Ngati Hei ki Wharekaho

The Ngati Hei Charitable Trust

Learn about our mandate, governance, and how we support Ngati Hei across communities.

A meticulously arranged archival table inside an iwi trust records room, devoid of people but rich with detail. Acid-free boxes, labeled with carefully printed tags bearing te reo names of locations and kaupapa, line the back of the scene on sturdy wooden shelving. On the table, open archival folders reveal neatly stored historical documents and a rolled-up map of coastal boundaries, held gently by a carved wooden paperweight shaped like a small waka. Cool, diffused overhead lighting and a nearby frosted window create soft, even illumination with minimal shadows, emphasizing preservation and care. Photographic realism highlights paper textures, aging ink, and the smooth grain of the shelving. Shot from an eye-level angle with clear focus across the frame, the mood is orderly, respectful, and scholarly, representing the trust’s responsibility for iwi records and cultural knowledge.

Charitable Trust Role

We operate within a legal framework linking the trust to Ngati Hei, guiding decisions with tikanga, accountability, and iwi consultation.

Ngati Hei Trustees


Johnny Johnstone


Chairman


Kelly MacPherson


Secretary


Grant McLean


Treasurer


Jan Courtenay


Trustee


Hayley George


Trustee


Peter Matai Johnstone


Trustee

Get in touch

Please reach out to learn how the Ngāti Hei Ki Wharekaho Charitable Trust operates, supports our iwi, and manages cultural and charitable matters for our whānau and community.

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