Amendments to Te Ture Whenua Maori Act 1993 are being considered following public consultation in 2025, where almost 60 engagement sessions were held nationwide.
Last updated: Tuesday, 9 December 2025 | Rātū, 09 Hakihea, 2025
What's on this page?
Decisions on what changes may be progressed through a potential Amendment Bill are still to be considered.
Potential changes are intended to streamline processes and support easier navigation of aspects of Te Ture Whenua Maori Act 1993. These may support engagement in and development of the Māori land system, promoting connection and the economic growth of Māori land for the benefit of the owners and their communities.
Read the discussion document outlining the proposals and see the FAQs for what’s happening and how the process works.
Questions and feedback
If you have general pātai about the proposals, please contact your local Te Puni Kōkiri office:
Regional contacts for general enquiries
- Te Tai Tokerau – Email: tpk.te-taitokerau@tpk.govt.nz | Phone: 0800 875 888
- Waikato-Waiariki – Email: engagewaikatowaiariki@tpk.govt.nz
- Te Tai Hauāuru – Email: tpk.tetaihauauru@tpk.govt.nz | Phone: 0800 875 334
- Tāmaki Makaurau – Email: tpk.tamaki-makaurau@tpk.govt.nz
Formal submissions have closed. If you wish to share additional whakaaro or have questions about the process, you can still contact us:
Te Puni Kōkiri National Office,
Te Iho
1 Bowen Street
Wellington Central 6011
Email: ttwma@tpk.govt.nz
What happens next?
Te Puni Kōkiri is analysing and considering all feedback received through our consultation. This analysis will inform advice to the Minister on the level of support for the proposals and the scope of any potential Te Ture Whenua Māori Amendment Bill.
Further updates on decisions and next steps will be published on this page.