What is "Registering with Ngati Kahungunu Iwi Incorporated"?
Why should I register?
How do I register?
I think I'm already registered do I need to fill out the form again?
There's too much information on the form!
Who should fill out a form?
Can I register my child?
Can I register someone else?
Do I need to complete all sections of the form?
I'm not sure of my iwi or whakapapa!
How secure is the information?
Can my details not be listed on any published lists?
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What is "Registering with Ngati Kahungunu Iwi Incorporated"?

It is authorisation by you, for your name (and other details) to be recorded on a comprehensive, centralised(Ngati Kahungunu Iwi Incorporated), database listing.

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Why should I register?

For many reasons, some of which are:-

• Identification of all people who whakapapa to Kahungunu
• Identification of other Maori in Kahungunu rohe
• Eligibility for grants, scholarships, assistance and distribution of Iwi settlements
• Eligibility for Article 2 and 3 participation
• Establishment of authenticated whakapapa records
• To enhance the statistical base for growing Iwi development initiatives

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How do I register?

Fill out an Ngati Kahungunu Iwi Incorporated "Application for Registration" form.

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I think I'm already registered, do I need to fill out another registration form?

NO, but please confirm this with your Taiwhenua or Ngati Kahungunu Iwi Incorporated.
However, you may fill out the new form, as this will then give us the latest details about you and more information to help with fulfilling many more of the purposes of registration.

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There's too much information to fill out on the form!

YES. We are asking for a lot of information. This is to enable us to better develop strategies to meet all the purposes listed (on the front of the form). Also see Do I need to complete all sections of the form?

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Who should fill in an Application For Registration form?

• Only those who are not registered with Ngati Kahungunu Iwi Incorporated or a Taiwhenua, or
• Everyone who believes they descend from Kahungunu, or
• Every Maori, who does not descend from Kahungunu, but normally resides within Kahungunu rohe.

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Can I register my child?

YES. Provided that you are the caregiver of that child or children. If the child is in joint custody, you may register the child if the child spend most nights with you. We considera child to be under the age of 18 years.

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Can I register someone else?

YES. Provided that authorisation from that other person is obtained (unless that person is a child). You must state this in the declaration section of the form, giving your name and contact details.

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Do I need to complete all sections of the form?

NO. Information asked for in the form is voluntary.
However, we would like you to complete the form to help us:-

• To meet the purposes, as shown on the front page of the registration form.
• To be verified as eligible to participate and vote in Board Elections, Sections 1,4,5,6 & 7 must be fully completed
• To be verified as eligible to be registered as a member of Ngati Kahungunu Iwi Incorporated, Sections 1,6 & 7 must be fully completed

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I'm not sure of my Iwi or whakapapa!

OK. We may be able to help. Complete as much detail as you can on the application form and we will advise you accordingly.

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How secure is the information?

Information is processed by registration staff only. Records are secured in secure rooms and passworded files. See Privacy of Information on Registration Form.

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Can my details not be listed on published lists ?

YES. However, you need to advise us in writing of this requirement.

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I have a question.

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