Our History

We’re proud of our history and of our lands, so we’re documenting the challenges and the triumphs that brought us here today.

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Our People

Our people make up the many layers of our history and will create the layers of our future. To celebrate the struggles, achievements, success, contribution and inspiration of our people, we share their stories.

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Panui

Eke Panuku is your monthly panui. It's a place to share our stories and the history of our lands and tupuna. We also use it to keep you up to date with what’s happening and what’s coming up.

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Start the Registration Process It’s easy!

Am I Eligible? Register Online

Are you Ngati Rarua or
Te Atiawa Manawhenua Ki Motueka?

Register Now

In 1845, Land Commissioner William Spain recorded 94 Ngāti Rārua and 15 Te Ᾱtiawa people as manawhenua ki Motueka. If you can establish a direct lineal descent, be it by birth or adoption, from the named 109 original owners of our land, you can register as an owner of this Trust. We encourage you to get in touch if you would like assistance.

Register now

1 . Register online

Go to our Registration Form and submit your details.

2 . Wait for us to process your registration

We verify your details. This takes us up to two weeks to complete.

3 . Your are registered as an owner

You will receive your personal Membership Card. You can now use the Members Only Area of our website and apply online for Member Benefits.