Te Whānau ā Apanui, Ngāti Pikiao, Ngāti Mākino, Tūhourangi, Ngāti Rangitihi, Ngāti Kahungunu.
Tāne Te Manu is a multidisciplinary artist, kaiwhatu (weaver), digital artist, and Poi exponent. His work is a reflection of his rich ancestral heritage, blending traditional craftsmanship and design into both. traditional and contemporary forms, all crafted from a mix of natural and contemporary materials. Tane is a self employed business owner of The Māori Creative by Arawa Designs and runs multiple weaving and Korowai workshops 'Te Whare Pohewa o Niwareka'.