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Te Hūmeka Presents: Practical tools + mindset reset to power your success

2025-07-23T09:24:09+12:00July 23rd, 2025|Business, Education, Health, Innovation, Lifestyle|

If you’re smashing goals but feeling smashed in the process — this is your wake-up call. Te Hūmeka invites you to a powerful session: "You're Not Just Tired – You Might Be BURNT OUT." Kicking off with a sharp 10-minute mindset reset from Kim Hill, followed by Dr. Nina — medical doctor, burnout expert, and [...]

Climate Connect Aotearoa Webinar

2025-07-23T09:24:16+12:00July 23rd, 2025|Business, Education, Innovation, Lifestyle, Science|

🌍 Empowering Local Businesses to Tackle Climate Risks: Free Webinar by Climate Connect Aotearoa In a bold step toward climate resilience, Climate Connect Aotearoa is inviting business advisors, mentors, and community leaders to a dynamic new webinar designed to equip them with the tools to help local businesses thrive in the face of climate-related challenges. [...]

Government’s AI strategy

2025-07-23T09:24:24+12:00July 23rd, 2025|Business, Digital, Education, Innovation, Lifestyle, Technology|

💡 Big News for Small Biz: New Zealand’s AI Strategy Opens Doors to Smarter Growth Calling all Kiwi business owners, hustlers, and innovators! The New Zealand Government recently launched the New Zealand AI Strategy, and it’s packed with opportunities for small to medium enterprises (SMEs) and entrepreneurs ready to take their business to the next level. [...]

R&D Grants Are Back – Supercharge Innovation with Fresh Talent!

2025-07-23T09:24:31+12:00July 23rd, 2025|Business, Education, Innovation, Research, Science|

Applications Now Open | Funding is Limited – Act Fast! Looking to inject fresh energy into your R&D projects?  The R&D Career Grant and R&D Experience Grant are back – and they’re better than ever! These grants are a win-win-win: ✅ Innovative businesses get hands-on support and fresh thinking. ✅ Students and graduates gain real-world [...]

JAM Group – Journey of Craftsmanship and Culture

2025-07-23T09:24:38+12:00July 23rd, 2025|Business, Construction, Innovation, Investment, Lifestyle|

John Anderson - Tūhourangi From Rotorua Roots to Regional Recognition In the heart of Rotorua, where geothermal wonders meet rich Māori heritage, a local business is making waves in the construction and electrical industry. Meet John Anderson, the founder of JAM Group, whose journey from solo tradesman to leading a thriving team is as inspiring [...]

Native Tree Farm™ – Rooted in Whenua, Powered by Whānau

2025-07-23T09:24:46+12:00July 23rd, 2025|Agriculture, Business, Cuisine, Health, Innovation, Lifestyle, Science|

Laureen Waimarino Andrews - Whakatōhea, Ngāti Porou, Te Arawa Nestled in the heart of Whakatāne, where the land breathes life into tradition, Laureen and her whānau are cultivating more than just native botanicals — they’re growing a legacy. Laureen's deep connection to the whenua and whakapapa is the heartbeat of Native Tree Farm NZ, a [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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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