Nominations Now Open

He waka eke noa—We are all in this together

As Nominations open for our Post-Settlement Governance Entity (PSGE), Te Korowai o Wainuiārua Trust, we want to ensure that all members are prepared to participate effectively. To align with the election process, it is essential that you select your primary tūpuna on the MāoriMe platform.

After several years of engaging whānau about a Post-Settlement Governance Entity, our iwi chose a tūpuna-based model to receive and manage the settlement redress on behalf of Te Korowai o Wainuiārua. This means there will be three representatives per tūpuna—Uenuku, Tamahaki, and Tamakana—resulting in a trustee board of nine.

Important Note: It is your responsibility to keep your contact details updated to avoid missing out on important information regarding elections.

If you do not have a MāoriMe account:  Register today  to ensure you receive you Nominations and Voting pack and can participate in the election.

Key Dates and Deadlines:

NOMINATIONS NOW OPEN – click here to download your Nomination Form

Nominations Close: Friday, 18 October at 12pm

Voting Opens – Wednesday, 13 November

Voting Closes –  Friday, 13 December – noon

Voting Results Published – Wednesday,  18 December

Nominations Process

Step 1: Check Your Eligibility. You can only be nominated for the Tūpuna Electorate where you are registered on the Iwi Register. (Refer also to; Eligibility for Nomination)
Step 2: Fill in the official nomination form from Electionz.com and get at least five adult members from your Tūpuna Electorate to sign your form. (One member needs to be the nominator).
Step 3: Provide a brief summary of your relevant skills and experience. (This information will be shared with Iwi members
during the election). The candidate must sign to agree to the nomination and follow the code of conduct if elected.
Withdrawal: Candidates can withdraw by informing the Trust.
Step 4: Send in your completed nomination within 15 working days after the call for nominations is announced. All nominations received will undergo a background check to confirm eligibility.

Where do I get my Nomination and Voting pack? 

Electionz.com, an independent company, will oversee the election of the Trustees for Te Korowai o Wainuiārua. Electionz.com will send Nominations and voting packs to all registered members of Te Korowai o Wainuiārua. If you are not registered, register today to ensure you receive these materials.

What are the Nomination rules?

  • Candidates may only be nominated for the Tūpuna Electorate where they are registered.
  • To nominate someone, use the approved nomination form.
  • It must be signed by at least five adult registered members from the candidate’s Tūpuna Electorate.
  • Candidates must agree to their nomination and adhere to the code of conduct.
  • Candidates must submit a summary of their skills and experience within 15 working days of receiving the nomination notice.

Am I Eligible for Nomination?

A Nominee must be registered as an adult member in the Iwi Tribal Register by the nomination closing date.

You must select one primary Tūpuna as your Tūpuna Electorate  in order be nominated.

A Nominee can be disqualified due to:

  • Disqualification from being a company director.
  • Bankruptcy within the last 5 years.
  • Convictions for dishonesty or indictable offences.
  •  Removal as a trustee by court order.
  • Mental incapacity or being under a property order.
  • Conviction of an offence punishable by more than three years’ imprisonment within the last 10 years.
  • Removal as a trustee under the Trust Deed within the past three years.

Not a register member but want to vote?

You do not have to be a registered member of Te Korowai o Wainuiārua Trust to vote in the Trustee Election. You can get a Nominations and Voting pack from Electionz.com and submit these pending the verification of your Whakapapa.

For further details or assistance, please contact us at enquiries@uenuku.iwi.nzs.

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We are committed to an open and equitable election process, ensuring that all updates, instructions, and results are communicated clearly to keep everyone informed. We encourage all members to get involved and make their voices heard. Thank you for your attention and engagement; your active participation is crucial for the success of our elections and the future of Te Korowai o Wainuiārua.