Recognised iwi in the Māori Fisheries Act 2004

Population: 46526

Tainui’s mana extended over much of the northern half of the central North Island. Ngati Maniapoto’s traditional lands encompassed the expansive King Country, much of which was traditionally known as Te Nehe-nehe-nui (the great forest).

The western coastline forms the boundary from south of Kawhia down to the Mokau district. It was here that the Tainui canoe landed, and its anchor can still be seen there today.

The northern margins extended to Lake Ngaroto. The eastern side runs along the Rangitoto and Hurakia ranges, with the Tuhua Ranges forming part of the southern boundary.

Iwi rohe interest in local authority regions and districts

This rohe of Waikato extends into the regions or districts of the following local authorities. This implies that the iwi has asserted a level of mana whenua / kaitiakitanga in each of these local authorities and should be consulted on Resource Management Act matters if they impact on those areas.

Regional Council

Auckland Council

Environment Waikato (Regional Council)

Territorial Authority

Auckland Council

Waikato District Council

Hamilton City Council

Matamata Piako District Council

Waipā District Council

Ōtorohanga District Council

For a map of marae locations: Waikato Marae

Contact information for hapū and marae may be provided by the Representative Organisation at their discretion.

1 Representative Organisation found: