It is believed that to provide policy on issues regarding Māori, the analyst must first have an understanding of Māori society, tikanga, and behaviour. The proposition of He Hīnātore ki te Ao Māori is to provide this glimpse into Māori culture and give an insight into the complexities of the transgression of cultural values, resolution processes, and various forms of behaviour.
The document can make a significant contribution to the knowledge, understanding andappreciation of Māori perspectives on justice. There must be a genuine effort to understand and appreciate the Māori of view, when incorporating aspects of Māori tikanga in institutions and processes affecting Māori.