With the assistance of a Marae Advisory Group, Te Puni Kōkiri has established a resource that provides iwi with a practical guide to managing their marae. T

heir legislative obligations are explained in user-friendly language and are supported by templates they can use to develop strategic development plans.

The toolkits, which include an electronic as well as hard copy, will be distributed to marae in the rohe this year. Key issues such as trustee responsibilities, provision for marae insurance, health and safety requirements, and compliance with building codes are included in the toolkit.