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A quick paanui to update you all on a few announcements that have been made by Government this week.
RESOURCE MANAGEMENT REFORMS
You may have seen the media reports yesterday, that the first draft of the exposure draft has been approved by Cabinet and then it will be referred to the select committee inquiry process. The link to these documents are as follows:
Preliminary comments
The Freshwater ILG is cautiously optimistic regarding some aspects of the Exposure Draft of the new Natural and Built Environments Act (NBA) released by the Government.
The NBA includes some elements which better provide for the recognition of te ao Maaori and Te Tiriti o Waitangi which represents an important step beyond the current position under the RMA, for example:
decision-makers would be required ‘to give effect to’ the principles of Te Tiriti, (replacing the current RMA requirement to “take into account”); and
part of the Act’s purpose includes upholding the new concept of "Te Oranga o te Taiao" which focuses on the health of the natural environment and recognises the relationship of iwi/hapuu with Te Taiao and related tikanga.
The proposed provision of strong environmental limits for the protection of Te Taiao are also consistent with one of the principles in Ngaa Maataapono ki te Wai, which is framework developed by the Freshwater ILG in respect to freshwater.
However, the Freshwater ILG considers that other elements of the NBA that require further development in order to truly reflect the Government's stated commitment to better recognising te ao Maaori and give effect to the principles of Te Tiriti.
While there is provision in the Exposure Draft for some role on planning committees at the regional level the details remain to be developed, and we are yet to see any clear role for iwi/hapuu at the National decision-making level.
The resolution of iwi and hapuu rights and interests in freshwater continues to be an outstanding issue which will be critical in the next phase of the reforms regarding the governance, management and allocation of natural resources, including concessions.
The ongoing engagement of iwi and hapuu in these matters is critical moving forward as the full suite of legislative reforms (comprising not only the balance of the NBA, but also the Spatial Planning Act and Climate Change Adaptation Act which are yet to be developed) must give effect to the principles of Te Tiriti, uphold Te Oranga o Te Taiao, and provide for the participation of iwi/hapuu in co-design and decision-making at both a national and regional level.
Next Steps
· The Freshwater ILG are preparing an issues paper and related submission template that we will circulate to all the Iwi Chairs.
· It is also anticipated that we will hold hui at the end of August to allow time for iwi and hapuu to have the opportunity to consider all the issues and ask any questions they may have on key Kaupapa.
· We encourage whaanau to look out for these paanui and to make submissions in August/September.
THREE WATERS REFORMS
Today, Minister Mahuta made an announcement today about the Three Waters Reforms. Please see the link to the Minister’s press release below:
Essentially, in summary – the following key information has been released:
The decision taken by cabinet on the design and number of the new water entities (four regions).
The new system for Three Waters Service Delivery – which will set out the case for change and the need for a comprehensive package of reforms;
Developing the new three waters service delivery entities – which is going to set out the structure of the new entities, associated oversight, governance and ownership arrangements, and mechanisms that provide for communities and consumers voice in the new structure;
Protecting and promoting iwi/Maaori rights and interests in the new three waters service delivery model – which we understand is going to set out specific mechanisms for protecting and promoting rights and interests in the new service delivery model
As per the RM Reforms, the ongoing engagement for iwi and hapuu in these matters is critical moving forward particularly the decisions for the new system and service delivery entities.
The link to information is at the following page: https://www.dia.govt.nz/Three-Waters-Reform-Programme
Mātauranga Māori Marae Ora Fund
This new contestable fund provides $5.7 million over two years to support marae with projects that protect and revitalise mātauranga and taonga on marae. The Mātauranga Māori Marae Ora Fund offers support for a range of small marae-based projects. This includes the development of conservation plans for whare and wharenui arts, the establishment of harvest areas for cultural materials such as pā harakeke and tōtara, and the preservation of taonga such as waka tīwai, korowai and photographs. Funding is open to individual marae including urban marae, and entities (such as iwi, or Post Settlement Governance Entities) applying for funding on behalf of a collective of marae. The next round closes on 11 August 2021. After this, there will be two more rounds before 30 June 2022. Promotion of the fund is ongoing through Manatū Taonga’s Arts and Culture COVID Recovery Programme newsletters and the DIA regional offices and their networks and has included a You Tube media clip for Te Tai Tokerau with MEA (Making Everything Achievable) TV. Applications can be submitted any anytime to the Community Matters online grants and client management system at this web address: www.communitymatters.govt.nz/log-in-here. DIA advisers are available to guide marae through the application process if necessary and can be contacted on 0800 824 824 or matauranga.maori@dia.govt.nz. Applications must align with the Mātauranga Māori Marae Ora funding outcomes: a) Activities lead to greater retention, protection, revitalisation and transmission of mātauranga on the marae b) Traditional artform and hanga whare mātauranga and practices are retained, revitalised, and strengthened on the marae c) Sustainable care and protection of the marae’s taonga and mātauranga is enhanced and developed d) Marae and the wider whānau are engaged and work together to progress marae cultural aspirations The Fund was developed in partnership between Manatū Taonga The Ministry for Culture and Heritage and the Department of Internal Affairs, Te Puni Kōkiri and Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga. Further information on the fund is available on the Community Matters website: https://www.communitymatters.govt.nz/the-matauranga-maori-marae-ora-fund/.
Round One funded projects
Applications to Mātauranga Māori Marae Ora were received from marae across Aotearoa New Zealand. Twenty projects received full or partial funding in the first round. These included archival and digitisation projects, research projects, restoration and conservation work, and support for the restoration of harvest areas. Many projects also included wānanga as a way to transfer knowledge.
The amount of funding awarded to individual projects ranged from $8,400 to $100,000.
Projects at these marae were fully or partially funded:
• Te Poho o Hinemihi Marae (Hawkes Bay)
• Ramoto Kireara Marae (Hawkes Bay)
• Mangaroa Marae (Hawkes Bay)
• Te Whatu Manawa Māoritanga o Rehua Trust Board (Canterbury)
• Whitianga Marae Charitable Trust (Bay of Plenty)
• Te Rūnanga a Rangitāne O Wairau Incorporated (Marlborough)
• Te Hapū O Ngāti Wheke Incorporated (Canterbury)
• Makirikiri Marae Komiti (Manawatu-Whanganui)
• Omarumutu Marae (Bay of Plenty)
• Tūhourangi Tribal Authority Custodial Trustee Limited (Bay of Plenty)
• Kahungunu Community Marae (Hawkes Bay)
• Te Rūnanga o Kaikōura Incorporated (Canterbury)
• Maniapoto Māori Trust Board (Waikato)
• Whakapaumahara Marae (Northland)
• Taraia Marae (Hawkes Bay)
• Waikotikoti Murumurunga Marae Trust (Bay of Plenty)
• Ngāti Hako Te Kotahitanga Marae Trust (Waikato)
• Paikea Whitireia Trust (Gisborne)
• Motuti Marae Trustees (Northland)
• Rongomaraeroa Marae Trust (Hawkes Bay)
Three Waters Reform Programme Update
Three Waters Reform Programme Update
Tēnā koutou katoa,
Advancing the evidence base information release
Today the Department, in partnership with the Steering Committee, released four evidence-based reports, commissioned to inform the case for change for the Three Waters Reform Programme.
You can find the full package of information on the Three Waters Reform Programme webpage now. This includes a set of key messages and FAQs on this information release.
This analysis further demonstrates the need for reform and its potential benefits and addresses key questions raised by local government and mana whenua through recent engagements.
These four reports provide detailed evidence, at a national scale, of the challenges that our communities face under the current three waters arrangements, and the opportunities that arise from providing these services in a different way. They contribute to, rather than provide, the full picture.
The main report by the Water Industry Commission for Scotland (WICS) uses the RfI data provided by councils between November 2020 and February 2021, and publicly available information, including international benchmarks, to undertake economic analysis of reform options.
This information release provides national-level analysis including:
The case for change which focuses on the size of infrastructure investment need into the future, and how reform options could help us meet this in a more affordable way – WICS Phase 2.
Two independent reviews of the WICS Phase 2 methodology and assumptions to ensure it is fit-for-purpose in a New Zealand context – undertaken by Farrierswier and Beca.
A broader economic analysis on the potential impacts of reform on the economy and workforce – Deloitte report.
This national level information release is one part of a series of information packages the Department will provide to support understanding of the potential impacts and opportunities of reform at a national and local level.
Headline findings in the reports:
It is important to remember that the reform programme, and these reports, take a long-term view.
The WICS Phase 2 report finds:
The magnitude of the infrastructure investment needed across the country is a much larger than we had first thought ($120bn -$185bn over the next 30 years). This requirement presents affordability issues for communities across NZ, particularly smaller, rural communities.
New Zealand has scope to achieve efficiencies of around 45% through reform over a 30-year period.
The WICS analysis of aggregation scenarios shows that scenarios ranging from one to four entities provide the greatest opportunities for scale efficiencies and related benefits in terms of improved levels of service and more affordable household bills when compared against the likely outcomes ‘without reform’.
The independent reviews of the WICS reports:
Farrierswier find that the overall approach WICS takes to its analysis should give reasonable estimates in terms of direction and order of magnitude.
Farrierswier also explored the relevant literature to test whether any concerns arise that amalgamation might lead to water entities becoming large enough that diseconomies of scale may emerge. Their view is that the amalgamation scenarios under consideration – with entity sizes that do not exceed 2 million connected citizens – do not appear to include entities of a size that give rise to concerns about diseconomies of scale.
The Beca report which specifically considers the New Zealand context says that, on balance, the forecasts from WICS modelling may underestimate the estimated investment requirements and timeframes. It suggests that WICS modelling of future investment may be conservative.
· Deloitte findings on the economic impacts of reform and the implications for industries:
o The report highlights a wide range of opportunities and challenges for the implementation of the reforms relating to the workforce, supply chain, management of the capital investment programme, innovation and productivity.
o Every region is expected to be positively impacted by reform in terms of GDP and employment growth. The reform is forecast to impact every corner of the economy and is estimated to increase Gross Domestic Product (GDP) by $14.4 billion to $23 billion in present value terms over the next 30 years when compared to the likely outcomes without reform.
o Reform is expected to support significant job creation across the economy. Relative to not undertaking reform, the reforms are estimated to result in 5,800 to 9,300 additional FTE jobs between 2022 and 2051.
o The additional jobs are expected to be spread across a broad range of sectors.
o Average wages are expected to increase by 0.16% - 0.26% over the period which reflects a projected increase in labour productivity.
Water sector workforce transformation through transition
A major focus of both central and local government, and mana whenua is on ensuring that reform does not result in a loss of current staff, but in fact creates a platform to develop and retain talent and enhance local expertise.
Through the joint Central/Local Government Steering Committee, we are working to develop principles for how continuity of the workforce will be maintained, and to provide early certainty for existing Council-employed staff regarding their ongoing role in the sector.
Further details of this workstream will be communicated over the coming months as part of the wider reform programme.
As with any change of this scale, there is likely to be changes in the configuration of jobs in the water sector and its supply chain in the short to medium term. We understand that change can be unsettling.
The Deloitte report notes that over 30 years, significant growth of up to 80% is anticipated in the water sector workforce, presenting significant opportunities for employment growth, specialisation and increased career opportunities. - growing from around 9,000 today to 17,000 over 30 years.
Next Steps
The four reports released today add to the growing evidence base that has been developing over recent years. They contribute to, rather than provide, the full picture.
This is the first in a series of information releases to come over the coming months.
Ngā mihi,
Significant Natural Areas
Significant Natural Areas
Feedback period closes midnight Friday 11 June.
Feedback period closes midnight Friday 11 June.
Our District is home to a range of unique landscapes, species and habitats, many of which are under threat. Council is required to identify these habitats and to protect them through a District Plan. While there are already rules in the current District Plan to manage these habitats, we are now required to identify these areas and manage them more specifically in a new District Plan.
Last year we collaborated with the other Northland councils on a project to map and identify Significant Natural Areas (SNA) within each District. The new mapping has increased the accuracy and knowledge of these natural areas in Northland. Mapping identifies approximately 42% of our District contains these potentially sensitive environments. This is an increase from around 30% last mapped in the 1990s.
The new mapping project was undertaken by consultant ecologists, Wildland Consultants, using existing literature, inspection of new aerial photography and site visits. The mapped SNAs are included in the Draft Proposed District Plan that will be released in early March 2021.
To have your say complete our online survey. You can also send feedback to submissions@fndc.govt.nz. Feedback closes on Friday 11 June.
HE PUAPUA
HE PUAPUA
Tēnā koutou e te whānau whānui o Whangaroa
Please find attached a report recently released under OIA which is in regards to the United Nations Declaration of the Rights of Indigenous Peoples in Aotearoa/New Zealand.
Ngā manaakitanga o te wā
12.5.21 - tpk-undrip-he-puapua (003).pdf
10 May 2021
Eight $3000 tertiary scholarships awarded
Eight $3000 tertiary scholarships awarded
Eight $3000 scholarships have been allocated by the Northland Regional Council to support students studying or training in areas aligned to work the council does in the environmental, economic or community resilience fields.
Northland Regional Council Chair Penny Smart says nominations for the council’s ‘Tū i te ora Scholarship’ opened in mid-December last year and closed mid-February.
Worth $3000 each, Chair Smart says the annual scholarships recognise and support students whose efforts reflect the regional council’s key drivers and its mission of ‘working together to create a healthy environment, strong economy and resilient communities’. (The awards can also help provide financial support to students experiencing financial hardship and difficulties.)
“They also aim to build Māori capacity within Te Taitokerau and provide opportunities for further education, with four of the eight scholarships available earmarked for Māori who whakapapa to Te Taitokerau.”
The council received 90 applications for the eight scholarships available, more than half of which were from Māori who whakapapa to Northland.
A selection panel from the council’s Community Engagement, Environmental Services and Māori Engagement teams reviewed the applications.
This year’s winners (alphabetically by surname) are Tayla Bamber, Eden Edwardson, Blake Thomas Hassell, Samaria Jakeman, Elloise Jennings, Katie Ariana McConnell Wells, Iripareraukura Te Tai and Jack Williams.
Tayla Bamber has strong ties to Kaitaia and is studying towards a Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science, majoring in environmental science and political science.
Eden Edwardson was born in Ōpōtiki but has whakapapa connections to Te Taitokerau. She is currently working towards a Master of Resource and Environmental Management.
Blake Thomas Hassell from Ruawai is studying towards a Bachelor of Science majoring in geography, working towards either a Masters or PhD in Environmental Science.
Samaria Jakeman Born and raised in Taitokerau on the family farm south of Kawakawa, she is studying towards a NZ Diploma in Environmental Management, with plans to continue her studies into a Bachelor of Applied Sciences (Biodiversity Management).
Elloise Jennings from Kaitaia is studying towards a conjoint Bachelor of Arts majoring in geography and Bachelor of Global Studies majoring in global environment and sustainable development.
Katie Ariana McConnell Wells was born and raised in Whangārei and is studying towards a conjoint Bachelor of Laws and Bachelor of Arts majoring in Te Reo Māori.
Iripareraukura Te Tai from Ōmāpere is working towards a Bachelor of Science majoring in environmental science.
Jack Williams has lived in many places in Northland and is currently in his fourth year of study working towards a Masters of Climate Change Policy.
More detailed information about the winners is available online at: https://www.nrc.govt.nz/scholarships2021
Three Waters.pdf
Three Waters Reform Programme Presentation Materials
Three Waters Reform Programme Presentation Materials
Slide pack from last week’s workshop
Slide pack from last week’s workshop
If you have any further thoughts or questions you may email these to this email address. ThreeWaters@dia.govt.nz
Kei nga kāwai Rangatira tini whetū ki te rangi, he tini kaupapa tonu ki te whenua. E ngā mate huhua o te wā, haere, haere, haere atu rā. Ki a koutou ngā kanohi ora a rātou mā, taihoa ake ā tātou pōhiri i te hurumutunga o te wahanga o Hineraumati, he taikarangaranga kē kia apataria ngā hoe ka hurihuri, hoe ka raparapa nā Taipupuni nā Taiwawana kia waihoe tonu i ngā aupiki hīngarungaru o ngā mahi kāore anō kia ea, nā reira, tukua ā tātou kahukuraiti kia haere me tūpono te pipiha a Tangaroa! Tēnā kia rite! Tēna koutou, tēnā koutou, tēnā tātou katoa.
Tena Koutou Katoa
I wanted to update you on progress with the Cultural Sector Regeneration Funding as part of Manatū Taonga’s commitment to share funding opportunities as they become available.
I am pleased to confirm that we have finalised the design of the $60 million Cultural Sector Innovation Fund. The purpose of the Fund is to support innovative projects that improve the sustainability and resilience of the cultural sector. There will also be a focus on supporting projects that will safeguard mātauranga Māori while nurturing its innovation potential.
Today, Minister for Arts, Culture and Heritage Hon Carmel Sepuloni announced the details for the first round of the Cultural Sector Innovation Fund.
“I hear a lot of creative ideas from people who are passionate about arts, culture and heritage. This funding aims to bring those ideas to fruition and comes with an opportunity for the sector to be bold.”
Round one of this three-year fund will be delivered through a series of nationwide regional and online events called Te Urungi: Innovating Aotearoa.
Te Urungi references the steering paddle of the waka hourua. This paddle guides these ocean-going waka, driving them towards their destination with stability and agility. An apt metaphor for this collective innovation journey.
Manatū Taonga will engage with manu whenua in each area as well as other key stakeholders to ensure the programme is designed to best meet the needs and aspirations of the rohe.
These immersive, collaborative events will allow teams and individuals with different skills, experiences and perspectives to come together to develop innovative projects that improve sector sustainability and resilience, increase commercial opportunities, and improve access and participation in arts, culture and heritage for everyone.
After each event, the projects with the most potential to deliver the Fund outcomes will receive funding to support their further development. Everyone will walk away with new knowledge, skills and connections.
More than just an event series, Te Urungi will foster an ongoing, collaborative ecosystem dedicated to exploring innovative solutions around arts, culture and heritage for the duration of this Fund and beyond.
The first regional event in the Te Urungi: Innovating Aotearoa series will be held in Te Whanganui-a-Tara Wellington on 30 April-2 May at a venue in Porirua. The first online event is scheduled for Wednesday 12 May.
More information about Te Urungi: Innovating Aotearoa — including who can apply, when and how — is on our website.
Ngā Puninga Toi ā-Ahurea me ngā Kaupapa funding overview is now available
Ngā Puninga Toi ā-Ahurea me ngā Kaupapa funding overview is now available
I would also like to update you on other funding opportunities from Manatū Taonga.
An overview of Ngā Puninga Toi ā-Ahurea me ngā Kaupapa Cultural Installations and Events is available on our website.
Applications will open in early April for funding between $1,000 and $20,000 to create temporary or permanent cultural installations and events throughout the motu. Projects led by Māori and Pacific cultural organisations and practitioners will be prioritised, with funding made broadly available to cultural sector practitioners, collectives and organisations in Aotearoa.
· For the latest information on the Innovation Fund, see the Manatū Taonga website
· If you have specific questions, email us at support.culture@mch.govt.nz
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Crown RM Reform Engagement Hui
Kia ora koutou
We have been advised that Manatū mō te Taiao, Ministry for the Environment will be conducting hui, led by Hon Kiritapu Allan, in her capacity as the Associate Minister for the Environment. We have not been involved in organising these hui but we understand that the hui will be focused on the proposed reform of the Resource Management system.
As you will know, in 2019, the Government commissioned an expert review of the resource management system led by retired Court of Appeal Judge Hon Tony Randerson QC.
The Panel’s recommendations were informed by consultation, submissions and a series of regional hui in February 2020. The review led to the Panel’s report New Directions for Resource Management in New Zealand published in July 2020.
We understand that the focus of the hui is to seek your views on the recommendations related to Te Tiriti o Waitangi me te ao Māori.
BELOW is a short two page summary of the key issues that have been prepared by the Freshwater team on behalf of Pou Taiao. It is very high level but feel free to amend and adopt for your own regional and iwi circumstances.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Ngaa mihi, Donna
Donna Flavell | Chief Executive
Mobile: | Tel: +64 7 838-0988
Email: Donna.Flavell@tainui.co.nz | Web: www.waikatotainui.com
Address: PO Box 648, 4 Bryce Street, Hamilton 3204
FRESHWATER IWI LEADERS GROUP
RESOURCE MANAGEMENT REFORM
POINTS TO INFORM DISCUSSIONS AT MFE HUI
21 March 2021
Introductory comments
As iwi will know, in 2019, the Government commissioned an expert review of the resource management system led by retired Court of Appeal Judge Hon Tony Randerson QC. The Freshwater ILG was not directly involved in this review.
The Panel’s recommendations were informed by consultation, submissions and a series of regional hui in February 2020. The review led to the Panel’s report New Directions for Resource Management in New Zealand published in July 2020. Following the Panel’s report, Cabinet agreed that “[T]his reform will be based on the recommendations of the Resource Management Review Panel...”[1]
The Freshwater Iwi Leaders Group have been advised that Manatū mō te Taiao, Ministry for the Environment will be conducting hui, led by Hon. Kiritapu Allan, in her capacity as the Associate Minister for the Environment. We have not been involved in organising these hui but we understand that the hui will be focused on the proposed reform of the Resource Management system.
The purpose of this high level paper, with some key points, is to assist those intending to attend the up-coming hui to understand the high level positions of the Freshwater ILG and engage with the materials presented.
Resource Management
The current resource management regime, largely regulated by the Resource Management Act 1991, is broken and in need of urgent and transformational reform.
The Report of the Resource Management Review Panel (June 2020) – New Directions for Resource Management in New Zealand, has shaped Cabinet’s direction for replacing the current Resource Management Act 1991. The Freshwater ILG’s position on the Review Panel’s primary recommendations that affect iwi/hapū are:[2]
The definition and status of Te Mana o Te Taiao and its related reference in any purpose of the proposed new Natural and Built Environments Act (the NBA), must have integrity and resonate in terms of Te Ao Māori and the innate (whakapapa) relationship (and associated) responsibilities between Iwi and hapū and Te Taiao.
The obligation to give effect to the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi must be retained (noting that this falls short of a more fundamental obligation to give effect to Te Tiriti o Waitangi itself which necessarily should be the baseline for the Crown policy and legislation in Aotearoa in 2021). This important obligation should be mandatory on all persons exercising functions and powers under the NBA and the new Spatial Planning Act (the SPA), and importantly should not be undermined by other provisions in the NBA or the SPA.
The definition of the “environment” must expressly recognise that the whakapapa relationship and associated responsibilities between Iwi and hapū and Te Taiao are part of the “environment”, and should be recognised discretely from the generic reference to “peoples and community”.
The definition of sustainability must reflect iwi/hapū concepts of environmental management including the fundamental principle of the environment being able to sustain itself (not simply for the purpose of utilisation by and for the benefit of present and future generations).
Mātauranga Māori and recognition of the whakapapa relationship between iwi/hapū and the environment must be considered as part of the mandatory process to set “natural environment limits” (noting that iwi/hapū are intrinsically connected with the ‘natural environment’ as a matter of whakapapa and tikanga).
Hapū/Iwi must be involved, through a partnership approach, in the setting of National Directions under the NBA and SPA.
The Freshwater ILG does not support National Direction, formulated by the Minister for the Environment, for giving effect to Te Tiriti.
The Freshwater ILG does not support a National Māori Advisory Board to monitor the performance of central and local government in giving effect to Te Tiriti. This is the role of Iwi and hapū.
The Freshwater ILG supports enhancing the Mana Whakahono ā Rohe provisions and must be involved in co-developing these enhancements. Nothing in the reform should derogate from any current Mana Whakahono ā Rohe agreements.
The Freshwater ILG supports having positive obligations on local authorities to use transfer of powers and joint management provisions.
Iwi/hapū must be funded for undertaking resource management functions.
The appropriate terminology for use in the NBA for engagement is hapū and iwi.
The allocation of natural resources is an integral component of the NBA that must sit within the frame of “natural environmental limits”. The NBA will only be certain and durable when Iwi and hapū rights and interests in freshwater are resolved.
Importantly, the Freshwater ILG considers the provisions of the NBA and SPA must not preclude, inhibit or limit the mechanisms required to substantively address and resolve the issue of freshwater rights and interests, and records that a new freshwater statute may be required which establishes a separate regime for freshwater governance, management and allocation or amends the terms of the NBA and SPA to accommodate such a regime.
[1] The Cabinet Paper is available at https://www.mfe.govt.nz/sites/default/files/media/RMA/cabinet-paper-reforming-the-resource-management-system_1.pdf
[2] There are a range of recommendations in the Panel’s Report. These comments are focused on the primary recommendations that will likely affect hapū and iwi.
Climate action week draft programme.pdfTe Tai Tokerau Climate Action Week and Conference
Te Tai Tokerau Climate Action Week and Conference
Kaupapa
Kaupapa
Raise awareness of ecological regeneration, biodiversity and the water cycle for mitigating and adapting to climate change.
Raise the mana of mātauranga Māori as a vital foundation for climate mitigation and adaptation.
Celebrate the diverse action already happening here and link these efforts to climate mitigation and adaptation.
Expand the canvas for action through enhancing networks, supporting current initiatives and further planning.
Te Aka Pūtaiao (Kaupae 5)
Te Aka Pūtaiao (Kaupae 5)
The level 5 certificate in environmental studies provides students with a broad range of skills and knowledge to examine traditional and contemporary models of science relating to the environment.
The programme aims to:
provide opportunities for tauira to gain further knowledge of their own geographical location and significant landmarks within their whānau, hapū or iwi boundaries;
retain knowledge of Mātauranga Māori practices, processes and solutions within an environmental context;
retain knowledge of Mātauranga Māori that is intrinsic within karakia, waiata, whakataukī/whakatauakī, purākau, pakiwaitara etc;
acquire knowledge about contemporary and scientific practices, processes and solutions within an environmental context;
demonstrate knowledge and understanding of environmental legislation to inform whānau, hapū and iwi;
support whānau, hapū and iwi with their environmental aspirations;
develop graduates who can support their whānau, hapū and iwi in finding appropriate solutions to environmental issues or concerns;
create more Māori graduates who have skills and knowledge in science;
promote the development and validity of Māori values, principles and mātauranga Māori in the field of environment;
create graduates that are equipped with knowledge and skills such as research, self-management, critical thinking and good work ethic in order to be successful in higher tertiary study or gain employment in the environment industry.
FOR MORE INFORMATION:
violet.walker@wananga.ac.nz
0272483452
The Weekender, 20 November 2020.pdfMonday 23 November 2020
Taemaro Marae Pānui
Taemaro Marae Pānui
Thursday 19 November 2020
The hui we had over Labour weekend was really good. It was particularly special to be able to connect with whānau and our whenua after keeping our distance in order to keep each other safe.
Please note, our next kanohi ki kanohi hui is the AGM in January 2021. Details are:
Taemaro Marae AGM & General Hui
Date: 2 January 2021
AGM: 11am - 12:30pm
Shared Kai: 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Marae General Hui: 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Location: Taemaro Whare Kauta
Please submit any agenda items asap!
We are going to do things a bit differently with our minutes from herein.
We will send a link to the minutes from the hui. Any documents referenced in the minutes will be accessible via a link in the minutes. You should be able to 'click' on the link to view additional documents. This saves large numbers of documents clogging up everyone's email accounts. If you have any issues - please let us know. We want a system that works for whānau.
We have also committed to collating and distributing the action list. This will take a short time to review and then we will send this out too.
Here is a link to the 25th October 2020 Labour weekend minutes:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1fg6iimkYPDcl3eNriLq8pbUPAX0PUGIFTEbnz-YsxhM/edit?usp=sharing
Here is a link to the 2nd January 2020 General hui minutes:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rnKOtThMKo4LrSKCe753giYFUtnjM4RxjU31GgfC6So/edit?usp=sharing
Here is a link to the 2nd January 2020 AGM:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1O2F_nXpBxLxu3CCgW3hVeX8jnSDfUFUvJDfs0asH0OU/edit?usp=sharing
And one more thing - Ngā mihi mo to ra whānau ki a koe Matua Pita. Pita Pangari has a big birthday this month so best wishes for your special day Matua.
Ngā mihi mahana, nā
Bernadette on behalf of Taemaro Marae Trustees and Committee
Forestry Workforce Roadshow 2020
Forestry Workforce Roadshow 2020
Tuesday 17 November 2020
The roadshow is for forestry employers
The roadshow is for forestry employers
The Forestry Workforce Roadshow is being held in November and December 2020. For the first time, roadshow events will be held online as well as regionally.
The roadshow is travelling to four areas – three in the North Island and one in the South Island.
Boost your recruitment efforts
Boost your recruitment efforts
If you’re a forestry contractor or employer of seasonal forestry workers, the roadshow will help you with your recruitment for 2021.
The roadshow is your chance to:
meet with government agencies and key forestry organisations to find information and tools to support recruitment
connect with your peers
hear what’s working well for recruiting and retaining good employees.
The roadshow will include information on:
Work and Income’s products and services
working with regional work brokers to find employees
creating a safe work environment
how to access funding for training and apprenticeships.
Regional roadshow dates and venues
Regional roadshow dates and venues
Marlborough
Friday 13 November
10am to 3pm
Mount Richmond Estate, 7090 State Highway 6, Rai Valley
Wellington*
Thursday 19 November
1pm to 4pm
Shed 6, 4 Queens Wharf, Te Aro
(*In conjunction with the Safetree conference)
Rotorua
Friday 27 November
10am to 3pm
L303, Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology, Mokoia campus
Whāngarei
Friday 4 December
10am to 3pm
Puawai, The Orchard, 35 Walton Street
Minutes from the Waimahana Marae hui
Minutes from the Waimahana Marae hui
Saturday 3 October 2020
WM Minutes 03-10-20207.pdfHe pānui nā te Kaihautū Matua - Geraldine Baker
He pānui nā te Kaihautū Matua - Geraldine Baker
20202310 Update on matters concernng Kahukiraariki Trust Board.pdfNATIONAL IWI CHAIRS FORUM 2020: Pānui - Taranaki
NATIONAL IWI CHAIRS FORUM 2020: Pānui - Taranaki
Monday 9 November 2020
Kahukuraariki Trust Board appoints new General Manager
Kahukuraariki Trust Board appoints new General Manager
Monday 21 September 2020
Kahukuraariki Trust Board (the Trust Board) has today announced the appointment of Geraldine Baker as its General Manager.
Geraldine, who is of Ngāpuhi, Ngāti Toa Rangatira and Moriori descent was until recently the General Manager of Te Aupouri Commercial Development Limited and Te Aupouri Fisheries Management Limited.
“I am thrilled to have someone of Geraldine’s caliber and skills lead our Iwi in to a new and exciting period,” Chairman of the Trust Board, Teresa Tepania-Ashton says.
“Geraldine is the very first General Manager of our Trust Board. We are now entering a period in our journey where we need on the ground leadership to ensure our people are given the best opportunity, particularly in a post-COVID environment.
“Geraldine brings a wealth of knowledge and existing relationships established over the years, as well as breadth of experience in Iwi and commercial development.
“We are so excited, and we look forward to working with her as we continue to achieve positive outcomes for Ngātikahu ki Whangaroa,” says Mrs Tepania-Aston.
Mrs Baker has extensive experience in accounting, banking and is also the Chairman of Matauri X Incorporation, which is a Māori incorporation with 500+ shareholders owning approx. 478 hectares of prime coastal land.
Mrs Baker said this role is a perfect opportunity for her to contribute back to the advancement of her people and re-connect with her whānau.
“I’m excited about the new position and what this means for our Iwi. I have recently had the opportunity of talking with some of our whānau who appear to be unclear about the whole treaty settlement allocation and what impact (if any), that will have on them.
“This role means to give tangible effect to Iwi aspirations within the confines of the settlement pūtea and the asset base,” said Mrs Baker.
Geraldine’s appointment as General Manager is a first for the Trust Board, and there will be a process of establishing new systems and process.
“Because this is a new role, my first priorities will be to get out and about with our people and listen to what they want to see happen for the benefit of current and future generations.
“I feel genuinely humbled to be given the opportunity to at last start this journey with the Iwi as I know how long they have waited for this to happen. I know I will be the first of many to follow and so setting the foundations for others to add to, is an honour.”
Geraldine was welcomed with a small whakatau at Kerikeri last week, Friday 18 September.
Because of COVID restrictions, visitor numbers were limited, but the Trust Board is looking at introducing Geraldine to Iwi with a two-way Zoom interaction in the next few weeks.
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