Kia ora whānau,

Over the last month the office and executive have been busy organising and attending various hui, some of which have been held in the marae. As March approaches our thoughts are on the forthcoming tītī season. We wish whānau who are going to the islands a safe and bountiful journey.

Department of Conservation (DOC) hīkoi maumaharatanga

DOC organised a hui to visit culturally significant sites and to acknowledge and bless the deed of recognition interpretation panels in the Murihiku area. It was also seen as an opportunity to strengthen the working relationship between iwi and DOC. The trip included an element of local history and an insight into projects undertaken by DOC in Murihiku. Whānau who attended had a most enjoyable time. [Read more…]