In September 2025, Ngāti Kahungunu Iwi Incorporated formally announced the establishment of the Te Toka Tū Moana o Ngāti Kahungunu (Kahungunu Health Authority), a bold and visionary step toward reshaping health outcomes for whānau across the rohe.

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He Karanga – A Call to Unite for Whānau Wellbeing

​Ngāti Kahungunu is embarking on a transformative journey to reclaim rangatiratanga over Māori health through the establishment of Te Toka Tū Moana, a governance framework grounded in self-determination, cultural integrity, and community-led solutions. This initiative responds to longstanding health inequities faced by Māori and aims to create a future where Māori values, leadership, and aspirations shape whānau wellbeing.

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​An initial wānanga is being held on Thursday, 20 November 2025, in Heretaunga at the Toitoi Functions Room, on Hastings Street, Hastings. We warmly invite Māori health providers, doctors, practitioners, community health workers, professionals, and support groups who carry the voice of whānau to join us for a wānanga. This gathering will be a space for open kōrero, collaboration, and connection, where we can share insights, build relationships, and explore how to align our efforts for the benefit of our communities.

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Whether you work on the frontlines, advocate for change, or support whānau through lived experience, or if you are whānau wanting to come and share for yourself, your voice is vital. Together, we can shape a shared pathway forward, one that champions equity, celebrates culture, and empowers Ngāti Kahungunu to lead their own health destiny.

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