In this Act, unless the context otherwise requires, Ngai Tahu Whanui means the collective of the individuals who descend from the primary hapu of Waitaha, Ngati Mamoe, and Ngai Tahu, namely, Kati Kuri, Kati Irakehu, Kati Huirapa, Ngai Tuahuriri, and Kai Te Ruahikihiki.
Section 2: amended, on 1 October 1998, by section 9(2) Ngai Tahu Claims Settlement Act 1998 (1998 No 97). See clause 2 of the Ngai Tahu Claims Settlement Act Commencement Order 1998 (SR 1998/295).