Nau mai ki Whanake.
Talking about money can be hard, but it doesn't have to be.
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Goal setting and hard work key to financial progress
“Now I appreciate more what my parents did for us. They didn’t have a choice but being raised the way we were made us the people we are today.”
Read Chantelle's Story
Turning a side hustle into a legacy
“The biggest thing is standing your ground, don’t settle for anything less because there is another company that will value what you’re offering.”
Read Kahn's Story
Saving, sacrifices and a good attitude towards money
“If I reflect on where we were a year or even two years ago before we jumped on this journey, it’s taken this experience to get serious about money.”
Read Jaedyn and Ngatiriti's Story
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20 everyday kupu to help make talking about money - or tahua - easier.
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Financial literacy an ongoing journey
“I wasn’t raised in a home-owning whaanau. But it doesn’t have to be our pattern for generations.”
Read Hinerangi's Story
Whanake
to move onwards,
move upwards.
to grow.
to spring up, develop.
to rise.
Whanake is the team responsible for supporting the economic development of Waikato Tainui Tribal members.
It’s our job to empower whaanau through access to housing, financial literacy, pakihi support and more. To do this, we’ve created a range of awesome services, which you’ll find in this hub. From stories about our people, to quick tips and opportunities to increase your knowledge, it’s all here at Whanake!
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Join the Whaanau
Register as a Waikato Tainui Tribal member or update your details, and access a range of support services, resources and education.
Free Financial Literacy courses
Free Home Buyers education
Pakihi funding opportunities and support
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