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Tangata whenua

On this page: Tai-ranga-whenua (Iwi unit), resource consents, Treaty partners , tangata whenua environmental plans, iwi authority web links, Manawhenua forum web links

Waikato Regional Council is entering an exciting era in resource management. The effect of climate change is encouraging us to reaffirm our responsibility to the natural environment, whilst seeking solutions through the longstanding associations that have been developed with our iwi partners over the years. Waikato Regional Council is exploring innovative ways to strengthen these relationships with iwi and Māori groups, both within and outside of the co-management agreements. We welcome you to join us on this journey.

Tai-ranga-whenua (TRW)

“Weave the land and the sea”.

In a social context the meaning reflects the role of the iwi unit, to foster partnerships between Māori and council by weaving together values, principles and goals so that our environment is enhanced for all, now and in the future. The development of Tai-ranga-whenua is a critical step towards building meaningful and working relationships across the organisation with iwi Māori and tāngata whenua throughout the region and strengthening Māori representation in council decision making.

Mission

“To foster partnerships so that Māori and Council are comfortably engaged and involved, so that our environment is enhanced for all, now and in the future

For enquiries with regard to matters of iwi/hapu interest in resource management please contact either of the following members on (07) 859 0999 followed by the extension number.

Rama Ormsby, Pou Tuhono (Programme Manager) x 8719
Erin Wilson, Kaiwhakarite x 8558
Gannin Ormsby, Kaiwhakarite x 8979
Carol Henry, Kaiwhakarite x 8841

In cases of after hours enquires and/or emergency response please call 0800 800 401.

Resource consents

Click on the link to view consent activity happening in your rohe (area), then select resource consent applications and recent decisions to view all resource consents received by Waikato Regional Council.

Find out more about the resource consent process.

Treaty partners

Treaty of Waitangi principles

Treaty redress:

On the 23 September 2008 the first reading of the Waikato-Tainui Raupatu Claims (Waikato River) Settlement Bill was heard in Parliament. Click here to view the speeches from cabinet ministers.

Other relevant legislation to encourage pathways for participation by Māori: