The Mauri Ora (cultural) pillar is a critical kaupapa and focusses on our identity as Ngāti Rārua. History, whakapapa, waiata, tikanga and kawa specific to Ngāti Rārua will be explored, debated and celebrated as part of an ongoing series of wānanga and engagement with iwi members. Through our cultural strategy we hope our members will identify proudly as Ngāti Rārua because they will be strong in their Ngāti Rāruatanga. Please find below our mauri ora posts.
Matariki Resources
We are sharing Matariki resources as part of a series to help whānau connect and celebrate Matariki. Mānawatia a Matariki.
Whānau Pae Ora Day at Whakatū Marae
Nau mai, haere mai ki te Whānau Pae Ora Day at Whakatū Marae on June 25. A free day of health, kai, and fun for all our Te Tauihu iwi whānau. Whakatū Marae Wednesday 25 June 10am – 4pm No bookings. No cost.
Matariki Hāngī fundraiser for Te Āwhina Marae
Celebrate the month of Matariki/Our Māori new year with your whānau over a yummy hāngī. Each tray includes chicken, pork, potato, kumara, pumpkin, cabbage and stuffing! Pick up is on 26 June at 133 Pā street Motueka, between 4pm and 5pm.
Wairau’s first ‘social salon’ set to open
Win a pamper pack this Mother's Day from Tauwhiro
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.
Acknowledging Te Pūtahitanga o Te Waipounamu
Te Rūnanga o Ngāti Rārua acknowledges the significance of today's poroporoāki (farewell ceremony) for Te Pūtahitanga o Te Waipounamu, hosted at Te Ukaipō, Wairau.
Te Tauihu Iwi prepare to welcome Māori Queen
We are honoured to stand with Te Tauihu in welcoming Te Arikinui Kuiini Nga wai hono i te po.
Te Ipukarea: Important weather update
Key information to share with your whānau.
Te Ipukarea: Parking and site map for Saturday
Please note the entrance for vehicles is by the netball courts, and the exit is behind the basketball stadium. Kaumātua reserved parking is outside the netball pavillion.
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.
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.
Expressions of Interest: Te Rūnanga o Ngāti Rārua Endorsed Candidates for Māori Governance course
In collaboration with Ngā Iwi e Waru o Te Tauihu, we are offering a unique opportunity to develop your governance skills through study at NMIT.