Ngā Poutiriao Ō Mauao Renew Commitment To Shared Kaitiakitanga
The Mauao Trust and Tauranga City Council signed a renewed Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) this month, formalising the ongoing joint administration of the Mauao Historic Reserve.
This agreement continues the partnership established in 2013 and updated in 2018, and outlines the roles, responsibilities, and decision-making processes of Ngā Poutiriao ō Mauao, the joint administration board.
'This agreement is more than a document, it's a living expression of our shared responsibility to care for Mauao,' says Mauao Trust Chair Matemoana McDonald. 'It recognises the mana of iwi as kaitiaki and the importance of working together in good faith.'
Under the new MOU, Ngā Poutiriao will continue to co-manage the reserve in accordance with the He Korowai Ariki o Mauao Strategic Plan and the Mauao Historic Reserve Management Plan.
The board comprises equal representation from the Mauao Trust and Tauranga City Council, with four members appointed by each party.
Tauranga Mayor Mahé Drysdale says the renewed MOU is a testament to the strong relationship between the Trust and Council, and to their shared vision for Mauao.
'Together, we are committed to ensuring this taonga is protected, respected, and celebrated while ensuring public access and community engagement continues.'
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