Trouser-less, hypothermic man serenades Greenlea rescue helicopter staff after Urewera Ranges rescue
After four days without food, a trouser-less man with severe hypothermia was rescued by the Greenlea Rescue Helicopter yesterday and thanked them with a song. The helicopter was dispatched to the Urewera Ranges to an active locator beacon yesterday. The ranges were misty and cloudy and there was reduced visibility but a man was spotted, just before 4pm, in a clearing near a hut about 150m from the...
A remarkable tale of survival is been celebrated by crew on the Greenlea Rescue Helicopter. A spokesperson for the rescue helicopter says the crew was dispatched yesterday by the RCCNZ to an active beacon in Te Urewera Ranges. “Despite the stunning blue skies in Taupo the ranges were quite different with claggy misty cloud, reduced visibility, and areas of notable turbulence. “A man was...
Tūhoe shares the secrets of Te Urewera Tūhoe are welcoming visitors from around the world to learn the secrets of Te Urewera – but reckon Kiwis should be first in line. Four years ago, the tribe assumed guardianship of Te Urewera, following the region’s change in legal status from a national park to a living entity. Today, the 2127km2 area, which extends from the northern...
A new cultural hub in Ruatāhuna is the third eco-friendly building for Ngāi Tūhoe, representing their values of mana motuhake and self-sustainability. Jason Renes went to the opening and explored Tūhoe’s 40-year housing strategy. This is part of a series on Māori land and housing. Hokimoana Te Rika-Hekerangi sits on the courtyard of Te Tii. Her hair is cloudy white, her moko kauae is green-black. It almost gleams when the light...
Taking responsibility is our Permanency
Transcription of CEO Te Uru Taumatua Kirsti Luke presenting a korero at the Interactive Dialogue on Harmony and Nature during the commemoration of International Mother Earth Day – General Assembly, 72nd session. To the sovereignty and aspirations of member states, my admiration. To the organizers, panelists and people who celebrate earth day, my respect. My name is Kirsti I am an indigenous person, and that should not scare you. All that...
Te Tii intends to contribute to a vibrant Ruatahuna
It seeks to be a central hub which breathes new life into the village and uplifts the local community. It anticipates the arrival of manuhiri to experience a Tuhoe way of life, to spend time in Ruatahuna and be introduced to Te Urewera. The new facility will accommodate a general store, the tribal office, , gas station, motel, radio station, laundry, market place, playground, community garden and other inviting outdoor...
