Ngā Ara Mātua Scholarship

This scholarship is to support a Ngāti Tūwharetoa undergraduate student at Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington studying in any of the four categories listed below, which align to the Pou identified in the Tūwharetoa Māori Trust Boards Mahere Rautaki 2021-2026.

The four categories for consideration are:

Pou Taiao We are kaitiaki of our moana and awa This pou encourages the active protection of our wai and natural environment inclusive of mātauranga Tūwharetoa.

Pou Tikanga Ngāti Tūwharetoa live as Tūwharetoa This pou supports the maintenance and practice of Tūwharetoa kawa and tikanga, and the nurturing and revitalisation of te reo Māori.

Pou Tangata Ngāti Tūwharetoa are educated, health, and connected This pou focuses on educational and vocational achievement, healthy active lifestyles, a holistic approach to wellbeing, and the adoption of new technology, innovation, and media to remain connected and engaged with Ngāti Tūwharetoa.

Pou Tātāwhai We successfully manage our assets for the benefit of future generations This pou recognises that a sound approach to business management supports the achievement of our Mahere Rautaki. Fiduciary responsibility, while achieving positive financial returns, will build long-term revenue streams for future generations of Ngāti Tūwharetoa.