PARAHIRAHI NGAWHA WAIARIKI TRUST
TE ANGA MUA
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Kia tu tika ai Nga Waiariki i roto i te pono me te tika mo nga uri whakatupu
Nga Waiariki will be self-sustaining into the future for the benefit of mokopuna |
Te ki whainga
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To manage and promote Nga Waiariki and its environs and ensure that its cultural, spiritual and historical values are cared for and preserved
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Strategic Plan
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Pou Rautaki 1: Mana Whakahaere | Leadership and Governance
Pou Rautaki 2: Whai Rawa | Financial Sustainability and Resilience Pou Rautaki 3: Mahi Tika | Operational Excellence Pou Rautaki 4: Hononga | Sustaining Connections Pou Rautaki 5: Tiaki Taonga | Protecting the Ngawha and whenua |
Ngā Matapono
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Kia putanga tangata tonu a te Pārahirahi o Huatakangaroa
May Pārahirahi keep overflowing with the multitudes of Huatakangaroa Kotahitanga: Actively engaged and working together Kia rongomau koe i te ruru o Maikuku May you find solace in the gentle shelter of Maikuku Manaakitanga: Kindness, hospitality and respect Kia tiakina e Tākauere May our treasures be safeguarded by Tākauere Kaitiakitanga: Guardianship Kia ora tonu i ngā waiariki o Kareariki May the sacred waters of Kareariki teem with vitality Oranga: Health and wellbeing Titia te toki o Hua ki te whenua Plant firmly the adze of Hua into the soil Mana Motuhake: Exercise our ownership over our natural and cultural resources |
The Trust
The Pārahirahi Ngawha Waiariki Trust is an Ahu Whenua Trust established under Te Ture Whenua Māori Land Act. The Trust represents 11 tūpuna owners, with each trustee a direct descendant of those original kaitiaki.
As guardians of Ngā Waiariki, we carry the responsibility to protect the cultural and spiritual essence of our taonga, care for its unique environment, and ensure it remains thriving for generations to come.
We make decisions that honour our tūpuna and create opportunities for our mokopuna. In doing so, we:
Our recent redevelopment is a reflection of transformation led by our people. It embodies our commitment to cultural, social, and economic wellbeing. We are shaping our future in our own way - exercising our mana motuhake.
As guardians of Ngā Waiariki, we carry the responsibility to protect the cultural and spiritual essence of our taonga, care for its unique environment, and ensure it remains thriving for generations to come.
We make decisions that honour our tūpuna and create opportunities for our mokopuna. In doing so, we:
- Care for our taonga and the natural environment
- Empower and celebrate our people while sharing our stories with respect
- Welcome visitors to experience the healing waters of Ngā Waiariki with generosity, authenticity, and aroha
Our recent redevelopment is a reflection of transformation led by our people. It embodies our commitment to cultural, social, and economic wellbeing. We are shaping our future in our own way - exercising our mana motuhake.
our journey
The story of the Parahirahi Ngāwhā Waiariki Trust is one of courage, resilience, and deep aroha for Ngā Waiariki.
Our connection to this whenua runs deep. In 1926, the land was formally set aside as a Māori Reservation, recognising its cultural and spiritual significance. In 1935, the Māori Land Court appointed the first Committee of Management from that decision - Manihera Erika Kauwhata, Hirini Heremaia, Taikota Poakatahi, Hone Heke Rankin, and Wiremu Te Ripi Jnr.
In 1950, the Court replaced the provisional committee with the first appointed trustees: Hirini Heremaia, Hemi Whautere Wi Te Hira, Hone Heke Rankin, Pereri Titore Tane, Hare Manihera, Tuhirangi Maihi, Tirahu Wikaira, Hana Anihana, and Wiremu Wi Hongi.
Over the years, many have carried this mantle, representing their tūpuna lines with pride and devotion, with some trustees serving between 30-40 years, a testament to the enduring commitment and love our people have for this whenua and its healing waters.
In 2009, the Trust began the process of reimagining Ngā Waiariki, driven by the aspirations of our people to create a space that reflects our values and serves our community for generations to come. After more than a decade of dedication, hard work, and resilience, we proudly reopened our new facility on 27 April 2022.
Along this journey, the Trust completed extensive feasibility studies and business cases, secured a 33-year management lease for the Council side of the springs, and transitioned from a Māori Reservation Trust to an Ahu Whenua Trust. We took part in environmental and resource consent processes to ensure the protection of the pools, managed the full redevelopment from carvings and pool restoration to landscaping and fit-out, and successfully brought the Ginn Spa property back into our ownership, restoring an important part of our cultural and healing landscape.
Our journey continues, guided by the wisdom of those who came before us and the dedication of those who carry the kaupapa today. Together, we remain committed to protecting and sustaining Ngā Waiariki for our mokopuna.
Our connection to this whenua runs deep. In 1926, the land was formally set aside as a Māori Reservation, recognising its cultural and spiritual significance. In 1935, the Māori Land Court appointed the first Committee of Management from that decision - Manihera Erika Kauwhata, Hirini Heremaia, Taikota Poakatahi, Hone Heke Rankin, and Wiremu Te Ripi Jnr.
In 1950, the Court replaced the provisional committee with the first appointed trustees: Hirini Heremaia, Hemi Whautere Wi Te Hira, Hone Heke Rankin, Pereri Titore Tane, Hare Manihera, Tuhirangi Maihi, Tirahu Wikaira, Hana Anihana, and Wiremu Wi Hongi.
Over the years, many have carried this mantle, representing their tūpuna lines with pride and devotion, with some trustees serving between 30-40 years, a testament to the enduring commitment and love our people have for this whenua and its healing waters.
In 2009, the Trust began the process of reimagining Ngā Waiariki, driven by the aspirations of our people to create a space that reflects our values and serves our community for generations to come. After more than a decade of dedication, hard work, and resilience, we proudly reopened our new facility on 27 April 2022.
Along this journey, the Trust completed extensive feasibility studies and business cases, secured a 33-year management lease for the Council side of the springs, and transitioned from a Māori Reservation Trust to an Ahu Whenua Trust. We took part in environmental and resource consent processes to ensure the protection of the pools, managed the full redevelopment from carvings and pool restoration to landscaping and fit-out, and successfully brought the Ginn Spa property back into our ownership, restoring an important part of our cultural and healing landscape.
Our journey continues, guided by the wisdom of those who came before us and the dedication of those who carry the kaupapa today. Together, we remain committed to protecting and sustaining Ngā Waiariki for our mokopuna.
Current trustees
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TŪPUNA |
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Haratua Tane Confirmed 10 March AGM |
Tane Marupo |
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Heemi Witehira Confirmed at 21 May 2022 AGM |
Akinihi Witehira |
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Jo Walsh Treasurer Confirmed 10 March 2024 AGM |
Te Hemara Tupe |
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Pere WiHongi Confirmed 28 June 2025 AGM |
Makareta Poakatahi |
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Diane Ruawhare Confirmed 6 November 2010 AGM |
Hiku |
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Natasha Schuurmans-Komene to be confirmed at 2026 AGM |
Heni Tuwhai |
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Nathan Bryers Confirmed at 11 March 2023 AGM |
Manihera Erika |
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Jacqui Mokaraka Secretary Confirmed 29 June 2025 AGM |
Mikara Te Ripi |
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Renee Maihi |
Hone Tuhirangi |
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Eru Wano Confirmed 10 March 2024 AGM |
Wiremu Te Ripi Snr |
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Beaumyn Wihongi Chairperson Confirmed at 25 November 2017 AGM |
Wiremu Te Ripi Jnr |
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