Ōnuku Rūnanga whānau, Pam Richardson and representatives from Christchurch City Council met at Takapuneke on Sunday 10 August to open the next phase for Takapuneke Reserve, which is the development of a management plan. Uncle George Waitai Tikao said a whakataukī, which had been handed down from his tupuna. Meri Robinson and Melany Tainui sung waiata with the support of whānau and Mel’s tamariki. It was a beautiful day and we all look forward to working alongside council on this next stage of the journey. [Read more…]
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Sep 2014
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Sep 2014
Ōnuku Rūnanga Inc Soc will hold their annual general meeting on Sunday 9 October, 10am at the Akaroa Boat Sheds, Beach Road, Akaroa. Agenda: Election of executive treasurer and appointment of auditor. Nomination forms for the executive treasurer role can be obtained by eligible members by contacting the Ōnuku office on: 03 356 2723 or email: [email protected]
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Jul 2014
During the week of 21–27 July various activities will be held at our headquarters in Christchurch. The activities for the week are being coordinated by our Wellbeing Portfolio and will include te reo, cooking, weaving and stone carving workshops.
For further details regarding the programme and to register, please contact the office.
[email protected] or phone 03 3812 082.
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Jul 2014
Congratulations
Whānau and friends are very proud of Amber Maree Brierly (a descendent of John Flutey and Merehana Puha), who recently graduated from Massey University, Palmerston North School of Aviation with a Bachelor of Aviation Management.
Amber, 21, who lives in Auckland, spent her last semester at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Daytona, Florida USA on an exchange programme. She chose ERAU, as it is the world’s oldest, largest and most prestigious university specializing in aviation and aerospace and the only fully accredited aviation-oriented university in the world. [Read more…]
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May 2014
Big ticket items
Saturday 10 May: Strategic Plan 2035 wānanga with Selwyn Hayes (Ernst & Young).
The wānanga will address our current 5-year strategy with the intention for our executive (governors) of our Mahinga Kai Cultural Park to be setting our 10-year strategic plans. Our rūnanga will invite our membership to engage in what we want a 20-year plan to look like. [Read more…]
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May 2014
Exciting times are ahead for us at Ōnuku. We have now secured all of the funding required for the redevelopment of our wharekai, which will incorporate a large commercial kitchen, dining space with capacity for 200 people and a conference facility.
Thank you to everyone who has put many hours into helping us reach this next stage.
Ōnuku Marae is now closed for all activity as construction is due to begin. We are aiming to re-open towards the beginning of 2015. Please visit our website for updates on our progress with this project at www.onuku.iwi.nz We will begin scheduling group bookings for noho marae again at the start of 2015. [Read more…]
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Apr 2014
Congratulations
Kereru Jessie Rogers, mokopuna of Bruce and Polly Rhodes of Ōnuku, has graduated from the University of Canterbury with a diploma in secondary teaching and learning. Kereru (Ngāi Tahu, Tainui, Ngāti Porou), has now relocated to Wellington, where she has taken on a fulltime position teaching te reo Māori at Lower Hutt High School. Kereru would like to thank her whānau, Ōnuku Rūnanga and Ngāi Tahu for their support. [Read more…]
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Mar 2014
Ngā mate
A tribute to Bernice Tainui – This is my song, a serenade to you – Mum
This Sentimental Journey, is a story of a Poor Cinderella who Dreamed A Little Dream of Moonlight and Roses. Among her Souvenirs, a song book, and when A Little On The Lonely Side, this Ukulele Lady would play and sing melodies like Elmer’s Tune … Sometimes while Drifting and Dreaming of her Mother, Mexicali Rose, whose roots where far from The Lights of London on the Long and Winding Road where Irish Eyes Where Smiling she would remember …It’s a Long Way to Tipperary for this Rambling Rose [Read more…]
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Mar 2014
At Ōnuku we are very blessed to have Debbie Tikao as our Environment Portfolio Leader. Debbie is currently employed as principal landscape architect of urban design at Natural Habitats. She has 16 years of experience and has worked on a diverse range of project types. Debbie’s passion for the environment, coupled with her sound practical knowledge and skills in project management, are a real asset to our Portfolio Management System. She also has extensive experience working with various iwi and community groups. This year Debbie will continue her professional development studying for a post-graduate diploma in Māori Environmental and Resource Management. [Read more…]
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Feb 2014
Welcome to 2014 whānau.
Here are some important dates to remember:
- 9 March: strategic plan wānanga
- 13 April: rūnanga meeting
- 11 May: budget wānanga
- 8 June: rūnanga meeting
- 13 July: wānanga
- 10 August: rūnanga meeting
- 14 September: wānanga
- 12 October: AGM and treasurer election
- 9 November: wānanga
- 14 December: rūnanga meeting.
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Dec 2013
Ōnuku news
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Important dates:
- Friday 20 December – rūnanga office closes
- Tuesday 14 January – rūnanga office reopens
- Thursday 6 February – Waitangi Day
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Dec 2013
Sunday 9 February – rūnanga meeting.
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Dec 2013
Meri Kirihimete
Another year is drawing to a close and we are looking forward to some winding down time after a busy and productive year.
A fully engaged portfolio management system keeps the office busy, with events such as Whenua Fest, Strengthening Communities, Whaikōrero Wānanga, digital archiving, Mahinga Kai Cultural Park planning and redevelopment plans all on the go.
Our full annual report was published this year including our structures, goals, objectives and Statement of Intent for the rūnanga. It’s a document that those who were involved with can be proud of. [Read more…]
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Dec 2013
Whenua Fest
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On Labour Weekend our social health and well-being portfolio hosted their first Whenua Fest. Māori health providers, public health organisations and community groups came on board to promote health awareness and whanaungatanga, and to strengthen community relationships and whānau togetherness.
There were team challenges for young and old, traditional Māori games, fitness demonstrations, health screening, live band Medway Roots, Amokura kapa haka and of course fantastic kai. A huge thank you to all the sponsors, organisations and team of helpers who made our day success a success.
Amiria Tikao, Amiria Robinson, Mia Tietjens in the Team Challenge.
Donna Tainui and Nigel Robinson open the festival.
Amokura kapa haka perform.
Mia defends against the adults as all ages ‘Push Play’.
The crowd enjoys the beats of Medway Roots.
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Dec 2013
Over the last three years there has been a fundamental shift in the way the members of Ōnuku Rūnanga view themselves. This is a result of our decision to view ourselves as an owner of our Ngāi Tahu family business rather than as a beneficiary. This change requires us to act and behave differently.
In October we held our annual general meeting and produced our annual report. Widespread acknowledgement and excellent feedback has been received about our report, copies of which can be received by contacting our office. Elections were held for the position of deputy chairperson and secretary. Nigel Robinson has been elected as deputy chairperson for a three year term.
Nigel is the youngest son of Molly and Buck Robinson and father to Ebony, Amiria and Miriam. He also has the volunteer role of cultural portfolio leader. Nigel is instrumental in our rūnanga progress and is driven by protecting and upholding our values for future generations. [Read more…]
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Nov 2013
Rūnanga meeting
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Nov 2013
- 1 December – Ōnuku Rūnanga general meeting
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Nov 2013
Important dates
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Nov 2013
Congratulations
Nigel Robinson recently graduated with a National Certificate in Carpentry and a Diploma in Construction Site Supervisor with CPIT.
Nigel completed his papers through CAPL (Certificate in Applied Prior Learning). His 30 years of back-breaking hard work and experience in carpentry and construction, led to a double diploma. He encourages anyone else who may have the industry experience to receive one of these qualifications.
He says getting on board is a step toward gaining an LBP (Building Practitioners Licence). CAPL can match the learning you have gained through your work and other life pursuits to the requirements of current qualifications at CPIT, and help you gain credit toward your chosen qualification. They can help you to update an old certificate, meet industry compliance requirements and help you gain a qualification where you don’t have one. [Read more…]
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Nov 2013
Important dates
- 20 December: Marae and office close for Christmas
- 20 January: Marae and office open for 2014