Owae Marae Whaitara

27/08/2026

Honoured to be hosting this special afternoon at Manukorihi Pa, Owae Marae, led by Matapaepae Urwinand He Rau Oranga. Registrations are essential, no cost to attend.
More details below👇

⭐️⭐️⭐️VENUE CHANGE⭐️⭐️⭐️
Due to unforseen circumstances we have relocated our event to Owae Marae Whaitara. We look forward to seeing you all on Sunday!

Preparing to Prepare — Whānau Symposium

Have you ever wondered what you would do if someone you love passed away?
Would you know what needs to happen, who to call, or what decisions need to be made?
Have you talked with your whānau about what they would want?

These are conversations many of us put off because they can be difficult — but being prepared can make an incredibly challenging time a little easier for our whānau.

He Rau Oranga invites you to join us for Preparing to Prepare — for when we lose a loved one.

This is the first in a series of wānanga designed to help whānau understand, prepare for and navigate the journey of losing a loved one — before, during and after their passing.

Facilitated by the beautiful Jivanni Adams, this wānanga will bring together kōrero, shared experiences and practical guidance from
some of our amazing local experts.

We will also be joined by other expert keynote speakers who will share their knowledge and insights across an array of important kaupapa, including:

Kahu Whakatere
Hospice care and support
Tikanga and kawa at the marae
What whānau can expect and prepare for
Practical guidance around the journey of losing a loved one
And so much more!

This will be a safe space to listen, learn, ask questions, share experiences and have the conversations that matter — so that when the time comes, our whānau are better prepared.

📅 Sunday, 30 August 2026
⏰ 1:00pm
📍 Ngāti Rāhiri Office, 38 Queen Street, Waitara

⚠️ Registration is essential, so don't miss this opportunity to bring your whānau along and be part of these important kōrero.

📧 Register now: https://forms.gle/9GJmywJH9LdUbFxH9
For queries please email [email protected]

Funded by Taranaki Electricity Trust

02/08/2026

☀️ Electrify Our Community with Owae Marae
This year we are part of the Taranaki Sustainable Trails, sharing in our journey to electrify Ko Tamawāhine-wharekai with solar. There is also an opportunity to view and experience the Tangaroa Restoration project on site as well. An afternoon at the Marae, all welcome.

Sunday 15th November 2026, 1-4pm.
More details can be found here
https://events.humanitix.com/electrify-marae

26/06/2026

Atamārie
Live Broadcast available today.
Please keep an eye on Te Korimako o Taranaki page for updates.

| Tā Māui Pomare 90th Anniversary Commemorations 2026🔹Wānang...

11/04/2026

IMPORTANT PĀNUI:

Please see information below from Taranaki Civil Defence Emergency Management. Let’s be safe and prepared as a community.
Please check in on your neighbours, whānau, kaumatia and kuia.

We will be sharing updates as they become available.

It’s feels like a bit of a waiting game now 😮‍💨 With severe weather forecast tomorrow as Cyclone Vaianu moves towards New Zealand. If you haven’t already take some time today to check your kit and make a plan.

🚨Check your emergency kit:
Enough water and food for three days
Torch, radio and spare batteries
Fully charged phone and power bank
First aid and any essential medications
Warm clothes and blankets
Copies of important documents

🎒Have a grab bag ready:
In case you need to leave quickly, pack a bag with:
Clothing, snacks, water
Phone charger and power bank
Medications and personal items
ID and important documents

🏚️Think about your household:
Make a plan for where you would go if you needed to evacuate
Bring pets inside and make sure you have food for them too
Check in with family, friends and neighbours
Preparing doesn’t mean the worst will happen, it can just mean being ready.

We’re continue to monitor the situation and share update as needed

21/01/2026

We are excited about this event happening in March over Taranaki Anniversary weekend.
For more information, contact Waitara Bar Board Riders Club

16/01/2026

You may have noticed a sign outside the Marae, promoting a community event happening at the Marae tomorrow afternoon evening.

We have enjoyed hosting this event, to welcome in all members of the community in relaxed, family fun atmosphere. Event starts at 5.30pm, you can come and go as you like but please leave your four-legged friends at HOME.

We will have some raffles for sale inside Ko Tamawāhine, come and see Roina for more details Manukorihi PaTrustees