Ko Taiawhio Wati tōku ingoa, he uri tēnei nō Waihaua marae.

Ko Matiu Heretini Wati tōku Pāpa, ko Taiawhio Tamihana Matiu Wati tōku ‘Granma’. 

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My passion abounds in enhancing the wellbeing of Te Uri o Hau through kaitiakitanga o te taiao.  Our collective wellbeing is underpinned by the mauri of our natural environment.  We must be transformative in this space to ensure a fruitful and culturally enriched future for our next generations.  

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I am currently employed as a planner with Kaipara District Council.  I hold a BA Honours (1st Class) in Social Policy, a Postgraduate Diploma in Planning, and I am currently completing my Masters in Resource and Environmental Planning.  Previously, I worked in the shearing sheds as a cook, rousy, presser and shearer.  

 

My diverse skill set will support the development of creative and innovative strategies to deliver positive outcomes to strengthen our hapū.