We've created a selection of Ngāti Rārua nature stories for you to share with your family, friends and the world.
Support is available - you are not alone
Find regular updates on flood recovery information after the June and July 2025 event.
Rāhui issued by Te Tauihu iwi
Te Tauihu iwi have placed a rāhui across the entire northern coastline of Te Tauihu o Te Waka-a-Māui as floodwaters continue to
Te Umu Kohukohu Whetū at Wairau Pa
Yesterday morning we gathered at Wairau Pa for a beautiful Hautapu Ceremony to welcome Matariki.
The significance of June 17
Today holds profound significance for Ngāti Rārua as it marks the day in 1840 when our tūpuna Te Tana Pukekohatu signed Te Tiriti o Waitangi at Kakapo Bay, Te Whanganui (Port Underwood).
Ngā Ara ki te Taiao: Whenua Iti wānanga
Join the Whenua Iti Outdoors team in Te Tauihu for an inspiring 4-day experience of discovery, learning and connection.
Whānau Hui - Ngā Hua o Waita
Whānau Hui - Adapting to and mitigating climate change. We want to hear the voices of whānau!
Te Heke Whakangā ki Motueka showcases iwi journey
A new exhibition is coming to Motueka Museum showcasing the rich history and remarkable journey of local iwi Ngāti Rārua.
Īnanga wānanga in Motueka
If you are interested in īnanga - one of our taonga species - and habitat restoration, you'll be interested in this wānanga in May.
Rāhui near Rakopi, Te Tai Tapu Westhaven Marine Reserve
Manawhenua ki Mohua, with the support of Te Ātiawa o Te Waka-a-Māui, Ngāti Rārua, and Ngāti Tama ki Te Waipounamu, have placed a seven-day rāhui (traditional Māori restriction) on part of Te Tai Tapu Westhaven Marine Reserve near Rakopi, effective March 6, 2025, following a death in the area.
Snorkel the Motueka Awa
Learn more about the Motueka Awa in a free, community-guided river snorkel later this month.
Final kākā release a major milestone
One of the projects we have supported for some time is Project Janzsoon's release of kākā into Abel Tasman National Park. In a wonderful achievement, the release of three more kākā last month completed this phase.
Tour NIWA's Kaharoa II next month
Kaharoa II intends to make a port call into Nelson, which will give locals a chance to get a glimpse of the latest addition to the NIWA research fleet.