Te Ataarangi ki roto o Tainui

Ko Mātou Tēnei
Welcome to Te Ataarangi ki roto o Tainui, where we are committed to preserving and revitalising te reo Māori. As part of the esteemed Te Ataarangi community, our dedicated team of educators and language enthusiasts creates an inclusive environment for learners to immerse themselves in the beauty of te reo Māori.
Through innovative teaching methods and engaging experiences, we foster a deep understanding of Māori customs and values while igniting a passion for the language. Together, we honor the enduring legacy of Te Ataarangi and strive to empower generations to embrace and thrive in the richness of te reo Māori me ōna tikanga.

Ngā Kaihāpai
This group of wahine whose unwavering commitment and advocacy have played a pivotal role in shaping what Te Ataarangi ki roto o Tainui is today. For years, these dedicated individuals have been a vital part behind TAKROT's growth and success, championing the preservation and revitalisation of the reo Māori especially within Tainui. Their commitment and advocacy continue to inspire future generations today, ensuring that the enduring legacy of Te Ataarangi remains alive and thriving.
Te Ariki Tapairu Te Atairangikaahu
Kāterina Te Heikōkō Mataira
Pētiwaea Manawaiti
Te Kōmiti
Meet the committee that consists of six passionate members who are committed to the revitalisation of te reo Māori me ōna tikanga within rohe, motu and beyond. The committee is responsible for running the operational side of TAKROT, which includes supporting the kura that run classes, managing kaupapa in the rohe and secure funding and contracts that works toward our Mahere Rautaki. They are also responsible for managing the organisation's finances, coordinating with external partners, and ensuring that the organisation runs smoothly.
The committee meets regularly to discuss TAKROT's progress and to plan future events and initiatives to support their mission of promoting te reo Māori me ōna tikanga in the Tainui region. Their hard work and dedication have enabled TAKROT to become a vibrant and thriving community of Māori language learners and enthusiasts.

Hinemoa Peke-Manawaiti
Tiamana

Makere Roa
Takawaenga

Sam Toka
Tiamana Tuarua

Okeroa Waitai
Mema

Maureen Muller
Mema

Andrea Hall
Kaituhi
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Kristina Muller
Kaitiaki Pūtea
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Sapphire Barrett
Pouāwhina
Ngā Pouako
Our Pouako o Tainui are pivotal figures within the rohe, providing unwavering support to our kaiako and nurturing the growth of te reo Māori. As Pou Reo, they uphold the integrity of Te Ataarangi across our region, offering guidance, resources, and leadership to ensure our kaupapa thrives. With deep mātauranga and commitment, they are the backbone of our language movement in Tainui.

Okeroa Waitai
Waikato/Maniapoto

Hinemoa Peke-Manawaiti
Waikato/Hauraki

Makere Roa
Maniapoto

Andrea Hall
Waikato

Hariata Adams
Hauraki
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Kimai Tocker
Taumarunui
Ngā Kaiwhakaako
Our active kaiako are the heart our kaupapa here in our rohe. Teaching across a range of kura and community spaces, they bring Te Ataarangi to life using the silent way methodology and kaupapa-based learning. Each kaiako contributes to building confident, connected reo Māori speakers, nurturing learners of all ages across the motu.
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Kataraina Wright
Thames
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Kahurangi Peke-King-Minnear
Kirikiriroa
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Raihania Timu
Taumarunui
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Ryo Ishinabe
Kirikiriroa
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Ihapera Toka
Kirikiriroa

Tamihana Broughton
Kirikiriroa

Jo Flavell
Kirikiriroa

Arihia Mauriohooho
Kirikiriroa