Who to talk to

Greater Wellington region has seven recognised iwi authorities who represent the various parts of the region. Please contact them about resource consent applications. You may need to consult with more than one iwi, depending on where your proposed activity will take place. If you're not sure which iwi to contact we'll be happy to advise you.

The iwi are:

  • Ngati Raukawa - based in Otaki
  • Ati Awa ki Whakarongotai - based in Waikanae
  • Ngati Toa Rangatira - based in Porirua
  • Te Ati Awa and other iwi (represented by Wellington's Tenths Trust) - based in Wellington
  • Te Ati Awa (represented by Te Runanganui o Taranaki Whanui ki te Upoko o te Ika a Maui) - based in Lower Hutt
  • Ngati Kahungunu o Wairarapa - based in Masterton
  • Rangitaane o Wairarapa - based in Masterton.