Te Karewao
Te Pou Tupua are supported by Te Karewao, an advisory committee comprising three members - one appointed by Whanganui Iwi, one appointed by other iwi with interests in the Whanganui River and one appointed by local authorities.
An additional person may also be appointed to Te Karewao from the iwi and hapū with interests in a particular part of the Whanganui River, when Te Pou Tupua requires advice in relation to a matter affecting a discrete part of the River.
The role of Te Karewao is to advise and support Te Pou Tupua in the exercise of its functions. Te Pou Tupua may also delegate functions to Te Karewao.
Te rau whatoro, te whanaketanga mai i te Uma Tuanuku
The entwining vine springing from the bosom of Papatūānuku.
Supplejack is a high-climbing, woody native plant with tough, pliant stems
used in the construction of hīnaki.
Siani Walker
Appointed by Ngā Tāngata Tiaki o Whanganui
Ngāti Tupoho, Ngāti Rangi
Siani's childhood relationship and memories have ignited her desire to reconnect with Te Awa Tupua and be informed by Te Awa Tupua hapū. She is humbled by the knowledge, passion and commitment of those before her who have incrementally and staunchly lead the kaupapa for Te Awa Tupua. Siani is passionate about contributing to the mahi needed to support Te Pou Tupua to ensure the voice of Te Awa Tupua is heard, that recognition of Te Awa Tupua is clearly understood by communities, and to make a contribution and difference in the care, nuture and management of this taonga.
Annette Main
Appointed by the relevant local authorities
Annette was the Mayor of Whanganui during a fairly tumultuous time.
Her six years in the role included:
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Guiding the community through the process to correct the spelling of the district.
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Confirming the rebuild of a failed wastewater plant.
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Regaining a positive reputation and stimulating growth.
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Leading the region's mayors through the process of initial understanding of the proposed Te Awa Tupua legislation.
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Wiari Rauhina
Appointed by other Iwi with interests in the Whanganui River
Ngāti Tuwharetoa, Ngāti Raukawa
Wiari was born and raised in Taumarunui and educated at Tipene Kura and Wellington Polytechnic. Wiari has worked in Enviromental
Health and as a Building Inspector for the Councils of Taumarunui, Waimarino, Ohakune and Raetihi.
He has also been a Social Worker working for the Social Welfare Department, holding managerial roles.
In May 2018, Wiari was elected as Chairman for Te Kotahitanga o Ngati Tuwharetoa.