In Focus presents a sharpened look across a range of key issues for Māori. Each In Focus area provides a snapshot of key topic based information, including statistical information, current Government policy, research, the work of Te Puni Kōkiri, and links to other information sources.
Each In Focus area will be updated regularly, and new topic areas will be progressively added to this site. We welcome your feedback on In Focus, including feedback on particular topics of interest for addition. Please contact info@tpk.govt.nz.
Whānau Ora provides practical, community-based support to whānau so they can be self-managing and determine their own economic, cultural and social development. The primary focus is on achieving best outcomes for whānau through the development of whānau leadership and integrated whānau-centred service delivery. Find out more about Whānau Ora »
The revitalisation of the Māori language began during the 1970s. By then, few Māori families spoke Māori, and there were fears that it was in danger of dying out as an everyday language.
This led to the development of initiatives such as Te Kohanga Reo, Kura Kaupapa Māori and Te Ataarangi. By the mid-1980s, the focus has widened to include Māori broadcasting, which eventually led to the establishment of the Māori Broadcasting Funding Agency, Te Māngai Pāho, and the current network of iwi radio stations. Find out more about Te Reo Māori - Māori Language »
Māori Wardens are an unique feature of our Māori community. The service is voluntary and can be seen at a number of national and community events, providing security, traffic control, crowd control, first aid and safe events.
The Māori Wardens Project is a Government initiative to build the capacity and capability of Māori Wardens with a particular focus on youth, safer communities and community reassurance. The Project is administered by Te Puni Kōkiri. Find out more the Māori Wardens Project »
Online information and resources on developing marae, grouped in three key areas - cultural, physical and administrative. Find out more the Marae Development Project Update »
When the 28th Māori Battalion banner was marched out of Pipitea on 1 December 2012 it marked the end of the National Association of the mighty Battalion. Find out more the 28th Māori Battalion National Association wind-up »
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Last modified: 8/01/2013
