Taranaki iwi refers to the Māori tribes associated with the Taranaki region on the west coast of New Zealand's North Island. The main iwi in this area include Ngāti Ruanui, Ngāruahine, Ngāti Tama, and Taranaki. These tribes have a rich cultural heritage and a strong connection to their ancestral lands, mountains, and waterways. The Taranaki iwi have a history that includes significant events such as the land wars of the 19th century, which impacted their communities and land ownership. Today, they actively engage in cultural revitalization, economic development, and environmental stewardship, working to preserve their traditions and improve the well-being of their people.