Ngā Whāinga

Our Vision

Mahia te mahi, kia tōnui ai a Tūhourangi.

Using our strengths, enhancing our present, building a prosperous future.

Our Mission

Building sustainable assets to enable whānau to envision, create and live their dreams.

To assist Tūhourangi members to be strong culturally, environmentally, economically & socially.

Ngā Mātāpono | Our Values Ngā Uaratanga

  • Leadership that focuses on common purpose whilst respecting our rights to self- determine our pathway of development.

  • Strong courageous relationships through respect, integrity, empathy & commitment to kaupapa.

  • Collective culture of respect, guardianship, care & protection for our people & place.

  • Upholding our manaaki legacy by being welcoming, respectful, humble & friendly.

  • Acting with mana by being open, honest & transparent in all our dealings.

  • Building strong partnerships that are enduring, constructive & mutually beneficial.

  • Creating an environment that is inspiring, knowledge based & proudly showcases our history.

Tuhourangi Tribal Authority Objectives

  • Taiao

    Ensuring our whenua, wai and roto are healthy, and wildlife, flora and fauna are flourishing with our people are active kaitiaki.

  • Tuakiri

    Strengthening our sense of Tūhourangi identity and enhancing our understanding and capacity for reo, tikanga, mātauranga and waiata and affirming our presence as mana whenua.

  • Tāngata

    Enabling for Tūhourangi wellness through pathways of contribution & connection to education, engagement & health opportunities.

  • Tahua

    Building a sound economic base for Tūhourangi affairs, businesses & assets and enabling distribution of benefits to Tūhourangi uri.