Ngā Kaitiaki o Te Korowai o Wainuiārua
Te Korowai o Wainuiārua exists to protect, grow, and utilise the resources entrusted to us through settlement for the benefit of our people, our whenua, and future generations.
The Trustees of Te Korowai o Wainuiārua are elected representatives of our iwi, chosen to uphold the aspirations of our tūpuna and to safeguard the future of our uri. As kaitiaki, they carry the responsibility of ensuring that our resources, taonga, and tikanga are protected and advanced with Pono, Tika, and Aroha.
Each trustee brings a unique set of skills, experience, and deep whakapapa ties to the rohe, ensuring that our decision-making reflects the collective voice and mana motuhake of our people. Together, they provide strategic governance and leadership to uphold the kaupapa of Te Korowai o Wainuiārua, now and for generations to come.
Lesley Edmonds
“With over a decade of voluntary service, I’ve supported the needs of our whānau, ensuring our cultural practices are upheld and passed on to future generations."
Tāwhiao McMaster
“My dreams and aspirations for our Uenuku whānau are to ensure that what we have is protected, this includes our whenua, our wai, our culture, and way of being.”
Aiden Gilbert
“I believe my purpose has been to fulfil a mission our tūpuna shared, to give security and hope for our people and future generations after us."
Hayden Tūroa
“I am deeply passionate about our history, our reo, and our people, and am extremely humbled to contribute to the development of our iwi in any capacity.”
James Foster
“I am excited about the opportunity to contribute to the trusts mission of empowering our iwi and enhancing the wellbeing of our people.”
Marilyn Davis
“Mana motuhake ki te tūpuna, mana motuhake ki te whenua, ka ora ai ngā uri o Tamakana ki Manganui-ā-te-Ao.”
Wayne Cribb
“I aim to contribute to purposeful and connected strategic direction and advocate for the needs of our people, building a future that honours our collective identity and creates opportunities for generations to come.”
Greg Robinson
“I have a strong passion to advance our whānau, hapū and iwi in all areas and to encourage participation of as many of our whanaunga as possible.”
Ngā Uara | Our Values
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Kia Pono – We are honest and act with integrity
For Te Korowai o Wainuiārua, this value ensures that we engage with whānau, hāpori, and our partners—both social and commercial—with transparency and fairness. Our integrity shapes how we build and maintain relationships within our rohe and beyond, fostering trust and ensuring that our actions align with our words.
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Kia Tika – We are professional and maintain high standards.
Professionalism and excellence are at the core of how we conduct ourselves in all engagements. This value guides Te Korowai o Wainuiārua in upholding high standards, whether we are working internally within the iwi or collaborating with external stakeholders. It reflects our commitment to consistently delivering quality outcomes for our people.
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Kia Mataara – We are vigilant and wise in our decisions.
Our ability to remain vigilant and make wise decisions is critical to the success of our iwi. Te Korowai o Wainuiārua applies this value in the management of our resources, ensuring that every decision is made with care, foresight, and consideration for future generations. It calls for attentiveness and caution in navigating both opportunities and challenges.
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Kia Aroha – We are respectful and demonstrate empathy.
Aroha represents the compassion and care that we extend to our community. This value drives Te Korowai o Wainuiārua’s approach to serving individuals and families in need, ensuring that empathy and support are at the forefront of our actions. It reminds us that the wellbeing of our people is paramount, and that kindness is essential in building strong communities.
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Kia Rangimarie – We are peaceful and seek harmony.
Rangimarie reflects the peace and harmony we strive for, even when faced with conflict or differing views. This value ensures that Te Korowai o Wainuiārua approaches disagreements with an open heart and a focus on resolution, always seeking to restore balance and maintain unity within the iwi.
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Kōtahitanga and Cohesion
We are dedicated to fostering harmony within our iwi by developing processes for resolving conflicts with respect, empathy, and mutual understanding, creating a peaceful and unified community. To support this, we will provide training and resources to empower iwi members to collaboratively address conflicts, ensuring that peace remains central to our values.
Ngā Whāinga Rautaki | Our Strategic Goals
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Empower & Uplift our Uri
We are committed to developing comprehensive support programs that enhance the social, educational, health, and spiritual well-being of our people, with initiatives tailored to different age groups and specific needs within the iwi. At the same time, we will strengthen whānau and hapū networks by fostering collaboration, sharing resources, and encouraging mutual support in community development.
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Protect & Promote our Taonga
We are dedicated to the sustainable management of taonga, implementing conservation projects that preserve our cultural heritage sites, taonga, and environment for future generations. We will also promote cultural practices and mātauranga Māori through educational programs, events, and partnerships with cultural institutions to ensure our ancestors' knowledge and traditions thrive.
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Growth & Asset Management
We will foster economic opportunities by developing and supporting economic growth initiatives, including business ventures, job creation programs, and skills training, ensuring sustainable benefits for all iwi members. Additionally, we will optimize asset utilization through efficient management and growth of assets acquired via the Treaty settlement, focusing on long-term sustainability, profitability, and reinvestment into iwi-led initiatives.
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Strong & Transparent Governance
We will strengthen our governance framework by upholding practices that align with the Deed of Settlement and adhere to best standards for transparency, accountability, and integrity. Additionally, we will ensure financial transparency through robust management systems and reporting mechanisms, providing clear oversight of iwi funds and assets.
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Advocacy and Engagement
We are committed to advocating for the needs and aspirations of our people by engaging with the Crown, local authorities, and other key stakeholders to represent iwi interests with professionalism and focus. At the same time, we will create open communication channels to gather input, provide updates, and ensure all voices are included in decision-making.
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Kōtahitanga and Cohesion
We are dedicated to fostering harmony within our iwi by developing processes for resolving conflicts with respect, empathy, and mutual understanding, creating a peaceful and unified community. To support this, we will provide training and resources to empower iwi members to collaboratively address conflicts, ensuring that peace remains central to our values.
