Governance
Te Whakakitenga and Te AratauraTe Whakakitenga is the governance body that serves to protect and advance the collective interests of our iwi. Following the 1995 Waikato Raupatu Settlement, a governance model was implemented that incorporates a democratic structure.
The role of Te Whakakitenga
Uphold, support, strengthen and protect the Kiingitanga
Protect, advance, develop and unify the interests of Waikato-Tainui.
Foster the principles of whakaiti, rangimaarie, kia tuupato and other tikanga of Waikato-Tainui among members.
Achieve and support the existing and future settlements of the Treaty of Waitangi/Te Tiriti o Waitangi and/or Raupatu claims of Waikato-Tainui.
Act as trustee of the Waikato Raupatu Lands Trust established by the Lands Trust Deed.
Act as trustee of the Waikato Raupatu River Trust established by the River Trust Deed.
Maintain the spirit and intent of the 1995 Deed of Settlement between Waikato-Tainui and the Crown, and the Trust Deeds.
Governance Representatives
TE WHAKAKITENGA (Tribal Parliament)
Chair: Tipa Mahuta (Waahi Paa)
Deputy Chair: Ngatitahinga Wilson (Makaurau Marae)
TE ARATAURA (tribal executive)
Members: Tukoroirangi Morgan (Te Hoe o Tainui Marae)
Hinerangi Raumati Tu’ua (Turangawaewae Marae)
Huirama Matatahi (Waahi Paa)
Jackie Collier (Taniwha Marae)
Linda Te Aho (Poohara Paa)
Maxine Graham (Te Puea Marae)
Parekawhia McLean (Te Papa-o-Rotu Marae)
Tori Ngataki (Whaataapaka Marae)
Vince Hapi (Maurea Marae)
Craig Barrett (Mangatoatoa Marae)
Ngira Simmonds (Kaahui Ariki Representative)
Te Whakakitenga Elections
Every three years our 68 Te Whakakitenga o Waikato Marae (TWoW Marae) have the opportunity to elect two people they want to represent their collective marae voice on the overarching governance body for Waikato-Tainui. This is how Te Whakakitenga o Waikato (TWoW) is made up.
If you are interested in putting your name forward, please contact your marae committee or marae trustees to find out more.
How do marae elect their TWoW reps?
The way in which marae conduct their TWoW elections is up to individual marae. Waikato-Tainui does not administer marae elections, however we will publish marae election dates once we been formally notified by the marae. All marae must however provide their membership at least 2 weeks notice of the elections date, and they must do so in a way that will reach as many of their membership as possible.
Here are a list of pre-requisites to consider if you are wanting to represent your marae on TWoW:
- Uphold, support, strengthen and protect the Kiingitanga (which incorporates the principles of unity, the retention of the tribal base in collective ownership, and co-operation among peoples).
- Protect, advance, develop and unify the interests of Waikato-Tainui.
- Foster among the members of Waikato-Tainui the principles of whakaiti, rangimaarie and kia tuupato and other tikanga of Waikato-Tainui.
- Achieve and support the existing and future settlements of the Treaty of Waitangi/Te Tiriti o Waitangi and/or raupatu claims of Waikato-Tainui.
- Act as trustee of the Waikato Raupatu Lands Trust established by the Lands Trust Deed.
- Act as trustee of the Waikato Raupatu River Trust established by the River Trust Deed.
- Maintain the spirit and intent of the 1995 Deed of Settlement between Waikato-Tainui and the Crown, and the Trust Deeds
Appointments Committee Advertisements
Community Law Waikato
The purpose of the Board of Trustees is to advise, govern, oversee policy and direction, and assist with the leadership and general promotion of the Community Law Waikato Trust so as to support the organisation’s mission and needs.
The purpose of the Trust is to address legal needs that have not yet been met in the Waikato Region – ensuring that individuals and communities have access to justice. The Trust deliver free legal services including information, advice, assistance, representation, and education to individuals who meet the criteria. The Trust strive to meet the highest standards of quality, competency, and integrity.
Particular Skills/Competencies Sought
Waikato-Tainui are seeking to appoint a representative to the Community Law Waikato Board of Trustees. The representative will be required to:
- Attend monthly board meetings and special meetings as required.
- Carry out special assignments as requested by the board chair.
- Participate as a vital part of the board body.
- Maintain knowledge of the organisation and personal commitment to its goals and objectives.
- Provide fiduciary oversight of finances and physical assets.
- Provide oversight of strategic plans.
- Understand and adhere to the constitution.
- Ensure policy is implemented and followed.
- Knowledge or understanding of Kiingitanga, Waikatotanga and Whakatupuranga 2050
The successful applicant will become familiar with Waikato-Tainui strategies associated with this role and provide quarterly written reports on key initiatives and metrics.
Expressions of Interest are sought from Tribal members to represent Waikato-Tainui on this Committee
Kia tupu, kia hua, kia puaawai
The Southern Initiatives Joint Steering Group
The Southern Initiative is one of the two big place-based initiatives in the Auckland Plan. The purpose of The Southern Initiative (TSI) is to plan and deliver a long-term, 30-year programme of coordinated investment and action to an area of Auckland with significant social, economic, cultural, and environmental opportunities but also significant challenges. The TSI is an opportunity to dramatically improve the quality of life and well- being of iwi and residents, reduce growing disparities, as well as increasing employment opportunities, for the benefit of all of Auckland and New Zealand.
The Auckland Council Auckland Plan Committee approved an interim Governance and Delivery Structure for the TSI including the establishment of a Joint Steering Group (JSG). The JSG membership includes Mana Whenua represented by a combination of nine Iwi, hapuu and marae.
Particular Skills/Competencies Sought
Waikato-Tainui is currently looking to fill this role with a tribal member who has a genuine interest in the community and the work that the JSG are doing. The following skills and knowledge are required:
- Willing to take risks
- Ability to think outside the square (comfortable with new ideas and ways of doing things)
- Prepared to challenge if the work looks like business as usual
- Strong networks across the tribal rohe and the ability to engage with marae and rangatahi
- Strong relationship building and interpersonal skills
- Strategic thinking coupled with the ability to represent the views and aspirations of Waikato-Tainui
- Knowledge or understanding of Kiingitanga, Waikatotanga and Whakatupuranga 2050
The successful applicant will become familiar with Waikato-Tainui strategies associated with this role and provide quarterly written reports on key initiatives and metrics.
Expressions of Interest are sought from Tribal members to represent Waikato-Tainui on this Committee
Kia tupu, kia hua, kia puaawai
If you are interested in representing Waikato-Tainui on either of these Boards, please email your application and CV to [email protected] subject reference Community Law or TSIJSG. Applications close at 4.00pm on Thursday, 11 April 2024.
Annual Report 2022
It is with pleasure that I receive the 2021-22 Annual Report on behalf of Te Whakakitenga o Waikato and present it to our people for their consideration.
Our Marae
Across 33 Hapuu we have 68 Marae.
It is our responsibility to ensure we are taking full advantage of our strengths and resources to realise our Whakatupuranga 2050 vision
He Paatai?
If you have any questions please do not hesitate to call the secretariat team on 0800 TAINUI or email us on [email protected]