News - Te Puni Kōkiri

Notification of Mandate for Treaty of Waitangi Settlement Negotiations: Muaūpoko

Fri, 07 Jun 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Te Puni Kōkiri invites submissions, views or inquiries about the Muaūpoko Tribal Authority (“MTA”) Deed of Mandate.

The submission period will open on Wednesday, 5 June 2013 and submissions must reach Te Puni Kōkiri by no later than 5pm Wednesday, 26 June 2013.

Ngāti Rangitihi Feedback Opportunity: Te Mana o Ngāti Rangitihi Trust Deed of Mandate Strategy

Wed, 29 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Te Mana o Ngāti Rangitihi Trust is an entity established to seek a mandate from the Ngāti Rangitihi people to represent them in negotiations with the Crown for reaching a settlement of all Ngāti Rangitihi historical Treaty grievances.

Waka Māori – taking Māori culture to the world

Mon, 06 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Māori Affairs Minister, Dr. Pita Sharples has welcomed news that Waka Māori will be used in San Francisco during the America’s Cup, and says that the pavilion will show our Māori culture to the world.

Te Puni Kōkiri mourns the passing of Hon Parekura Horomia

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Chief Executive Michelle Hippolite added the voice of Te Puni Kōkiri to the many tributes to Hon Parekura Horomia today. ”We are gathering to remember the former Minister of Māori of Affairs, rangatira, friend and whanaunga.”

Media Release: Kuaka/ 斑尾塍鹬/Godwit: Incredible bird embodies ancient bonds

Fri, 26 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT

A tiny, unassuming bird that flies non-stop from New Zealand to northern China is one of many ancient bonds to be celebrated at this weekend's inaugural Taniwha & Dragon Festival at Auckland's Ōrākei Marae.

Expat Māori population untapped potential

Thu, 07 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT

“Understanding the profile of our international Māori population is an important component to realising the potential of the Māori economy,” says Te Puni Kōkiri Chief Executive Michelle Hippolite.

Selection process for the Youth Press Gallery is now open – Be Heard!

Wed, 06 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT

The seventh Youth Parliament will be held in the Parliamentary Buildings on Tuesday 16 and Wednesday 17 July 2013.

Youth Parliament Selection Process is Open – Be Heard!

Wed, 06 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Find out about New Zealand’s democracy and influence public decision-making by becoming a Youth Member of Parliament (MP).

Be part of the... Constitution Conversation

Wed, 27 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT

The Constitutional Advisory Panel launched resource-rich website www.ourconstitution.org.nz to encourage all New Zealanders to be part of the Constitution Conversation.

Iconic Māori Artist Tribute from Te Puni Kōkiri Chief Executive

Mon, 25 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Michelle Hippolite, Chief Executive of Te Puni Kōkiri, pays tribute to Ralph Hotere ONZ - one of this country’s most revered artists.