Ngāpuhi-led economic leadership symposium

TE AURERE
KURA

A capability, evidence and coordination platform bringing together hapū, Ngāpuhi entities, leaders, partners and funders for informed participation and collective kōrero.

Waitangi 13–15 October 2026

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Purpose

Te Aurere Kura aims to strengthen the capability, confidence and economic understanding of Ngāpuhi so that hapū are better equipped to make informed decisions about their own futures. The symposium is about growing knowledge, leadership and relationships.

The meaning behind the name

Te Aurere Kura, from Te Karakia o Nukutawhiti, refers to the sacred current that carries the waka forward. It reflects the rising momentum of Ngāpuhi, drawing together people, knowledge, resources and ambition to advance a shared vision for economic strength, collective wellbeing and intergenerational prosperity.

Ngāpuhi-led

Hapū first

This kaupapa is grounded in whakapapa and tikanga. Ngāpuhi hear the evidence first, and hapū remain the decision-makers.

Evidence-based

Clarity and confidence

Te Ōhanga Whakapapa o Ngāpuhi provides a shared evidence base and separates fact, estimate, context and information gaps.

Future-focused

Connection

The symposium connects whenua, tangata and rawa: governance and assets, leadership and capability, capital and investment readiness.

Who it is for

The symposium is intended to support informed participation across the wider Ngāpuhi ecosystem while protecting the integrity and neutrality of the kaupapa.

Ngāpuhi hapū representatives

For those seeking a safe, useful space to contribute without the event speaking for them.

Ngāpuhi entities & leaders

For those wanting clarity on purpose, programme and strategic value.

Partners & funders

For those supporting delivery, participation and kaupapa integrity.

Prepare for the kōrero

Attendee brief

Explore why this kōrero matters for Ngāpuhi, what to expect at Te Aurere Kura and the programme across all three days.

The brief introduces the kaupapa and the questions we will explore together across whenua, tangata and rawa.

Download the attendee briefPDF · 9 pages · 3.4 MB

Programme

Three days of evidence, leadership and collective kōrero, moving through whenua, tangata and rawa. Select a day to explore the programme.

Tuesday 13 October

Ngāpuhi first · Ngāpuhi only, by invite

Programme subject to change

10:00 am
PōwhiriWelcome for Ngāpuhi
Te Tii Marae, Waitangi
11:00 am
ParamanawaMorning tea
11:30 am
Kaupapa framingWhy this symposium, why now
TMoK Steering Group
12:00 pm
Ngāpuhi Economic AnalysisTMoK Steering Group report on Ngāpuhi economic current-state findings, followed by panel discussion
12:45 pm
Kai o te rāLunch
1:30 pm
WānangaBreakout into groups, facilitated discussion
3:00 pm
Report back and wrap-upThemes captured to carry into Day 2
3:30 pm
ParamanawaAfternoon tea
4:30 pm
PōwhiriFormal welcome for all Symposium attendees
6:00 pm
Kai o te pōDinner

Additional speakers and session details will be added as they are confirmed.

Waitangi · 13–15 October 2026

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Purchase your ticket to attend the Ngāpuhi Economic Leadership Symposium.

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Speakers

Meet the confirmed keynote speakers and programme contributors. Further profiles will be added as participation is confirmed.

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About Te Māia o Kaharoa

Te Māia o Kaharoa exists to support Ngāpuhi hapū to prepare for and navigate Treaty settlement processes in a way that is hapū-led and culturally safe.

Through clear information, mātauranga and practical support, Te Māia o Kaharoa helps hapū build the knowledge and confidence needed to make informed decisions about their own futures.

Te Aurere Kura is one of the ways Te Māia o Kaharoa supports greater understanding, capability and connection across Ngāpuhi.

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