Ngā Kaupapa Nui | Our Projects

Our iwi is driven by a shared vision of growth, resilience, and connection, guided by our ancestors and grounded in the values of manaakitanga, kaitiakitanga, and kotahitanga. This page showcases the key projects we are working on to support the aspirations of our whānau, hapū, and iwi, ensuring a thriving future for generations to come.

Each project represents a step forward in nurturing our people, protecting our whenua, and upholding our cultural heritage. From environmental restoration to economic development, education initiatives to revitalizing mātauranga Māori, these kaupapa reflect our commitment to empowering our iwi and making a positive impact.

  • Explore the links below to learn more about each kaupapa, the vision behind it, and how you can get involved:

Te Tihi o te Rae ki Mākōtuku | Raetihi Community Hub
A kaupapa for connection, learning and cultural pride in Raetihi. Explore the vision for a community space that brings people together and honours the heritage and aspirations of the area.

Pōkākā Eco-Sanctuary
Led by Uenuku, this restoration kaupapa focuses on caring for whenua and supporting native biodiversity across the Pōkākā area. Discover the sanctuary’s ecological and cultural vision, and the work planned to help taonga species thrive.

Mountains to Sea – Te Hangāruru Cycle Trail
More than a trail, Te Hangāruru connects people with the stories, landscapes and living history of our rohe. Explore how this kaupapa brings together whenua, cultural revitalisation, environmental care and local opportunity.

“E kore au e ngaro, he kākano i ruia mai i Rangiātea”
— "I will never be lost, for I am a seed sown from Rangiātea."

Visible on our whenua.