There are many versions of the exploits of Kupe. Each hapü and iwi may have slight or significant variations; each version is correct for that hapü or iwi. This is part of the beauty and richness of Mäoritanga; its variety. Below is the version give
This research project sets out to describe the iwi of Te Rarawa in terms of its sense of ethos and identity. Before such a description can begin the nouns ethos and identity need to be clearly defined to provide focus.
Te Aupouri Maori Trust Board is a statutory board established under the Maori Trust Boards Act 1955.
This site has updates and current information on the board.
Long ago Ruanui brought his people to Aotearoa/New Zealand on the Mamari canoe. They landed first at Hokianga and eventually came to live at Pawarenga on the Whangape Harbour in the far north. There the Ngati Ruanui tribe built a fortress called Makora.
Te Reo o Ngati Kahu will be be a site for information, history & traditions, events, panui, newsletters etc. relating to Ngati Kahu. Regular reports will be posted on Ngati Kahu activities and events.
Ngati Kahu Social Services is a provider of Health, Education and Social Services to the Te Hiku o Te Ika rohe (Far North). Site includes description of all services, newsletters, marae and contacts.
