A historic agreement may soon see Taranaki Mounga returned to Ngā Iwi o Taranaki, paving the way for a new relationship between the Crown and mana whenua. As part of the Treaty settlement package, Taranaki Mounga (and other peaks) will be granted legal personhood, with a board appointed by both Crown and iwi to co-govern its interests. What you need to know Taranaki Mounga will be provided legal personhood, known as Te Kāhui Tupua, to protect the interests of the Mounga and enhance its mana.
