Ngā Puna Rau O
Rangitīkei
Mō Ngā tamariki mokopuna
Collective Iwi partners
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Awa in the Catchment
Te Mana O Te Wai
The Rangitīkei Awa (the Awa) and its extensive catchment area have been a vital source of sustenance for our people for countless generations. This river has served as the central hub of our communities, providing not only a place of refuge but also acting as a crucial resource for our māhinga kai. It is deeply intertwined with our identity and traditions, embodying our tūrangawaewae—the place where we stand and belong.
Watch the video below where Neville and Robert talk of the importance of the mahi Ngā Puna Rau o Rangitīkei is doing.
Our People
At the heart of the awa restoration initiative is a deeply committed team whose passion and expertise shine as a guiding beacon of hope for future generations. Their steadfast dedication not only fosters a profound and enduring connection to the land and waterways but also plays a crucial role in preserving and enhancing the unique cultural heritage and natural beauty of the Rangitīkei Awa. Through their tireless efforts, they are ensuring that this vital resource continues to thrive and be cherished for many years to come.
Tīkeitia ki Uta, Tīkeitia ki Tai – He Tawhito te Ra e Tu nei, He Tai e Kato ana aku Waewae – Ko Ngā Puna Rau o Rangitīkei e!
Our Projects
We want the health and wellbeing of the Awa to be restored. We expect this to require a different type of conversation and approach to the balance of activity occurring across the Awa, and how the impacts of those activities will be managed.
Click the links below to read more about the mahi we are doing to restore the mana of our Awa and Lakes.
Keep up to date
Stay connected with Ngā Puna Rau o Rangitīkei as we work to restore the Rangitīkei River and its ecosystem. Join our community for updates on events and volunteer opportunities that promote the health of our land and waterways for future generations.
Final stage at Lake Oporoa
Final stage of mahi at Lake Oporoa The community came together in a spirit of celebration at Lake Oporoa, nestled in the picturesque Kawhatau Valley, to mark a significant achievement in environmental restoration. Over the past two years, tireless dedication and...
Mahi at Lake Oporoa
Important mahi at Lake Oporoa This morning, we focused on thoroughly reviewing the final elements of the restoration project at Lake Opora, working in collaboration with Scotty and Anna from HRC and Tere and Nathan from Fordell Weedsprayers. We confirmed the required...
Ria Watson Interview
The Meetings – Rangitīkei me Hautapu Written Interview by Ria Watson From a very early age, we just loved going down to the meeting of the waters, that is the Hautapu River and the Rangitīkei River, just on the top side of the bridge. We'd picnic there and swim there...
Stakeholders and Partners
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