He Rauru
He Rauru - the Kaupapa Māori Framework for Western Bay of Plenty District Council is our commitment to ensuring that Te Ao Māori (the Māori worldview) and Mātaraunga Māori (Māori knowledge systems) are reflected in the work that we do. It also provides the basis for engaging with Tangata Whenua in a way that is genuine.
Council has a strategic objective of growing authentic Te Tiriti based relationships. What does this mean? It means that we have effective, enduring and trusted partnerships with iwi, hapū and whānau. This approach means we not only meet our statutory obligations to Māori but we partner with them because it enhances their mana within their rohe and supports better outcomes for all.
Our Kaupapa Māori Manager and CEO have a message for you–listen in.
Kōrihi te manu, takiri mai ko te ata, ka pō, ka ao ka awatea, tihei mauriora
The call of the bird marks the breaking of dawn, behold, there is life.
What does He Rauru mean?
A Rauru is a rope woven together by three strong strands bound together as one. He Rauru represents the strength our organisation wants to create when it comes to kaupapa Māori. In the case of He Rauru, those strands relate to Tangata - looking after people, to Mana - having the authority to make decisions and tikanga - our way of doing things.
