Tūhono · Tiaki · Whakatupu
Connect. Protect. Grow.
Protecting and advancing the interests of our whānau — guided by the values of our tūpuna, for the generations to come.
Our Story
The Puanani Rapana Whānau Trust was constituted in October 2020 by the Māori Land Court to serve and protect the interests of our whānau. Named in honour of the whenua and whakapapa that bind us together, the trust stands as a foundation for collective wellbeing.
Our purpose is rooted in tikanga — to manage our shared taonga with integrity, to preserve the interests of every beneficiary, and to create pathways for health, education, cultural connection, and prosperity for all descendants of Adam Rapana.
Constituted by
Māori Land Court
Adam Rapana
& descendants
Health, education
& advancement
Our Purpose
The trust was established with four core objectives — each one rooted in the long-term wellbeing and advancement of our whānau.
To manage the trust property to the best advantage of all beneficiaries — ensuring our shared taonga is protected and grows in value for future generations.
To preserve and protect the interests of every beneficiary — ensuring their rights, voice, and connection to the trust remain strong and honoured.
To provide a pool of income supporting beneficiaries' health, social welfare, and cultural connection — strengthening hauora across all dimensions.
To support education, vocational training, and general advancement in life — creating real pathways for every descendant to thrive.
Our Whānau
The Puanani Rapana Whānau Trust exists for the benefit of Adam Rapana and all his descendants — past, present, and future. Every member of this whakapapa has a place in the trust and a voice in our shared future.
As beneficiaries, our whānau are entitled to the trust's support across health, education, cultural connection, and economic opportunity. The trust is here to serve you — to help you grow, connect, and thrive.
Whether you live locally or across the world, your connection to this whānau and this whenua remains. The trust is working to build pathways that reach every descendant, wherever they are.
Being part of the Puanani Rapana whānau means belonging to something enduring. Here's how the trust supports you:
Trust Governance
The trustees of the Puanani Rapana Whānau Trust are appointed to manage the trust property, protect beneficiary interests, and make decisions that advance the collective wellbeing of our whānau. Every decision is guided by tikanga, transparency, and accountability.
Trust Chair
Leads trust governance and ensures all decisions align with the trust deed and the interests of beneficiaries.
Trust Secretary
Manages trust communications, records, and ensures transparency with all whānau members.
Trust Treasurer
Oversees financial management, reporting, and the responsible allocation of trust resources.
Pathways Forward
The trust is building real pathways for our whānau across six key areas — ensuring every descendant has opportunities to grow and thrive.
Supporting physical, mental, and spiritual wellbeing through health programmes and access to care for all whānau members.
Creating pathways for learning at every stage — from early childhood through to tertiary education and lifelong learning.
Strengthening cultural identity, te reo Māori, and connection to tikanga — ensuring our traditions live on through each generation.
Building economic opportunity through vocational training, employment support, and enterprise development for our whānau.
Fostering strong social connections within and beyond our whānau — building a community that supports and uplifts each other.
Caring for our whenua as our tūpuna did before us — managing trust property responsibly for the benefit of all generations.
Our Vision
A future where every descendant of Adam Rapana knows they belong to something meaningful — where the trust has created real pathways for health, education, cultural connection, and opportunity.
We are building toward a time when every member of our whānau can access the support they need, feel the strength of their whakapapa, and contribute to a legacy that honours those who came before and serves those who are yet to come.
Knowing who we are
Guardianship of our taonga
Care for one another
Bonds of kinship
Connect With Us
Whether you're a beneficiary, a whānau member wanting to reconnect, or have questions about the trust — we'd love to hear from you.
Send us a message using the form, or contact us directly. We aim to respond to all enquiries within a few working days.
If you are a descendant of Adam Rapana, we encourage you to get in touch. The trust is here to serve you — and we want to make sure you're connected.
Thank you for reaching out. We'll be in touch soon. Ngā mihi nui.