There are 3 different Te Arawa Awards components.
Te Arawa Rangatahi Achievement Awards:
Recognises the achievements of Te Arawa Rangatahi individuals and collectives. The awards will encourage and promote participation, future opportunities, leadership and interaction in a positive environment whilst providing Rangatahi with incentives to fulfil their potential and take pride in the talents and abilities they possess.
Te Arawa Sports Excellence Awards:
Recognises Te Arawa Sports people nationally and internationally who show regional, national, and international success and excellence in their chosen sport.
Te Arawa Iwi Excellence Awards:
Recognises Whānau, Hapū and Iwi contributions to building a better Te Arawa as well as raising the collective well being of Te Arawa through the category. Whānau/ Hapū/ Iwi/ Community now have the opportunity to nominate individuals or collectives based on what they consider important. Other that the three below there are no longer set Te Arawa Iwi Awards categories.
For more information, or if you have any questions or enquiries please contact Paora Te Hurihanganui during working hours on (07) 3483377 or email awards@papatakaro.org.nz