1. What is your tupuna waka and the waka you currently are kaitiaki for?
My tūpuna waka are Takitimu and Tainui. I am currently a kaitiaki for Te Matau a Māui.
2. What is your favourite waka saying?
Before learning about navigating by the stars, pick some sandpaper up and do some mahi.
3. What is your role and responsibility as the representative of your rohe on Te Hau Kōmaru Board?
I am a Trustee on Te Hau Kōmaru Board representing the Te Matau a Māui region. I also support our Board sub-committees.
4. What do you hope to achieve?
I hope to see the kaupapa and mātauranga grow, while protecting it from others who want to exploit the kaupapa.