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.

The Rongowhakaata Iwi Trust looks towards the coming year, reflecting on the progress made in appointing new leaders across the Rongowhakaata Iwi Trust Group.

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.