Results of the 2025 Ngāti Kahungunu Iwi Incorporated Board Elections were declared by the Independent Election Officer Dale Ofsoske at a Special General Meeting held at the iwi office on Thursday 24 April 2025. 

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"To all the candidates who stepped forward from among our iwi, to lead our people and organisation for the next three years, we honour your courage and commitment. For those who were successful, congratulations—your journey as our leaders begins now. For those who were not successful this time, we applaud your willingness to serve and look forward to working alongside you in other capacities for the betterment of our iwi. Your contributions remain vital to our collective progress.

To our Ngàti Kahungunu Iwi members who voted, thank you. You have spoken, and through your voices, you have chosen the leaders who will guide us forward. These leaders, elected by you, will now step into their roles as our activators, our advocates, and the catalysts for transformational change for our 40,000 registered members and 100,000-plus who identify as Kahungunu with Statistics NZ.

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This election announcement comes at a poignant time. Tomorrow, as dawn breaks on Anzac Day, we will pause to reflect on the sacrifices made by those who fought for our freedom. Let us remember that freedom is not given—it is earned through courage, resilience, and sacrifice. As we move forward, let us carry that same spirit of courage, audacity, and determination. Together, we will honour the legacy of those who came before us by striving for a brighter future for our iwi.

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Kia tapatahi kia Kotahi ra. Tatou tatou e.