Note: These comments are my own and not confirmed by the Trust yet
Attended by:
Aunt Lil Manawaroa
Tohe Manawaroa-Aweawe
Albert Thompson
Mary Wakefield
Mary Topine
Karen Boyce
Mary Topine
Davey Paki
Casey Paki
Nephew Nahona Paki (observer)
No apologies
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Voted and confirmed following positions:
Casey Paki - Chairman
Davey Paki - Deputy
Secretary - Mary Wakefield
Treasurer - Karen Boyce
More details of meeting to follow...
Monday, March 26, 2012
Monday, February 27, 2012
Pics of section
A map provided by the Rangitikei District Council of the paper-road on the property.
You can see that some of the baches are inside the council boundaries.
This pic shows going through the gate where the section starts and then you turn hard left and go along the fence line about 100 metres.
The view looks back to the gate. You can see the river in the background and the stockyards to the right by the trees.
Gate where section starts
Quick rundown of meeting weekend
Friday
* Saw the Westpac Bank - Organised bank statements to do tax year ending 31 March 2011. Also confirmed process to change bank account signatories
* Saw Murray Carey, the accountant - Determined what was needed to do our tax for the year ending 31 March 2011. Will follow up at Trust meeting
* Went on tour of the section with Tohe Manawaroa-Te Aweawe (fellow trustee) and Bob Craig (farmer with grazing lease on the property). A lot bigger than I imagined and a lot of fun on the back of a quad bike. Took a few pics and will post some when I can.
* Tohe and I discussed the beach with the environmental services team leader of the Rangitikei District Council - couldn't say too much as the Trust had not had an opportunity to meet yet.
A long day with a lot achieved and am happy with how things went.
Details of the main meeting on Saturday to follow...
* Saw the Westpac Bank - Organised bank statements to do tax year ending 31 March 2011. Also confirmed process to change bank account signatories
* Saw Murray Carey, the accountant - Determined what was needed to do our tax for the year ending 31 March 2011. Will follow up at Trust meeting
* Went on tour of the section with Tohe Manawaroa-Te Aweawe (fellow trustee) and Bob Craig (farmer with grazing lease on the property). A lot bigger than I imagined and a lot of fun on the back of a quad bike. Took a few pics and will post some when I can.
* Tohe and I discussed the beach with the environmental services team leader of the Rangitikei District Council - couldn't say too much as the Trust had not had an opportunity to meet yet.
A long day with a lot achieved and am happy with how things went.
Details of the main meeting on Saturday to follow...
Saturday, February 18, 2012
Sunday, January 29, 2012
Follow up to Maori Land Court Meeting 22 November
The Trust had an appointment at the Aotea Maori Land Court this day to change and appoint trustees as well as review it.
This meeting was called at the Whanganui RSA at 1pm to discuss any matters arising from it.
Matters arising from Maori Land Court meeting
Appoint a Deputy Chairperson
The Maori Land Court judge thought it prudent that the Trust consider appointing a Deputy in the absence of the Chairperson being available. The Chairperson Waru Allen had sent his apologies due to illness.
The matter was put before the Trustees and determined that a Deputy be appointed. Nominations were called for the position.
A Thompson nominated C Paki. T Manawaroa – Te Aweawe seconded it.
L Manawaroa nominated D Paki. D Paki replied he would rather be the guy doing the ‘mahi’ in the background but would accept the position if nominated.
It was put to a vote and a motion passed that C Paki be appointed Deputy Chairman.
Baches
During Court proceedings C Paki mentioned to the Judge that the Trust was in good shape however the “baches situation” was a concern to everyone.
A number of parties had different views on what should happen to the baches on the property. All original bach-holders signed Memorandum of Understanding forms and one of the main points was that they applied to the original owners with life-time interests only. This was confirmed by L Manawaroa.
The Judge agreed that there were a variety of issues that needed to be resolved and asked the Trust to provide a progress report to him within six months.
It was agreed that the Trust would debate the matter at our next meeting.
Other business
Expenses
C Paki asked if the Trust could reimburse his travel costs from Auckland to attend Trust meetings.
He had spent close on $1000 this year on travel to attend meetings and did not want to bear the burden alone. L Manawaroa disagreed saying she would prefer local people as costs would be less and attendance could be an issue. D Paki asked whether any trustees were receiving fees. No-one could answer properly yes or no.
It was ascertained that C Paki wanted to be involved with helping progress the Trust forward and that it was a fair and reasonable request.
It was put to a vote and a motion passed that C Paki be reimbursed all past and current travel costs to attend Trust meetings.
Next Meeting
We discussed possible dates for our next meeting.
Still to be determined.
This meeting was called at the Whanganui RSA at 1pm to discuss any matters arising from it.
Matters arising from Maori Land Court meeting
Appoint a Deputy Chairperson
The Maori Land Court judge thought it prudent that the Trust consider appointing a Deputy in the absence of the Chairperson being available. The Chairperson Waru Allen had sent his apologies due to illness.
The matter was put before the Trustees and determined that a Deputy be appointed. Nominations were called for the position.
A Thompson nominated C Paki. T Manawaroa – Te Aweawe seconded it.
L Manawaroa nominated D Paki. D Paki replied he would rather be the guy doing the ‘mahi’ in the background but would accept the position if nominated.
It was put to a vote and a motion passed that C Paki be appointed Deputy Chairman.
Baches
During Court proceedings C Paki mentioned to the Judge that the Trust was in good shape however the “baches situation” was a concern to everyone.
A number of parties had different views on what should happen to the baches on the property. All original bach-holders signed Memorandum of Understanding forms and one of the main points was that they applied to the original owners with life-time interests only. This was confirmed by L Manawaroa.
The Judge agreed that there were a variety of issues that needed to be resolved and asked the Trust to provide a progress report to him within six months.
It was agreed that the Trust would debate the matter at our next meeting.
Other business
Expenses
C Paki asked if the Trust could reimburse his travel costs from Auckland to attend Trust meetings.
He had spent close on $1000 this year on travel to attend meetings and did not want to bear the burden alone. L Manawaroa disagreed saying she would prefer local people as costs would be less and attendance could be an issue. D Paki asked whether any trustees were receiving fees. No-one could answer properly yes or no.
It was ascertained that C Paki wanted to be involved with helping progress the Trust forward and that it was a fair and reasonable request.
It was put to a vote and a motion passed that C Paki be reimbursed all past and current travel costs to attend Trust meetings.
Next Meeting
We discussed possible dates for our next meeting.
Still to be determined.
Aotea Maori Land Court meeting 22 November 2011
The Trust had an appointment at the Aotea Maori Land Court this day to change and appoint trustees as well as review it.
Trustees replaced:
* Frances Huwyler (resigned)
* Anita Seymour (non attendance)
* Arapiu (non attendance)
* Nahona Paki (deceased)
* Whare Te Maari (deceased)
Trustees re-confirmed
* Waru Allen (gave apologies due to illness)
* Mary Ruihi Smith Topine (need to confirm)
* Ruihi Manawaroa (Aunty Lil)
* Mary Wakefield
New Trustees
* Tohe Manawaroa-Te Aweawe
* Casey Patena Mariu Paki
* Albert Rongonui Thompson
* Karen Ann Boyce
* Davey Maanuera Paki
The Court then opened the floor to see if anyone had anything to say.
I brought up the issue of Whanau being unhappy with people having baches on the property. A debate ensued with the result being that the Court wanted a progress report in six months. It was something that needed to be clarified so everyone knew where they stood.
The Court then suggested that the Trust elect a deputy chairperson if the chairman was unwell or in hospital regularly.
The Court then thanked everyone for their time and looked forward to our report in six months
Trustees replaced:
* Frances Huwyler (resigned)
* Anita Seymour (non attendance)
* Arapiu (non attendance)
* Nahona Paki (deceased)
* Whare Te Maari (deceased)
Trustees re-confirmed
* Waru Allen (gave apologies due to illness)
* Mary Ruihi Smith Topine (need to confirm)
* Ruihi Manawaroa (Aunty Lil)
* Mary Wakefield
New Trustees
* Tohe Manawaroa-Te Aweawe
* Casey Patena Mariu Paki
* Albert Rongonui Thompson
* Karen Ann Boyce
* Davey Maanuera Paki
The Court then opened the floor to see if anyone had anything to say.
I brought up the issue of Whanau being unhappy with people having baches on the property. A debate ensued with the result being that the Court wanted a progress report in six months. It was something that needed to be clarified so everyone knew where they stood.
The Court then suggested that the Trust elect a deputy chairperson if the chairman was unwell or in hospital regularly.
The Court then thanked everyone for their time and looked forward to our report in six months
Wednesday, December 7, 2011
Was notified on Saturday 3 December that the Chairman of Rakautaua No 9 Trust Waru Allen passed away.
I only got to know Uncle Waru in recent years and knew of him more by reputation.
One story I do have, is me asking him at the last Trust meeting he attended, to enlighten us "younger ones" about what he remembers of the beach. He smiled and giggled to himself as he reminisced about the beach and funnily, Whangaehu pub patrons. It took me a while to realise that some of his conversation was about my koros brothers. Gems I never knew about. I thought I was making it up in my head. That changed when my brother came over to me excitedly after coming to the same conclusion. It was priceless.
A knowledgeable well-respected kaumatua who seemed to be involved in all things that helped Maori progress forward. I even remember watching the news one time on TV with cameras focussed on the regal gentleman speaking on the marae...Uncle Waru.
A person I know we will fondly remember and miss deeply.
I only got to know Uncle Waru in recent years and knew of him more by reputation.
One story I do have, is me asking him at the last Trust meeting he attended, to enlighten us "younger ones" about what he remembers of the beach. He smiled and giggled to himself as he reminisced about the beach and funnily, Whangaehu pub patrons. It took me a while to realise that some of his conversation was about my koros brothers. Gems I never knew about. I thought I was making it up in my head. That changed when my brother came over to me excitedly after coming to the same conclusion. It was priceless.
A knowledgeable well-respected kaumatua who seemed to be involved in all things that helped Maori progress forward. I even remember watching the news one time on TV with cameras focussed on the regal gentleman speaking on the marae...Uncle Waru.
A person I know we will fondly remember and miss deeply.
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