Treaty Claims Update 11th June 2010

On the 22nd May 2010, Muaupoko Tribal Authority Inc. hosted a facilitated Claimants and Hapu hui at Kawiu Marae. The purpose of the hui was to discuss a collaborative approach to advance Muaupoko's Treaty claims and interests. The hui was well attended with a majority of Claimants represented.

Muaupoko Tribal Authority delivered a presentation that encouraged a more collaborative approach. It proposed the establishment of a Muaupoko Claim Committee to drive the pre-mandate treaty activity and supported by Muaupoko Tribal Authority's infrastructure and resources. Muaupoko Tribal Authority noted that the Crown requires a robust mandate before negotiations begin and proposed that the Muaupoko Tribal Authority take the lead on behalf of Muaupoko's claimants and hapu. Muaupoko Tribal Authority's approach is to always ask: "What will best serve Muaupoko's interest".

Discussions that followed after the presentation were very positive with a common theme in the room being "Don't leave us behind". Muaupoko Tribal Authority is developing a process around establishing a Muaupoko Claims Committee that will be competency based to drive the activity and be open and transparent.

Please contact us with your email and postal address. Please call us on (06) 367-3311 or email mta@muaupoko.iwi.nz


Watch this space whänau.