Tā Tātou Whakahaere | Our Governance

Te Korowai o Wainuiārua Trust serves as the Post-Settlement Governance Entity (PSGE) for Te Korowai o Wainuiārua representing Uenuku, Tamakana, and Tamahaki.

Established following the successful settlement of our historical Treaty claims, the Trust plays a crucial role in managing and overseeing the assets and responsibilities that come with Te Tihi o Te Rae – Treaty Settlement.

In 2023, Trustees of Uenuku Charitable Trust (UCT) were elected to serve as the Initial Trustees of the PSGE. Subsequently, in July 2023, they signed Te Tihi o te Rae (Deed of Settlement) on behalf of te uri. These Initial Trustees were tasked with overseeing the PSGE establishment phase until the first elections in December of 2024.

Ngā Uara | Our Values

  • Kia Pono – We are honest and act with integrity

    For Te Korowai o Wainuiārua, this value ensures that we engage with whānau, hāpori, and our partners—both social and commercial—with transparency and fairness. Our integrity shapes how we build and maintain relationships within our rohe and beyond, fostering trust and ensuring that our actions align with our words.

  • Kia Tika – We are professional and maintain high standards.

    Professionalism and excellence are at the core of how we conduct ourselves in all engagements. This value guides Te Korowai o Wainuiārua in upholding high standards, whether we are working internally within the iwi or collaborating with external stakeholders. It reflects our commitment to consistently delivering quality outcomes for our people.

  • Kia Mataara – We are vigilant and wise in our decisions.

    Our ability to remain vigilant and make wise decisions is critical to the success of our iwi. Te Korowai o Wainuiārua applies this value in the management of our resources, ensuring that every decision is made with care, foresight, and consideration for future generations. It calls for attentiveness and caution in navigating both opportunities and challenges.

  • Kia Aroha – We are respectful and demonstrate empathy.

    Aroha represents the compassion and care that we extend to our community. This value drives Te Korowai o Wainuiārua’s approach to serving individuals and families in need, ensuring that empathy and support are at the forefront of our actions. It reminds us that the wellbeing of our people is paramount, and that kindness is essential in building strong communities.

  • Kia Rangimarie – We are peaceful and seek harmony.

    Rangimarie reflects the peace and harmony we strive for, even when faced with conflict or differing views. This value ensures that Te Korowai o Wainuiārua approaches disagreements with an open heart and a focus on resolution, always seeking to restore balance and maintain unity within the iwi.

  • Kōtahitanga and Cohesion

    We are dedicated to fostering harmony within our iwi by developing processes for resolving conflicts with respect, empathy, and mutual understanding, creating a peaceful and unified community. To support this, we will provide training and resources to empower iwi members to collaboratively address conflicts, ensuring that peace remains central to our values.

Ngā Whāinga Rautaki | Our Strategic Goals

  • Empower & Uplift our Uri

    We are committed to developing comprehensive support programs that enhance the social, educational, health, and spiritual well-being of our people, with initiatives tailored to different age groups and specific needs within the iwi. At the same time, we will strengthen whānau and hapū networks by fostering collaboration, sharing resources, and encouraging mutual support in community development.

  • Protect & Promote our Taonga

    We are dedicated to the sustainable management of taonga, implementing conservation projects that preserve our cultural heritage sites, taonga, and environment for future generations. We will also promote cultural practices and mātauranga Māori through educational programs, events, and partnerships with cultural institutions to ensure our ancestors' knowledge and traditions thrive.

  • Growth & Asset Management

    We will foster economic opportunities by developing and supporting economic growth initiatives, including business ventures, job creation programs, and skills training, ensuring sustainable benefits for all iwi members. Additionally, we will optimize asset utilization through efficient management and growth of assets acquired via the Treaty settlement, focusing on long-term sustainability, profitability, and reinvestment into iwi-led initiatives.

  • Strong & Transparent Governance

    We will strengthen our governance framework by upholding practices that align with the Deed of Settlement and adhere to best standards for transparency, accountability, and integrity. Additionally, we will ensure financial transparency through robust management systems and reporting mechanisms, providing clear oversight of iwi funds and assets.

  • Advocacy and Engagement

    We are committed to advocating for the needs and aspirations of our people by engaging with the Crown, local authorities, and other key stakeholders to represent iwi interests with professionalism and focus. At the same time, we will create open communication channels to gather input, provide updates, and ensure all voices are included in decision-making.

  • Kōtahitanga and Cohesion

    We are dedicated to fostering harmony within our iwi by developing processes for resolving conflicts with respect, empathy, and mutual understanding, creating a peaceful and unified community. To support this, we will provide training and resources to empower iwi members to collaboratively address conflicts, ensuring that peace remains central to our values.

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