HEMI TAPU TE TOUWAI TRUST BOARD
Objective:
We are a non-profitable organisation known as the Hemi Tapu Te Touwai Restoration Project
We are volunteers who are passionate about this kaupapa and we are addressing a need that is long overdue
We have formed a steering committee consistent of Kaumaatua, Whānau of the three Hapū of Te Touwai, Clergy, Parisioners and our wider Whangaroa Community
The aim of this steering committee is to maintain and restore the Hemi Tapu Whare Karakia back to its original state and correct some of the faults that are causing unnecessary decay
This historical building is 151 years old, celebrated on 14 June 2025, this whare has been used for multiple purposes for the wellbeing of the entire community, we use this whare for meetings, gatherings for many age groups for various community discussions, blessings, prayers, church services, healing, educational activities and more…