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
10 young sparks have their feet in the doors of bright careers in the trades
The inaugural Waikato-Tainui Work Start Programme is a 10 week intensive that prepares young uri Waikato for the real world of trade mahi, while wrapping the best support around them. Partnering with #BCITO (Building and Construction Industry Training Organisation) and with funding support from the PGF (Provincial Growth Fund), 6 of the 10 graduates who attended the recent graduation event … Read More