Identity

Apakuratanga

Ngāti Apakura is dedicated to cultural preservation, community connection, and fostering a sense of belonging.

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Nau mai, tautī mai ki te whārangi ipurangi o Ngāti Apakura!

Ngāti Apakura is focused on rebuilding and strengthening our iwi in ways that are meaningful and lasting. That includes reconnecting with our whakapapa, restoring what’s been lost, and creating practical opportunities for our people.

A key part of this is building infrastructure. We're working to make use of our whenua — exploring, enterprise opportunities, and investments that can support the long-term wellbeing of our iwi.

We're also planning a marae/central hub and multi-purpose facility that will serve as a space for learning, events, support services, and connection for all our uri.

Alongside this, reconciliation remains at the heart of our kaupapa. This work is about creating stability, opportunity, and a clear path forward — not just for today, but for future generations.

A woman wearing a hat smiles while holding a baby at a roadside signpost with directional signs for Puahue, Rangiaowhia, Cambridge, and Awamut.
Explore our collection of Waiata

Ngā Kohinga Waiata

Explore our waiata collection through audio and video recordings, complete with lyrics and translations.

Listen to our waiata

Discover the whakapapa behind each song

Learn the meanings and histories of our waiata

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Rēhita Mai!