Tai-ranga-whenua provides cross-council advice, guidance and support on iwi Māori related matters, and continues to build, maintain and strengthen working relationships with tangata whenua in the region at operational, technical and governance levels. Our work includes providing support and advice to council on Māori language and protocols, and consultation with iwi or hapū, aimed at lifting the capacity of council to engage with Māori.
Tai-ranga-whenua assists in maintaining our commitment to iwi Māori co-governance and co-management by facilitating relationships and partnerships and providing policy and strategic advice with a Māori focus.