Pounamu from Te Wahi Pounamu - Carved with Care, Worn with Meaning.

A while back we told you that I Am Hope and Moko Pounamu wanted to acknowledge the unsung heroes in communities around New Zealand, and asked you to nominate people in your community that you thought fit the bill. We received hundreds of submissions and were blown away by the incredible amount of good that so many people are doing across the country for their communities. Out of all those worthy submissions, one really stood out to us. Nominated by her sister Jenna, our I Am Hope X Moko Pounamu Community Hero is Charne. Charne wears many hats across the Beachlands communtiy. Mum, wife, sister, daughter, friend, coach, mentor, advocate and HERO. She is an active member of multiple community groups, a valued member of each and every one, and a bright light in the lives of all the tamariki she works alongside. We were so honoured and privileged to present Charne with a lovely Moko Pounamu taonga, and witness the love and appreciation her community has for her. The world is truly lucky to have Charne in it ❤️

Discover how the koru connects nature, whakapapa and balance. Explore the living spiral of pounamu and the timeless symbolism it holds in Māori culture.