Unlocking opportunity: New research identifies high-potential pathways for Māori and Pasifika construction businesses

2025-06-24T14:56:58+12:00June 24th, 2025|Business, Construction, Innovation, Investment, Lifestyle|

ConCOVE Tūhura, Amotai, and Poutama Trust have released research identifying four key growth opportunities for Māori and Pasifika-owned businesses in the construction sector. The report, titled "Future focussed skills: growth opportunities for Māori and Pasifika owned businesses in greener construction”, highlights significant potential for businesses to upskill in emerging technologies including trenchless technologies, Building Information [...]

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Budget 2025 offers mixed news for Māori businesses and SMEs

2025-06-24T14:56:49+12:00June 24th, 2025|Business, Innovation, Investment|

While the Tōnui Māori plan receives $40.2m a year to focus on addressing longstanding barriers to Māori economic development such as infrastructure gaps, limited export pathways, and restrictive land law. Māori Education gains include STEM and Te Reo initiatives. Better news on the SME front, the “Investment Boost” allows an immediate 20% tax deduction on [...]

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He Ara Whakahihiko Capability Fund

2025-06-24T14:56:24+12:00June 24th, 2025|Business, Innovation, Investment, Science|

A new fund, He Ara Whakahihiko, will open on 20 August 2025 to back Māori-led science and innovation that delivers commercial outcomes. It replaces older funding streams with two targeted options: one for short-term, ready-to-commercialise research (Ara Whaihua), and another for two-year partnerships (Rangapū Rangahau) that build capability and collaboration.  Around $2 million is also [...]

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Big changes are coming to WorkSafe

2025-06-24T14:56:32+12:00June 24th, 2025|Business, Education, Innovation, Investment|

From late 2025, Worksafe will shift it's focus from broad enforcement to supporting businesses with practical, risk-based guidance - especially on critical risks that could cause serious harm. With Māori having a 30% higher rate of serious non-fatal injuries in the workplace than non-Māori, this is positive.  Expect clearer advice, updated Codes of Practice, and [...]

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R&D Support is still here for kiwi businesses!

2025-06-24T14:56:42+12:00June 24th, 2025|Business, Education, Innovation, Investment, Science|

Even as Callaghan Innovation winds down, there are still plenty of ways your business can access support for research and development (R&D).  Now’s the time to take advantage of funding and expert guidance designed to help you innovate, grow, and succeed. Claim the R&D Tax Incentive Access a 15% tax credit on eligible R&D costs [...]

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Williams Drainage & Civil

2025-06-24T14:57:08+12:00June 24th, 2025|Business, Construction, Innovation, Lifestyle|

Douglas Williams - Ngāti Maru From humble beginnings in Pukekohe to becoming a trusted name across the North Island, Williams Drainage and Civil Limited is a story of grit, growth, and giving back. Douglas Williams, the driving force behind the business, hails from the beautiful Thames/Coromandel region and proudly affiliates with Ngāti Maru (Hauraki).  Now [...]

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Niwa Projects – Building the Future, the Māori Way

2025-06-24T14:57:18+12:00June 19th, 2025|Business, Construction, Innovation, Lifestyle|

Trey Ryder - Te Atihaunui a Pāpārangi, Ngāpuhi Trey Ryder is not just building homes—he’s building a movement.  As the Director of Niwa Projects, a Wellington-based construction company, Trey is on a mission to revolutionise the way we think about housing in Aotearoa. Rooted in kaupapa Māori and driven by a deep sense of kaitiakitanga, [...]

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