HERETAUNGA ARARAU O NGATI KAHUNGUNU WAKA AMA ROOPU
Our Roopu adopted its name from the area in which it is established.
*Heretaunga Ararau refers to the Maori Ancestral name of this region now commonly known as Hastings District.
* Ngati Kahungunu, is our local Iwi of the region
Kaupapa/Mission Statement
To provide Community based Waka Ama programs that encourage both Whanau and individual participation, competition and healthy lifestyle, promoted within a safe, nurturing and fun environment.
History
- Heretaunga Ararau (HAKWAR) was originally established in February 2002
- Became an incorporated Society in October 2002
- Located on Clive Riverbank, opposite HB Rowing Club
- Club colours are Red and White with a Black motif/logo
- Our membership spans over Midget teams through to Grand Master representatives
Our Logo – Represents;
The triangle = The peak of Te Maunga Kahuranaki
Ama O Nga Tipuna Whare coming together
“The Wall” – which Kaihoe (Paddlers) and Waka confront and break through during hoe
The Waka = the vessel of challenge/enjoyment within oneself and the Roopu
Kaihoe (Paddler) = membership of the Roopu
One “Wave” – that of nga Awa (Rivers), Tutaekuri, Ngaruroro, Clive
One “Wave: – that of Tangaroa (The Sea)