We've created a selection of Ngāti Rārua nature stories for you to share with your family, friends and the world.
Whānau Hui - Ngā Hua o Waita
Whānau Hui - Adapting to 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.
Te Pūtahitanga funds open
Applications for three key funding streams from Te Pūtahitanga are open until February 12. Read more about the funds and how to apply.
Rāhui for Motueka foreshore remains in place
A rāhui on a large area of the Motueka foreshore remains in effect until further notice.
Te Pūtahitanga funding workshops
Register for funding workshops in Wairau and Whakatū to learn about Te Pūtahitanga o Te Waipounamu funding opportunities
Learning from skinks, and other species
Recently Pou Tohutohu Taiao Callum Sebualala (Mana) had the opportunity to observe a large-scale cultural health monitoring activity happening during contaminated sawdust removal at Tāhunanui Beach in Whakatū.
Cawthron Institute Summer Scholarships
Cawthron Institute is offering these scholarships to capable students who are intending to continue their university studies in 2025. All scholarships are valued at $7,500 each (tax-free).