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TE HEKE NGAHURU PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT SUMMARY 

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WHANGANUI – DAVIS LECTURE THEATRE – 14 DECEMBER 2023 

  • Vital that decision-makers work together to address the Awa as a whole.  

  • More engagement opportunities welcomed. 

  • It’s good to hear the story of Te Awa Tupua and clarify any misconceptions. 

  • Listening allows the community to digest information and gain understanding.

  • This is important for our whole community.  

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TAUMARUNUI – RUAPEHU DISTRICT COUNCIL – 18 DECEMBER 2023 

  • Attendees resonated with the concept of seeking guidance from the River 

  • The absence of prescriptive “you must do” approach is valued. 

  • Common appreciation of the values of Te Awa Tupua. 

  • Praised opportunity for the community to talk and be heard. 

  • Frequent engagement welcomed. 

 

ZOOM – 20 DECEMBER 2023 

  • Providing space and opportunity to learn was embraced. 

  • Power of working together under a common value set is evident. 

  • Individuals unfamiliar with this approach may require reassurance and clarification.

 

WHANGAMOMONA – WHANGAMOMONA HOTEL – 25 JANUARY 2024 

  • Attendees showed a strong connection and engagement with their farms, their Awa and the wider environment. 

  • The community has seen an improvement in their Awa over the last 30 years, this is due to ongoing conservation efforts carried out by the community 

  • Tupua te Kawa values are relatable, there’s a shared understanding and connection. 

  • Landowners express eagerness to engage in environmentally responsible practices such as limiting stock access to waterways and preserving wetlands, support and resourcing required to realise this. 

  • Access to funding could alleviate the financial constraints and encourage more landowners to participate in conservation initiatives.

  • Landowners face challenges due to stringent consenting requirements for projects aimed at creating or enhancing wetlands.

 

OHAKUNE – TE PAE TATA – 29 JANUARY 2024 

  • Effective communication and active engagement are essential.

  • All participants have the chance to become acquainted with Te Awa Tupua.

  • Hapū and iwi leadership is crucial.  

 

ZOOM – 30 JANUARY 2024 

  • Collaborative efforts among decision-makers are crucial for addressing the Awa comprehensively. 

  • Clarifying misconceptions about the story of Te Awa Tupua is essential, emphasising the value of frequent engagement.

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