Mr Ted Ngataki, of Papakura, MNZM, for services to Māori and the community
Mr Ted Ngataki, of Papakura, for services to Māori and the community.
Ted Ngataki is a well-known Tohunga Whakairo – Master Carver. He has been the Chairperson, Trustee and member of the Whatapaka Marae Trust and Whatapaka Marae Committee over the past 45 years. He was a founding member and Trustee of the Ngāti Tamaoho Charitable Trust and a Trustee of Second Natures Trust. He was lead negotiator for Ngāti Tamaoho Charitable Trust. He is currently a Trustee of Nga Whao o Tapu and Family First Trust. He has helped to provide pathways for other carving enthusiasts and is a leader and mentor for young people. Mr Ngataki played a pivotal role in the design concept of the Vodafone Events Centre.