To be united, innovative, and the leading marae in Te Tau Ihu ō te Waka a Maui, ensuring Tinorangātiratangā is able to flourish for the benefit of our whānau, hapū, iwi and our mokopuna.
Our Mission Statement
Whakamanatia, te tapu, te ihi, te wehi, ō te whānau (To address, restore and enhance the Mana and Tapu of the Whānau)
Our Values
Tua Tahi - Whakawhānaungātangā – the links to whānau is paramount
Tua Rua - Manaakitangā – Nurturing relationships, looking after people
Tua Toru - Tinorangatiratanga – empowering individual input
Tua Wha - Kaitiakitanga – to be the guardian of
Tua Rima - Kōtahitanga – the togetherness, singly focused-unified
Tua Ono - Whakapapa – the importance of linking
Tua Whitu - Aroha – love, respect
Tua Waru - Tika – right – as it should be- correct
Tua Iwa - Whakapono - with integrity and Truth
Our Strategic Direction
Whakatū Marae will contribute to the whānau, hapū and iwi, Māori and community by supporting the aspirations of our community on this marae through:
Participation in Te Ao Māori
Maanakitanga, through the use of Whare Tupuna and Wharekai
Establishing systems and guidelines that increase the opportunities for cultural participation
Creating long term employment initiatives and opportunities for whānau
