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Foreign-owned fishing vessels in New Zealand waters
Following is an update on a range of measures to improve safety, labour and fishing practices on foreign-owned commercial fishing vessels operating in New Zealand waters, implementing Government decisions made in March and May 2012.
Annual Report for the Year Ended 30 June 2012
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).
Te Puni Kōkiri Chief Executive says every child, whānau and future is precious
The Government has announced a new kaupapa which ensures key agencies and professionals who work with children are better connected so that vulnerable tamariki can get the help they need - and at the right time.
Government announces new proposals to respond to children at risk
The Government has announced a new kaupapa which ensures key agencies and professionals who work with children are better connected so that vulnerable tamariki can get the help they need - and at the right time.
Minister of Māori Affairs’ Water Hui Summary Now Available
On Monday 6 August 2012, Minister of Māori Affairs Hon Dr Pita Sharples hosted a hui to discuss Māori rights and interests in water.
Te Puni Kōkiri in national earthquake drill
Te Puni Kōkiri staff were among the 1.3 million people across New Zealand who participated in New Zealand ShakeOut, the country's largest ever earthquake drill at 9.26am today.
Māori Affairs Minister Dr Pita Sharples welcomes Michelle Hippolite and thanks Leith Comer
Māori Affairs Minister Dr Pita Sharples welcomes the appointment of Michelle Hippolite as the new Chief Executive of Te Puni Kokiri, and thanks the departing CE Leith Comer for his ‘active service’ over the past 12 years.
Ngāti Ōrākei Claims Settlement Bill – 2ND Reading by Hon Pita R Sharples
Ka timu te tai, ka pari te tai ki Takaparawhau, e tū whakahī ana. Ōrākei! Tūkuna rā tō karanga kia areare mai ngā taringa, kia hiki i te wairua. Ōrākei! He tohu maumahara ki ngā whawhai o ō koutou nā kuia koroua i tū pakari ai mō te iwi. Ka kore e warewaretia.
Ngāti Manuhiri Claims Settlement Bill – 2nd Reading by Hon Pita R Sharples
From the shores of Whangaparaoa in the south to the cliffs of Paepae o Tū in the north.
From the western tides of Kōritotī, Ōtakamaitū, through the currents of Te Awa o Hōteo, flowing on to Kīkītangiao, Hauhanganui to the Pā of Te Ārai o Tāhuhu.
The children of Manuhiri, the people of Moekaraka Waka –Nau Mai. Haere Mai.
Ngāti Whātua o Kaipara Claims Settlement Bill – 1st Reading Speech by Hon Pita R Sharples
From the sands of Papakanui and Muriwai in the west to the waters of upper Waitematā in the east.
To the sons and daughters of Haranui, Reweti, Kakanui, Araparera and Puatahi marae.
The descendents of Ngāti Whātua, Te Taoū, Ngāti Rongo, Ngāti Hine.
Nau mai, haere mai.
Evaluation of the investment by Te Puni Kōkiri in the Māori Wardens Project 2007 - 2010
In 2011 Te Puni Kōkiri commissioned an evaluation on: how well the Te Puni Kōkiri investment strengthened the capacity and capability of Māori Wardens; and how well Te Puni Kōkiri implemented the investment. This is the full report of the evaluation findings.
Evaluation of the investment by Te Puni Kōkiri in the Māori Wardens Project 2007 - 2010
In 2011 Te Puni Kōkiri commissioned an evaluation on: how well the Te Puni Kōkiri investment strengthened the capacity and capability of Māori Wardens; and how well Te Puni Kōkiri implemented the investment. This is the full report of the evaluation findings. Published in 2012.
Speech by Hon Pita R Sharples - Signing of Deed of Settlement with Ngā Mana Whenua O Tamaki Mākaurau
It was a year ago tomorrow when the eyes of the world turned to the Waitematā and Tāmaki Makaurau.
Get Ready! Get Thru! Be part of New Zealand’s largest ever earthquake drill
At 9.26am on Wednesday 26 September, Te Puni Kōkiri will take part in the New Zealand ShakeOut.
An anticipated one million people will participate in New Zealand’s largest ever earthquake drill. Communities around the motu will practice the “Drop, Cover and Hold” – the right action to take in an earthquake.
Sustainable Farming Fund, special round for Māori agribusiness now open
The Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) has opened two funding rounds this month to promote sustainable resource use in the primary industries.
Eastern Bay of Plenty Nominations Open for Whānau Ora Regional Group
Te Moana ā Toi (Bay of Plenty) Regional Leadership Group (RLG) for Whānau Ora is calling for nominations to appoint a new community member.
Auckland Members Appointed to Whānau Ora Regional Group
A total of six community leaders in health and social services as well as whānau and community development have been appointed to the Tāmaki Makaurau (Auckland) Regional Leadership Group (RLG) for Whānau Ora.
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.
Arohatia te Reo! Cherish the language!
Resident kuia at Te Puni Kōkiri, Nanny Goose popped in to see Chief Executive Leith Comer and personally deliver his Arohatia te reo booklet and stickers.
Nanny Goose says there are more wonderful resources and clips on Te Taura Whiri’s Kōrero Mai website,
CHANGE OF VENUE – NGĀTI MUTUNGA O WHAREKAURI INFORMATION HUI
An information hui for Ngātu Mutunga o Wharekauri scheduled for Sunday 22 July will now be held at:
Domestic Terminal Conference Centre
1st Floor Domestic Terminal
Auckland Airport
The hui will commence at 12 noon as previously advertised.
For further information about the information hui, please contact mandatesubs@tpk.govt.nz
Olympic Cultural Event
The day after last year’s Rugby World Cup Opening Ceremony the editor of the Telegraph Newspaper in London wrote:
“How the coordinator of London’s 2012 Olympics must envy New Zealand’s cultural coherence … the haka is one of the grand sights of world sport and at the heart of the whole opening ceremony.”
Winner of the Inaugural Ahuwhenua Young Māori Trainee/Cadet of the Year Award
Tangaroa Walker has won the inaugural Ahuwhenua Young Māori Trainee/Cadet of the Year Award. Tangaroa, 22, is a Farm Manager for Toa Farms, Kennington, Southland.
From the Minister of Māori Affairs: Business delegation presents gift for New Zealand House in Shanghai
An innovative plan to showcase New Zealand to Chinese consumers will see Māori culture and products playing a central role.
Kapenga M Trust wins 2012 Ahuwhenua Trophy for Māori Excellence in Dairy farming
A commitment to maintaining land and resources for future generations was a strong theme at this evening’s final of the prestigious 2012 Ahuwhenua Trophy – Bank of New Zealand Maori Excellence in Farming competition which was won by the Kapenga M Trust from Rotorua.
From the Minister of Māori Affairs: Business delegation meets with Chinese Forest Group
New Zealand’s Minister of Māori Affairs, Dr Pita Sharples, and members of his business delegation, met with senior executives from the China Forest Group and discussed future proposals in Beijing this week. China Forest Group executives proposed exploring a programme that would see the next generation of Māori leaders in the forestry sector head out to China to gain experience working in some of China’s largest State Owned Enterprises and companies.