Kia ora

Welcome to Akona Rangitāne, the Rangitāne o Wairarapa Education website.

Akona Rangitāne contains educational material about the iwi for descendents and the community at large.
There is information on a wide range of subjects from mythology, origins, world views, the natural world, social structure to contemporary issues.
The knowledge and wisdom of Ngati Hamua, paramount hapu of the iwi, kaumatua and work of hapu researchers is used extensively to ensure that specific local information is available.
Documents, websites and other useful material produced by other sources have been utilized to provide a greater coverage and often to save duplication of an existing resource that aligns with iwi understanding or beliefs.

Throughout the website look for examples, challenges and questions that are designed to increase your thinking.
To learn more about Rangitāne o Wairarapa Incorporated go to www.rangitane.iwi.nz.