Rangitāne have a deep relationship with Te Āpiti extending many hundreds of years with the awa travelling through the area providing the mauri that sustains Iwi and the abundant biodiviersity. They wish to develop a series of cultural projects to showcase their unique history and connection to the awa and whenua in a way that is mana enhancing and inclusive for all visitors where appropriate to do so.

The projects will provide a platform for Iwi to both lead and participate in mahi, acting on opportunities that exist now, and those that arise through the delivery of the masterplan and the Waka Kotahi Te Ahu a Turanga Manawatū-Tararua Highway project.