NKII 32115 NewsletterWeb - Ngāti Kahungunu Iwi Incorporated

Hoea ra
Nuhaka School performing
at the recent Wairoa District
Kapa Haka Festival
Kamau te wehi! Pakipaki School hosted
the HB Primary School Kapa Haka
Festival and they performed brilliantly.

Ngä mihi nui o te tau, o te rä whänau o Ihu
Karaiti me ngä manaakitanga o te tau hou
kia koutou katoa ngä uri o ö tätou tipuna ko
Kahungunu räua ko Rongomaiwahine.
Kia ü ki te whänau, kia piri ki ngä tino hoa
kia whakatea i runga i te whenua tüturu o tö tatou tipuna
Kia ita kia ita
Hui e taiki e
Another year has ended, a year of yet more bumps, abrasions and
bruises. But amidst the commercial frenzy of celebrating the birth of the
Prince of Peace, there is the real value of aroha as we embrace whanau,
re-ignite old friendships, re-gather sweet memories of those who’ve
passed on, and dream prosperous thoughts for a brighter future for our
mokopuna.
We wish you all a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Please take
care in your travels. Be safe and enjoy the season in good health.
Na te Tumuaki/Chairman
Ngahiwi Tomoana
Ngäti Kahungunu Iwi Incorporated Board
‘Nga Taumata’
Nga Taumata is a remarkable collection of photographic
portraits of Ngäti Kahungunu 1870-1906 by Samuel Carnell.
Each portrait is accompanied by an essay in English and
Mäori, which provides insight into the lives and times of the
individuals Carnell photographed.
Nga Taumata is one of the many fruits of Tohara Mohi’s discovery. This
book is based on the exhibition Kahungunu (eponymous ancestor) ka
moe..(to marry, to dream) ka puta…(to be born) which was developed
as a partnership between the National Library of New Zealand Te Puna
Mätauranga o Aotearoa, Ngäti Kahungunu Iwi Incorporated and The
Hawke’s Bay Cultural Trust. It opened at the Hawke’s Bay Exhibition
Centre in Hastings in November 2000, was later shown at the National
Library Gallery in Wellington, and is scheduled for exhibition in Masterton
and Wairoa in 2004. Nga Taumata presents an intimate and telling portrait
of Ngäti Kahungunu during a period of great upheaval and challenge for
the iwi. Ngäti Kahungunu researchers undertook the selection of tipuna,
biographical essays, and whakapapa in Nga Taumata.
Nga Taumata was launched on the 11th December 2003 and is now
available for purchase from Ngäti Kahungunu Iwi Incorporated. Ring toll
free: 0800 524 864 or email: ngataumata@kahungunu.iwi.nz Price
hardcover: $39.95
Lisa O’Connor
Kym pictured with her whanau at her powhiri.
NKII congratulates our former Finance Officer Lisa O’Connor and her family,
on the new arrival of their baby boy, Jack Dawson. Lisa will be spending
quality time with baby Jack while on parental leave and will return in the
future when baby is older. Well-done Lisa, you timed that one right!
Rohitha Wathugedara
Ayubowan! Kia Ora! to Rohitha who has replaced Lisa as the Finance Officer.
Rohitha, originally from Sri Lanka, recently moved to Hawke’s Bay from
Auckland to build a new life here in Kahungunu. Rohitha has a financial
background and she is an experienced accountant. Rohitha is a member of
the Associations of Accounting Technicians and Licentiate of the Institute
of Chartered Accountants. We welcome Rohitha on board.
Taanga Lawrence
Taanga was recently appointed to the position of Personal Assistant to the
General Manager, a new role that involves providing support to the General
Manager in all facets of her work including administering to the needs of the
Ngäti Kahungunu Iwi Incorporated Board and all sub-committees. Taanga
has vast experience in all areas of administration and management operations.
The management team at Ngäti Kahungunu Iwi Incorporated has already
seen the benefits of Taanga’s role and look forward to working with him.
Taanga’s biggest challenge is being the only male in a wahine strong office.
Kym Hamilton
Kym Hamilton also joins the team as the new Kaiwhakahaere Mätauranga
Education Project Manager. Kym is from Wellington where she has worked
extensively within the Ministry of Education, Te Puni Kokiri, Victoria University
of Wellington and most recently the Department of Internal Affairs.Kym will
be looking at improving educational opportunities and outcomes for Ngäti
Kahungunu Iwi and Mäori in the Ngäti Kahungunu rohe. Her expertise in
policy planning and reporting, information development, and working with
key stakeholders in accordance with the Ngäti Kahungunu Mätauranga plan
will be invaluable for Ngäti Kahungunu.
Naumai Haere mai, Welcome on Board Kym!

Hikarahui Taewa, 2nd Aggregate Year 12
and prefect for 2004 with whanau
In October 2003 Ngäti Kahungunu advertised information about the Elections.
Ngäti Kahungunu has a 3 tier election process which provides for mandated
representation from the mana whenua and includes representation of taura here.
Triennial elections are underway in your Taiwhenua.
FIRST: You need to have the mandate of your marae/hapu through an election
process to secure a position on the Taiwhenua Board.
SECOND: Taiwhenua Board members are eligible to stand for the Chair and
Deputy Chair, of their organisation. These are the people who progress to the NKII
Board. This election is conducted by postal vote. You must be a registered
member, over 18 years, with current address on the database to vote.
THIRD: Only Taiwhenua representatives on the NKII Board are eligible to stand
for election of the Chair and Deputy Chair of Ngäti Kahungunu Iwi Inc. This election
is conducted by postal vote. You must be a registered member, over 18 years,
with current address on the database to vote.
To allow for the greatest participation in the elections we need to have our database
as accurate as possible. There are over 13000 people registered with the iwi. It is
vital that we have your correct address and your date of birth to enable you to vote.
Please contact our office and update your records or if you are not sure if you are
registered contact our office. You can make any inquiry about your own personal
information by calling the office and speaking to Ruth Wong or Naumai Ropitini:
Ph (06) 8762 718 or Toll free 0800 KAHUNGUNU (524864)
Mäori Television Services
General Manager for Quality
Te Reo Mäori
Joseph Te Rito, mokopuna a Rangitane, Rongomaiwahine
me Kahungunu.
On the 16th of November over 150 people departed from
Hastings to tautoko Joseph to his new position as General
Manager for Quality Te Reo in Mäori Television. His powhiri
at Orakei marae was most breath taking and impressive
where he was supported by Rongomaiwahine and Ngäti Kahungunu. Joseph had been
the Faculty Dean of Te Manga Mäori at EIT for the last 16years.
His education professionalism and his passion for te Reo Mäori will be well remembered
by staff and students of the institute. Joseph remains the Manager of Te Reo Irirangi o
Ngäti Kahungunu and the chairman of Omahu Mäori Committee. He will be working from
the Mäori Television building based at New Market, Auckland. Ka kino te pai!
Various Graduates 2003
2003 has been a wonderful learning year for those who
desired to take on the challenge to study and further
educate themselves throughout the year. During all of
the hard work and tireless nights staying up to complete
that last assignment or read that 2-inch thick book to
prepare for the exam the following morning, you begin
to wonder why you even started. But then at the end
of the year, when those results come in and you look
forward to your graduation date, you smile and pat
yourself on the back and when graduation day comes,
you stand with honour to receive your taonga.
This has been the case for many Kahungunu people
throughout the motu and you are all commended for
your efforts.
Pictures with captions supplied by Hawea Tomoana.
Graduates from Te Whare
Takuira o Kahungunu
2003 BA (Mäori) Graduates
• Davidia Ashby Kahungunu / Rongomaiwahine
• Te Rangimarie Collins Ngäti Porou, Whakatohea
• Rihari Ferrall Kahungunu
• Kathleen (Kaz) Jones Kahungunu
• Hayley Pearcy Kahungunu / Tuhoe
• Garry Skipworth Kahungunu
• Wiki Stoddart Kahungunu
• Potiki Teepa Tuhoe
• Meihana Watson Kahungunu / Rongomaiwahine
2003 BA Honours (Mäori) Graduates
• Henare Akurangi Kahungunu tuwhare
• Zaine Mitchell Kahungunu
Ngäti Kere Marae Based Studies
Hester Goodwin - St Josephs Mäori Girls
College Dux for 2003
Te Aute College Dux - Papanui Akuhata
Top Female student - Turahira Ngaronoa
• Joylene Rohe Kahungunu / Rongomaiwahine
• Speedy White Tuhoe
On Saturday the 13th December Ngäti Kere whanau hosted their first Marae based Studies
Graduation. The Ceremony celebrated the accomplishments of Tauira who graduated in the
following area of study: Diploma in Design and Art, Diploma in Mäori Studies, and a one
year course towards a Degree in Mätauranga Mäori studies. The Ngäti Kere Marae based
studies has been a great success and the rate of achievement has been wonderful. Next
year continues with more valuable learning at Porangahau and what’s good is that anyone
is welcome to come and study too.
The aim of this programme is to provide education that best fits the aspirations of this
generation. To strengthen and maintain the knowledge of Mäori language and cultural
practices, (tikanga) in order to develop fluency of our Mäori reo and to ensure the survival
of cultural traditions through activities especially designed to encourage communication in
Mäori. Practical skills within this programme are complemented with in-depth study of Mäori
knowledge and culture, including karakia, history, art, waiata and contemporary developments.
With the inclusion of field trips to gain an appreciation of local history, there are lectures and
workshops during the 5 x 4 day marae noho (stays). There are also 3 x 6 day noho for Hui
Rümaki Reo during which the participants are encouraged to communicate in te reo Mäori.
For more information contact: Judy Sciascia
at 06 8555 448, or the marae on 8555 504
phone/fax email judy.sciascia@twor.ac.nz

Are you wanting to study
but don’t know what to do?
Korero ki a Tipene
Haere mai, Piki mai, ka ke mai
Ko Kahuranaki toku maunga
Ko Ngaruroro toku awa
Ko Takitimu toku waka
Ko Ngäti Kahungunu toku iwi
Ngäti Poporo raua ko Ngäti Hinemanu
nga hapu
Mäori Women’s Welfare
League National Conference
Ko Korongata raua ko
Omahu nga marae
Ko Tipene Tipu toku ingoa
E nga mana, e nga reo nga iwi o te motu
Naumai Haere mai, Haere mai o tenei
Marae
No reira tena koutou, tena koutou,
tena koutou katoa
Tipene Tipu works for Te Whare Takiura o Kahungunu, the Eastern Institute of
Technology Hawke’s Bay as the Liaison Mäori & Pasifika. Tipene’s mahi involves
liaising with Mäori & Pasifika students who are looking at full or part time study at a
tertiary level. Tipene has many roles but his main responsibility is to provide prospective
students with information needed to guide them toward their educational goals.
Vacancies are available for Mäori whanau at
Te Whare Takiura o Kahungunu
• Certificate of Mäori Business partnered with Victoria University
The programme consists of six courses, of which three are delivered by Victoria
University staff here at EIT in block course mode (each course in over two weekends)
and the three remaining courses are delivered by EIT.
EIT course fees: $493 per course.
VUW course fees: $642 per course
• Certificate of Science & Technology
Whanau can enroll through the Rangatahimaia option. The course is aimed at Mäori
youth who are interested in careers in this area. Whanau with limited science and
mathematics background will receive a sound grounding in science & technology
enhancing career opportunities. All fees and books are paid for by Tertiary Education
Commission.
If your New Year goals include “Education” call Tipene and he’ll be more than happy
to help you with your inquiries.
Contact Tipene at EIT: Ph: (06) 974 8000 ext 6019 or Email: STipu@eit.ac.nz
The Mäori Women's Welfare League 2003 National Conference was hosted at the
Awapuni Conference Centre, Palmerston North by the membership of the Ikaroa
Region. Students at the Oratory Competition, held on the first day of the Conference,
represented the eight regions of MWWL.
Ikaroa was well represented by Whitiaua Black, Hono Black, Apirana Pewhairangi,
Huia Huata, Zoeanne Aranui and Candice Naera.
Whitiaua Black won the Tu Hikitia Trophy for senior male and his brother Hono Black
won the Te Atatu Branch Trophy for the intermediate male oratory sections.
Zoeanne Aranui has won, for two consecutive years, the
Ngahirakarangi Busby Memorial Trophy for the intermediate female
oratory section. Of Ngäti Pahauwera and Ngäti Porou descent she
is currently attending Hukarere School as a fifth former.
Zoeanne's response to being asked what she aspires to be is:
"Ko taku wawata kia uru atu ahau ki roto i te whare wananga o
Waikato - kia whai tohu mätauranga hei kaiako, hei hapai i nga
mokopuna Mäori i roto i nga mahi a kui ma, a, koro ma."
Zoeanne Aranui pictured between nga kuia (left)
Te Maari Joe and (right) Kahu Haig
Nui Bartlett and whanau
(Picture supplied by Hawea Tomoana)
Nui Bartlett with his award
(Picture supplied by Hawke’s Bay Today)
Carlien and husband Wharehina
Paul pictured with the Honorable
Parekura Horomia.
(Picture supplied by Hawke’s Bay Today)
Ngäti Kahungunu Iwi Incorporated has been a proud sponsor of
the Kahungunu Mäori Sports Awards for the past few years. A
partnership between Sport Hawke’s Bay and Ngati Kahungunu
Iwi Incorporated was initiated in 1999. The relationship has grown
from that time to the signing of the Memorandum of Understanding
between the two parties at Waipatu Marae mid 2001. The Ngäti
Kahungunu Sports Awards have been announced a success
and a positive focus for the iwi to portray Kahungunu role models
and achievements.
This year the Kahungunu Mäori Sports Awards event held at the
Pettigrew Green Arena in Taradale portrayed a high standard
that complemented the evening, depicting a touch of class in
pursuit of excellence. Those in attendance enjoyed the cheerful
atmosphere and entertainment while waiting in anticipation for
the announcement of the category winners and the overall 2003
Kahungunu Mäori Sportsperson of the Year.
The 2003 Kahungunu Mäori Sports Awards acknowledged the
following people: Junior Sportswoman of the Year: Ramona
Belmont - NZ Women’s Snooker/Billiards, Junior Sportsman of
the Year: Nui Bartlett – HB Magpies and NZ Men’s Touch Team,
Mäori Administrator of the Year: Carlien Paul – NZ Swimming,
National Softball and Regional Netball, Senior Sportsman of the
Year: Paul Winitana – NZ Tall Black and Mäori Koru Captain,
Coach of the Year: Dion Crouch – Zero Tolerance Kick Boxing
Trainer.
The 2003 Kahungunu Mäori Sportsperson of the Year was
awarded jointly to Ramona Belmont and Nui Bartlett. NKII
congratulates all those who were nominated in the various
categories and wish them every success for 2004.
We also acknowledge Sam Christie and Gevana Dean of Sport
HB, for organising this positive event, evidence of the strong
relationship between our two organisations. Planning of the 2004
Kahungunu Mäori Sports Awards, are well underway.
In less than 15 months the Inter Iwi Sports Challenge will take place here in Kahungunu.
Three iwi: Kahungunu, Te Arawa and Tainui will compete in the 2nd tri-annual Inter Iwi
Sports Challenge hosted by Ngäti Kahungunu Iwi. This event requires quality planning and
extensive preparation and already a committee has met to identify what needs to be done
to make this event a great success. Ideally each Marae will conduct a sports challenge to
lead up to an inter Marae challenge, thereafter a Taiwhenua challenge that will lead up to
the main inter iwi tournament. If you are interested in learning more about the Ngäti
Kahungunu Sports Challenge contact Danielle Keil-Lambert or Sam Christie at the Pettigrew
Green Arena (06) 845-9333.
The Ngäti Kahungunu Mäori Hockey Committee plans to hold their inaugural mixed junior
Hockey Tournament on 7th-8th of February 2004, at Legends Hockey Stadium, Park Island,
Napier. The Committee hopes to draw six teams to Napier for this weekend tournament
mainly from the Ngäti Kahungunu area.
Accommodation will be provided at local marae and kura kaupapa with a night of kapa haka
entertainment. Ngäti Kahungunu Mäori Hockey will enter two teams which are primarily
made up of Provincial Representative Age Group Hockey players under the age of 17.
If anyone is interested in entering a team or needs further information, please contact the
Secretary, Angie Fergus on any of the following:
Email: angief@ihug.co.nz, home: 06 834-2924 or work: 06 974-4307.

Five years ago a couple of Mäori hockey parents decided that there was not enough skill building for our
tamariki. In this vein in 1999 we embarked upon our journey of organising an inaugural Hockey Camp
for young Mäori players. Ngäti Kahungunu Black Sticks, Caryn Paewai and Tina Bell-Kake were approached
to coach and upskill our tamariki and provide good role models. According to our tamariki and parents
this Camp was a success!
Since this time we have held three further Junior Mäori Hockey Camps where tamariki me rangatahi from
Wairarapa through to Poverty Bay have attended. Mäori Players from the Blacksticks, the NZ Men’s
Team and the NZ Mäori Men’s Team have attended and have provided outstanding coaching and
leadership skills.
Though we would have liked our tamariki to have participated in the Iwi Sport Challenge, we decided that
we would use our initiative and hold a tournament where young players are able to network with other
provinces. Our Mäori kids need to have opportunities in their sport and we hope that we can provide some
assistance to help them strive for their goals by offering these opportunities.
Secretary: Angie Fergus
For the past 6 years Kaitoki, Makirikiri and Whiti te
Ra Marae have hosted a Marae Golf Tournament.
Each year more and more people have participated. The idea of each marae taking turns to host gives
that marae the opportunity to raise funds. This year all funds will go to Kaitoki Marae. Tee-off is at 10.00am
on Saturday 28th February 2004 at the Dannevirke Golf Club. Entry fee is only $20.00 which includes
morning tea and an evening meal. You’re playing for the ‘Dave Barber Memorial Cup’ and the ‘Inaugural
Inter-Marae Trophy’. Entries close on Sunday 22nd February 2004, so hurry up and get in with a grin.
Contact Stephen Paewai Tel: 06 374-6860 (wk), 06 374-6618 (hm) Fax: 06 374 6149
Email: steveandmoira@xtra.co.nz Please note (All entrants to supply handicap index and membership ID)
Ngäti Kahungunu was well represented at the Mäori Touch Nationals in Hopu Hopu where three teams
attended under the banner of Te Matau a Maui. The U21 Women’s team came third overall with the Open
Mixed making it to the semi-finals and the U21 Men’s team winning their section in an exciting final. A
total of 19 Kahungunu rangatahi were selected for the Mäori National Squads intending to participate in
the Youth World Cup in 2005.
Wahine Community Nurse shares her aspirations with the iwi
Ko Kahuranaki raua ko Maungakahia oku Maunga
Ko Ngai Te Rangikoianake raua ko Ngai Tu oku hapu
Ko Ngäti Kahungunu raua ko Ngäti Rongomaiwahine oku iwi
Ko Takitimu toku waka
Ko Ada Hapuku raua ko Hamiora Tangiora oku Matua
Ko Angeline Tangiora toku ingoa
Angeline Tangiora born and bred in the community of Te Hauke Heretaunga, has nursed the Hawke’s
Bay community for the past 12 years. As a youngster her career focus was to become a secretary.
However with the influence of her mother, Ada Tangiora, Angeline reluctantly began studies towards
becoming a nurse. In 1976 she completed her training which meant staying at the hospital quarters and
working in the hospital for 3 years as a registered nurse before moving into the community. Believing
she lacked the passion to be a nurse, she decided to leave the country to travel the world, where her
nursing qualification came in handy and she began nursing in Australia. Angeline returned home 15 years
later and her passion grew stronger as she saw the health needs in her community. Angeline initiated
some wonderful projects that to this day are still unfolding.
On her return to Kahungunu she saw many changes in the Health system that were positive for
Mäori. Angeline worked with Te Taiwhenua o Heretaunga Hauora which is now one of Heretaunga’s
main services to the community. She then moved on to work with Te Roopu Huihuinga Hauora
and created a support group for community nurses where they were able to meet on a regular
basis to share with each other and nurture each other so that they could be more effective in the
community for our people.
Recently Angeline left the workforce to further her studies by completing her Masters Degree in
Nursing and Management. The objective of this move is to gain a higher qualification and come
back into the health sector prepared for a leadership role rather than working at grass roots level.
Angeline said that we have many Mäori Health providers working at grass roots and it’s time for
us to move to the next level. Angeline hopes that other Mäori workers and nurses will follow so that
Mäori representation at Management level is strong and powerful. Good luck Angeline!
New resource for Rangatahi
"When Is It Not a Game?"
This Health Education Resource about Gambling includes a video and activity
manual. It is a national project involving teachers/leaders and youth training
for Rangatahi groups, informing youth about the pros and cons of Gambling.
Training and resources are free of charge.
If you work with Rangatahi and are interested in receiving these resources
contact: Ariana Frost, Karere Hauora, Te Rangihaeata Oranga, Hawkes Bay
Problem Gambling Services. PH: 06 878-9966
At Te Aute we can do anything
Te Aute College is traditionally reknown for producing top scholars in the calibre of Sir Apirana
Ngata, Sir Peter Buck, Dr Peter Sharples; rugby greats George Nepia, George Skudder, Peter
Goldsmith and even internationally famous entertainers like Sir Howard Morrison, but get a load
of this.
Wanganui Agricultural Land Based Training recently hosted the National Land Based Training
Competitions for secondary Schools. These competitions are equivalent to the well mooted Young
Farmer of the Year and yes, a team representing Te Aute College took out this national title.
Seven schools representing their regions, vied for this honour. The standard of competition was
extremely high and all teams performed impressively.Te Aute College earned the right to compete
at the nationals by winning the Hawkes’ Bay regionals.
All teams had to complete seven tasks and were judged on their knowledge of the activity, their
skill, and working as a team in the following areas.
• Sheep penning, drafting, catching and shearing a sheep
• Cattle drafting, weight, finding the mean average, drenching
• 4 wheel drive motorbike, hay-stacking onto a trailer, weaving,
circling, reversing, crossing a makeshift bridge
• General knowledge eg assembling milking cups, shearing hand
piece, wheelbarrow
• Fencing, connect an electric insulator, do an M tie, no.8 strain-off
• Construct a Pratley Yard for docking
• Tractor driving with trailer attached
Te Aute won the 4 wheel drive section, where they excelled in safety hazard and maintenance.
They won the Pratley Yard section. The time to beat was 14.5 minutes. They did it with 30 seconds
to spare. They also scored top marks for their all round skill and knowledge.
Donald Matiaha, Riki Hawaikirangi, Abe Whiti, Tamati Reedy, Joshua Chrystal and Robert Severne
represented Te Äute College with pride and after receiving their winning trophy, they performed
‘Tika Tonu’ a haka fitting for a team of winners.
Congratulations must also go to Marley Taukamo, their Land Based tutor.
Well done boys!
Whakatangata kia kaha Te Aute
Left: Abe Whiti and
Riki Hawaikirangi with
the prized trophy
Right: The Te Aute
Land Based Training
Group
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