Te Rūnaka o Awarua Incorporated

30/07/2026

The Kaumātua Hui on Friday 31st has been cancelled. We will let you know when a new time and date is set

29/07/2026

28/07/2026

Election Enrolment Kōrero Sessions 🗳️

E te whānau, with the General Election coming up, we're here to help make sure you have the information you need to take part.

Starting this week, we'll be available every Wednesday during clinic time through to Wednesday, 5th August. Come along for a relaxed kōrero where you can check that you're enrolled, update your details if you've moved, learn more about the Māori Electoral Option, and ask any questions you may have about enrolment and voting.

Whether you're enrolling for the first time or just want to make sure everything is up to date, you're welcome to drop in. Enjoy some kai, connect with others, and get election-ready in a friendly, supportive environment.

We look forward to seeing you there! Nau mai, haere mai!

Brought to you by Awarua Whānau Services, 0800 292782 (AWARUA), in collaboration with the Electoral Commission.

27/07/2026

Kaumatua "Old Māori House" Tārere ki Whenua Uta Hui and Kōrero

We invite kaumatua who have an interest in what happens to the "Old Māori House, Tārere ki Whenua Uta, to a hui and discussion.

Venue: Te Rau Aroha wharekai at the Marae, Bradshaw Street
Date: Friday, 31 July 2026
Time: after Taurite Tū from 11.30 am-1.00 pm

As light refreshments will be provided, please RSVP by Tuesday, 28 July 2026 to [email protected] or 021 279 8827.

We encourage as many of our kaumatua to attend, so please let other kaumatua who may have an interest know.

27/07/2026

Kia ora whānau
You should have received an email from us inviting you to join a hui on 9 August. The email includes a link to register. If you haven't received the email, please let us know by emailing [email protected]

Join Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu Kaiwhakahaere Justin Tipa, Chief Executive Ben Bateman, and Chief Operating Officer Kendall Flutey for discover what this means in practice, including how the Office of Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu is changing and evolving to deliver on the aspirations of Mō Kā Uri.

This session will provide an opportunity to:

Hear directly from those leading this work.

Gain a deeper understanding of Mō Kā Uri, Kai te Haere, and the Office transformation programme.

Learn about the priorities that will guide Te Rūnanga Group over the coming years.

Understand how Office services, investment, and resources are being aligned to support tribal members and Papatipu Rūnanga outcomes.

Ask questions and share your whakaaro.

Lunch will be provided.

18/07/2026

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18/07/2026

16/07/2026

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