Introducing our chairperson – Donna Tainui

Ōnuku Rūnanga recently held elections for our chairperson, following the retirement of George Tikao. Donna Tainui has been elected as our executive chairperson for our incorporated society. Donna is the eldest daughter of Wi and Kyra Tainui, and the mother of Finn, Josh and Maddie.

Donna is a strong leader at our marae and also within our local community. She is employed as deputy principal at Akaroa Area School, where she was once a student – as are her children today. We know Donna will be an excellent chairperson for us and we wish her well.

Puaka celebrations

Again another successful Puaka event was held over the recent school holidays. The four-day event was enjoyed by many families from Ōnuku, Akaroa and our wider community.

He mihi ki a koe Wayne Robinson for your leadership in Preparation for Hangi Tikanga, Ka mau te wehi.

He mihi ki a koe Wayne Robinson for your leadership in preparation for tikanga hāngī, ka mau te wehi.

Tamariki enjoying the Wednesday night event.

Tamariki enjoying the Wednesday night event.

Resting on our walk to Ōnawe.

Resting on our walk to Ōnawe.