Articles tagged with Matarik
Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei to Host Matariki 2026 with Theme "For Everyone
2 weeks ago | 113 viewsThe Government has announced Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei in Auckland as the host iwi for next year’s national Matariki broadcast, with the theme "Matariki Herenga Waka – For Everyone." This event aims to unite all people in celebrating the Māori New Year, highlighting the unique cultural significance of the Auckland region. Matariki remains a time for reflection, celebration, and preparation, honoring loved ones and looking forward to the new year.
Tags: Matariki Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei Paul Goldsmith Auckland Māori New Year Matariki Herenga Waka Arts Culture and Heritage New Zealand whānau150+ New Social Homes to Be Delivered in Hawke’s Bay by 2026
1 month ago | 171 viewsHousing Minister Chris Bishop announced that over 150 new social homes will be delivered by Community Housing Providers (CHPs) in Hawke’s Bay, targeting one and two-bedroom units to meet the region's greatest demand. The government is investing in a new housing system focused on building the right homes in the right places with appropriate support, backed by funding for more than 2,000 additional homes nationwide over the next two years. These efforts, supported by simplified funding and partnerships with local organizations, aim to address housing shortages efficiently, with some homes already delivered and more expected by mid-2026.
Tags: Chris Bishop Kāinga Ora Emerge Aotearoa Habitat for Humanity Te Taiwhenua o Heretaunga Ka Uruora Whatever It Takes Trust Hawke’s Bay Matariki Housing Leadership Group Community Housing Providers Ministry of Housing and Urban DevelopmentBoost in Mental Health Support for Youth and Families in New Zealand
1 month ago | 217 viewsMental Health Minister Matt Doocey announced increased funding for community organizations in New Zealand to provide faster access to mental health support for young people and families. Initiatives include strengthening helplines for children, creating digital harm response networks, expanding youth programs, running peer support groups for young mothers, and launching online maternal mental health services. The focus is on early intervention and expanding maternal mental health support to set children up for success, addressing the challenge of mental health among youth and reducing wait times through partnerships with various organizations.
Tags: Matt Doocey young people families mental health support community organisations Barnardos Netsafe Graeme Dingle Foundation Ki Tua o Matariki Whānau Āwhina PlunketExpanding Access to Immersive Learning: New Classrooms for Māori Education
6 months ago | 1447 viewsThe Government is enabling more tāmariki access to full immersion learning in safe, warm and dry classrooms. A $28 million investment will deliver 20 new classrooms across four Māori Medium and Kaupapa Māori Education kura and the commencement of a permanent site for a kura north of Auckland – Te Kura Kaupapa Māori o Ngāringaomatariki. The announcement was made at Takaparawhau, Bastion Point, during Matariki Hautapu celebrations with Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei.
Tags: Arowhenua Auckland Bastion point Erica stanford Hamilton Hautapu Hokianga Invercargill Kaikohe Kaiwaka Kaupapa māori Lower hutt Māori medium Māori new year Matarik Ngāringao Ngāringaomata Takaparawhau Te kura kaupapa māori Te wharekuraNational Matariki and Puanga Celebration at Ngāti Rangi Marae: Honoring Tradition and Looking to the Future
6 months ago | 1265 viewsThe Government is recognising Matariki at the official ceremony near Ohakune today, Arts, Culture and Heritage Minister Paul Goldsmith and Māori Development Minister Tama Potaka say. “We are honoured to be guests of Ngāti Rangi for this traditional hautapu ceremony,” Mr Goldsmith says. “This is the fourth national Matariki broadcast but the first time it has been hosted by a marae, and the first year Puanga is the star of national celebrations.
Tags: Arts culture and heritage Goldsmith Matarik Ngti rang Ohakune Paul goldsmith Tama potakaLargest maritime navigation system upgrade in decades
6 months ago | 1042 viewsThe Government is making New Zealand more attractive to international shipping lines with the first major investment in navigation services in more than 30 years. Land Information Minister Chris Penk says the $28. 6 million Budget 2025 funding secures the future of shipping, tourism and the maritime economy – highlighting the Government's commitment to back economic growth.
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