Our Policy Approach – Te Tautuhi ō Rongo

Government policy is a critical lever in delivering better outcomes to and for whānau, hapū, Iwi and Māori and for achieving our vision of Thriving Whānau.

Published: Friday, 29 August 2025 | Rāmere, 29 Hereturikōkā, 2025

To enhance the effectiveness of government policy, we have released Te Tautuhi ō Rongo - a public policy framework that helps the public service apply a consistent, structured approach when preparing public policy and advice affecting Māori.   

In simple terms, Te Tautuhi ō Rongo acknowledges that, through the signing of Te Tiriti o Waitangi | The Treaty of Waitangi (Te Tiriti | the Treaty), Māori have collective and individual rights and interests. 

Who can use Te Tautuhi ō Rongo? 

The framework is a tool the public service can use when developing policy, engaging with Māori, and/or exploring how to give effect to Te Tiriti | the Treaty in their work. By embedding the framework in their work, agencies will be better positioned to consider issues from a Māori perspective. This will uplift social and economic factors and result in better policy, more successful outcomes, and a more resilient and inclusive Aotearoa New Zealand.

Tools and resources

The following resources have been developed to help public servants understand and use Te Tautuhi ō Rongo:

The Public Service Commission’s Learning Development Centre also has a range of online micro-bites and conversation starters available: LDC - Te Tautuhi ō Rongo

Have a question?

If you have any questions or would like to find out more about our Te Tautuhi ō Rongo workshops, please contact ttor@tpk.govt.nz.

 

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