We need to know ourselves better - our whakapapa, our history, where we live, what we can contribute, what we need and our aspirations for ourselves and us as a collective. Please find below all the posts about whakapapa.
Te Ipukarea: Important weather update
Key information to share with your whānau.
Manawaatia Te Whare Kaakati – 30 years old
Whānau, iwi, and maataawaka gathered at Whakatū Marae, Nelson, yesterday to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the opening of Te Whare Kaakati. It was a day filled with connection, remembrance, and appreciation for the people and history that have shaped this special place.
Matatū welcomed to Te Tauihu
Recently Whakatū hosted it’s first Super Rugby Aupiki game – Matatū faced the Blues. Whakatū is considered a home for Te Matatū, so following tikanga, the full team of 33 were welcomed onto Whakatū Marae ahead of the game.
Tātou o Ngāti Rārua, ki te hoe
Let's unite to honour our Kāinga Tūturu and come together as one, under the mana of Ngāti Peehi, Te Kanawa and Kinohaku, to warmly welcome Te Arikinui Kuiini Nga wai hono i te po to her first Poukai at Marokopa as Arikinui.
Grants and support for whānau
Our grants and support for whānau businesses are available throughout the year.
Tākarokaro mai Whakatū!
The public is being asked to provide input into a new playground being planned for Rutherford Park and set to open during summer 2026/27.
Te Heke Whakangā ki Motueka: Call for photos
We are seeking your help to find photos of whānau or events relating to Ngāti Rārua in Motueka.
Te Ipukarea - What to bring
Kia ora e te whānau - time for pre-planning for Te Ipukarea! Here's some reminders of things to bring &
Wānanga builds trust
Lee Luke recently presented at the third national wānanga for Community Trusts and Foundations.
He Raranga Muka – Data Analytics Scholarships
E ngā mana E ngā reo E ngā karangatanga maha Tēnā koutou katoa Te Kāhui Raraunga is proud to present He Raranga
Te Āwhina Marae Waitangi Day celebrations
Details of celebrations at Te Āwhina Marae for Waitangi Day 2025
Te Ipukarea: Rehita mai!
The time has come to register you & your whānau to participate in the upcoming Te Ipukarea 2025 event!