We Recognise
The unique role of the Māori as Tangata Whenua and embrace Te Tiriti o Waitangi recognising Maori as tino rangatiratanga of Aotearoa / New Zealand while embracing the three guiding principles of the Treaty – Partnership, Participation, and Protection.
Our Commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi
Belgravia Leisure is proud to operate in Aotearoa New Zealand and to recognise the unique role of Māori as Tangata Whenua. We honour Te Tiriti o Waitangi, acknowledge Māori as tino rangatiratanga, and embrace the Treaty principles of Partnership, Participation and Protection.
This commitment is reflected across our leadership communications, venue practices and staff briefings, guiding how we work with iwi, hapū, whānau and Māori organisations to create culturally grounded and welcoming leisure experiences.
Partnership
We collaborate with Māori as genuine partners, listening to iwi and hapū aspirations and ensuring that planning, programs and decision-making reflect local identity and cultural knowledge.
Participation
We work to ensure Māori have equitable access to the facilities, programs and services we manage. Our venues are designed to be culturally welcoming, meaningful and aligned with community goals.
Protection
We uphold our responsibility to protect Māori cultural identity, wellbeing and taonga, respecting tikanga and ensuring culturally safe practices across our sites and teams.
Putting our Commitment into practice
Across Aotearoa, we bring these principles to life by:
