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a day ago
- Business
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Ngāti Kahungunu Iwi Incorporated Is Reviewing Its 25-year Vision mai KAHUNGUNU2026 ki KAHUNGUNU2050
Press Release – Ngati Kahungunu Iwi Inc Its time to review our Strategic Vision mai KAHUNGUNU2026 ki KAHUNGUNU2050 to ensure we are still on track and heading in the right direction. We have diverted, seen a lot and learned a lot of changes in our environment. A Review is important … Ngāti Kahungunu Iwi Incorporated (NKII) is reviewing its 25-year vision from 2026-2050. The newly elected NKII Board members met for the first time on Friday 30 May, just in time for the roll out of the KAHUNGUNU2050 Strategic Vision Review. Over the next two months, hui-a-tinana will be held in each of the six Taiwhenua/districts and at the two active Taurahere rohe in Kirikiriroa/Hamilton, and in Te Whanganui a Tara/Wellington, to allow whānau to feed into the review. NKII Board Chairman Bayden Barber will lead the discussions with the key Board members and leaders of each rohe. The goal is for all Kahungunu voices to be heard. 'E te iwi, your input is crucial'. All korero will be collated into the feedback database! How will we collect and collate your information? We will hold hui-a-tinana; online zoom hui; online survey; email; and we are happy to be invited to additional / your hui if we cannot attend hui a tinana, we will zoom into your hui. Information will be updated on the iwi website. If you can't attend a hui, give input via the survey or join us on our zoom hui, you are welcome to email your thoughts directly to the tari Kahungunu2050@ See the website for all information. If you cannot contact us via any of these portals, we will collect all forms of communication and collate it into the feedback. Phone our office if you need help to have your voice heard – Toll free 0800 524 864. The first of these hui-a-tinana will start this week on Thursday 5 June at 5pm at the Wairoa Community Centre and will coincide with the launch of their Matariki events in Wairoa. Former NKII Board member representing Wairoa, Nigel How, has been involved with the NKII Boards Review process during his two terms on the Board 2019-2025. NKII has learned a lot about our Wairoa whānau during these years. 'Wairoa is Wairoa, give us the resources and let us govern ourselves – otherwise get out of our way' – A clear and collective voice of Nigel How during Cyclone Gabrielle Nigel was one of the only former Board members who supported his NKII Board member successor Esta Wainohu-Marcum bringing her to the Waipatu mahau on Friday during the pōhiri of the new NKII Board. Similar to Nigel and his upbringing, Esta has been raised and moulded for this position along with other positions she holds in the community. Even the Wairoa Mayor. Craig Little attended the pōhiri of the Board and spoke about Esta's value in their community of Wairoa. Other former NKII Board members to acknowledge for their work and contribution to the KAHUNGUNU2026 Strategic Vison, many who have now passed on are, Murray Hemopo, William Blake, Aotearoa (Digger) Karauria, Albert Walker (Jnr), Sophie Keefe, Rill Meihana, Albert Walker, Miriama Hammond, Alice Wairau, Naomi Wilson and of course Nigel How. Vision Background In September 2001, consultation with whānau throughout the rohe of Kahungunu occurred. Whānau shared their views, aspirations and desires which helped shape the development of a vision to guide Ngāti Kahungunu into the future. The vision, known as Kahungunu 2026, outlined the vision and mission statements and identified seven strategic objectives to focus on. The Ngāti Kahungunu Iwi Incorporated planning framework continues to outline priorities, activities and desired outcomes that link directly to the strategic objectives within the Kahungunu 2026 vision. Our Vision Statement is 'Kahungunu – ki te whaiao, ki te ao marama' Achieving excellence in all areas of our lives Our Mission Statement is 'Kia maumahara ki te mana āhua ake o Ngāti Kahungunu' Uphold the absolute uniqueness of the living breath of Kahungunu, to enhance the mana and wellbeing of Ngāti Kahungunu Iwi' It's time to review our Strategic Vision mai KAHUNGUNU2026 ki KAHUNGUNU2050 to ensure we are still on track and heading in the right direction. We have diverted, seen a lot and learned a lot of changes in our environment. A Review is important to keep us all on track.
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2 days ago
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Ngāti Kahungunu Iwi Incorporated Is Reviewing Its 25-year Vision mai KAHUNGUNU2026 ki KAHUNGUNU2050
Ngāti Kahungunu Iwi Incorporated (NKII) is reviewing its 25-year vision from 2026-2050. The newly elected NKII Board members met for the first time on Friday 30 May, just in time for the roll out of the KAHUNGUNU2050 Strategic Vision Review. Over the next two months, hui-a-tinana will be held in each of the six Taiwhenua/districts and at the two active Taurahere rohe in Kirikiriroa/Hamilton, and in Te Whanganui a Tara/Wellington, to allow whānau to feed into the review. NKII Board Chairman Bayden Barber will lead the discussions with the key Board members and leaders of each rohe. The goal is for all Kahungunu voices to be heard. 'E te iwi, your input is crucial'. All korero will be collated into the feedback database! How will we collect and collate your information? We will hold hui-a-tinana; online zoom hui; online survey; email; and we are happy to be invited to additional / your hui if we cannot attend hui a tinana, we will zoom into your hui. Information will be updated on the iwi website. If you can't attend a hui, give input via the survey or join us on our zoom hui, you are welcome to email your thoughts directly to the tari Kahungunu2050@ See the website for all information. If you cannot contact us via any of these portals, we will collect all forms of communication and collate it into the feedback. Phone our office if you need help to have your voice heard – Toll free 0800 524 864. The first of these hui-a-tinana will start this week on Thursday 5 June at 5pm at the Wairoa Community Centre and will coincide with the launch of their Matariki events in Wairoa. Former NKII Board member representing Wairoa, Nigel How, has been involved with the NKII Boards Review process during his two terms on the Board 2019-2025. NKII has learned a lot about our Wairoa whānau during these years. 'Wairoa is Wairoa, give us the resources and let us govern ourselves – otherwise get out of our way' – A clear and collective voice of Nigel How during Cyclone Gabrielle Nigel was one of the only former Board members who supported his NKII Board member successor Esta Wainohu-Marcum bringing her to the Waipatu mahau on Friday during the pōhiri of the new NKII Board. Similar to Nigel and his upbringing, Esta has been raised and moulded for this position along with other positions she holds in the community. Even the Wairoa Mayor. Craig Little attended the pōhiri of the Board and spoke about Esta's value in their community of Wairoa. Other former NKII Board members to acknowledge for their work and contribution to the KAHUNGUNU2026 Strategic Vison, many who have now passed on are, Murray Hemopo, William Blake, Aotearoa (Digger) Karauria, Albert Walker (Jnr), Sophie Keefe, Rill Meihana, Albert Walker, Miriama Hammond, Alice Wairau, Naomi Wilson and of course Nigel How. Vision Background In September 2001, consultation with whānau throughout the rohe of Kahungunu occurred. Whānau shared their views, aspirations and desires which helped shape the development of a vision to guide Ngāti Kahungunu into the future. The vision, known as Kahungunu 2026, outlined the vision and mission statements and identified seven strategic objectives to focus on. The Ngāti Kahungunu Iwi Incorporated planning framework continues to outline priorities, activities and desired outcomes that link directly to the strategic objectives within the Kahungunu 2026 vision. Our Vision Statement is 'Kahungunu - ki te whaiao, ki te ao marama' Achieving excellence in all areas of our lives Our Mission Statement is 'Kia maumahara ki te mana āhua ake o Ngāti Kahungunu' Uphold the absolute uniqueness of the living breath of Kahungunu, to enhance the mana and wellbeing of Ngāti Kahungunu Iwi' It's time to review our Strategic Vision mai KAHUNGUNU2026 ki KAHUNGUNU2050 to ensure we are still on track and heading in the right direction. We have diverted, seen a lot and learned a lot of changes in our environment. A Review is important to keep us all on track.
NZ Herald
16-05-2025
- Climate
- NZ Herald
Crown announces multimillion-dollar support for five relocated marae in Tairāwhiti
Luxon said it was 'a special and emotional day' hearing the accounts of marae being rebuilt where there had been 'utter devastation, grief and a sense of huge loss'. 'The community and iwi have come together to make a real difficult decision to make a change that will last for years and decades, and will set up future generations,' Luxon said. Gisborne District designated the five marae as Category 3 – high risk. 'Not safe to occupy because of unacceptable risk to life from future extreme weather,' Mitchell said. 'Each of the marae have accepted the Crown's support package and have acquired new sites to relocate to. 'The new sites are in close proximity within, or close to, their respective tribal boundaries. 'The impact of the severe weather on the marae was devastating for the many whānau and hapū connected to these marae and their wider community.' Mitchell said the decision to relocate was not an easy one. 'It has come from the desire of the marae trustees to keep their marae and their respective whānau safe and secure, protecting the lives of those who might otherwise be at real risk from any future severe weather events.' Potaka said relocating the individual marae would take time. 'We expect the relocation works, including the rebuild of wharenui and whare kai where required due to the damage, will take place over the next two or so years.' For some of the marae, the project would be a complete rebuild. 'Reaching this point is a significant milestone,' Potaka said. 'Most importantly, it will provide affected whānau and hapū peace of mind, and will have the added benefit of creating opportunities for SMEs [small and medium-sized enterprises] and jobs. 'This augments the growing construction capability on the East Coast as a result of the mahi at Toitū Tairāwhiti and others,' Potaka said. The ministers said the Crown was also working with two Kahungunu marae in Hawke's Bay, Tangoio and Petāne, with support packages available to both marae so they can re-establish in safer locations. 'These marae were also designated by their local council as having an unacceptable risk to life.' A total of $136.215m, allocated from the 2023 and 2024 Budgets, will fund the entire Whenua Māori and Marae Relocation Programme following the North Island weather events. It includes the costs to relocate owners of 24 whenua Māori properties to safety, as well as demolition of residential structures, and covers some assistance to support affected sites of cultural significance, principally urūpa. Potaka said the Crown recognised moving a marae required careful navigation. 'This is not an easy journey and we would like to thank the marae trustees for working with us to ensure the safety of people on marae.'
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08-05-2025
- Entertainment
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Award-Winning Musician Mohi Drops New Single ‘Just Kids' & Confirms Release Date For More New Music In 2025
Press Release – The Public Good Hot off the back of releasing his single Flowers in Hendo in April, award-winning musician and Aotearoa's neo-soul lover boy MOHI (Ngāpuhi, Te Rarawa, Ngāi Te Rangi and Ngāti Kahungunu ki Te Wairoa) has this week delivered a second track – Just Kids – and announced a release date for more tracks ahead of his full album later in 2025. Available now, MOHI's second single Just Kids speaks to the experience of four kids growing up in West Auckland. MOHI says: ' Just Kids was written in one morning. I couldn't get the picture out of my head of us kids jamming bullrush in the parking lot at our old school. I started writing about things that were significant to me at that time like Purple Starz, lolly bags we'd smash before touch rugby at Strid Rd, and $2 hot chips with my mates and cuzzies.' MOHI's new music, which is being released under the umbrella title of The Flowers That Grow, comprises 'Side A' of a year-long project which will see him continue to release more fresh tracks throughout the year to complete his personal storytelling journey. Side A – The Flowers That Grow will be available on all major streaming platforms on May 23. Featuring singles Flowers In Hendo, Just Kids and his 2024 Waiata Anthems track My Love, The Flowers That Grow will also feature two brand new songs which continue to highlight MOHI's evolution as an artist through heartfelt and meaningful storytelling. While Te Marama Puoro o Aotearoa (NZ Music Month) is in full swing, MOHI is currently part of a contingent of Kiwi artists who are representing Aotearoa in Focus Wales Indigenous Artists Festival where he is showcasing his latest mahi to an international audience. When he returns to Aotearoa, he's excited to share his latest and most personal singles with fans and beyond. MOHI shares: 'I'm so stoked with the feedback of my first single Flowers in Hendo. Every song on this EP is everything to me. It's taken three months to write, but a lifetime to get to this stage in my life to release this music. This music is for me, for mine, for the people that resonate with the message, for the people it is meant for.' Just Kids is now available on all major streaming platforms. LISTEN HERE. MOHI's full five tracks The Flowers That Grow (Side A of the full album coming later this year) will be available on all major streaming platforms from May 23. Just Kids and The Flowers That Grow were produced with the support of NZ on Air. ABOUT MOHI: Hailing from the urban streets of Henderson, West Auckland, award-winning Indigenous artist MOHI is a once-in-a-lifetime talent. His music weaves Te Reo Māori and traditional Māori storytelling with English lyrics and urban influences, creating a unique and visionary sound. With whakapapa connecting to Te Tai Tokerau, Tauranga Moana, and Ngāti Kahungunu ki Te Wairoa, MOHI's journey is deeply rooted in his Māori heritage. Since launching his solo career in 2020, MOHI has grown to become a household name. With a string of chart-topping hit singles under his belt, MOHI's music has struck a chord with listeners from all walks of life across the globe. His latest project 'The Flowers That Grow From Concrete Pavements' has already seen two singles topping the NZ Music Singles Charts 2024. Last year, MOHI won the Best Te Reo Māori Album and Best Male Artist at the Māori Music Awards 2024. MOHI was also nominated for the 'Best Māori Artist' and the 'Mana Reo' awards at this year's Aotearoa Music Awards 2024 and clinched the coveted APRA MAIOHA AWARD for his waiata 'Me Pēhea Rā.' MOHI now sets his eyes on international waters with his first showing of his latest project 'The Flowers That Grow From Concrete Pavements' happening at the FOCUS International Showcase Festival in Wales, UK this May. Prepare to be taken on a journey that transcends time and space, as MOHI delivers an unforgettable live performance that is as visually captivating as it is sonically mesmerising.
