Ngā Hītoria o Te Kura


Ko Tūwhakatere te tupuna matua o Ngāi Takoto


Te Rangi Āniwaniwa is the name given to the range of hills above Awanui in the tribal territory of Ngāi Takoto and two hapu of Ngāti Kahu, Ngai Tohianga and Patu Koraha. From Te Rangi Āniwaniwa one can see as far north as North Cape, Kāririkura Moana of Ahipara to the west and the Rangaunu Harbour below the kura. It is also the site of the Kaitaia Airport and home to 164 wonderful students. The Far North also encompasses a number of iwi – Ngāti Kuri, Te Aupouri, Ngai Takoto, Te Rarawa and Ngāti Kahu – each with their own dreams and aspirations for the social, economic, political and spiritual advancement of their people. The Kura employs 25 people in full and part-time positions and engages with local tradespersons for maintenance and construction.

 

1980: Te Aupouri Ngāti Kahu Te Rarawa Trust

Formed by kaumātua kuia to provide work training scheme for rangatahi support the aspirations of the Iwi.  


1986: Āniwaniwa Kōhanga Reo

Established by working mothers to provide early childhood education immersed in Te Reo Māori.  

Originally located at Kaitaia Pirates Clubrooms.

 
1985: Cyclone Bola 

Cyclone blew off the Wānanga roof. 


1987: Kōkiri Āniwaniwa

The ANT Trust established the Aniwaniwa Kokiri Centre.  

It offered various educational and training courses for the community.


1990: Te Reo Irirangi o Te Hiku o Te Ika 

ANT began its first broadcast from Kokiri Aniwaniwa by a radio broadcasting training scheme endorsed by the five Iwi of Te Hiku. 


1993: Te Kura Kaupapa Māori o Te Rangi Āniwaniwa

The kura was established with 10 students, initially self-funded by parents for two years..  

Gained status as a Kura Kaupapa in 1995, emphasizing Māori language and customs.


1997: First Classrooms

Two classrooms were constructed, initially to accommodate 28 students.


1998: Te Wharekura

Unofficial secondary schooling began.  

Official recognition followed in 1999 as the first Wharekura in Tai Tokerau. 


1999: Te Wānanga o Te Rangi Aniwaniwa 

Registered as a Charitable Trust- to seek external courses for students and whānau.


2003: Te Pūna Wai

On August 27, an Olympic-sized heated swimming pool was opened.  

The pool serves both Kura students and the public.


2004: Te Wānanga o Te Rangi Āniwaniwa

Joint venture negotiations with Te Wānanga o Raukawa began re tertiary courses.  

The Diploma in Mātauranga Māori was introduced. 


2008: Waitangi Tribunal Claim

A claim was filed advocating for fair investment in Māori education.  

Highlighted the need for improved resources and support.


2011: Mana Whenua o Te Rangi Āniwaniwa

Hui was held to support the land lease renewal with the Ministry of Education.  

Discussions on ongoing Mana Whenua claims continued.


2012: New Junior Classroom

A new classroom was dedicated for year 7-8 students.  

Named in honor of Papa Koro Meinata Wiki.


2014: 21st Anniversary

Celebrated a significant milestone, having educated over 1000 students in Te Reo Māori.


2015: Kapa Haka Live Stream

Te Hiku Media live-streamed the regional Tai Tokerau Kapa Haka competition.  

The event reached an audience of over 15,000 viewers.


2017: Legacy & Leadership

Whāea Hira left a lasting legacy, emphasizing children's needs and fostering a solution-based culture. She maintains her role as a Pou Whakahaere for Wānanga operations and programs.


2018: Te Ao Marama 

Opening of the Science and Technology block.  

Local graduates began teaching Whakairo (traditional carving) skills.


2019: Wiki Hakinakina

Hosted a national sports event for Nga Kura Kaupapa Aho Matua o Aotearoa.  

The event brought together 1400 participants from around the country.


2020: COVID-19 Response

Te Rangi Āniwaniwa launched "Wānanga o te Kāinga," its first online home learning program.

Provided kura kāinga resources and kai packages to support students and their whānau.

- Students returned to on-site learning in Term 2, focusing on educational and community priorities.


2021: Challenges and Resilience post Gabrielle

The kura strengthened its unity and community resilience despite facing numerous challenges.

Designated as a strategic Civil Defence site for Kaitaia, utilizing its resources like solar power, gymnasium, communication devices, and playground to support the local community.


2022: Achievements and Celebrations 

Celebrated numerous achievements, including leadership hui, cultural events, academic successes, and sports initiatives.

Te Rangi Aniwaniwa presented submissions to Waitangi Tribunal Mana Wahine Waim 2700 claim- to endorse Te Reo Māori as a significant factor in whānau wellbeing.  


2023: 30th Anniversary

Marked the 30th anniversary of Te Rangi Āniwaniwa, celebrating its impact and continued commitment to education, culture, and community.

Long-term strategic Property plan created by Poari, Tumuaki, Kaiako, tauira and Whanau to plan the next 30 years of hopes & future aspirations at Te Rangi Āniwaniwa.

Te Rangi Aniwaniwa presented submissions to Waitangi Tribunal Claim Wai 1718 re under-resourcing of  Te Aho Matua curriculum, buildings, and educational pathways.


2024: Toitū He Whakaputanga, Toitū Te Tiriti, Toitū Te Iwi Māori

 

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