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In 1988 the Whanganui River Maori Trust Board was constituted under the Maori Trust Boards Act 1955.  The beneficiaries of the Board are the descendants and Hapu of Tama Upoko, Hinengakau and Tupoho. In addition to the functions conferred on the Board by section 24 of the Maori Trust Boards Act 1955, the Board shall from time to time negotiate with the Government, or any other body or authority concerned, for the settlement of all outstanding claims relating to the customary rights and usages of Te Iwi O Whanganui, or any particular Hapu, Whanau, or group, in respect of the Whanganui River, including the bed of the river, its minerals, its water, and its fish. Throughout the lifespan of the Board its roles and functions have primarily focused on the care, protection and use of the Whanganui River.  Major facilitation of the Whanganui River Claim, the impacts of the Tongariro Power Development Scheme and seeking recognition of promises made to Iwi in the establishment of the Whanganui National Park continue to be ongoing responsibilities of the Trust Board.  In 2008 the Trust Boards focus is on working towards transition to a post settlement environment.  One of the biggest challenges facing the tribe in the 21st Century is the maintenance of links to Whanganui Iwi descendents.  This website aims to assist in the maintenance of links with Whanganui Iwi descendents through the Whanganui Iwi Tribal Register this is used to distribute panui/newsletters and any other relevant information to keep us up to date.  If you are a descendent of Whanganui Iwi please fill in an Iwi Registration form and post it to PO Box 323, WHANGANUI, alternatively you can send us an email or contact us by phone.
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