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Ngāti Kea Ngāti Tuarā is a proud hapū of Te Arawa, based in Horohoro, near Rotorua. Our vision is to strengthen our culture and community by embracing our whakapapa, reviving our traditions, and protecting our whenua for future generations. We are dedicated to maintaining our mana and rangatiratanga through environmental stewardship, the preservation of our reo (language), and the continuation of important cultural practices such as kapa haka, mahi toi, and waka skills.
At the heart of our mission is the connection between our people, our land, and our heritage. By fostering unity and support within our hapū, we are committed to ensuring that the values and aspirations of Ngāti Kea Ngāti Tuarā continue to thrive in the present and future.
Ngāti Kearoa Ngāti Tuarā is home to several marae that are integral to our cultural identity and community life.
Kearoa Marae: Located between Horohoro maunga and the Pōkaitu awa, Kearoa Marae is one of Te Arawa’s oldest meeting houses, where gatherings, hui, and cultural events take place.
Rongomaipapa Marae: Situated near Kearoa, Rongomaipapa celebrates the whakapapa links between Te Arawa and Ngāti Kahungunu, and continues to be used by whānau for community events.
Tarewa Pounamu Marae: In central Rotorua, Tarewa Pounamu Marae is used for various social services and community activities, including Māori language classes.
Each marae is a place of deep cultural significance, preserving our traditions and connecting us to our past.
On 4 June 2022 the Rotorua Museum Te Whare Taonga brought our taonga (Horoirangi and 3 toki) to Kearoa Marae.
Horoirangi is an atua wahine, a revered kaitiaki of Ngāti Kearoa Ngāti Tuara. Her care ensured the fertility and protection of the lands around the ancient pa Te Whetengu, at Tihi-o-Tonga.
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This panui is to advise you about progress we are making on Te Whakamaru o Horohoro – our predator free maunga project.
