Te Hua o te Kawariki Trust

To promote, preserve and enhance the spiritual, economic, social and cultural wellbeing of people resident in Hokianga or of people who may culturally identify with Hokianga.

To preserve, present and promote the local oral traditions of Kupe, his arrival and life in Hokianga, his departure and journey to Hawaiki, the subsequent return to Hokianga of people led by Kupe’s grandson and nephew, and of their descendents’ journey into the contemporary world.

To establish a heritage centre to facilitate the presentation of the oral traditions of Hokianga, and the research and record of the history, culture and lifestyles of Hokianga.

To establish appropriate facilities to house and care for any taonga which may be placed in the care of the Trust.

To encourage the protection, understanding and appreciation of the heritage sites and landscapes of Hokianga, and the preservation and enhancement of the natural environment of Hokianga.