ABOUT US
Our Story...
Arowhenua Native Nursery and Restoration began with a vision to reconnect people with the whenua through native plant restoration.
As a Māori-led business, we're dedicated to strengthening both our whenua (land) and tangata whenua (people) for generations to come.
History
Founded by Te Rūnaka o Arowhenua in 2021, we started with two Jobs for Nature projects aligned with DOC's vision for the Rakitata Awa (Rangitata River). Our initial focus was creating nature-based employment opportunities for rūnanga members.
From these roots, we've grown into a thriving commercial nursery and restoration service provider, delivering premium eco-sourced natives and expert environmental services across Waitaha Canterbury.
Social Impact
Beyond our commercial work, we create lasting value for our community through:
Professional development pathways for kaimahi (employees)
Community education initiatives
Environmental enhancement projects
Whenua
Proudly owned by Te Runaka o Arowhena, we maintain strong connections with our hapū, ensuring our work honours and strengthens these vital relationships.
Our Values
Our values guide every aspect of our work:
AUAHATANGA
Giving space for kaimahi to learn, adapt, problem solve, and confront challenges
MANAKITANGA
Building strong relationships based on mutual trust and respect
WHAKAWHAUNAGATANGA
Building strong relationships and working together to provide kaimahi with a sense of belonging
KAITIAKITANGA
Guardianship, protection, and the preservation of te taiao (the natural world) and all living beings within it
KOTAHITANGA
Working together to achieve common goals
MĀTAURANGA
Learning the ways of our tipuna (ancestors)
Recloaking the whenua for future generations
Contact Us
Te Kete Tipuranga O Huirapa Ltd
18 Lamont Rd
Temuka
7985
General enquiries: 027 272 6263
arowhenua.nursery@ngaitahu.iwi.nz
Sales enquiries: 027 264 8741
maria.prince@ngaitahu.iwi.nz
