The new office block was officially opened on the day of the annual general meeting by our eldest kaumātua Ivy McGaughey who was supported by upoko Tewera King and whānau. Our office staff will be shifting into their new space this month. We’ve also had new curtains installed and a fresh coat of paint in both the wharenui and dining rooms. We have received many compliments on how lovely the marae is looking.
Ivy McGaughey and whānau opening the new office block.
John Wilkie’s service to the environment, in particular long fin eels, was recognised by the rūnanga. John was presented with a ceramic longfin eel sculpture at our recent annual general meeting.
John Wilkie with his sculpture gifted in recognition of his service to the environment.
The Ngā Reo Kapa Haka were gifted new jackets from Te Rūnanga o Waihao, and also two guitars and two ukuleles from Fonterra’s Studholme plant manager Allan Maitland were presented to the community kapa haka group.
The Ngā Reo Kapa Haka rōpū performing at the annual general meeting.
Annual general meeting
The annual general meeting reports are available. If you would like a copy emailed or posted please contact the office.
Below is the result of the elections held at the 2016 annual general meeting:
- Chairperson – Graeme Lane (re-elected)
- Treasurer – Martyn Smith (re-elected)
- Secretary – Ivy Johnston (re-elected)
- Sue Eddington – Member (re-elected)
- Jennifer Thomas – Member (newly elected into vacant position)
- Wendy Heath – Member (newly elected into vacant position).
Kaumātua information
Kaumātua are reminded to contact the office with their nominated bank account details so that the Christmas deposit can be paid. The office cannot accept this information over the phone, so please post or email these details as soon as possible to ensure this deposit is made on time.
Rūnanga information and announcements
The rūnanga Christmas party is scheduled for Saturday 10 December. There will also be a whānau meeting this day.
We welcome contributions from whānau for Te Pānui Rūnaka. If you wish to contribute, please send your news and photos to the office. Enquiries to Te Rūnanga o Waihao by phone: 03 689 4726 or email: [email protected]