NGĀTI KAHUNGUNU IWI INCORPORATED - BOARD SUMMARY - 26 July 2024

 

Tēnā koutou katoa e te iwi,

This is a summary of notes taken at the Board meeting that was held today at the Ngāti Kahungunu Iwi Incorporated Office, 304 Fitzroy Avenue, Hastings.

 

Reo Strategy Refresh

• The Board has commissioned Kauwaka to revisit the Kahungunu, Kia Eke! Ngāti Kahungunu Māori Language Revitalisation Strategy. A Refresh Report was presented by the Kauwaka team Piripi Winiata, Dr Jeremy Tātere MacLeod, and Tā Sir Timoti Karetū.   Shared successes and limitations of the strategy were shared. There are clear needs, There are great programmes taking place, the gaps were identified. Discussions took place on how the strategy applies across our key groups ie PSGE’s, Taiwhenua and our providers of the reo. The recommendations to the NKII Board were to a) note the successes and limitations of Kahungunu kia Eke! b) Agree to adopt the refreshed Kahungunu kia Eke! Strategy and implementation plan for the remainder of the strategy term (2024-2027); and c) Note the need for iwi engagement and development of the new strategy for 2028 onwards. The NKII Board were encouraged to monitor with an iwi wide focus. There was talk about succession planning and the programmes Jeremy has run throughout the years to grow young people….Tira Hou, Paetata, Te Pokaitara. It’s working as young people are leading at their marae, in their communities. Te Reo continues to be a high priority for our iwi. Without our language our culture is dead. The NKII Board are pleased that the Toitū Te Reo Festival will take place in August and congratulated Jeremy and his team on his efforts for this brand new Festival.

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Te Rauhina Knitting and Crochet Club – support the Wairoa Flood affected whānau

• During the week Nanny Pauline Barber came to the office on behalf of the Rauhina Knitting Club from Waimarama to donate some knitting gear to the Wairoa flood affected whānau. A presentation was played at the Board meeting and Nigel was presented with the bags of gear that will be taken to Wairoa. It was well received. Watch the little presso here

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Environment and Natural Resources Update

• A successful Fish Hook Summit was held in June. Acknowledged Taiwhenua attendance and presentations. Director Ngaio Tiuka urged the Board to be bold in our Taiao statements so that everyone is clear on who we are and what our key messages are and who we represent. In forums with our own people, NKII leads have been asked what mandate we have. Board members would like to see the NKII staff work across the Taiwhenua to train lead and implement strategies. CE Chrissie Hape asked Taiwhenua representatives on the NKII board to share their aspirations with the iwi so we can work across. Board members would like to know NKII’s overall aspirations to be able to link into those aspirations. Future hui at each Taiwhenua could include more NKII visits. Link to our website to view the FHSummit

 

Hui Taumata

• Hui Taumata was a success – over 3,000 in attendance. Acknowledged the great work that took place to ensure it was a safe environment for the motu to come. Acknowledged Te Piringa Hapū and Omahu Marae. The cost for these kinds of events is unplanned. Cost to hold this Hui Taumata was 180k. Main costs involved mitigating safety for the venue. Acknowledged support of PSGE’s and local Taiwhenua who have been asked to provide support. Bayden is following up with these leaders to remind them of their commitment. Link to our website for more information. Click here to view the working

 

National Iwi Chairs Forum

• NKII Hosting National Iwi Chairs Forum in November – a team is going to the August hui to bring home the mauri.

 

Whai Kāinga Whai Oranga

• Whai Kāinga Whai Oranga – 34 papakainga houses commenced. Theres an opportunity for PSGE’s and Māori entities to enter into a shared equity arrangement with NKII for the provision of affordable rentals. 11 houses have been moved to Omahu. NKII entering into purchase of land in Waipukurau and Otane for housing. 81of 86 cabins are either rent to own or purchased outright.  

 

Te Ara Mātua

• Te Ara Matua Whānau Wānanga Space opened last week – a space for training and wananga to family group conference etc. Te Ara Mātua Whāngai tender completed, 2 successful groups, Ikaroa Rangatahi and Te Roopu a iwi Trust were chosen. Former OT secondee Melissa White took voluntary redundancy from Oranga Tamariki on 19 July finished as part of the GOVT restructure and commenced with NKII on 22 July as the new Programme Director for Te Ara Mātua. Melissa ill be responsible for ensuring the effective implementation and management of the Te Ara Mātua and relationship with the NGO service providers. Janice Stevens joined the Te Ara Mātua team as the Programme Advisor and will join Ana Carroll in her role working with service providers and whānau. A new space in Napier has been secured for a Te Ara Mātua space for Napier whānau. New roles will be sent out for Te Ara Mātua roles over the next week. Chrissie has asked the team to provide Key Messages so the iwi, everyone knows what it is. 

 

Te Kura Family Harm

• Te Kura Family Harm team is changing. Vacancies closed today for a Te Kura Kaiawhina and Administrator – two roles. Shortlisting is taking place.

 

Audit and Special General Meeting

• Audit Update – KAHC have signed off their consolidated accounts. Goal to have these combined and prepared for NKII sign off next week so we can panui out for Special General Meeting with docs in order. Date for SGM to be confirmed. SGM will be both in person and online for others to join in. Board has committed to have accounts signed next week.

 

Wairoa Flooding

• The NKII Board will take advice from Waiora Taiwhenua Chairman as to how we support the whānau

 

Submissions

• Legislation changes – NKII keeping up with submissions. Maori Wards (Bayden), Fast Track (Ngaio and Shade), Opposing the removal of Section 7AA of the OT legislation (Chrissie and Melissa)

 

Te Roopu Manaaki Board – Sport HB – Ra Lewis

NKII has sanctioned to revive the Te Roopu Manaaki Board for SHB.

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Taiwhenua Highlights

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Wairoa Taiwhenua – Nigel How

On 26 June 2024 the water in the Wairoa River had no option but to back-up at the river mouth and flood Wairoa South. Initially 420 properties and hundreds of whanau were affected. As of 11 July 2024, 127 homes in Wairoa South have been classified as yellowed stickered. This adds to the homes in North Clyde still to be repaired after Cyclone Gabrielle. This has added further hardship, trauma and worry to our already overburdened community. The strain and stress are very real. It is only through sheer determination, resilience and teamwork that our community moves forward the best we can. We have to as we have done for a thousand years. We are grateful for all support that has come from near and afar.

 

Northern Taurahere – Eru Beattie

We continue with our prime objective of providing care, support and to promote well-being to our Kahungunu people, especially kaumātua in Kirikiriroa and regions. Our Taurahere committee has two or three wānanga on Kahungunu waiata,stories annually as well as an open gala day to fly our flag with the aim of attracting the younger generation. We are needing a place to meet whereas at the moment we go where we can.

 

Heretaunga Taiwhenua – Thompson Hokianga

There’s so much going on at Heretaunga Taiwhenua. Highlighted Kaupapa includes Taiao, MBiEs Ahgikaroa online wānanga and IronMaori’s project team and advisory group set up to get this first year event under the Taiwhenua up and going.

 

Kahungunu ki Wairarapa –  Melissa Ihaka

KKW continues to be a hive of activity. Working on Social Service Contracts to ensure they continue. Matua Ra Smith has resigned and is now working with the PSGE as an environmental advisor. KKW and PSGE looking to unite as a collective. Acknowledged great Matariki Light show event and the sponsors, supporters and attendees. Great event. Working with the Min of Education to have Taonga Takiwātanga delievered in the Wairarapa. Also working on whanau wellbeing project and starting with Te Reo Maori classes

 

Te Taiwhenua o Tamatea - Jenny Nelson-Smith

Tamatea Taumata - The Tamatea Taumata has been formed to advise and guide Tamatea whānau whānui on tīkanga, kawa, whakapapa and whenua kaupapa. The Tamatea Taumata membership is Brian Morris, Ihaia Hutana, Johnny Nepe-Apatu, David Tipene-Leach, Roger Maaka, Tracey Snee-Ngarotata. Tamatea-Central Hawkes Bay District Council Māori Constituency Māori Wards - The Tamatea Taumata name for the Māori Constituency is ‘RAUTAHI’. Mayor Council Appointees - The Mayors Orders have enabled the Tamatea Whānau Whānui to have two representatives to sit on the Tamatea-Central Hawkes Bay District Council and will have all Councilor rights except voting rights. Te Taiwhenua o Tamatea whānau whānui elected Crystal Pekepo and Amiria Nepe Apatu and their ‘Whakatau’ is scheduled 15th August 2024. The appointees will be known as Pouwhirinaki. Te Taiwhenua o Tamatea AGM - Sunday, 28th July 2024, 10.00am

 

Kahungunu ki Tāmaki nui a-Rua – Hayden Hape

A busy hive of activities. Kaumātua activities thriving. Kicked off this years Kahungunu Matariki events and was a great success. A Fit for Matariki Event is helping whanau with wellness. Looking at further Business Opportunities on the horizon.

 

Southern Taurahere – Brian Ruawai-Hamilton

Acknowledged those who are unwell.

Wellness is a key aspect to keeping ourselves healthy.

(Brian was acknowledged for coming from afar to attend our iwi events).

 

Writer: Ruth Wong

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