Our Pūrakau
Nau Mai, Haere Mai!
Te Kauika o Patuharakeke Waka Ama was proudly formed in 2023 and aims to educate our whānau and wider community around water safety and Waka Ama. Waka Ama is open to everyone who loves paddling—whether you're a beginner, a casual paddler, a competitive racer, or an elite athlete.
We value fun and inclusivity, whakawhanaungatanga, and most importantly, local Patuharakeke mātauranga. We foster a strong, supportive, educational kaupapa. Come and be apart of our vibrant community!
Mauri Ora!
Te Kōmiti o Te Kauika o Patuharakeke
Values
Manaakitanga: We encourage the practice of reciprocity through sharing of ourselves and our resources, nurturing all people and accepting our differences.
Whanaungatanga: Nurturing our sense of belonging, individual identity and collective strength through kinship within the waka ama community.
Hauora: We aim to uplift the overall wellbeing of all our members through kinship and waka ama.
Tu Tangata: We are accountable for our actions. We practise respect for ourselves, others, the environment and our resources. We stand proud in our integrity.
Huri noa: We promote community inclusiveness
Hononga: We aim to increase cohesion of the community through promotion and encouragement of participation.
Tikanga
Te Kauika o Patuharakeke Incorporation:
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Recognises and acknowledges Māori are Tāngata Whenua, the indigenous people of the land.
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Fosters and maintains the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
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Demonstrates, maintains and promotes our Values and cultural identity.
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Creates and fosters friendship among the peoples who practice the sport of Waka Ama regardless of culture, religion, political af iliation, age or gender.
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Promotes the well-being, health and safety of all paddlers and others involved in our sport.
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Te Kauika o Patuharakeke Incorporation waka ama welcomes paddlers of all ages, gender and dif erences of paddling ability.
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