Mauri Compass – Kaitiaki Tools for Resource Consent Monitoring

The Mauri Compass supports iwi, hapū and communities to monitor the health of our lands, waters and taonga species. As decisions are made about new developments, discharges, or water takes, the Mauri Compass can guide how we assess cultural impact.

Below is the official Bay of Plenty Regional Council map showing active resource consents in the Ōpōtiki rohe. Our kaitiaki teams use this alongside our Mauri Compass assessments to track mauri, raise concerns, and develop proactive responses grounded in mātauranga Māori.

Learn how to use the Mauri Compass in your rohe →

Celebrating our latest Mauri Compass Graduates

Left to Right Standing: Ngapera Rangiaho, Wiremu Nuku, Erina Watene, Vanessa Tipoki, Carly O’Connor, Taroi Rawiri, Karito Paul, Kahu Ruru, Riaki Ruru, Manawa Ruru, Charlie Bluett, Ian Ruru. Centre: Erina Wehi, Erena Nuku, Himiona Nuku. Front: Hunter Mellon.

Te Runanga o Ngati Manawa welcomed Tuna Advisory Members from Te Wai Maori Trust in December. 

The Tuna Advisory Members were taught and assessed against the requirements of the Level 1 Mauri Compass Certificate. 

We are pleased to report that everyone successfully completed the course. Sharing matauranga Maori while having a lot of fun.

Ngati Manawa reps are now pursuing the advanced Mauri Compass Assessors course.

They are also running baseline assessments on the impact of hydro electric powerstations on the mauri of their tupuna awa.
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​Mauri mahi, mauri ora!

Ngati Tawhirikura: Hawaikinui Rangiwai, Taysha Sangster, Deagan Tamati, Cordelle Rei, Simone Shivnan, Kahu Ruru, Harris Goldsmith, Sera Gibson, Dylin Bailey, Luck Tamati, Angelo Manntan, Manawa Ruru, Carl Owen. Daeshylah Patu, Glen Skipper.

Te Runanga o Ngati Mutunga: Hurimoana Clifton, Manawa Ruru, Riaki Ruru, Sam MacDonald, Rawiri McClutchie, Marnie Reinfelds, Marlene Benson, Anne-Maree McKay, Ian Ruru. Kaitiaki from Te Runanga o Ngati Mutunga have completed the training course and have become accredited Mauri Compass Assessors. They are now leading their own Mauri Compass monitoring programmes.

Tauranga Moana: Level 1 Graduates

Whanganui: Te Rangimarie Stanley, Hati Kaiwai, Manawa Ruru, Jill Sheehy, Kirstin McDonald, Beryl Miller, Troy Brockbank, Campbell Dodds, Ewen Robertson, Ian Ruru.

Ngati Porou. Whangaokena ki Onepoto Kaitiaki Trust: Ian Ruru, Rapata Manuel, Bella Paenga, Riria Haturini, Dick Turei, Keryn Goldsmith, Ashlee Mio, Moeke Goldsmith, Tihei Turei, Mate Manuel. Rangitukia and Tikitiki.

Manawa Energy Ltd, Ngati Hangarau, Ngati Ranginui

Ngati Rangi and Atihau Whanganui

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​Mauri Compass model calibrated for the marine environment

KEY INSIGHTS

1. Model calibration enhances marine environment stewardship.  The calibration of the Mauri Compass model signifies a leap forward in locally led environmental management. Using culturally resonant and ecologically sound methodologies, it empowers communities to monitor and preserve their marine ecosystems more effectively.​
2. Educational curriculum secures model integrity and longevity.  The development of a curriculum for teaching the Mauri Compass model ensures the preservation of its foundational principles while fostering a new generation of knowledgeable guardians equipped to manage marine resources sustainably.
3. Future development prioritises inclusivity of marine species.  Anticipated advancements of the Mauri Compass model include diversifying the range of marine species covered. This evolution underscores a commitment to a holistic approach to marine management, rooted in an appreciation for biodiversity.

Accredited Mauri Compass Training Courses

Level 1: Introductory Course
Level 2: Baseline Assessors Course
Level 3: Train the Trainers Course

Enrol now to gain the skills to measure the "pulse of Papatuanuku"

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