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Providing a Māori perspective on wellbeing
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Te 12 o Hui-tanguru 2019 | 12 February 2019
Nelson Fire Information Page
If whānau are seeking more information or updates on the current Nelson Fire please use the links below or call the number provided.
Waikato-Tainui remaining claims
The Te Whakakitenga o Waikato Negotiator released a draft mandate strategy on 1 February 2019.
Investment to deliver better connected marae and communities in the regions
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern announced today that the Government will invest $21 million to ensure even more New Zealanders in the regions can access modern and reliable digital services in their community.
An Indigenous Approach to the Living Standards Framework
This discussion paper provides a Māori perspective on the Living Standards Framework that has been developed by the Treasury to measure wellbeing. It draws on Māori values and principles to provide a different perspective on wellbeing.
Microfinance Research Summary
This Microfinance report provides better insights into the needs of whānau, and details a number of different initiatives that could be considered in the future to address these needs.
Waka ama programme promoting wellbeing for Tairāwhiti rangatahi and whānau
The six-week wellbeing programme provided 18 waka ama teams and their supporting whānau with nutrition, training, and wānanga activities that promoted healthy living, eco-living and cultural connectedness.
Ngā Hua o te Tau – Key activities and achievements for the year ended 30 June 2018
The annual report is a key accountability document which all New Zealand Government departments are required to produce. The ‘Ngā Hua o te Tau’ documents provide a snapshot of key Te Puni Kōkiri achievements for the last financial year, which were outlined in our annual report. The summary booklet has a regional focus and includes information about regional; activity, spend and case studies.
He whakarāpopoto o ngā tūmahi ā-rohe, Ngā Hua o te Tau – Annual Report summaries 2018/19
These two publications provide summaries of the Te Puni Kōkiri annual reports for 2018/19, which are published to meet the requirements of the Public Finance Act 1989.
Pae Aronui: A new initiative that supports rangatahi to thrive
“We are seeking innovative approaches to enhance learning and earning outcomes for rangatahi Māori aged 15-24 through a new initiative, Pae Aronui,” Te Puni Kōkiri spokesperson Nicky Birch announced today.
Seeking candidates for the Building Practitioners Board
On behalf of the Minister for Building and Construction, the Ministry is seeking candidates who wish to be considered for appointment as a member of the Building Practitioners Board. Click the link below to learn more about the vacancy available.
Section 8I Report – More meaningful and transparent says Minister
The Section 8I Report is the first opportunity to track the progress our Government is making against the Waitangi Tribunal’s recommendations, Māori Development Minister Hon Nanaia Mahuta said today.
The Māori Development Minister is required annually to table this report in Parliament. This year it will take on a new format.
Cabinet Paper – Maihi Karauna Final Strategy and Implementation Approach
These documents sought Cabinet's agreement to amend and finalise the Maihi Karauna, which is the Crown's strategy for Māori language revitalisation for 2018-2023.
Marking another step forward in Parihaka reconciliation
Te Puni Kōkiri looks forward to supporting the Parihaka Papakāinga Trust to achieving its vision of rebuilding the mana and legacy of Parihaka.
Supporting Māori into home ownership
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Around 30 whānau in the Manawatū region are a step closer to owning their own home,” says Te Puni Kōkiri Chief Executive Michelle Hippolite.
Literature Review: Perceptions of the Health of the Māori Language 2015
The purpose of this literature review is to provide an in-depth analysis of the health of the Māori language.
Ngāpuhi evolved mandate vote underway now
E tū Ngāpuhi! It's time for your vote on the evolved Ngāpuhi mandate.
Read more to learn about how you and your whānau can have a say on the evolved Ngāpuhi mandate.
Ngāti Ruapani mai Waikaremoana mandate strategy
The Ngāti Ruapani mai Waikaremoana Negotiation Group seek the mandate to represent Ngāti Ruapani mai Waikaremoana in Treaty settlement negotiations with the Crown.
New home ownership trials underway to help whānau
More innovative trials to assist low-income whānau to move towards owning their own homes were announced today by Te Puni Kōkiri Chief Executive Michelle Hippolite.
Marae emergency project winner at international awards
A marae emergency project has taken out two awards at this year’s 66th International Association for Emergency Managers (IAEM) Awards in Michigan, USA.
Doors open to new papakāinga in Wairarapa
A new papakāinga housing development has opened its doors in Wairarapa for the descendants of Hurunui-o-Rangi Marae, located 10km east of Carterton.
Annual Report for the year ended 30 June 2018
The annual report is a key accountability document which all New Zealand Government departments are required to produce. It reports performance against the statement of intent and contains achievements for the year, performance against specific criteria, and audited financial statements. (Pursuant to Section 44 (1) of the Public Finance Act).
Strategic Intentions | He Takunetanga Rautaki 2018-2022
This document outlines the Ministry’s strategic outcomes, key priorities, and desired impacts for the period 2018-2022. It addresses how Te Puni Kōkiri will ensure it can deliver on these objectives that will result in meaningful contributions to Māori development.
Vote Māori Development - 2018
The Minister for Māori Development and Minister for Whānau Ora is required under the Public Finance Act 1989 to report against the following non-departmental appropriations in accordance with section 19B (2) for the year ended 30 June 2018.
Papakāinga provides refuge in time of need
One year on from the Edgecumbe floods local whānau in urgent need of a place to live will now benefit from new papakāinga housing at Kokohinau Marae. Bringing forward of plans for their papakāinga development to help whānau in ongoing need will provide whanau with the help they need to rebuild and move forward.