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 [...]

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 [...]

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, [...]

He koha mā te Māmā – Mother’s Day gift ideas

2025-05-07T08:04:52+12:00May 7th, 2025|Business, Creative, Fashion, Honey, Innovation, Lifestyle, Retail, Service|

This Mother’s Day, give a gift that gives twice — once to your māmā, and again to support a pakihi Māori. Whether it’s kai, kākahu, taonga or homeware, every Māori Made purchase supports whānau, whakapapa, and kaupapa Māori enterprise. Our partners at Whāriki have pulled together a few thoughtful ideas to help you celebrate your [...]

Ōtepoti KUMA Kai & Kōrero Breakfast Hui – May

2025-05-07T08:05:24+12:00May 7th, 2025|Business, Innovation, Service|

Nau mai, haere mai KUMA (Te Kupeka Umaka Māori ki Araiteuru) is hosting its next Kai & Kōrero breakfast hui in Ōtepoti (Dunedin), under the korowai of whanaungatanga. These hui are a great opportunity to connect kānohi ki te kānohi with other pakihi Māori, share insights, and strengthen the Māori business network in Te Waipounamu. [...]

E Tipu – Just over two weeks to go!

2025-05-07T08:05:33+12:00May 7th, 2025|Agriculture, Beverages, Business, Cuisine, Honey, Innovation|

YOU CAN'T PUT A PRICE ON SHAPING THE FUTURE OF FOOD AND FIBRE E Tipu - The New Zealand Future Food and Fibre Summit 2025 will be an opportunity to join a vibrant, immersive experience to help answer some of the most critical, sometimes uncomfortable questions about how to grow the sector together for the [...]

Grounded Company HQ Ltd – Building Community, One Project at a Time

2025-05-07T08:05:42+12:00May 7th, 2025|Business, Construction, Innovation, Trades|

Matt & Carol Loader, Ngāti Tūwharetoa, Ngāti Hine Grounded Company HQ Ltd - Te Whare Tū Manawa o Grounded provide civil construction and drainage solutions.  Nestled in the heart of the Whanganui Region, their roots run deep in the local community.  Their connection to the land and people shapes everything they do, from their business [...]

Mānuka Performance: A Blend of Tradition and Innovation

2025-05-07T08:05:50+12:00May 7th, 2025|Agriculture, Business, Health, Honey, Innovation, Lifestyle, Science|

Tristan Vine - Tūhoe, Ngāti Kuri In 2019 Tristan co-founded Mānuka Performance alongside his business partner, Jeremy Gardiner, of Ngati Awa descent.  Their venture into the world of nutraceutical manufacturing has been a journey of passion and dedication. Mānuka Performance specialises in creating high-value sports energy, recovery, and lifestyle products for both humans and animals.  [...]

MWDI He Papa Pūtea Pakihi Wairoa

2025-04-03T09:43:42+13:00April 3rd, 2025|Business, Education, Innovation, Investment, Service|

Are you in business or planning to start a new business and want to understand your Inland Revenue Department (IRD) obligations better? Do you want to connect with industry specialists and network with like-minded whānau? MWDI He Papa Pūtea Pakihi is a 2-hour wānanga bringing together professional knowledge and insights from industry experts and business [...]

Poutama and the Regional Business Partner (RBP) Network

2025-06-24T14:56:14+12:00April 3rd, 2025|Business, Education, Innovation, Investment, Service|

🤝 Need a Boost for Your Pakihi?  We’ve Got You. Poutama is part of the Regional Business Partner (RBP) Network, supporting pakihi Māori across Aotearoa with real, practical help — funded by the Government. Whether you're growing your hustle or levelling up your strategy, we can help connect you with: 🚀 Business mentors 💡 Capability [...]

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