Kauwhata

148A Te Arakura Road, Feilding,
Manawatū-Whanganui 4775

E Rere taku manu ki ngā pae o Ruahine

Ka māwhiti te titiro ki Maungatautari te whenua taurikura o ōku tupuna

Whakararo te titiro ki ngā wai karekare o Oroua

E rere nga tai ki te āhuru mōwai o Kauwhata

Rarau mai ko ngā uri o Ngāti Kauwhata

I Heke mai i a Tainui Waka

Ko te aho o Hinepare e tau nei

Tihei mauri ora

Haere mai ki Kauwhata Marae – Kai Iwi Pā
Nau mai, haere mai, tauti mai!

Welcome to Kauwhata Marae, the heart of Ngāti Kauwhata and home of Ngāti Hinepare Hapū. Our marae stands proudly 9.1 kilometres outside of Feilding.

Hītori – Our Story

Rich in culture and history, Kauwhata Marae is a place where our traditions are kept alive through hui, wānanga, and kaupapa that bring our people together.

We uphold the values of Pai Mārire, and our grounds are also home to St Peter and St Paul’s Church, a treasured site in the history of the Hāhi Katorika.

Church Committee Members

Maureen Lawton, Eljon, Teremoana, Perenara, Sonia

Kauwhata Marae Trustees Portfolios

As one of the most active marae within our takiwā, we are a hub for whānau, hapū, and iwi a place to celebrate, remember, and plan for the future

Our marae is governed by ten Trustees, each representing a whakapapa line that connects us to our tūpuna, and supported by our Marae Committee, who manage the daily operations. Together, we work to protect our heritage and ensure the marae thrives for generations to come

Marae Trustees

Treasurer

Sheryllee oversees marae financial management, ensuring accountability and sustainable budgeting.

Vice Chair, Policy & Procedure Portfolio, Pou Tikanga / Paepae

Christine provides governance support and ensures legal and compliance oversight as Vice Chair. She leads policy and procedure development and upholds tikanga on the paepae, maintaining cultural integrity in all marae activities.

Te Kotui Reo Representative
Rosemary Tait brings a wealth of experience from her career as a legal executive and her continued involvement in community development and advocacy. As a representative of Te Kotui Reo and an active member of the Welcoming Communities Focus Group in Feilding, Rosemary is deeply committed to fostering inclusive, connected, and thriving communities.

Maintenance & Grounds

George ensures the marae buildings and grounds are well maintained, safe, and welcoming for all visitors.

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Whaiti Representative, Funding & Branding Portfolio
Perenara holds multiple governance and leadership roles within the iwi. He supports funding applications and leads fundraising initiatives and oversees branding strategies to enhance the marae’s presence, visibility, and identity.

Secretary, Funding Portfolio, Te Rōpū Hokowhitu Representative

Jill manages administrative duties, leads funding applications, and represents Kauwhata Marae within Te Rōpū Hokowhitu.

Chair, Te Kotui Reo, Whaiti Representative

Kelly provides strategic leadership for the marae, ensuring the voices of whānau are represented at Te Kotui Reo and Whaiti TROR forums.

Marae Committee Executive

Secretary

Booking Officer

Treasurer

Chairperson

He Tono Marae
– Bookings & Facilities

Kauwhata Marae (Kai Iwi Pā) is a cherished gathering place for whānau, hapū, and community in the heart of Feilding. Rooted in tikanga and guided by values of manaakitanga, the marae provides a welcoming setting for hui, wānanga, celebrations, and cultural events.

Facilities include the wharenui, wharekai, and open communal spaces that reflect the living traditions of Ngāti Raukawa. Whether for tangihanga, weddings, or educational visits, Kauwhata Marae offers a space where heritage, connection, and community are honoured.

Visitors are encouraged to respect the kawa of the marae and will be warmly supported to ensure gatherings are meaningful and respectful.

For booking enquiries, please contact bookings@kauwhatamarae.org.nz

Ngā Kaitiaki o Ngāti Kauwhata

Kia kōkiritia ai te ahurea, te pāpori, te ōhanga toiora o Ngāti Kauwhata

Advancing the cultural, social and economic wellbeing of Ngāti Kauwhata

Visit the Kauwhata Website

Ngā Kaitiaki o Ngāti Kauwhata is an iwi incorporation committed to the wellbeing and aspirations of our iwi members and wider community. Grounded in kaupapa Māori values, we deliver a range of holistic health and social services designed to uplift whānau and support their journey toward oranga.

Our approach is guided by our Ngā Uara (values): Āhurutanga, Manaakitanga, Kaitiakitanga, and Rangatiratanga, ensuring our mahi is safe, respectful, accountable, and empowering.

Our services include: