Ko Papatu te maunga

Ko Te Arai te awa

Ko Horouta te waka

Ko Ngai Tawhiri, Ngai Te Kete, ko Te Whanau a Iwi nga hapu

Ko Ruapani te Ariki

Ko Rongowhakaata te iwi

Ko Te Aohuna te whenua

Ko Te Kiko o Te Rangi te wharenui

Ko Te Ohako te wharekai

Ko Turakina te urupa

Ko Katarina Paratene raua ko Reiri (Carol) Paratene raua ko Prince Taiapa raua

Ko Horomona (Solomon)Te Rangi oku tupuna ki te taha o toku whaea

Ko Amiria (Emily) Westrupp raua Ko Rongo Ria oku tupuna ki te taha o toku matua

Ko Yvonne Putiputi Ria toku whaea,

Ko Tamihana Ruatapu Ria toku matua

Ko te ara o Papatu ki Manutuke te wahi noho

Ko Tamsyn Ria toku ingoa

 

No reira, tena koutou, tena koutou, tena koutou katoa

 

Tamsyn, a resident of Manutuke, is deeply rooted in her Māori heritage, with strong connections to Te Ohako Marae and Te Kuri a Tuatai Marae. She honors the legacy of her ancestors, particularly her great-grandfather Ria Te Ota, through her active involvement in her community.

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Her career has spanned from public service to environmental restoration, reflecting a commitment to both community welfare and the preservation of natural resources. Tamsyn has also engaged in studying Rongoā Māori, Apiculture, and Kai Oranga/Mahinga Kai, demonstrating her dedication to lifelong learning, including ongoing Te Reo Māori lessons.

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Tamsyn's dedication extends beyond her professional endeavors to her deep involvement with her marae. She is committed to contributing to its growth and supporting the future of the Ruapani and Rongowhakaata people. Her work is a testament to her respect for Māori traditions and her desire to integrate these values into contemporary life, balancing cultural heritage with modern challenges. Her journey reflects a deep connection to her roots and a proactive approach to community engagement and cultural preservation.