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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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, [...]
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 [...]
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. [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
