Tangata Tiaki / Kaitiaki – Customary Kaimoana Permits
Tangata Tiaki/Kaitiaki are appointed guardians responsible for managing and protecting customary fisheries within our rohe. They work alongside whānau and communities to ensure the sustainable harvest of kaimoana while upholding tikanga, kaitiakitanga, and the customary rights of tangata whenua.
If you are seeking a customary kaimoana permit for hui, tangihanga, cultural events, or other approved customary purposes, please contact one of our Tangata Tiaki/Kaitiaki representatives listed below. They can provide guidance on permit requirements, customary harvest processes, species availability, and sustainable gathering practices.
Tangata Tiaki / Kaitiaki Contacts
Kaikōura
Debbie Walford – 027 552 5229
Major Timms – 027 232 5782
Jeff Reardon – 021 059 7964
Ma-Rea Clayton – 027 499 4087
Brett Cowan – Currently Unavailable
Arahia Allen – 027 396 2182
Gore Bay / Cheviot
Nukuroa Nash – 021 183 5090
Important Information
There is no charge for customary kaimoana permits.
Permit applications must meet customary harvest requirements and tikanga protocols.
Services may be unavailable during holiday periods, including the Christmas break.
We encourage applicants to contact a Tangata Tiaki/Kaitiaki as early as possible to allow sufficient time for processing.