Te Upoko Māori Wardens

TeUpoko@NMWA.co.nz | 0800 448 868

Te Upoko Maori Wardens are a collective of Maori Warden districts forming a super district spanning the lower north island with 150+ Maori Wardens across 5 sub districts those being: 

  • Wairarapa 

  • Hutt

  • Te Whanganui-a-tara - Wellington 

  • Porirua - Mana 

  • Horowhenua - Kapiti 

Te Upoko Maori Wardens have the ability to flex up in specific areas to provide targeted support, resources and man power to assist during any event, emergent situation or natural disaster 

Maori Wardens contribute much much more to the communities they serve than meets the eye. You'll often find them at local tangihanga (funerals), Parking and Security at local events or walking the community beat interacting with members of the public and keeping a watchful eye for crime or disorderly behaviour. 

Did you know that your local Maori Wardens do much much more than you think. Our Te Upoko Maori Wardens are involved in multiple organisations with a large area of coverage and a large service offering. 

Some of the services we provide are: 

  • Community Engagement 

  • Patrolling of Community Areas, Public Transport, Bars & Clubs, Urban and Rural areas

  • Sudden Death & Coronial Process Advocacy 

  • Elderly, Youth & Vulnerable persons Advocacy 

  • Event Security & Patrols 

  • Court Support & Advocacy 

Take a look at our services page to get a detailed view of the services we offer and our ability to assist you and your community in your times of need or at your local events.