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Decolonising our awa
A new Otago Regional Council Plan, in partnership with mana whenua, looks to restore the mauri of Otago's freshwater bodies.
MANA AHUREA STORY
Intergenerational connections etched on the walls of Tāhuna
The tenacity and strength of a famous Kāti Māmoe ancestress is celebrated on the streets of Tāhuna Queenstown through Kāi Tahu artworks.
Rakatahi of Aukaha: Riani Iti-Metuatai
Riani Iti-Metuatai (Te Āti Awa, Kuki Ārani) first joined Aukaha in a role supporting our operations and finance team. Raised in a creative whānau, Riani was naturally drawn to incorporating design aspects into her mahi.
MANA AHUREA STORY
Te Ara o Kōpūwai
An intriguing mana whenua narrative of Kōpūwai, a giant tipua (ogre) with a pack of two headed dogs, now overlooks the Ida Valley in the form of a tohu whenua (land marker), thanks to a partnership between Transpower and mana whenua ki Āraiteuru.
Rakatahi of Aukaha: Makareta Wesley-Evans
Raised and nurtured on her ancestral pā at Ōtākou, Makareta Wesley-Evans is fuelled by her passion and deep connection to her tūrakawaewae. After starting at Aukaha in 2022, she has found a place in our Mana Taiao team, helping to strengthen their commitment to reflect local hapū aspirations in planning processes and decisions.
Aukaha welcomes new independent director
It is a busy time for Aukaha as I sit down to write my first pānui as interim Chief Executive. We've been busy pulling together the final details for our annual report, and our board has welcomed a new Independent Director, Mike Collins to the Aukaha whānau.
Time for our annual reflections
It's that time of year when we are busy preparing for our AGM as well as keeping on top of our regular mahi. Looking back on what we have achieved keeps us focused on the work ahead.
MANA AHUREA STORY
“Where there is light, there is life and people”
Notes from the CEO: A refresh of the old Union Dining Hall at The University of Otago embodies more than just a new look.
MANA TAKATA STORY
Providing a seat at the table for equitable outcomes
Notes from the CEO: As the Otago region continues to see significant growth and development, we want to ensure we are providing positive opportunities for Māori and Pasifika individuals and businesses.
MANA TAIAO STORY
Team growth reflects importance of mahi
Notes from the CEO: It’s hard to believe that we are almost halfway through 2023 already. It has been a whirlwind of activity here at Aukaha, as we continue to advocate for the rights and interests of manawhenua in environmental and resource management.
Ōtākou Māori trades and training programme gets green light
Manawhenua-owned consultancy Aukaha has welcomed a more than $40 million boost for new Māori trades and training programmes announced today in Ōtepoti, saying it will make a difference for thousands...
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