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Consultation on the proposed Māori Language Strategy
Consultation hui on the proposed new Māori Language Strategy will take place between 10 – 21 February 2014, announced Māori Affairs Minister, Dr. Pita Sharples
Whānau Ora Commissioning Agencies to be announced next year
Minister of Whānau Ora Tariana Turia said today that a decision on the commissioning agencies for Whānau Ora will be announced in the new year. Earlier this year the Minister announced the new model for the future delivery of Whānau Ora which will see the establishment of three Non-Government Organisation (NGOs) commissioning agencies, one based in the North Island, one in the South Island and a Pacific focused agency.
Notification of Draft Mandate Strategy for Treaty Settlements Negotiations: Te Rūnanga o Ngāti Maru Taranaki Trust
Te Rūnanga o Ngāti Maru Taranaki Trust (the Rūnanga) is seeking a mandate to represent Ngāti Maru ki Taranaki in direct negotiations with the Crown for the comprehensive settlement of their historical Treaty of Waitangi claims .
Change of Governance Proposed in Māori Language Strategy
The Minister of Māori Affairs, Hon Dr Pita Sharples, has released today the proposed new Māori Language Strategy for consultation with Māori language stakeholders.
He Tiro Whānui e pā ana ki te Tiaki Taiao 2012: 2012 Kaitiaki Survey Report
The Te Puni Kōkiri Kaitiaki Survey was conducted between September and November 2012 with individuals and organisations that do environmental work and engage in Resource Management Act 1991 processes on behalf of iwi or hapū, or both. The Kaitiaki Survey is a first step in establishing baseline information about how iwi and hapū are involved in natural resource management, including Resource Management Act processes. This report summarises the Kaitiaki survey results. Published in 2013.
Working together to get the best for Waikato-Tainui children
Young children getting a strong start in education are at the heart of Government agencies and iwi working together in the Waikato.
Notification of Mandate Strategy for Treaty Settlement Negotiations: Ngāti Mutunga o Wharekauri
In October 2013, the Ngāti Mutunga o Wharekauri Iwi Trust submitted a mandate strategy to the Crown proposing a mandate process to gain a Crown-recognised mandate to represent Ngāti Mutunga o Wharekauri in negotiations for the comprehensive settlement of their historical Treaty of Waitangi claims. Te Puni Kōkiri now invites submissions on the submitted mandate strategy.
Annual Report for the Year Ended 30 June 2013
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 S39 of the Public Finance Act).
Advertisement for Temporary Judge of the Māori Land Court
The Minister of Māori Affairs invites expressions of interest from suitably qualified persons who would like to be considered for the position of temporary judge of the Māori Land Court. This position is to be based in Te Taitokerau. Temporary judges may be appointed for a period of up to two years.
Notification of Mandate for Treaty of Waitangi Settlement Negotiations: Ngaitai ki Tōrere
The Crown invites submissions, views or inquiries about Ngaitai Iwi Authority (NIA) Deed of Mandate. Submissions must reach Te Puni Kōkiri (TPK) by no later than 5pm Monday 28 October 2013.
RFP opens for Māori and Pasifika Trades Training initiative
Economic Development Minister Steven Joyce and Associate Minister for Tertiary Education, Skills and Employment Tariana Turia have announced that proposals are being sought for the Māori and Pasifika Trades Training initiative.
The Ahuwhenua Trophy Regional Hui
Two Ahuwhenua Trophy regional hui this week: tomorrow in Whakatane, and on Thursday in Hawera.
NOTICE TO RESPONDENTS: RFP Closing Date Extended – Whānau Ora Commissioning Agencies for the North Island, South Island and Pacific Families
Notice to Respondents – RFP Closing Date Extended
GETS REFERENCE 39996:
Whānau Ora Commissioning Agencies
for the North Island and South Island
GETS REFERENCE 39997:
Whānau Ora Commissioning Agency
for Pacific Families
Commemorating Waitangi Day Fund
The Commemorating Waitangi Day Fund supports events that commemorate the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi, and promote nation and community building. The fund aims to encourage a wider mix of communities to take part in Waitangi Day events.
Request For Proposals (RFP) – Whānau Ora Commissioning Agencies
Te Puni Kōkiri today (Friday 23 August 2013) issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for three Whānau Ora commissioning agencies on the Government Electronic Tendering Service (GETS) website.
Government consults on Māori Community Development Act 1962
The first comprehensive public consultation on the Māori Community Development Act since it was passed more than 50 years ago will take place throughout September, Māori Affairs Minister Pita Sharples announced today.
Market Sounding Brief - 25 Hōngongoi / July 2013
The Minister for Whānau Ora, Hon Tariana Turia, announced the model for the future delivery of Whānau Ora on 16 July 2013. A key component of this model is the establishment of three non-government organisation (NGO) commissioning agencies with a North Island, South Island and Pacific focus.
Pānui: Te Puni Kōkiri Tari Matua Closed on Rāhina 22 Hōngongoi 2013
Following the swarm of earthquakes centred in the Cook Strait yesterday, which included a 6.5 magnitude quake, Te Puni Kōkiri House at 143 Lambton Quay is closed on Rāhina, 22 Hōngongoi 2013. Staff that would’ve been working from this Office were advised to work from home.
Te Puni Kōkiri is ready to lead Whānau Ora changes
Te Puni Kōkiri is well-positioned to lead the development of the next stage of implementation for Whānau Ora, says Chief Executive Michelle Hippolite.
Future focus for Whānau Ora
Significant changes to the future scope and direction of Whānau Ora include a non-government organisation (NGO) ‘commissioning for results’ model. Professor Sir Mason Durie – chair of the Whānau Ora Governance Group – says an initial focus on building capability to provide whānau–centred services is progressing well and the focus will now shift to building whānau and family capability to self-manage.
Tuhoronuku Deed of Mandate
Feedback Opportunity: Tūhoronuku Deed of Mandate
Tūhoronuku seeks recognition from the Crown of its mandate to enter into direct negotiations for the comprehensive and final settlement of all Ngāpuhi historical Te Tiriti o Waitangi/Treaty of Waitangi claims with the Crown. The proposed settlement will require negotiation and ratification by Ngāpuhi before a Deed of Settlement is signed with the Crown.
It’s OK to Help’ campaign wins 2013 Public Sector Excellence Awards
The Ministry of Social Development (MSD) communications campaign, ‘It’s OK to Help’ has won the Prime Minister's Award at the IPANZ Gen-i Public Sector Excellence Awards.
Tukutuku to showcase Māori to the World
Tukutuku gracing the walls of the United Nations in New York will provide an invaluable opportunity for Māori Arts and Culture to be promoted globally, Te Puni Kōkiri Chief Executive Michelle Hippolite said today.
Notification of Mandate for Treaty of Waitangi Settlement Negotiations: Muaūpoko
Te Puni Kōkiri invites submissions, views or inquiries about the Muaūpoko Tribal Authority (“MTA”) Deed of Mandate.
The submission period will open on Wednesday, 5 June 2013 and submissions must reach Te Puni Kōkiri by no later than 5pm Wednesday, 26 June 2013.
Ngāti Rangitihi Feedback Opportunity: Te Mana o Ngāti Rangitihi Trust Deed of Mandate Strategy
Te Mana o Ngāti Rangitihi Trust is an entity established to seek a mandate from the Ngāti Rangitihi people to represent them in negotiations with the Crown for reaching a settlement of all Ngāti Rangitihi historical Treaty grievances.