It’s an exciting new era in Waikato-Tainui leadership as new members join the ranks alongside stalwarts across Te Whakakitenga (tribal parliament) and Te Arataura (tribal executive committee). At Hopuhopu yesterday, Te Arataura had their hui to elect a new Chair, Linda Te Aho (Poohara Paa), while Ngira Simmonds takes up the role of Deputy Chair (Kaahui Ariki Representative). “It’s an … Read More

Waikato-Tainui and AgResearch have signed a new partnership agreement that will combine indigenous knowledge and science to enhance environmental and community wellbeing. Waikato-Tainui executive chair and AgResearch director Rukumoana Schaafhausen says the partnership is about using the tribe’s maatauranga (indigenous knowledge) and scientific research to deliver better outcomes for communities and the environment. “In the past, our people prospered from … Read More

Waikato-Tainui and ACC have committed to a renewed 10-year partnership agreement to lift health outcomes for people of the tribe. About 16% of Aotearoa’s population is Maaori, however only 12% of all claims lodged are lodged by Maaori. This has provided an opportunity for both Waikato-Tainui and ACC to elevate their commitment to Maaori, and specifically uri Waikato. “I see … Read More

Huihuia te whakaaro kia kotahi. Paiheretia ki te rangimaarie. Korowaitia ki te aroha. On Monday 14 December 2020 a signing ceremony took place between Waikato-Tainui Negotiator Rahui Papa, and the Minister of Treaty of Waitangi Negotiations Andrew Little, to confirm the Waikato-Tainui terms of negotiation. This marks an important step in our settlement journey, allowing for formal negotiations with the … Read More