History of Titiraukawa

Tītiraukawa, is located at the Junction of the Rai and Pelorus Rivers, an ideal place for the variety of activity that Ngāti Kuia, the Tangata Whenua of the area used it for. It was a Ngāti Kuia Pā, kāinga and seasonal kai gathering site - particularly during March to May which was the Kererū season.

Titiraukawa also acted as a site to trade pakohe and as a stopover for the Maungatapu Trail which leads to Whakatū – Nelson, Lakes Rotoiti and Rotoroa then onto Te Tai Poutini - The West Coast.

• Ko Maungatapu te Maunga
• Ko Te Hoiere te Awa
• Ko Titiraukawa te Kāinga
• Ko Ngāti Kuia te Iwi
• Maungatapu is the Mountain
• Te Hoiere is the River
• Titiraukawa is the Village
• And Ngāti Kuia are the People

As part of the Treaty of Waitangi Historical Claims Settlement Process, Te Rūnanga o Ngāti Kuia were able to negotiate the return of what was formerly known as the “Pelorus Outdoor Education Centre”.

This was previously managed by the Department of Conservation and is now owned and managed by Kaikaiāwaro Charitable Trust (the charitable arm of Ngāti Kuia).

Location

28 Maungatapu Road, Pelorus Bridge, Marlborough.

Facilities

Sleeping Facilities

5 connected cabins (sleeps up to 5) and 6 huts (Sleeps 2) are available for hire. There is also plenty of space for tents and limited space for self-contained campers.

Cooking and Dining Facilities

A shared kitchen and lounge with basic furnishings is located in the centre of the property.

The kitchen has the following:

• Stove
• Fridge
• Microwave
• Continuous hot water
• UV Filtered cold water
• Pots, bowls, trays, cups, glasses, crockery, and utensils

The lounge has:

• A dining table
• Couches

Amenities

Mens and Ladies toilets and showers are located behind the Old School House.

Availability

Bookings can be made all year. Mid-December and January bookings are the most popular for whānau and during this time there is a booking limit of 4 consecutive nights. Out of fairness, Christmas, and the attached New Year’s, cannot be booked by the same people. We also may not accept shared bookings for groups also using Te Hora Marae during these busy periods. The maximum overnight occupancy in the cabins is 26 people

How to book:

All bookings are to be made through the Whakatū (Nelson) Ngāti Kuia Office. Bookings are essential and can be made in person at the office or by emailing lea@ngatikuia.iwi.nz.

Due to many previous instances of damage, we can no longer accept bookings as a party venue that involves several people consuming alcohol.

The person(s) making the booking must agree to accept liability for any damages or loses that may occur during their or their groups stay.

Cost

If you wish to make a cash koha for your stay, it can be deposited into the following bank account:

Kaikaiāwaro Charitable Trust 12-3193-0018939-00.

Any koha received will be used towards power other costs associated with the running of the site.

Additional information:

Security codes for padlocks and buildings will be provided to the hirer before their stay, and codes are changed regularly. Guests must bring their own bedding, towels, and tea towels. Mobile coverage at the site can be unpredictable.

Whānau Accomodation rules:

• Take all rubbish with you
• No fires (except for BBQ's on the concreted area)
• No pets
• This is a drug-free zone (except prescription medication)
• The buildings are smoke-free. Avoid grassed areas and dispose of butts safely due to extreme fire risk.

In the event of a fire or earthquake, evacuate buildings promptly, leaving personal belongings behind, and assemble at the designated point; only return when it's safe. Guests are responsible for their own health and safety, and Te Rūnanga o Ngāti Kuia Trust and Kaikaiāwaro Charitable Trust do not accept liability for accidents or damages on the property.