Te Toi Apārangi o Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi
The purpose of this advisory roopu is to provide advice to the Council and to the Chief Executive regarding mātauranga Māori, te reo, tikanga, kawa and any other matters that concern Awanuiārangi.
Members of Te Toi Apārangi are fluent in te reo Māori, experts in āhuatanga Māori (Māori tradition) according to tikanga Māori (Māori custom) and have maintained a long-standing relationship with the iwi and with the Council. Members are native speakers steeped in te reo and tikanga and have long been acknowledged as tribal experts by the iwi and for their tireless commitment and dedication to mātauranga Māori.
Sir Hirini Moko Mead
Distinguished Professor, Sir Hirini Moko Mead is a prominent and influential educator, scholar, historian, author, artist, writer and Māori leader. His significant contribution to education, Māori arts, language and culture spans over seven decades
Dr Pouroto Ngaropo
Dr. Ngaropo is a distinguished leader representing numerous iwi. He is a Tohunga, Māngai, and cultural leader, fluent in te reo Māori and English, dedicated to the revival of te reo Māori.
Dr Tuihana Pook
Dr Pook has been involved with education for many years with a focus on Māori, te reo Māori, and supporting her local community.
Mr Charlie Tawhiao
Mr Charlie Tawhiao is the Chair of both Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Te Rangi Iwi Trust and the Ngāi Te Rangi Settlement Trust. He has successfully led Ngāi Te Rangi through social, economic and political change.