MUAŪPOKO TRIBAL AUTHORITY
Muaūpoko Tribal Authority (MTA) was established in 1997 as an Incorporated Society. Its main purpose is to protect Muaūpoko identity and assets, and to build a stronger economic, social and culture base for the Muaūpoko people. MTA has continued to support Muaūpoko Iwi aspirations in all spheres of life.
MTA is recognised as the representative Iwi organisation for Muaūpoko.
This includes;
• The Recognised Iwi Organisation (RIO) in the Maori Fisheries Settlement Act
• Represents Muaūpoko as an “iwi authority” for the purposes of the Resource Management Act 1991
MTA services include:
• Leadership, advocacy and representation,
• Iwi, hapu, whanau and marae development
• Iwi registration
• Whanau social and health services
• Project management and administration
• Treaty Settlements
• Fisheries