Marae Mātauranga Sustainability

Tūwharetoa) and Genesis Energy signed an agreement to mitigate the ongoing impacts of the Tongariro Power Development Scheme (TPDS) on Ngāti Tūwharetoa.

An outcome of this agreement is the establishment of the Ngāti Tūwharetoa Genesis Energy Committee (NTGEC). The primary purpose of the committee is to distribute the mitigation funds on behalf of Ngāti Tūwharetoa. The Committee provides support for cultural, educational, health, and environmental initiatives.

25/26 Hui Dates

*Applications can be made throughout the year.

For Marae Mātauranga Sustainability initiatives, applicants must provide:

• Completed form.
• A detailed project plan and budget.
• Applicant must be registered with the Tūwharetoa Māori Trust Board (TMTB).
• Marae must be registered under the Tūwharetoa Māori Trust Board.
• A letter of support from the Marae/Hapū and a copy of the meeting minutes showing the resolution to support your project.
  • If applying for multi-marae, written support is required from each participating marae.
• A verified bank deposit slip or statement.

How much can you apply for?

You can apply for up to $5,000 per year if you are a single marae.

If your project involves multiple marae working together, or has clear benefits across the wider rohe, you can apply for up to $10,000.

The Committee may decide to offer partial or staged funding if your budget is not realistic or fully justified.