Our History

Our history goes back to the 17th century under the leadership of Tuperiri where we have continued to hold ahi kaa in Tāmaki Makaurau.

However, Whai Rawa was established in 2013 following the WAI388 Treaty of Waitangi Settlement. Here is a snapshot of our history and milestones.

2022

Whānau move in to new whare 

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2021

Construction underway for Kāinga Kaumātua

2020

Oneoneroa Stage 1A and B built and moved into

2019

First home in the Oneoneroa development on the North Shore sold.

2018

The Launch of Toi Tupu, a savings scheme created to benefit registered hapū members.

2017

Commercial portfolio valued at $1.05 billion

Launched Toi Ora Health Insurance Scheme

2016

Kāinga Tuatahi completed. 

2015

AECOM building purchased for $67 Million

68 Housing NZ homes in Ōrākei purchased and upgraded to Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei housing standards.

2014

150-year lease at Wakakura to Ryman Healthcare.

2013

Whai Rawa established in February 2013.

Kainga Tuatahi development plans underway.

Purchase of surplus Navy land on the North Shore.

2011

First rent review and rental payment received for Te Tōangaroa since purchased.

1996

Ex-Railway Land purchased from the Crown. Leased to a developer for 150 years with the first 15 years prepaid to raise capital to purchase the precinct.

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