Ōmaru Developments
Ōmaru Overview
Ōmaru Reserve - Overview
In March 2026, 41 hectares in Ōmaru was transferred to Ngāti Pāoa ownership as part of the Treaty settlement. Ōmaru is the ancestral name for the area covering the Point England (Kaino) Reserve.
This land is allocated accordingly:
37 hectares is under co-management with Auckland Council via the Ōmaru Joint Management Committee.
Two hectares has been allocated to the planned papakāinga, Hine-nui-o-te-pāua
Two hectares allocated to the marae development- Pāoa Whanake.
Hine-nui-o-te-pāua
Pāoa Whanake – Marae and Cultural Centre Development
The development will seek to establish a marae and a versatile space that can adequately cater for a range of cultural, educational, community, and commercial activities, including hui and tangihanga, cultural events, conferences and graduations, educational programmes, community activities, corporate gatherings, exhibitions of taonga, and tourist receptions.
By early 2027 we envisage having an overall vision in place for Ōmaru with some workstream progress focussed on securing of funding and the first phases of delivery.
Ōmaru Joint Management Committee
Ngā Pōito o te Kupenga:Iwi Business Database
Ngāti Pāoa Iwi Trust and the Ngāti Tamaterā Treaty Settlement Trust have teamed up to create opportunities for businesses in our communities. At the heart of this collaboration is the utilisation of the Iwi Investment Grant to establish Ngā Pōito o te Kupenga, an iwi business database.
The primary goal is to enhance access to business opportunities for Ngāti Tamaterā and Ngāti Pāoa businesses, particularly in the government procurement sector. By pooling resources and knowledge, these businesses can better identify and seize contracts offered by government agencies, such as Auckland Council and its Council Controlled Organisations.
Phase one of this collaboration will focus on creating and growing this database, and phase two will see businesses gain access to valuable training through workshops and networking events. Creating opportunities to hone skills, build connections with other like-minded entrepreneurs, and even find mentors to guide them on their journey.
If you are a business owner and are interested in joining this venture then follow the button below to register your business.