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HARLEM-CRUZ Ihaia, Miss Universe NZ 2107, is already making her mark. “I’m looking forward to Harlem helping me develop my Te Reo skills, that you can hear are pretty non-existent,” said Director of the Miss Universe New

Zealand competition, Nigel Godfrey, during the pōhiri held at Kura Kaupapa Māori o Te Ara Hou, to welcome their girl home officially. The pōhiri followed the “Welcome Home Parade” through Napier town centre, the first time a hometown has acknowledged a reigning Miss Universe

New Zealand in this way. “It was amazing to see the amount of support I have with Hawke’s Bay backing me all the way,” said Harlem-Cruz.

A traditional home-coming was not to be unexpected for the 19-year-old Harlem-Cruz. An ex-student of William

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Harlem-Cruz Ihaia, Miss Universe NZ 2017, steps out of her brand new Honda Jazz during her official home-coming pōhiri at Te Ara Hou

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EMPATHY, understanding and hope were the common themes that rang out from the stage at the community housing rally held August 6 at the Napier Soundshell. The event, organised by Community Housing Action Team (CHAT), provided a platform for those from across the housing continuum to have a voice and share their experiences while asking local politicians what they will do to help.

CHAT has been operating out of the community house on Longfellow Crescent – in close vicinity to the now empty lots where 93 Housing New Zealand homes once stood in Maraenui.

The current housing situation is “the worst I’ve ever known it,” shared Hastings District Councillor Henare O’Keefe during the rally. Limitless Hope Founder Kiri Swannell called it a “man-made

disaster,” highlighting the emotional toll it is having on children and reading a letter from a local teacher who is already seeing the effects within the classroom and how it is affecting educational outcomes. Grey Power’s Maxine Boag shone a light on how a lack of housing is affecting the elderly/kaumātua in our community with pensions barely covering private rents as prices are pushed up by high demand.

It wasn’t all complaints; hope also featured throughout the afternoon. Te Aroha Papanui-Hunt presented how her young family had been able to purchase their first home and offered to help and connect others to the services that had helped her. Local business woman Ro Walker stepped up to challenge business owners to ‘come together as a community’, citing social responsibility.

Those present on the day who are standing for representation in this year’s election were given an opportunity to address the crowd with the solutions their party was offering. All of them acknowledged lack of housing to be a problem for Napier and the wider Hawke’s Bay. The government is spending $140,000 a day on the issue nationally, through transitional housing and associated benefits.

While the politicians clearly heard the cry for more affordable housing, those there demonstrated that the community were prepared to get stuck in too. “It’s not just a government responsibility," said Mr O’Keefe, "some solutions lie within the home.”

CHAT is made up of a handful of people who are all involved in supporting others who are struggling with the lack of an affordable rental home and people on the Housing Register (the waiting list). Maraenui Donations and the Mo-tivators (Adrienne Taputoro and myself), Tu Tangata Maraenui (Minnie, Mary and Maxine), WIT (Olly), Limitless Hope (Kiri and Kevin Swannell), a number of individuals and also Napier Green Party candidate Damon Rusden and Māori MP for Ikaroa-Rāwhiti, Meka Whaitiri are all part of this diverse team. We put all our differences aside and focussed on the huge issue of housing affecting more and more each day.

The obvious solution is for more state housing to be built, not bought, to relieve some of the pressure on the private rental market as well as provide affordable, stable housing for people already out on the waiting list. CHAT strongly believes the “Ending Homelessness in NZ” report from the ‘Cross Party Inquiry into Homelessness 2016’, put together by Labour, the Greens and the Māori Party, has solutions for every part of the housing continuum.

In only four weeks CHAT organised the public rally held on Sunday 6 August at the Napier Soundshell where approximately 250 people heard speakers from every part of the housing continuum as well as from five of the region’s political candidates. The candidates (Labour, Greens, Maori, NZ First and National) ALL agreed that a 40% increase nationwide in the past year on the Housing Register is clearly unacceptable and that more permanent social housing is needed.

IT’S been an exciting time in politics with Labour’s new leadership team of Jacinda Ardern and Kelvin Davis creating a new enthusiasm for our message.

The new line-up also represents an important recognition of the relationship between Māori and Labour. Kelvin is now the first Labour Māori Deputy Leader of the party and he personifies the mana in which our Māori caucus is held.

Māori roll voters strongly support Labour and we must keep faith with you on the issues that matter.

That’s why we have advocated so strongly for policies that will bring about real change in the lives of our people.Labour will build more state houses in Maraenui I spoke at the recent public rally on housing organised by CHAT (Community Housing Action Team) and discussed the human cost of the housing crisis caused by government policies.

We are feeling this crisis here in Maraenui, with 93 state houses removed here over the last four years with nothing to replace them.

It’s clear to me that only Labour has the solutions to fix this. We will build more new state

houses in Maraenui. We will build affordable homes for young whānau. And we will work with the community to deliver the emergency housing that is needed.Transitional housing no long-term solution We will soon have 10 single-bedroom transitional housing units built in Maraenui as part of a Government investment. Providing our homeless with housing is the first step in helping them recover from whatever issues they face, and ensuring they could become independent, so I support any help the Government can provide. However, this represents a drop in the ocean in terms of the scale of the problem in our community. What we desperately need are more social housing places in this region and a handful of extra transitional housing units aren't going to fix that.Make your voice heard on September 23As the Election draws near, I want to remind readers – no matter your political affiliation – to please encourage your whānau to enrol and vote. It is vital for our democracy that our collective Māori voice is heard this election.

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KUIA and koroua have a new opportunity to come together each week. Age Concern’s “Kai and Kōrero” programme, based at the City Rock Church Hub in the Maraenui Shopping Centre runs each Monday 9.30am to 12:00pm and is just $2 for anyone over 60 to come along. Age Concern Social Worker Carolyn Hooker is facilitating the weekly get togethers. “Our kaupapa Māori programme is about supporting the social and cultural needs of our over-60’s, especially those living in Maraenui.”

The Hub provides a comfortable space

to relax, catch up with old friends, meet new friends, have morning tea, connect with health and social services and enjoy outings and activities. “I’m enjoying us all sharing skills,” said Noeline Tahuri as she knits with others. “Coming and talking with all these lovely people and having a good laugh,” is a highlight for Janice Henare and there’s laughs a plenty from the group as Betty Tipoki cheekily tells us she’s coming along to “meet someone special.”

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POLITICS at the pā is not new by any means so Pukemokimoki Marae was a fitting venue for the full candidates meeting organised by Māori Women's Welfare League, National Council of Women and PACFICA.

Just a month before we go to the polls, the meeting on Sunday August 20 was an opportunity for those vying to represent people in Ikaroa- Rāwhiti and Napier electorates to outline how their party would deal with issues such as housing, health, child poverty, the criminal justice system and other issues negatively affecting the wellbeing of whānau.

Three sitting MPs attended – Stuart Nash (Labour MP for Napier), Marama Fox (Māori party) who is contesting the Ikaroa-Rawhiti seat currently held by Labour MP Meka Whaitiri (who was also in attendance) along with newcomer Dr Elizabeth Kerekere, running for the Greens, and Damon Rusden standing for the Greens in the Napier seat. There were over 100 in the audience.

After Marae Chair Tiwana Aranui welcomed the manuhiri with a pōwhiri in the wharenui, all moved into the dining room where, after a cup of tea and light refreshments, the candidates took turns in answering pre-determined questions with tight timing to limit their korero.

While the sitting MPs demonstrated their ability to speak comfortably on all topics, the two Green Party candidates held their own, speaking with conviction and refreshing sincerity.

At the end, chair Caren Rangi told the candidates the organisers would hold another such hui in 12 months, to see

where the parties had gone in fulfilling their election promises. Let’s hope that, whoever gets in, they can follow through and genuinely try to solve the problems many low-income families currently face.

Politics at the Pā – elections come to Pukemokimoki

Kai and Kōrero for Maraenui kaumātua

Janice Henare, Noeline Tahuri, Betty Tipoki and Te Karetu Reihana with Age Concern Volunteer, Darryl McIver. Just some of the participants of the new Kai and Kōrero sessions being held at the Hub, Monday mornings.

Politicians as well as members of the Māori Women's Welfare League, National Council of Women and PACIFICA are welcomed onto Pukemokimoki Marae for the full candidates meeting, August 20.

Candidates took turns in answering questions on key topics under the chairmanship of Caren Rangi of PACIFICA and timed by Kay Whelan, National Council of Women.

Colenso College and Te Ara Hou; now teacher at Te Kupenga o te Mātauranga Kōhanga Reo. She has been outspoken about her love of her culture and motivation in entering the competition, wanting to break the stereotype of young Māori and mainstream perception of beauty. "I want to break the image of every young teenager wanting to be the next Kylie Jenner, I just want to prove that we can all be ourselves and to inspire, hopefully, the world," she said. Mr Godfrey agrees. "She addresses an area with young women that few wish to discuss. She identifies that some young people have the wrong role models.”

Harlem-Cruz’s dream is to be an actress and after a series of unsuccessful auditions she entered Miss Universe NZ as a way to advancing her acting career and get some exposure. It has worked. She has had multiple job offers since being crowned, but isn’t yet ready to leave the Bay.

BECOMING MISS UNIVERSE NZAfter attending interviews and workshops in May this year, Harlem-Cruz was successfully named a finalist. In July, she traveled to Phuket, Thailand with the other finalists, spending time getting to know each other and shooting a calendar. She was crowned Miss Universe New Zealand at a ceremony August 12, in Auckland at Skycity Theatre. She was also announced winner of the Entrepreneurial Challenge that saw contestants raise money for national charity Variety, the Children’s Charity. All 20 Miss Universe NZ contestants raised over $125,000 for Variety to distribute.

Her prize package includes a limited addition Honda Jazz RS Sport and she will undertake will undertake three overseas trips during her reign as Miss Universe New Zealand, acting as an ambassador for her whānau, Napier, Kahungunu, Māori and New Zealand.

“The most rewarding thing I take from this is I love it when kids come up to me and say, ‘I want to be just like you’ or ‘you’re such an inspiration,’ and for Māori to be proud of who we are.”

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Te Miini has whānau connections to Kahungunu through Te Araroa and also whakapapas south to Te Whanganui-a-Tara and across to Taranaki. He was born and bred in Lower Hutt and has had many community interests and involvement especially in rugby and rugby league; both as a player and at committee level.

He has experience as a school trustee and made the move to Hawke’s Bay last year with his wife Chanelle, a teacher at Te Kura Reo Rua o Maraenui, two daughters and their son. Prompted by wanting a change, climate, opportunities, as well as breaking

down what was previously a nine-hour drive from Wellington to the East Coast, plus stops in between these were sweeteners to the move. “Fishing sounded really appealing also!”

Te Miini brought skills used previously at Studylink, Work and Income New Zealand and Kiwibank to deliver Employment Preparation at EIT Maraenui. He is job-sharing with Apiata Tapine as Regional Learning Coordinator.

Motivated by the opportunities provided by EIT, especially FREE entry level courses in Computing, Marae Cookery and Employment Preparation, Te Miini says, “it’s the chance to engage and build the skills of our people. To change the mind-set from ‘I can’t’ to ‘I can’ and role-modelling that change. This is my focus.”

Napier Eastern Suburbs Challenge a massive success

New face focussed on upskilling others

EIT Maraenui’s new Regional Learning Coordinator Te Miini Smith is in the centre Wednesday afternoons to Friday and wants to help change people’s mind-set from ‘I can’t’ to ‘I can.’

MURALS, rugby, sound and movement, cricket, kapa haka, basketball, art and vision, softball, football – these activities made up the Napier Eastern Suburbs: The Challenge holiday programme that took place the second week of the Term 2 holidays.

The programme was all about giving it a go and experiencing something new. More than 150 children from Napier’s Eastern Suburbs stepped up to that challenge.

Funding through a generous grant from North & South Trust, with sponsorship from EIT, Richmond School, Pettigrew Green Arena, Rebel Sport and Indigo Restaurant enabling the registration cost to be just a gold coin. With full community support, the Challenge programme culminated with a outdoor concert showcasing the hip hop and kapa haka groups to an appreciative audience. Murals done during the week are an ongoing reminder of this successful endeavour.Images: Barb Abbott, Maxine Boag

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Te Kura Reo Rua o MaraenuiThey say you should dress for success and our sportsmen and women are doing just that, stepping out in their new kits thanks to funding from North & South Trust. “It’s awesome to see this money come back into our community,” says Whaea Mouse.It’s the first time we have been able to purchase brand new, full sets of uniforms for bastketball, netball, touch and rugby teams in more than 20 years, with tamariki instead wearing their school uniforms when representing the kura in their chosen code. We know that these uniforms will help build identity and pride for our tamariki when they take to the field or court, helping them to feel just like all the other teams; but even BETTER!

HELP KEEP OUR TAMARIKI ACTIVE – CALLING ALL COACHES AND HELPERSThe new uniforms cater for all of our years 3-8 involved with sport which is more than 60 players across the codes. Coaches and team managers or helpers are the other resource we could always have more of. “It’s never too late,” says Matua Romana and he encourages any whānau out there with an interest in helping-out to get in touch. “I could’ve had two basketball teams this year but had to go with one. If we had more help, we could have more teams.”

KURA SPORTS TEAMS ARE DRESSED FOR SUCCESS!

(LEFT) BEFORE: Our tamariki have been out there doing us proud in their school uniforms – a bit different from their competitors.

AFTER: These awesome new uniforms give our teams real identity and they are dressed to succeed when they take the court or field

THE Ahuriri District Health Trust are to be commended for gifting the community temporary use of the buildings at 3 Longfellow Ave. Through their generous koha, whānau from all walks of life and from other parts of Napier and Hastings often called in for hot drinks, shared kai and kōrero. The whanaungatanga or connections made there triggered the goodness in everyone that visited.

The old buildings have served the community well for almost four years, starting with use of the garage as the Koha Shed and the backyard for Mokonui gardens. Six months ago, the house was opened to the community and various groups and individuals wasted no time in putting it to good use. The house and Koha Shed was

even more vibrant than before and on some days, it could be as busy as a train station.

The first walk-in centre for addictions were established in early June. Recovering or ex-addicts volunteered each Saturday to connect with whānau struggling with all types of addictions including meth. Other community groups used the whare as a base to develop strategies and programmes for the community such as locally run youth initiatives and even a radio station.

Sadly, the old buildings are being moved off site but there remains the excitement of a new medical centre to go in its place. The build starts on the 19th September with an opening date in the first half of next year.

Many residents and visitors will miss gathering at the property as it addressed several social issues, including loneliness, in and around Napier. The need for a secure community facility in Maraenui is now obvious and greater. A request to the Napier City Council to include a community centre in Maraenui in their long-term plan has been submitted, and help to secure another venue for the walk-ins to continue uninterrupted has been given.

Thank you to all that engaged at the property over the years. Special thanks to Nanny Crete and her team and again to the members of the Ahuriri District Health Trust.

Ngā mihi aroha kia koutou katoa.

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Is a free community newspaper delivered to more than 14,000 homes in Napier. With its roots in Maraenui since its first issue in 1999, HNH publicises positive news and views on community happenings in Maraenui. It is supported by a grant from Helen Yensen’s estate and revenue from advertising. We are grateful to YouthTown for a grant to help pay for expenses in this issue. He Ngakau Hou is currently managed by the Maraenui Community Council Trust (MCCT) who engage journalists and oversee content. However, the opinions in some articles in this publication are not necessarily the opinions of those who produce it. Content is included at editor's discretion. If you have a potential story for us, feel free to email or call us and let us know. He Ngakau Hou is published in March, June, September and December every year.

Please note: All representatives from each of the political parties currently standing for election in Napier and Ikaroa-Rāwhiti were made aware of the opportunity to pay for promotional space in this edition of He Ngakau Hou.

He Ngakau Hou meaning “A New Heart”

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Minnie Ratima, Chairperson Tu Tangata Maraenui Trust

The Community House has been used by many people for many reasons since June, here is just some of them. Seated: Minnie Ratima, Talia Sullivan, Tamati Taputoro, Tracey Benson -Whatever it Takes (WIT) Team Leader, Deanna Benson. Standing: AJ Karauria, David Blakely – Salvation Army, Olaf Peka- WIT, Callan Jennings–WIT, Chris Jenkins- WIT, Nanny Crete Pinkham- Koha Shed and Cliff Tarau- WIT.

Pukemokimoki Marae Phone: Marae 06 843 8707 Email: pukemokimoki@gmail.com Web: www.pukemokimoki.co.nz

PUKEMOKIMOKI MARAE TRUST Chairman: Tiwana Aranui Trustees: Mihi Jacobs, Maureen Mua, Te Whetu Marama Henare, Liz Ratima, Mariana Seymour, Claire Hague

Find us at 191 Riverbend Rd, Onekawa, Napier 4110

PUKEMOKIMOKI DECADE MILESTONEThis October Pukemokimoki Marae celebrates 10 years since construction finished in 2007. In reality, the dream of building a marae in Napier had been

strong since the 1960s when people moved from rural areas to settle in Maraenui, Onekawa, Pirimai and Napier South. In the 1990s it gained traction with the

formation of the Maraenui Marae Establishment Trust which sought and gained funding from the Napier City Council, Eastern and Central Community Trust and a Lotteries grant for the majority of the building costs, while others also supported

funding for building and outfitting the marae.Pukemokimoki marae is named after the fern which once grew abundantly

in Napier. All whanau and members of the community are warmly welcomed to celebrate 10 years since the dream of the people

of Napier was realised in the form of this marae.

10-year celebration calendar of eventsTHE MILESTONE WILL BE MARKED WITH A 3-DAY CELEBRATION.

Friday 27 October 6.00am - Karakia to unveil the commemorative mural in the wharekai by Chris Bryant and his students Tomairangi in the dining hall. Everyone welcome.

Friday - Special commemorative evening event. By invitation only.Saturday 28 October - Whānau day Community Day

- Entertainment and celebrations for the community. Bring the whānau. All welcome.Sunday 29 October - Church and kai from 10:00am. All welcome.

Like our Facebook page for updates and specific times as we get closer to the celebration.

Kia mau te wehi! Tau kē!The Board of Trustees would like to congratulate and acknowledge the following people in the community on their recent achievements:TIWANA ARANUI - Ngāti Kahungunu Ngā Tohu Reo Awards 2017 - Te Tahito o Te Reo Māori (Koroua) HARLEM CRUZ-IHAIA – Miss Universe NZWILLIAM COLENSO COLLEGE – Prime Minister’s Education Excellence Award 2017 – Excellence in Leading – Atakura AwardDANIEL MURFITT, ANNE BUTCHER, MAURICE REHU, MAUREEN MUA – Presenters at WIPCE 2017 – Toronto – Matariki Kahui Ako.DENISE KEELAN – Presenter at WIPCE 2017 – Toronto – Te Wananga o AotearoaSGT PHILIP ROWDEN – Iwi Liaison Officer for the New Zealand Police“Me haere whakamua tātou, i roto i ngā tikanga, i waiho mai i o tātou tipuna”

Photos from the 2007 opening by Maxine Boag.

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AN award-winning filmmaker, highly regarded for her contribution to many of New Zealand’s creative boards and committees, Gaylene Preston (ONZM) was back in the Bay recently for a preview screening of her latest work, “My Year with Helen,” which has received critical acclaim at international festival screenings.

Gaylene is an ex-Colenso High School, now William Colenso College, student and it’s a time that she remembers fondly. “I had a really good arts education (at Colenso). Sculpting, music, painting and drama. I think the Bay is particularly well suited to the expressive arts.”

She is now 70 and took what she describes as a “zigging and zagging” path to filmmaking. Leaving Napier to attend art school in Christchurch she left without graduating to follow her former husband to Cambridge, England while he undertook post-graduate study. By the age of 25/26 she had split from her husband, was living communally and took her motivation from those around her and the feeling of the day, attending anti-racist and feminist rallies. She had worked as a librarian in a psychiatric hospital, taught art and drama therapy and fallen into filmmaking.

Gaylene is philosophical about the pressures on today’s young people to set goals and achieve. “They say to follow your passion but sometimes you need to pay the rent.” She considers it more important to have purpose. “Having your own

purpose or kaupapa is what it should be. It’s about having a balance, being able to question and be moved by what’s happening around you. I think ‘passion’ is a dreamy American idea.” Gaylene’s purpose is to tell stories, usually documentaries and New Zealand stories.

HER YEAR WITH HELENShe describes herself as “stubborn bloody-minded,” a trait she employed as she worked her way into filming Administrator of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and ex-Prime Minister Helen Clark, in the environment of the UN. An environment not made for

documentaries, “our access was unique and extraordinary and difficult.”

So what’s it about? “It’s about women’s empowerment and gender equality from behind the shoulder of Helen Clark. I was very privileged.” Ms Clark is the main character who half-way through filming decided to put her hand up for the top job at the UN, a surprise to Gaylene who followed Ms Clark through that journey and on visits overseas to meetings with women’s groups and leaders. The position and plight of women across the world showed where the world is with gender imbalance. “We still have lots to talk about and not just women, there are men who have more understanding and can come alongside. This film is for young women and women everywhere.”

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IT’S not every day that a prolific New Zealand poet and writer tells you to start shouting in a classroom, but that was the case when Apirana Taylor (Te Whānau-ā-Apanui, Ngāti Porou and Ngāti Ruanui) visited William Colenso College on June 29. The acclaimed author was welcomed with a pōwhiri and presented to the entire school before workshopping with a selected group of tauira.

It was during the creative writing workshop that he had participants yelling the mantra “writing makes you strong,” and it was a warm-up to an hour of visualisation and writing exercises that saw students complete a poem of their own. The following is one of stand outs shared during the session.

When my life reaches its end By Zavier Stuart-GrayWhen my life reaches its endThe earth will still spin, the water will still rushThe warmth of my family will still reach meWhen my life reaches its endThe day will still turn to night, the breeze will still blowThe memory of my siblings will still be with meThe power of my spirit will still live onWhen my life reaches its endI will know the harmony of death.

Writing MAKES YOU STRONG!

Acclaimed New Zealand author Apirana Taylor leads a group of WCC tauira through a creative writing session.

Gaylene heads home to share her year with Helen

Filmmaker Gaylene Preston is home in Napier for a preview screening of her most recent documentary, “My Year with Helen.” (Photo supplied)

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growing in Rich Skills and Rich Belief through play, passion projects and inquiry connecting learning to authentic opportunities around them.

Our Rich School is made up of 3 learning pods where our Rich Staff team-teach in spaces designed to be flexible and responsive to our kids. Rich Kids are given

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AT a sold-out ceremony attended by over 600, Maraenui whānau were acknowledged for their commitment and efforts in assisting in the long-term survival of Te Reo Maōri with Ngāti Kahungunu Ngā Tohu Reo Awards.

We congratulate Pukemokimoki Marae Chairman, Tiwana Aranui for his win in the Te Tahito o Te Reo Māori (Koroua) category and Louise Whaanga for her win in the Te Whānau Whakaihuwaka (Inter-generational) category.

THE Matariki Community of Learning (COL) took a giant step in spreading and sharing the story of their success to Indigenous educators from around the globe in Toronto, Canada at the World Indigenous Peoples Conference on Education (WIPCE). This success is based on ensuring success for all learners in each of the eight member schools, through collaboration across schools, with whānau, and throughout the wider community. The Matariki COL was represented by Anne Butcher (BoT Chair, William Colenso College), Maureen Mua (BoT Chair, Richmond Primary), Maurice Rehu (Principal, Richmond Primary), and Daniel Murfitt (Principal, William Colenso College).

The conference was hosted by the Six Nations, or the Haudenosaunee Confederacy– Seneca, Cayuga, Onondaga, Oneida, Mohawk and Tuscarora – that have united into one confederacy. This grouping is over a thousand years old, comprising of 50 leaders, who are selected by the female leaders of the extended family clans.

WIPCE has been held every three years for the last 30 years. Experts, practitioners and scholars from across the globe come together to share their experiences and discuss ways to ensure Indigenous education success. New Zealand was well represented with the Matariki COL joined by others from educational

institutions including; Auckland University, Te Wānanga o Aotearoa, Otago University, Te Wānanga o Raukawa, to name a few.

The Matariki presentation demonstrated how the member schools have built a trusting collaboration, focused on delivering high quality teaching and learning across the COL; achieved through leadership, teachers, and Boards of Trustees working together, putting students at the core of their strategy and actions. “It was wonderful being able to share the pathway to success with a range of Indigenous communities who are seeking ways to transform their own education systems, to bring about success for their children,” said Anne Butcher.

The Matariki team also managed to visit the Niagara Falls as part of the conference. “This was an amazing experience, not only seeing the power of the Falls, but also experiencing the spiritual respect the people from Hawai’i had for this magnificent natural wonder,” said Daniel Murfitt.

The Matariki Community of Learning includes; Richmond Primary, William Colenso College, Hukarere Girls College, Te Awa Primary, Marewa Primary, Henry Hill Primary, Maraenui Bilingual School, and Te Aute College.

Canada calls Matariki Community of Learning to share Indigenous education success story

TOP LEFT: From Maraenui to Toronto, the group representing the Matariki COL. Daniel Murfitt (Principal, WCC), Anne Butcher (BoT Chair, WCC), Gina Rehu, Maureen Mua (BoT Chair, Richmond School) and Maurice Rehu (Principal, Richmond School).BOTTOM LEFT: Richmond School Principal Maurice Rehu presenting on how the Matariki Community of Learners is improving education outcomes through collaboration across member schools and the wider community.

MARAENUI TĀNGATA ACKNOWLEDGED WITH NGĀ TOHU REO AWARDS

Photos: Ngāti Kahungunu Iwi Inc.

TOP: Louise Whaanga and whānau - Te Whānau Whakaihuwaka (Inter-generational)RIGHT: Tiwana Aranui – Te Tahito o Te Reo Māori (Koroua)

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Described as “unacceptably high” by New Zealand’s Chief Coroner, suicide rates have never been greater and the tragedy of losing a loved one in this way continues to affect too many communities throughout Aotearoa.

Hawke’s Bay's longest running boxing promotion “ SuperLoans Battle for Life” is happening Saturday September 9 and once again a group of locals are ready to lace up their gloves in the fight against suicide by raising awareness and funds towards prevention.

Maraenui’s Mischa Marsters (23) is one of the 2017 fighters stepping into the ring. The ex-Richmond School and William Colenso College student knows all too well the pain and grief families face as he himself has lost loved ones to suicide. “If I can save a life and prevent other families from having to go through the aftermath of this nasty epidemic then it’s all worth it,” he says.

Mischa and his Red Corner team

mates have been put through their paces, sticking to an intense training regime at The Lab Training Centre Onekawa, under the watchful eye of Battle for Life founder, Patrick O’Brien. Mischa, a Napier Old Boys Marist hooker, has found the build-up challenging. “The training is hard, it pushes me physically and mentally but it is preparing me to put up a great match come September 9.” That night he will meet well-rounded boxer Russell Pailate, from Flaxmere Boxing Academy, who has also been preparing hard to do justice to the suicide prevention kaupapa.

Hope is the message on the night and encouraging those struggling to get help. “If you're out there feeling down or depressed it's ok to talk to others. Whether it be whānau, friends, workmates, just someone you trust. Reach out, there is always light at the end of tunnel.”

Suicide prevention motivates Mischa

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EZRA Broughton-Spark (15) names Michael Jordan as the best basketball player ever. “It’s a no-brainer,” he says. Picking the best singer takes a bit more thought. “There are a lot of great musicians and singers across genres". Ezra is a stand out in both basketball and singing.

In November 2016, the former Marewa and Napier Boys' High School student travelled to the United States of America as part of the Junior team of the Bay-based Paul Henare and Paora Winitana Basketball Academy. Earlier in the year after a chance meeting with Paora at Hawke’s Bay Airport, Ezra was invited to come along to the academy which uses basketball as the vehicle to build exemplary young men and women. Having taken the sport up in his first year of intermediate school, encouraged by his Mum and Papa due to his height (6-foot-9), Ezra committed to the Academy’s twice-weekly 6:00am trainings, expectations, demands and excelled.

The American trip saw the group play games in Utah and San Francisco. They experienced being billeted and staying with local families and visited Stanford University to get a taste of the college environment, “For when we go back (to play ball),” explains Ezra.

This year, Ezra started at Te Aratika Academy, Hawke’s Bay’s first Partnership School. The boys'-only school with a focus on developing Māori and Pasifika young men has provided Ezra with an educational environment that he feels allows him to thrive. “It doesn’t really feel like a school environment. It’s a whānau. I see opportunities to further myself and reach my goals,” he adds.

When one of his friends, with a passion for opera, wanted to perform in choral competition, “The Big Sing”, Ezra and three others joined him to prepare an item as the TAA Brothers. “We just wanted to help a mate out.” Following the performance Ezra was contacted by José Aparicio to participate in Project Prima Volta, the programme that develops teenager’s life skills through singing (opera). Meeting on Thursday nights, the young tenor is now immersed in languages like Icelandic and Italian as the group prepare for upcoming performances.

Whānau support and encouragement have been the foundation for his achievements so far and Ezra is humble but determined. “You have to be self-motivated. You can’t rely on anyone else to get the job done. I always try to look at what the outcomes of my decisions are – good or bad.”

From the court to the stage – Ezra is one to watch

SPORT Hawke’s Bay’s mission is to create a healthy community by supporting our people to be more physically active. Young people are a big part of that mission which is why Sport Hawke’s Bay’s Casey Walker has implemented a Kura Wero Tournament for a group of neighbouring schools in the Napier area.

The Tournament kicked off in March with 70 students from seven different schools including many from in and around Maraenui. The Kura Wero kaupapa is a school-versus-school tournament with three rounds. The kaupapa supports communities and whanaungatanga of neighbouring schools coming together playing traditional Māori games.

To easily manage the kaupapa, each school selects 10 Year 5-6 students to represent their respective schools in each round.

Each Māori game has its own skills and strategies. The children involved in the tournament this year have adapted these strategies quickly, similarly to our ancestors who mastered skills in ngā mahi a rēhia (recreational

activities). “The most important thing we’ve seen is

teamwork within teams, as well as children having fun and embracing the uniqueness of activities,” said Casey. “We work alongside the school, teachers and children to give them background and understanding of each Māori game.”

In the second Kura Wero Tournament, Casey introduced Poi Toa. Although it took several participants a while to learn to control, catch or swing the poi, once the game began in the tournament setting, the skills increased among all participants.

“It was amazing to see the development with Poi Toa,” said Casey. “Thanks to each of those schools, supporting, developing and preparing their children for the game.”

As we approach the final round of the Kura Wero tournament series, we’ll see the schools adapt to Kī-o-Rahi late in term 4. This is where the overall winning school of the Tournaments will be determined.

Maraenui’s Mischa Marsters hopes to have his opponent on the ropes September 9 when he steps into the ring at the SuperLoans Battle for Life in aid of suicide prevention.

KURA WERO TOURNAMENT THRIVING IN NAPIER SCHOOLS

One to watch: Ezra Broughton-Spark (15) is making his mark on the basketball court and musically on the opera stage participating in Paul Henare and Paora Winitana Basketball Academy and Project Prima Volta programme.

HAWKE’S BAY’S ICONIC CHARITY BOXING EVENT RAISING FUNDS FOR SUICIDE PREVENTION & AWARENESS.Saturday September 9 – Hastings Sports Park, Railway Road, HastingsTickets www.dashtickets.co.nz

Tamariki from seven Napier Schools including many in and around Maraenui are loving the

first Kura Wero tournament series.

10 He Ngakau Hou - A New Heart - Maraenui’s Community NewspaperSeptember 2017

Ngā mihi koutou, warm greetings to you all from Maxine Boag and Apiata Tapine, Nelson Park Ward Councillors.We haven’t had time to hibernate this winter – too many positive activities to keep us busy and warm!

The ward meeting co-hosted by the Pirimai Residents’ Association (PRA) on Saturday 14 June at Henry Hill School was a great success. Over 40 people attended with the Mayor and other councillors and senior staff there to support us.

After a presentation by the PRA, everyone went into small groups to discuss and generate ideas for our city. These were presented and everyone given two red sticky dots to prioritise.

The key themes that emerged were: protect and enhance the environment; increase recreational opportunities and green space and road safety.

PRA secretary Maree Leatherby said they were “delighted with the attendance, a wonderful indication of how the locals are keen to be involved and have their voices heard to shape the future of their neighbourhood.”

The engagement summary will be fed back to Council to consider prior to the drawing up of the Long Term Plan consultation document. A great joint council-community get-together! We will have had a ward meeting in Maraenui by the time you read this.

We are saddened that no home was found for the house at 3 Longfellow gifted to Tu Tangata Maraenui Trust, but commend the hard work done there by Minnie Ratima and many others. As well as being a walk-in for addiction support, it was the HQ for CHAT to organise their amazing Housing Rally.

The Challenge was a wonderful 5-day holiday experience for many tamariki, trying out in areas of sports, art, music and dance. Congratulations to the organisers, sponsors and the many volunteers who joined in! The stunning murals are a lasting reminder of how capable our youngsters are, and how resourceful this community is. Local gal Barb Abbot got the murals “off the ground” with a grant from Creative Communities and the ball never stopped rolling!

Big congratulations to Kohanga Reo teacher Harlem-Cruz Atarangi Ihaia who was crowned Miss Universe 2017 – a first for Napier, for Kahungunu, for the Nelson Park ward!

There are many exciting projects including a new aquatic centre, on the NCC website seeking your input. Finally, please vote in the 23 September Parliament elections! Warm wishes, Maxine and Api

From Your Ward Councillors

Working together building stronger communitiesTO CONTACT US: Facebook page facebook.com/apiandmaxineMaxine: maxine.boag@napier.govt.nz 06 835 6495 or 021 024 70484 Api: api.tapine@napier.govt.nz or 0274 599 761

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SCHOLARSHIP SUPPORTS WIPCE TRIPRichmond School Board of Trustees Chair Maureen Mua was the successful recipient of a New Zealand’s Schools Trustees Association (NZSTA) scholarship to support her attendance to the 2017 World Indigenous People’s Conference on Education (WIPCE) in Ontario, Canada. She was a member of the four-member party of Maraenui-based educators and their respective Board Chairs who attended in the international conference. The scholarship, to the value of $4,000 was shared with the Principal of Richmond School. See story on Page 8 for the full story of their WIPCE trip.

AROUND five-months ago a post in the Tu Tangata Maraenui Facebook group struck a chord with many and with advocacy from Nelson Park Ward Councillor Maxine Boag those concerned with the level of speeding and road safety in Maraenui have been working with Napier City Council’s (NCC) Traffic Safety Engineer, Dave Curson, to come up with a plan.

Speeding issues in the suburb were not a new concern but with a platform and pathway forward something is now going to be done about it. Mr Curson has been impressed by the initiative shown at community level. “It has been very much community-driven and we have been very pleased to assist.”

A number of speed surveys have been carried out this year to assess the level of speeding in the suburb. This data along with a national system; Crime prevention through

engineer design (CPTED) – have both been referenced to draft a plan that includes a layout and “traffic calming features,” to be installed.

These features include intersection controls such as traffic islands and road signs, and installations; chicanes that see the road lower and narrow at points and speed ramps or platforms like those along Hastings Street in Napier CBD. There is also consideration of the installation of a roundabout at the Geddis Ave, Bledisloe Road intersection.

While a number of streets in the Maraenui roading network will see features introduced, the central focus is on the Shopping Centre and surrounds. Mr Curson expects some of the changes to happen quickly, “by the end of the year if not before,” he says. “These changes will improve safety for all road users.”

KURA TO PLAY MAGPIES CURTAIN-RAZORThe top ripper-rugby team from Te Kura Reo Rua o Maraenui have been asked to play the curtain-raiser for an upcoming Magpies game.The Magpies will be hosting Taranaki Saturday 23 September with their game kicking off at 7:35pm, but head to McLean Park early and tautoko the next generation as our local kids take on a team from Flaxmere.

NEW MEDICAL CENTRE FOR MARAENUIAs mentioned in the Community House Update on page 5, construction on the new Maraenui medical hub is due to start before the end of September. It is being built by the Ahuriri District Health Trust and brings to fruition a long-held plan for a health and social service base in Maraenui. More to come in the December edition of He Ngakau Hou.

GET YOUR FINANCES IN CHECK WITH NAPIER FAMILY CENTRENapier Family Centre (NFC) have recently renamed their budgeting services to offer a wider range of financial advice and guidance.Their ‘Financial Capability Services’ cover all sorts like budgeting, help with WINZ and IRD entitlements, negotiating with creditors and advocacy. They can also deliver educational talks and workshops in some situations.Whānau are often referred to these services however you can call and book an appointment without a referral. Visit http://www.napierfamilycentre.org.nz/our-services/financial-capability-services/ or call 06 843 7280 for more information.

CONGRATS TO WCCA huge congratulations to William Colenso College for their recent win in the Prime Ministers Excellence in Education Awards. They were crowned joint winners of the Excellence in Leading Award, at a ceremony in Auckland on June 27. The win saw them come away with $20,000 and they also received an additional $6,000 for being finalists in two categories. Principal Daniel Murfitt says the money would go towards improving student outcomes.

A SUCCESSFUL SEASON ACKNOWLEDGED AT MRSA SENIOR PRIZEGIVINGThe Maraenui Rugby & Sports Association had its Senior Prizegiving Saturday August 19 acknowledging stand out players by skill and dedication across their winter sports pool, rugby and netball.It was a full house on the night making for a fantastic celebration.

CLUB AWARD WINNERSBest and fairest team: Wāhine/Tāne Pool TeamBest club allrounder: Lorrianne WalshMost dedicated club member: Henry WaihapeBest sporting team: Rugby Senior 3rdsBest team management: Rugby Senior 2nds

Community push leads to safer roading

NCC Traffic Safety Engineer Dave Curson presents to concerned residents at a Tu Tangata Maraenui meeting on the traffic calming features and overall plan to, “improve safety for all road users.”

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SHORT AND SWEETWith so many positive happenings and important news

to share, it’s hard to fit everything in. “Short and Sweet” is our way of trying to include as many goings-on as possible.

Te Kupenga Hauora - AhuririOur Vision - A healthy, strong, well-informed Community

While many of us breathe a sigh of relief when spring weather arrives, a large number of New Zealanders brace themselves for breathing struggles due to allergies; with particular concern for asthmatics and those with other respiratory conditions.

Te Kupenga Hauora – Ahuriri’s Registered Nurse Ruth Wheatley says that people become more relaxed with the warm weather and while they may have stuck to taking their preventer medication throughout winter, they drop off as the feel ‘well’.

“It’s important they continue to take this medication as it coats the lining of the lungs, helping to prevent their triggers from affecting them and minimising an attack.”

Pine, pollen and even agricultural sprays being used in the season can really affect the 1 in 7 Kiwi’s that have a respiratory condition and knowing your triggers as well as having an Asthma Management Plan will help you avoid attacks. “It also helps you understand what to do if you find yourself in dire straits,” adds Ruth.

Asthma management plans need to be signed off by a GP but Ruth can help whānau get started on the process, understand what sets them off and even link them with additional help from local respiratory services like Breathe Hawke’s Bay. “If your breathing is causing you problems give me a call.”

Te Kupenga Hauora – Ahuriri can help support you and your whānau with respiratory health management. Tuesdays and Thursdays are FREE nurse-led clinics. Call Ruth Wheatley on 835- 1840 extension 716.

Spring allergies bring asthma alert

Te Kupenga Hauora – Ahuriri’s School Based Nurse, Te Rina Murphy goes into Maraenui Bilingual Kura, Marewa School, Richmond School, Te Awa Primary and William Colenso College working with each of them in the best way for their school, tamariki and whānau. She has noticed asthma and respiratory conditions affect a high number of tauira (students) and is mindful of the role spring allergies can have on these, especially coming out of a winter that has seen Hawke’s Bay hospital full, due to such conditions.

But by working with the school, student and whānau Te Rina has real positive impact. Karena-Keri Karauria (7) from Maraenui Bilingual Kura was having a particularly wheezy day that was picked up when Te Rina visited her classroom for a routine throat, ears and general health

check. “I like to run the clinic in the classroom for the little ones as they can feel a bit isolated if I take them out of their familiar environment,” she explains.

Noticing how wheezy Karena-Keri was Te Rina asked her if she knew what made her cough and what inhalers she took and when. It turns out that a cold had affected her asthma and Te Rina was really impressed with her knowledge of her condition. Since then Te Rina has sent a letter home to her caregiver, worked with her Kaiako (teacher) and the school about how best to manage her condition. Te Rina also followed up with the whānau and reviewed brother Icsys (10) asthma. The effort is helping to keep both well and at school.

School based care helps keep asthmatic tamariki in school

Te Kupenga Hauora – Ahuriri’s School Based Nurse Te Rina Murphy reviews Maraenui Bilingual Kura students Karena-Keri (7) and brother Icsys (10) asthma management brother while updating teacher Stephanie Kea-Papunī.

Lyneen Ropiha was a ‘closet smoker’. She was so good at hiding her habit that life-long friends didn’t even know about it. Twice previously she had managed to quit for extended periods but when she lost her Mum in December, to a smoking related illness, she decided this time would be different.

She had known Te Kupenga Hauora – Ahuriri’s Aukati Stop Smoking Practitioner Kylee Stok for over two years attending the same gym and reached out for support. “I’d had a level of success quitting previously but I needed to ‘out myself’ and make myself accountable to others.” It’s a strategy she knew worked for her in other areas of her life and now she’s been smokefree for over 12 weeks.

Kylee was surprised to receive Lyneen’s message but was quick to help her plan her way forward while providing the accountability she wanted to help hit the milestones she’d

set herself. Coaching, CO readings and Nicotine Replacement Therapies (NRT) have all contributed to her success even though NRT weren’t so effective in the past. “I now know when to use them, how to use them,” said Lyneen. Kylee explains it’s actually quite common, “sometimes people have used NRT and they just think it doesn’t work for them. We teach them HOW to use it so that it can be effective.”

With her focus on good role-modelling for her daughter and being able to compete in another kick-boxing fight Lyneen is looking forward, not back. She recently transitioned to a full-time role at work and ticked the ‘non-smoker’ box for the first time. “Even if you don’t ‘think’ you’re ready find out more. Especially Māori whānau. The support they’re (TKHA) are able to give you means you’re more likely to succeed.”

Former Taradale High School students, 17-year-old twins, Mahalia and Naomi Edwardson are keen to make their mark on the hospitality industry and are in their first semester at the renowned Pacific International Hotel School (PIHMS) in New Plymouth. Both are adamant their journey to the west coast was made possible thanks to advocate and “easiest adult to talk to,” Lynelle Riley, Te Kupenga Hauora – Ahuriri Youth Navigator.

18 months ago the girls were faced with some challenges. Their school counsellor connected them with Lynelle and they glady took the support.

Lynelle was able to help them move forward by arranging financial support, driver licensing support and acting as a sounding board and mentor as Mahalia and Naomi juggled school, employment

and changing living situations. Both appreciate how easy she is to work with and describe her as “so cool.” “She helped us set goals and give us something to aim for which was really helpful,” says Mahalia. “We have enjoyed working with Lynelle (and others). It’s a good atmosphere here, good people and great support,” adds Naomi.

Lynelle’s knowledge of the wide range of help available to tap into means that the girls were able to make their Pacific International Hotel School dream a reality, securing funding towards course fees and living costs. Naomi is focussing on hotel management while at this stage, Mahalia is drawn to the culinary arts. Lynelle is confident they have got what it takes to succeed. “With all they’ve gone through they are the most grounded girls. They are amazing.”

Ready or Not - Lyneen’s facing the future smokefree

Youth success as twins overcome whānau drama

Mahalia (left) and Naomi Edwardson sort through paper-work before leaving for the Pacific International Hotel School supported by their “so cool” Youth Navigator, Lynelle Riley.

Ex ‘closet smoker’ Lyneen Ropiha is focussed on getting back in the kick boxing ring. She found quit support through gym buddy and Te Kupenga Hauora - Ahuriri Stop Smoking Practitioner Kylee Stok.

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All our Services are MOBILE and FREE. Call us on (06) 835 1840All stories featured and additional information about our services can be found at www.tkh.org.nz

Prepared for TKHA by Kotare Services. info@kotareservices.com

Our Vision - A healthy, strong, well educated and informed community

• Stop Smoking Service • Community Nursing• Dental Health Educator• Family Start

• Kia Piki Te Ora (Suicide Awareness/Prevention)

• Managing Your Health Programme (Stanford Training)

• Mobile Primary Nursing

& Health Promotion• School-Based Nursing• Social Workers in Schools• Whānau Ora• Youth Services

Our Services:How we can help YOU and YOUR whānauWe offer a range of health and social services for the betterment of our community. We are mobile and can come to you if needed and don’t forget that these services are FREE. Contact us on (06) 835 1840 or visit www.tkh.org.nz for more information. As well as our usual services, we can offer you specialist care at our Ear, Nose and Throat Clinic.

SEPTEMBER Wednesday 20 - Kahui Pakeke (9am-12pm).Mid September - Launch of Tame the Taniwha - Stop Smoking Incentive Programme.

OCTOBER Re-named Stoptober - to promote Stop Smoking.Wednesday 18 - Kahui Pakeke (9am-12pm).

UPCOMING EVENTS NOVEMBER Wednesday 15 - Kahui Pakeke (9am-12pm).Monday 27 - Annual General Meeting (AGM) (5pm-7pm).

EVERY TUESDAY/THURSDAY Nurse-led Clinic (Appointment required. Ring Ruth Wheatley on 835-1840 extension 716).

ONCE A MONTH Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT) Clinic (Appointment required. Ring Ruth Wheatley on 835-1840 extension 716).

On Monday 17 July Te Kupenga Hauora – Ahuriri hosted Whānau Ora Minister, Te Ururoa Flavell, and his Māori Party co-leader, Marama Fox, by invitation of Te Puni Kōkiri. Described as an “auspicious occasion” by CEO Audrey Robin, the hui was used to present the positive, real-life outcomes Te Kupenga Hauora – Ahuriri delivered programmes are having in the community and challenge the MPs to ensure policy decisions do not hinder organisations like theirs in getting such results.

Whānau and rangatahi who have benefitted particularly from Whānau Ora and E Tū Rangatahi - Youth Suicide Prevention programmes were supported by Te Kupenga Hauora – Ahuriri’s full staff

to share their experiences and explain how they have made a difference to not just them individually but their families, peers and community. Success with housing, education, advocacy, planning skills, family wellbeing, mentoring and self-worth were all touched on demonstrating the far-reaching impact and value of Whānau Ora; a point picked up by the Minister when he responded to the group.

“You’ve got to stop dealing with one child, you’ve got to deal with the whānau,” he said as he recounted the basis of Whānau Ora. He highlighted family violence and breakdown as an example of how multiple people are affected and not just the one that presents for help.

“There is no greater kaupapa for us, our number one approach for achieving things for our people is Whānau Ora.”

Colleague Marama Fox also covered future funding for programmes like E Tū Rangatahi, the Te Kupenga Hauora – Ahuriri programme that worked with young people to build resilience and life-skills under the suicide prevention kaupapa.

Minister Flavell summed up the hui acknowledging the commitment of kaimahi (workers) and hauora (health) organisations like Te Kupenga Hauora - Ahuriri. “You cannot but be moved by the mahi you guys do every day – wonderful. It doesn’t go unnoticed.”

Minister’s visit shines light on outcomes

Whānau presented to the MPs sharing their success stories supported by Te Kupenga Hauora - Ahuriri's full staff.