Muaūpoko Tribal Authority Incorporated

Muaūpoko Tribal Authority (MTA) was established in 1997 originally as an Incorporated Society. Its main purpose is to protect Muaūpoko identity, assets and to build a stronger economic, social and cultural base for the Muaūpoko people. As a result MTA supports Muaūpoko Whanau, hapu and Iwi to achieve their aspirations in all spheres of whanau life. MTA has been the mandated by Iwi members under the Maori Fisheries Act - as the recognised representative organisation for Muaūpoko for Fisheries and Aquaculture.