On December 14th, whānau came together in the true spirit of Rongowhakaata—supporting one another, sharing kōrero, and strengthening our connections as we look toward the future.

The day was a reminder that our strength lies in unity. Together, we embraced the opportunity to reset and refocus, supporting one another as we carry forward the vision for our iwi.

Elections NZ have now completed the vote processing and our subsequent reconciliations for this year’s election. Thank you all for your participation in the election process and congratulations to the successful candidates.

The Rongowhakaata Iwi Trust opposes the Principles of the Treaty of Waitangi Bill and will be submitting a formal response to ensure our collective voice is heard. To empower whānau to participate in this important process, we have provided the following information to help you understand how to make your own submission. Karawhiua e te whānau!

Want to understand how the Rongowhakaata Iwi Trust makes investment decisions to benefit our iwi today, and for generations to come? Our goal is to ensure every dollar spent and every decision made aligns with our values to uplift and empower Rongowhakaata whānau, hapū, and iwi.

He Utanga Rau: 23/24 Annual Report from Rongowhakaata iwi Trust

Dive into our Collision narrative as we share our version of our Cook ‘encounter’ - 255 years of Strength and resistance.

The picture the 2204 Census data released today, paints a vital future for Rongowhakaata.

This biography seeks to answer the questions: Who was he? What qualities set him apart as a leader, and how did his actions and decisions shape the lives of those around him? As we delve into his legacy, it becomes clear who Rukupoō truly was from his resistance to the dispossession of Tūranga lands and contribution to the cultural, spiritual and physical well- being of Rongowhakaata and Tūranga people, both Pākehā and Māori.

Whakarongo mai to the dynamic leadership of Rongowhakaata with the GATTit Podcast series, "Get at The Table." This podcast showcases inspiring discussions, insights, and stories from Rongowhakaata Iwi Trust Board members, celebrating their contributions and their journey to leadership.

Kura Pō is delivered online via Zoom on Monday nights in six week blocks beginning at 6.30pm NZST A new learning block; Wāhanga 3 will begin on Monday 30 September 2024.

184 years ago Te Tiriti o Waitangi was signed by Rongowhakaata at Tauranga-kōau between the 5 -12 May 1840.

The Wānanga-a-Iwi was held on 23rd March 2024, our haerenga led us through the heart of our rohe, from Taurangakoau to Pākirikiri, Ōtipi, and finally Rongokako-Pouawa.

This opportunity for whakawhanaungatanga, enabled Rongowhakaata to reconnect with this part of our rohe, not often seen, including Waerenga o Kuri.

The team elevates environmental and indigenous leadership by utilising traditional knowledge alongside modern science for the regeneration, and preservation of ecosystems across key sites of cultural & historical significance.

Our Reo Strategy aims to reverse the effects of colonisation by re-affirming Rongowhakaata identity through the culture and practices of language revitalisation.

We are pleased to present this video presentation of Rongowhakaata Iwi Trust's Annual Review, as an opportunity to reflect on the challenges, achievements and growth over 2022-2023

This tour provided whānau with the opportunity to explore these significant sites, reconnect with the whenua, and pose questions. Throughout the tour, we shared traditional narratives associated with these locations.

Te Pūtunga o te Hinu’ literally means the oozing of fat. This line is taken from the iconic ancestral lullaby ‘Pōpō’. A Tūranga song about nourishment, succession, and identity.

The Native Garden Nursery at Makaraka has recently been purchased by Rongowhakaata. This acquisition is a step towards restoring Rongowhakaata vitality to Tūranga places, people and toi.