Hēmi Tapu
He Paku Hītori
Hēmi Tapu Church, located in Kelston, is the western base of the Auckland Anglican Māori Mission. Te Mīhana Māori ō Waitākere has been based in the whare for over 40 years.
Throughout its history, Hēmi Tapu has been closely associated with the Waipareira Trust, providing free services and support for whānau of all ages in West Auckland, including health, legal, housing, and education services.
On Sunday 15 February 2026, the church celebrated the installation of Rev. Rāwiri David Ratū as priest-in-charge. An event attended by 140 people, with the Archdeacon of Tāmaki Makaurau (Ven. Mark Barnard) conducting the installation.
Karakia Rātapu
Location: 56 Archibald Road, Kelston, Auckland, 0602
Service Time: 9.30am each Sunday
Pirihi Matua (Priest-in-charge): Rev’d Raawiri David Ratū
Email: info.hemitapu@gmail.com
Info: bilingual services (te reo Māori and English).
Please stay for a cup of tea and whanaungatanga after the service.