Tena Koutou e te Iwi Mangakaware is a lake reserve located near Pirongia, in the District of Waipā. It has significant history for descendants of Tainui waka. The Lake and its surrounds were confiscated through Raupatu, and has been in private and council ownership since. Ngāti Hikairo and Ngāti Apakura retain mana whenua. At the… Continue reading Kia Hiwa Ra, Kia Hiwa Ra!