Operation Patiki

On Saturday we were privileged to come together at the marae alongside the Raupare River and Te Awa Mokotuararo for a day of hands-on learning, connection, and whakawhanaungatanga.

Seeing our tamariki fully engaged in the activities, inspired by their surroundings, and building a genuine connection to the awa was a powerful reminder of why this kaupapa matters. The level of focus, curiosity, and pride they showed throughout the day was a true highlight and a clear win for our community.

So much learning happened naturally through doing — strengthening knowledge, deepening relationships, and nurturing kaitiakitanga for our waterways and whenua.

Ngā mihi nui to everyone who supported, participated, and helped make the day such a success. Big mihi to Cameron Ormsby as this day would not have happened otherwise. Together we are growing the next generation of guardians for our taiao. 💚

Kia Ora Whanau, all those interested in what is happening around Dredging on Te Awa Mokotuararo next week Tuesday 9 December 5pm.

Please let all our Clive, Whakatu and Pakowhai Whanau know.

Join us for a follow up hui to discuss the dredging project on Te Awa o Mokotūāraro

A light read for you whanau.

In the nursery repotting kahikatia, a few totara and Ferns today, with the Kai Whakaora program from Te Kupenga Hauora.

Some photos of the mahi done today at the Pā Harakeke on our Chadwick Whanau Whenua. Mauri Ora Te Aratika Academy and Mangateretere Kura.