Te Kaupapa Rautaki provides the strategic direction of Te Runanganul o Ngati Porou. The Strategic Plan is structured around the concept of a Wharenul, with the foundation provided by Te Reo o Ngati Porou me ona tikanga. The Wharenul is held up by five Pou representing the key strategic goals of the organisation - Rangatira, Whanau, Matauranga, Kaitiaki and Whairawa.