995 – 2000
Iwi Kāinga – Iwi/Māori Partnership Board, Wairarapa DHB 2000 – 2010
Takirua Productions Board of Directors 2015 – 2020
Te Kura Toi Whakaari - New Zealand Drama School Board of Directors current
Te Mātāwai Pae Motuhake o Te Arawa Board
Te Arawa e – Te Arawa FM Board
Whakarewarewa School - new
Outside of work, Hone enjoys studying mōteatea (archaic poetry), whakapapa (genealogy) and music. He is a singer/composer and playwright and was opera trained at an early age appearing in his first operatic performance when he was 14 years old. Hone enjoys supporting the senior kapahaka of Tūhourangi Ngāti Wāhiao and singing with family and friends when the opportunity arises. Hone has 4 tamariki and 3 mokopuna and values whānau dearly.
Electronic and postal voting is open now
In-person voting and the final day to vote will be held on 22/03/25
You must be a registered Tūhourangi Tribal Authority member to be eligible to vote, register here.
Trustee Nominee Profile - Warena Morgan
E te iwi, ānei rā ngā taipitopito mo te hunga e wāwatia ana kia tū hai māngai mo Tūhourangi Tribal Authority. Please find the Trustee nominee profile for Warena Morgan below.
Ko Wārena Morgan tōku ingoa, nō te whanau Morgan, Wikiriwhi, Hiini, Hatō, Haira mē Wīhapi, ōtirā nō Tūhourangi ahau. He mokopuna au ō Eruera raua kō Rangiātuhi (nee Haira) Morgan, Te Autiti raua kō Kahukura (nee Hemopō) Wikiriwhi, mē Karaneihana raua kō Kerera/Niki (nee Hatō) Hiini.
I have a trade background as a Industrial Electrician and now work as an Automation Engineer for a local company in Rotorua. Previously I have worked as a Reliability Technician, Machinery Safety Technician.
In the past three years in my role as a Tuhourangi Tribal Authority Trustee, I have been an active member on:
Te Pumautanga o Te Arawa (Trustee, Audit and Risk Chair)
Tuhourangi Iwi Delegate to Timberlands (Tangihanga Permits)
Titokorangi and Whakarewarewa Forests Recreational Management Group(Member)
Te Hononga o Tuhourangi me Ngati Rangitihi Joint Administrating Body.(Chair)
Waimangu Volcanic Valley Director (Just recently appointed)
During this time I have had a role with:
Bay of Plenty Rugby Union (Rugby Director, Senior Club Working Group Chair)
I am an accomplished and energetic person with a solid history of achievement in management and decision-making. A motivated leader with strong organisational and prioritisation abilities. Areas of expertise include financial-delegation, health & safety and communication.
I am seeking re-election as a Tuhorangi Tribal Authourity Trustee so that I may continue the enjoyment of working for my iwi, and hapu in the many kaupapa that we face today.
Electronic and postal voting is open now
In-person voting and the final day to vote will be held on 22/03/25
You must be a registered Tūhourangi Tribal Authority member to be eligible to vote, register here.
Trustee Nominee Profile - Angela Grant
E te iwi, ānei rā ngā taipitopito mo te hunga e wāwatia ana kia tū hai māngai mo Tūhourangi Tribal Authority. Please find the Trustee nominee profile for Angela Grant below.
Ko Angela Grant ahau. He mokopuna ahau nā John Waaka rāua ko Maureen Kingi. Nō te kawai heke o Te Kuru o Te Marama Waaka rāua ko Rangitamoe Haira.
I grew up in the pā, spending time with my kuia and koroua at the Waaka whānau homestead on Huarere Street, and going for hīrere. I was involved in kapa haka from a young age, learning from my nan and mother, and now I’ve passed that on to my daughter.
I am a practising solicitor with a firm that advocates for Māori issues. I was part of the legal team for the Rotokākahi BOC to advise on the injunctions filed by the Rotorua Lakes Council. I also serve as a trustee on the Ngāti Whakaue Assets Trust and at Kariri Point at Tarawera as well as a small Ahu Whenua Trust in Awahou.
Alongside my legal and governance roles, I am passionate about preserving our reo, tikanga, and performing arts. I have been honoured to perform with Tūhourangi Ngāti Wāhiao kapa haka at Te Matatini Tāmaki Herenga Waka and the 2024 Te Arawa Regionals.
My aspiration is to ensure strong representation, sound governance, and the safeguarding of our roto, taonga, whenua, and tikanga for future generations.
Electronic and postal voting is open now
In-person voting and the final day to vote will be held on 22/03/25
You must be a registered Tūhourangi Tribal Authority member to be eligible to vote, register here.
Trustee Nominee Profile - Lana Ngawhika
E te iwi, ānei rā ngā taipitopito mo te hunga e wāwatia ana kia tū hai māngai mo Tūhourangi Tribal Authority. Please find the Trustee nominee profile for Lana Ngawhika below.
E tū ana ki te taumata o Tarawera e tū takotako rā
Ka titiro whakararo iho ki te waka o Te Arawa
E rere nei i ngā wai karekare o Tarawera
Ka ū te waka ki uta ki te marae nukunuku-ātea o Te Pākira
Kia rongo i te reo pōhiri o Tūhourangi, o Ngāti Wāhiao
E mihi nei e karanga nei
For the past 30 years, I have worked in kaupapa Māori and corporate/business sectors, including seven years with Fonterra as Head of Māori Development, 10 years with NZ Fire Service as Pou Takawaenga covering Bay of Plenty, Te Tairāwhiti and Waikato-Tainui regions, and seven years with the former Te Arawa Māori Trust Board where I formed part of the Lakes Claim Settlement Team.
My governance experience includes serving on Te Arawa Lakes Trust, Te Pūmautanga o Te Arawa, Tūhourangi Tribal Authority, Te Arawa Management Limited, and the Board of the Institute of Directors NZ. I was also a Ministerial appointment to the Lakes District Health Board and currently serve on the Fire and Emergency New Zealand Māori Advisory Board.
Education: Master of Business Administration (MBA) (Distinction) - University of Waikato.
He uri nā Maika & Horiana Waaka, I have been married to Herby Ngawhika for 32 years. Our pride and joy are our tamariki, Taria and Te Manawa, and mokopuna, Erina.
Electronic and postal voting is open now
In-person voting and the final day to vote will be held on 22/03/25
You must be a registered Tūhourangi Tribal Authority member to be eligible to vote, register here.
Trustee Nominee Profile - Nari Faiers
E te iwi, ānei rā ngā taipitopito mo te hunga e wāwatia ana kia tū hai māngai mo Tūhourangi Tribal Authority. Please find the Trustee nominee profile for Nari Faiers below.
Nari is dedicated to advancing harm reduction through her current role at Health NZ, following her leadership in workforce development for the National SUDI Prevention Coordination Service at Hāpai Te Hauora. She serves as Co-President of the Public Health Association NZ and is a steering group member for Power to Protect, supporting Māori-led approaches in their work programme. Nari has recently completed her doctoral research, focusing on Indigenous frameworks of resilience as a response to crises building on the responses of Tūhourangi participants to the Tarawera eruption.
With extensive experience in Māori development and research, Nari has worked as a specialist in the Māori Growth Programme at Auckland Tourism, Events and Economic Development leading the country’s largest Māori Business Network. Her Master’s degree explored tribal governance in sacred spaces, deepening her understanding of iwi leadership and cultural integrity.
Nari has contributed across diverse sectors and communities, particularly supporting wāhine, through her work with the Cervical Screening Programme and Women’s Refuge. Her commitment to public health, Māori development, and community resilience is evident throughout her career.
Driven by a desire to give back, Nari seeks to join the leadership group for Tūhourangi Tribal Authority to support the hapū that sustains her and provides purpose. She brings deep cultural insight, governance experience, and a strong commitment to the wellbeing and advancement of Tūhourangi.
Electronic and postal voting is open now
In-person voting and the final day to vote will be held on 22/03/25
You must be a registered Tūhourangi Tribal Authority member to be eligible to vote, register here.
Election of Trustees
ELECTION OF TRUSTEES
22nd MARCH 2025
WHAKAREWAREWA SCHOOL
10.00am - 2.00pm
A ballot vote will be held to select up to three (3) of the nominees posted below for a position as trustee for Tūhourangi Tribal Authority.
Proxy voting not permitted, therefore;
Voting Eligibility
To vote, you must be registered on the Tūhourangi Tribal Authority O-RA beneficiary register by 4.30PM 12/03/25
To register or check if you are registered, click here
Postal vote
Send a request to the Tūhourangi Tribal Authority office:
Tūhourangi Tribal Authority, P.O. Box 6161, Whakarewarewa, Rotorua
Request must state your full name, address, date of birth and O-RA registration number (if known)
You will then receive a voting form by post
Completed form must be received by the Returning Officer by 4:30pm Thursday 20 March 2025
The Returning Officer, Tūhourangi Tribal Authority, PO Box 3138, Christchurch
Only one (1) voting form per person will be accepted
Electronic vote
Send request to Tūhourangi Tribal Authority administration email: admin@tuhourangi.iwi.nz
Completed voting slip must be received by the Returning Officer by 4:30pm Thursday 20 March 2025 to iroberts@electionz.com
Only one (1) voting form per person will be accepted
In-person vote
Those voting on the day must present themselves at the registration table to receive a voting form
Only one (1) voting form per person will be accepted
The Nominees are listed below, please click their name to read their nominee profile:
Tarawera Pipeline Fact Sheet
Kai aku nui, kai aku rahi! Tēnā tātou i ngā tauwhirotanga o te wā.
Rotorua Lakes Council has informed us that work to complete the wastewater pipeline is set to recommence in the coming weeks.
This kaupapa is about protecting Lake Tarawera. Without action, our taonga is at risk of irreparable pollution. But, we all agree that this action cannot come at the detriment of our other lakes and whenua.
As an iwi we know we have diverse viewpoints on this infrastructure construction and it is deeply personal for some of our whānau. We support right for peaceful protest and our focus is keeping our whenua, wai and whānau safe, both during the construction and into the future.
We encourage everyone to read the information about the pipeline, how it will work, and the additional actions we have ensured Council take to protect our whenua and wai.
We have created a fact sheet that you can read here.
Tūhourangi Tribal Authority Board Elections - Nominations Open
The Tūhourangi Tribal Authority will be holding its rotation ballot election 22nd March 2025.
Those who wish to stand for one of the 3 trustee positions must send a request for nomination form to:
Tūhourangi Tribal Authority
P.O. BOX 6161
WHAKAREWAREWA
ROTORUA
Email request to admin@tuhourangi.iwi.nz
Txt 0272913002
Nominations open 14/02/2025 — 24/02/2025. Both Nominee and Nominator must be a verified registered TTA beneficiary prior to receipt of nomination form.
He karere: actions following Tarawera Sewerage Scheme Hui-ā-iwi
Kia hiwa rā, kia hiwa rā!
Kai nga ihi, kai ngā wehi, kai ngā whakamataku!
Kia mataara, kia ohiti hoki!
Ka tō te rā ki tua, ka hara mai te rā ki runga!
The proposed protest on the 28th October 2024 to Government House in Auckland, is NOT ENDORSED by Te Arawa, by Tūhourangi nor by the Rotokakahi Board of Control.
Having held our Hui-a-Iwi we are following the actions set out by our people to resolve this kaupapa in the best way to protect our roto, our whenua and our people.
This action, of a protest, was not discussed nor endorsed by our people. We have reached out to the individual organising this protest to ask them to consider the safety and wishes of our people.
E te whānau kia tūpato, kaore te iwi i whakaae kia haria tēnei amuamu ki wāhi kē, ki takiwā kē.
Kia whakatika tēnei kaupapa ki te kāinga!
Kairuruku Taiao: Environmental Coordinator
Kairuruku Taiao | Environmental Coordinator Position Available
Are you passionate about environmental sustainability and making a difference? Tūhourangi Tribal Authority is seeking a dedicated Kairuruku Taiao for an 18-month fixed-term position based in Rotorua, New Zealand.
Position: Kairuruku Taiao | Enviromental Coordinator
Type: 20hrs weekly
Location: Rotorua, New Zealand
Application Deadline: Monday 30th September
Mō te Tūranga | About the Role:
You will support the Environmental Manager to implement Te Mana o Te
Wai in the system. This involves coordinating engagement with our 14
hapū to enable participation in freshwater and geothermal matters at a
local and regional level.
In this role, you will also be responsible for monitoring and responding to
resource consents and working with external contractors and
stakeholders to coordinate the delivery of the taiao workplan.
Click here to read the full Kairuruku Taiao position description.
Tūhourangi Tribal Authority respond to statement by Rotorua Lakes Council
Te hina o te marama, Te tihi o te maunga, Te mana o te motu.
Tēnei ka mōteatea ake ki te taniwha o Waikato, ōtirā ki te Kingi o te ao Māori, haere, whakangaro atu ki tua o Ake ake!
Tūhourangi Tribal Authority welcomes the decision from Rotorua Lakes Council, on Friday, announcing works on the Tarawera Sewerage Scheme will be paused to enable re-engagement with mana whenua, iwi, hapū and whānau.
We support the need for urgent sewerage infrastructure solutions at Lake Tarawera, however, it is critical that genuine concerns from mana whenua are heard. We are pleased that this will be able to happen through a new phase of engagement.
With the support of our paepae, we will be calling a hui a iwi.
This will be an opportunity for us to work through all of the existing information as an iwi and hear from various representatives. Details about this hui a iwi will be provided in the coming days.
Wai-o-tapu Iwi Day
Nau mai piri mai ki Wai-o-tapu!
Join us on Saturday 12 October, 12pm – 4pm for an open day at Wai-o-tapu alongside the 11 iwi of Te Pūmautanga o Te Arawa. The day is about whakawhanaungatanga amongst our iwi, as well as getting a chance to walk around Wai-o-tapu and see its beauty.
Please register your interest by downloading and completing this form by Sunday 25 August 2024 and returning to admin@tuhourangi.iwi.nz. Or email Admin with the following information:
Full name
Email
Contact Number
Riding on the bus (Y/N)
Attending the whakatau (Y/N)
PLEASE INCLUDE ALL INFORMATION IN YOUR EMAIL.
There are limited numbers so don't delay and get in touch if you have any pātai.
Mauri ora!
Pou Whakahaere Taiao | Environmental Manager Position Available
Pou Whakahaere Taiao | Environmental Manager Position Available
Are you passionate about environmental sustainability and making a difference? Tūhourangi Tribal Authority is seeking a dedicated Pou Whakahaere Taiao for an 18-month fixed-term position based in Rotorua, New Zealand.
Position: Pou Taiao | Enviromental Manager
Type: Full-time, 18 months fixed term
Location: Rotorua, New Zealand
Salary: $90,000 - $110,000 per year, depending on experience
Application Deadline: Monday, 22nd July
Mō te Tūranga | About the Role:
As the Pou Whakahaere Taiao, you will play a pivotal role in delivering our strategic environmental outcomes and building the capacity of our hapū to make informed decisions on environmental matters.
Key responsibilities:
Providing advice on natural resources and whenua within the Tūhourangi rohe, focusing on environmental legislation and policy reforms, especially freshwater and geothermal issues.
Ensuring the delivery of our taiao workplan, including developing our freshwater and geothermal management plan (Ngā Tūpuna Wai o Tūhourangi) and working with hapū to develop their taiao position statements.
Building capacity and capability of our hapū to uphold kaitiakitanga.
Representing Tūhourangi in environmental forums and fostering collaboration and communication with hapū.
Leading process improvements of our taiao system and structure and promoting continuous improvement.
Reviewing and improving protocol relationships with central and local government.
Upholding Tūhourangi values and tikanga.
Mōu | About You:
We are looking for someone who:
Has a passion for environmental sustainability and making a difference.
Preferably has a background in environmental studies, policy and planning, freshwater, geothermal, or a related field.
Has experience engaging with multiple iwi, hapū, and marae.
Understands the challenges for iwi, hapū, and whānau in urban and rural planning and legislation.
Is knowledgeable about the local and regional government sectors and Te Tiriti principles.
Has knowledge of tikanga Māori and the perspectives of Māori.
Can work collaboratively with diverse groups and stakeholders.
Is committed to environmental stewardship and sustainability.
Understands and respects iwi and hapū values and cultural practices.
Can navigate and influence governmental processes and regulations.
Location:
Based in Rotorua, with potential travel outside of Rotorua.
Application Process:
Submit your CV and cover letter to admin@tuhourangi.iwi.nz by Monday, 22nd July.
Join us in making a meaningful impact for our taiao and iwi. Apply now!
Rangatahi Insights for Tūhourangi Wānanga Development
He karere tēnei ki ngā uri whakaheke o Tūhourangi. E whakarite ana a Tūhourangi Tribal Authority kia whakarewa i ētehi wānanga rangatahi. Kua whakarite i tētehi uiuinga whānui e mōhio ai a Tūhourangi Tribal Authority ki ngā whakaaro o te hunga rangatahi. Tēnā, whakakīia te uiuinga whānui e pai ai tā mātou kohi whakaaro.
Tūhourangi Tribal Authority are preparing to facilitate wānanga for our rangatahi. Your feedback will help us to make improvements and shape our strategy, so we appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts.
To submit your whakaaro, please click here.
Ngā mihi,
Tūhourangi Tribal Authority
Tūhourangi Tribal Authority Annual General Meeting 2024
Tūhourangi Tribal Authority will be hosting our Annual General Meeting on Saturday 4 May 2024, from 11am - Ipm at Te Paparere-a-Ratorua (Hinemihi)
Marae, Ngapuna, Rotorua.
AGENDA:
Karakia
Previous Minutes
Audited Accounts
Appointment of Auditor
Chairman Report
Uperational Report
General Buisness
RSVP:
A light lunch will be served after the AGM. To assist with catering, please indicate if you will be attending by sending a text or email below and using the reference ‘AGM’.
Hard copies of the Annual Report will be available at the AGM. Otherwise you can download a copy here.
RSVP by Tuesday 30 April by contacting Admin on 027 291 3002 or admin@tuhourangi.iwi.nz.
