Ngati Porou News from Home

February 9, 2015

He Maumaharatanga - Dr Apirana Mahuika

His passion for the promotion and protection of Ngati Porou Taonga and Te Reo ake o Ngati Porou was unrelenting as was his commitment to the self-determination of Ngati Porou whanau / hapu, and to education and the pursuit of excellence in all endeavours.

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January 29, 2015

Pakirikiri marae 20th Anniversary Pa Wars Champions.

In total $15,250 worth of sponsorship money was allocated out to the marae who came first, second or third in the events they entered.

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January 16, 2015

Auckland Nati Day Out

The programme for the day kicks off at 1pm and includes entertainment provided by the fabulous Maaka Pohatu (of the Modern Māori Quartet), a bouncy castle and water sprinkler for tamariki, a lovely kai and other fun activities.

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January 12, 2015

Collective effort raises $11,500 for Ngāti Porou marae

When we first partnered with Contact to establish Nati Power, we said we wanted to start a power revolution. The revolution has begun and now Ngāti Porou needs to demonstrate its people power,” said Ms Houkamau.

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January 1, 2015

Nati Nous- A profile on TRONPnui Chair, Selwyn Parata

Ngati Porou has much to be proud of, however we cannot afford to live off the deeds of our elders and ancestors. We must all make our own mark and contribution to Ngati Porou growth and development.

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December 31, 2014

20th Anniversary of Pa Wars

Thirty-three events are on offer, catering for all age groups and interests from table tennis, to trivial pursuit, A new event for 2015 will be Ngati football (soccer).

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December 31, 2014

Celebrate the beginning of the new year

For first-timers or returning attendees, this uniquely cultural and spiritual experience begins with a 4am start assembling at the base of Pakihiroa Station.

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December 16, 2014

First to see the sun

"If you want to find out what being Naati's all about, come to the maunga, come back home "

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