KAHUNGUNU2050

BACKGROUND HISTORY

The Ngāti Kahungunu Iwi Incorporated (NKII) 25 Year Vision ’Kahungunu 2026’ is fast approaching. For this purpose the NKII Board is looking to ‘Kahungunu 2050’ – ready to implement at the dawn of 2026.

Ngāti Kahungunu Iwi Incorporated

Ngāti Kahungunu Iwi Incorporated (NKII) is the mandated iwi organisation representing Ngāti Kahungunu, one of the largest iwi in Aotearoa New Zealand. Established in 1996 following the dissolution of our predecessor, Te Rūnanganui o Ngāti Kahungunu Incorporated, NKII was formed to provide cohesive governance and strategic leadership for iwi development.

Vision Background

In September 2001, consultation with whānau throughout the rohe of Kahungunu occurred. Whānau shared their views, aspirations and desires, which helped shape the development of a vision to guide Ngāti Kahungunu into the future. The vision, known as Kahungunu 2026, outlined the vision and mission statements and identified seven strategic objectives to focus on. The Ngāti Kahungunu Iwi Incorporated planning framework continues to outline priorities, activities and desired outcomes that link directly to the strategic objectives within the Kahungunu 2026 vision.

Our Vision Statement

“Kahungunu - ki te whaiao, ki te ao marama”

Achieving excellence in all areas of our lives

Our Mission Statement

“Kia maumahara ki te mana āhua ake o Ngāti Kahungunu”

Uphold the absolute uniqueness of the living breath of Kahungunu, to enhance the mana and wellbeing of Ngāti Kahungunu Iwi”

Seven Key Objectives

The 25-year vision (Kahungunu 2026) for NKII describes seven key strategic objectives as follows:

Economic Strength;
Participate as a Contributing Nation in the World;
Tinorangatiratanga: Independence and Self-Determination;
Environmental Health and Wellbeing;
Culturally Strong;
Strong, Vibrant, Healthy Whānau; and,
Making our Mark.

Four Strategic Themes

In 2006, the Board reviewed the first five years of the 25-Year Vision and decided to group the seven key strategic objectives under four strategic planning themes that have continued throughout the years:

Tinorangatiratanga: Independence, self-determination, and economic strength;
Kahungunutanga: Cultural strength, making our mark, participating as a contributing nation in the world;
Taiao: Environmental health and wellbeing; and,
Whanaungatanga: Strong vibrant, healthy whānau

Strategic Planning

By 2006, the following strategic plans were developed or being developed by Ngāti Kahungunu Iwi Incorporated and plans were implemented to achieve our goals.

Healing Our Spirits Health Strategy;
Ngāti Kahungunu Research Strategy;
Ngāti Kahungunu Housing Strategy;
Kahungunu Cultural Standards Strategy;
Kahungunu Violence Free Strategy;
Ko Te Amorangi ki mua Ngāti Kahungunu Iwi Mātauranga Strategy;
He Mahere Rautaki hai Haumanu i te Reo o Ngāti Kahungunu Te Reo Strategy;
Kahungunu Ki Ura, Kahungunu Ki Tai – Marine and Freshwater Fisheries Strategic Plan; and
Te Ara Toiora O Ngāti Kahungunu Wellbeing Strategy (a combination of all strategies - a pathway to wellbeing)

HIGHLIGHTS OF KAHUNGUNU2026

Five-year Review

By 2006 the following strategic plans were developed or being developed by Ngāti Kahungunu Iwi Incorporated and plans were implemented to achieve our goals.

Healing our Spirits Health Strategy;
Ngāti Kahungunu Research Strategy;
Ngāti Kahungunu Housing Strategy;
Kahungunu Cultural Standards Strategy;
Kahungunu Violence Free Strategy;
Ko Te Amorangi ki mua Ngāti Kahungunu Iwi Mātauranga Strategy;
He Mahere Rautaki hai Haumanu i te Reo o Ngāti Kahungunu Te Reo Strategy
Kahungunu Ki Ura, Kahungunu Ki Tai – Marine and Freshwater Fisheries Strategic Plan
Te Ara Toiora O Ngāti Kahungunu Wellbeing Strategy

Tinorangatiratanga: Independence, self-determination, and economic strength

Foreshore and Seabed 2004 - The foreshore and seabed hikoi (protest march) organised by Ngāti Kahungunu and other iwi was a significant event in New Zealand. This hikoi was a response to the proposed Foreshore and Seabed Act.
Ngāti Kahungunu Iwi Incorporated (NKII) was formed to represent ngā uri o Ngāti Kahungunu (the descendants of Ngāti Kahungunu) and is the governing body for aspects of Iwi development. Following the Treaty of Waitangi Fisheries Settlement Act 1992 and the implementation of the Maori Fisheries Act 2004 the Ngāti Kahungunu fisheries settlement assets were transferred into a separate asset management company, called the Kahungunu Asset Holding Company Limited (KAHC).
Ngāti Kahungunu Iwi joins the National Iwi Chairs Forum, which was formed in 2005 with the aim of increasing mana motuhake, or autonomy and self-governance. It was led by Ngāi Tahu leader Mark Solomon. The forum is made up of chairpersons of 71 iwi groups in Aotearoa and they facilitate the sharing of information among iwi leaders. The forum meets at least 4 times a year at different locations. Ngati Kahungunu has hosted NICF hui here in Kahungunu several times. The Kaupapa - Kotahitanga – uniting, sharing and working together is what drives this forum. Ngati Kahungunu leads the way in many Kaupapa and has held National hui for the motu here in Heretaunga.
The Ngāti Kahungunu constitutional review was a comprehensive process undertaken by the Ngāti Kahungunu Iwi to examine and refine its governing structure and principles. This review aimed to ensure the iwi's constitutional framework aligned with the aspirations and values of its people.
Ngāti Kahungunu Declaration of Rights – upheld.
Post-settlement governance entities (PSGEs) in Kahungunu were established after Treaty settlements to manage and be responsible for the collective assets and resources received as part of those settlements. These entities play a crucial role in coordinating the implementation of settlement commitments and addressing issues arising after settlement. In Kahungunu, Ngāti Kahungunu Iwi Incorporated leads the progress for the iwi, but there are also 6 Taiwhenua organisations and 7 PSGEs, each with their own governance structures. PSGEs hold, manage, and are responsible for collective assets received through Treaty settlements. PSGEs work to maintain and strengthen relationships with the Crown and other parties involved in settlements. They help resolve issues arising after settlement by working with iwi, local, and central government.
Government Contracts stopped then restarted under our agreements that follow the goals and aspirations and our tikanga, kawa and standards, values and expectations based on the voice of our whānau, hapū. Partnerships – secondments, contracts, better control through key relationships were formed and still exist today.
Economic Development Opportunities in Asia,Taniwha Dragon Economic Summit held here in Kahungunu ki Heretaunga during the Te Matatini event 2017
Kahungunu leads Te Aratini with the vision to connect Māori culture, business, community, and conservation. Ngahiwi Tomoana, the former Ngāti Kahungunu Chairman, is the lead for Te Aratini & Trade, and he is also the visionary behind it. Te Aratini is a project that seeks to ignite ancient relationships between Māori and other cultures, and to nurture and strengthen existing relationships. It emphasizes the importance of culture in all aspects of life, including commerce, community, and conservation. Focus on Trade and Economic Development:
Ngahiwi Tomoana is mandated by the National Iwi Chairs Forum to lead Te Aratini & Trade. This suggests a focus on trade and economic development opportunities, especially in international contexts. Te Aratini played a key role in the 2021 World Expo in Dubai. Ngahiwi Tomoana is also involved in preparing for the 2025 World Expo in Osaka, Japan.
The purchase of Takitimu Seafoods was a way to support our iwi, many of whom were employed by the company. Ngāti Kahungunu wanted to ensure the business provided benefits to whānau through culture and commerce. Iwi members were given a 15% discount.
Tautane Station purchased. Ngāti Kahungunu Iwi Incorporated acquired Tautane Station in 2013, marking our first foray into land ownership beyond fisheries. This large sheep and cattle station, located on ancestral land south of Porangahau in Hawkes Bay, was previously owned by the Herrick family for 111 years. The purchase was part of the iwi's strategic plan to secure land, create employment, and build investment for future generations, including targeting the high-end Asian market for food production as part of the iwi’s economic development. Tautane Station was leased to Taratahi Agricultural Training for New Zealand, which provided training opportunities for iwi members in farm management and agriscience. The coastal area of Tautane also holds potential for aquaculture and sea ranching.
Pataka System - Considered as a benefit to member, the Pataka system was set up to support whānau tangihanga and other customary events.
Purchase of the Glomfjord vessel - A 30-year dream of Ngati Kahungunu to own and fish with a commercial fishing vessel based in its own area was realised with the arrival of 34m stern trawler the Glomfjord in September 2017. The vessel was to provide jobs for up to 80 iwi members.
Purchase of Lobster Company factory in Auckland, Fiordland Lobster Company Includes Kahungunu Iwi Partner in Their ‘State of the Art’ Live Processing Depot” In April 2016, the Fiordland Lobster Company and the Kahungunu Asset Holding Company celebrated the grand opening of their brand new ‘state of the art’ lobster processing factory situated at 15 Ron Driver Place, East Tamaki Auckland. A moving pōhiri led by local iwi leaders was followed by a speech by the Rt. Hon Deputy Prime Minister Bill English and the official cutting of the ribbon to celebrate the opening. The factory which was owned by the Kahungunu Asset Holding Company was purchased then leased to the Fiordland Lobster Company who have access to skills and capability within a key sector of the industry from the sea to the market which added value to the Ngāti Kahungunu Iwi fishing portfolio interests that will provide a real return on iwi fisheries resources.

Kahungunutanga: Cultural strength, making our mark, participating as a contributing nation in the world

Sold NKII Building in Orchard Road to lease Lowe House (Taikura)
NKII Board Review 2009
Office Restructure occurs to align – Te Reo/Tikanga and Mātauranga, Environment and Natural Resources, Health and Wellbeing and Support Services.
Major Sponsor of National Events, Waka Ama, IronMaori, Waiata Māori Music Awards, Te Matatini
Hosted Treaty Tribes Maori Fisheries Conferences
Rugby Haka Hangi – Maori Rugby 100yrs Celebrated on World Stage
Te Reo Awards,
Kura Reo Wananga
Te Reo Symposiums
Tikanga Research
Toitu Te Reo
Toitu Te Tiriti

Taiao: Environmental health and wellbeing;

In 2011, NKII purchased Te Matau a Maui, a 22-metre waka hourua (double-hulled voyaging canoe), as an investment into rejuvenating ancient voyaging practices and reinvigorating cultural values through leadership and the development of rangatahi.
Kahutia Accord, partnership was developed This investment focuses on reforestation efforts, aiming to plant millions of trees on erosion-prone land across Hawke's Bay. The Kahutia Accord is a key part of the region's goal to become New Zealand's first carbon-neutral province by 2040.
Hapu supported to develop hapu plans
Fish Hook Summit initiated to help whānau learn, grow and share.

Whanaungatanga: Strong vibrant, healthy whānau.

Te Tumu Whakahaere o Te Wero – Whakamoe Patu – group of Maori providers set up
Benefits to Members set up, Sponsorships, Scholarships, Internships, Subsidised entry to events
Kahungunu Events increased, AGM Pā Sports, Fish Hook Summit, Matariki, Waitangi Day
Kahungunu Kainga – Housing set up, Provided support to homeless during Cyclone
COVID- Tihei Mauri Ora – Major lead
Cyclone Gabrielle – Tihei Mauri Ora – Major lead
Sport Awards, Matauranga Awards
South Central Foundation Nuka Health system of care adopted

HUI-Ā-TINANA OBJECTIVES

The voice of whānau is paramount for this strategic vision to become reality. We are the beneficiaries and this vision is for all of Ngāti Kahungunu.

Whānau attend hui a tinana and contribute to ‘Kahungunu 2050’ vision
Information is gathered and put into a ‘Kahungunu 2050 Vision bank of knowledge
The information is put into an easy to understand framework preparatory for sharing back with the iwi.
The Kahungunu 2050 Vision is presented back to the iwi via online portals. A one-month period for feedback takes place.
KAHUNGUNU 2050 is endorsed by the NKII Board then adopted at the NKII AGM on Saturday 22 November 2025.

COMMUNICATION PLAN

Secure date, time and venue in each Taiwhenua District.
A ‘Kahungunu 2026’ presentation will highlight the Board's desire to review and refresh the Kahungunu Vision by consultation with its members.
Advertising via Facebook, Panui ki te iwi, Newspaper, Instagram – pointing to the iwi website.
Register attendees via the NKII website portal
Each hui should not exceed one and a half hours if preliminary information is shared before each hui.
Keep focus on vision and objectives.
Provide for a rangatahi voice and ensure communication platforms are stimulating.
Share Hui Expectation
Provide an online Zoom and Survey Option for feedback.
Keep good notes to prepare a document to go back to the people.

AGENDA

Mihimihi/Himene/Karakia
Kahungunu 2050 Vision Presentation
Where are we now?
Where do we want to go?
Define our Vision
Summarise & What Next
Acknowledgement/Himene/Karakia

COLLATING INFORMATION

All information will be received and documented accordingly. No voice goes unheard. Information will live on this website. Please keep updated by visiting the website. Progressive panui will also go on our facebook page from time to time.

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