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We provide an independent voice for the housing sector, assist in Māori housing policy, and growth through existing and emerging regional forums and provide a platform for sharing high-quality resources and information. Our organisation is uniquely positioned to engage with the government and Māori, and for over a decade, has successfully built relationships across the Māori housing sector, brokered solutions with the government, and developed an acute awareness of the critical interventions urgently needed to address the Māori housing crisis.

09/10/2026

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29/09/2026

New research: Social housing reform must not leave whānau paying more for less security

Te Matapihi has released new independent research examining the cumulative impact of recent reforms, including what they may mean for housing affordability, security and the cost of living.

Our position is simple: housing reform should leave whānau more secure and better able to meet the costs of everyday life not paying more for housing and having less left for essentials like food, power, transport and healthcare.

The research also highlights the importance of Māori-led housing solutions and the wider social, economic and whānau benefits they can deliver.

As further reform is considered, Te Matapihi is calling on Government to Pause, Engage and Follow the Evidence.

Read the full report and join the kōrero about how we can build a housing system that delivers better outcomes for Māori and Aotearoa.

👉 https://tematapihikiteao.circle.so/c/korero-hou-news-discussions/new-research-social-housing-reform-must-not-leave-whanau-paying-more-for-less-security

04/09/2026

Connecting Māori housing with Global Innovation

Te Matapihi has wrapped up a first of its kind Māori housing, technology and innovation delegation to India.

From new technologies and housing solutions to international relationships and knowledge exchange, this haerenga was about exploring what’s possible and bringing those opportunities home to support better outcomes for whānau Māori.

🔗 Read the full media release:
https://mailchi.mp/257f85479fff/media-release-te-matapihi-takes-mori-housing-delegation-to-india

17/06/2026

Fale to Future Conference 2026 – Samoa 🇼🇸

Our hearts are full after attending the Fale to Future Conference in beautiful Samoa, held at the stunning Taumeasina Island Resort in Apia.

We extend our deepest gratitude to Penina Trust, the only Pacific and first community housing provider based in Tāmaki Makaurau, for hosting and organising such a meaningful and impactful gathering. Your leadership continues to create vital spaces for talanoa, connection, and collective action across our communities.

It was a true honour for our team at Te Matapihi to be invited to attend and contribute to this year’s conference.

We are incredibly proud of our team, who shared their expertise and insights:

Ali Hamilin-Paenga EMBA MALP PGDPH as keynote speaker – Our Land, Our People, Our Homes.

Nazarene Mihaere, Marc Paenga, and Te Ata – Why Housing Doesn't Happen: The Hidden Policy Decisions Shaping Indigenous and Pacific Housing Futures.

Shelby Young, Te Matapihi Board Member and Founder of Manawatia Limited – Accessible by Design: A Kaupapa Māori Approach to Modular, Sustainable Homes for Generations.

Each kōrero reflected the importance of centring our people, our whenua, and our values in housing solutions—now and for future generations.

Being part of this kaupapa was both inspiring and humbling. It reminded us of the power of coming together—grounded in culture, driven by purpose, and united in a shared commitment to ensuring our communities are well-housed and thriving.

Ngā mihi aroha ki a koutou ngā kairangatira o Penina Trust and all who contributed to making this such a special and impactful event. We look forward to continuing this journey alongside you all.

09/06/2026

Mana Kāinga Symposium 2026
Tuesday 30 June - Wednesday 1 July 2026
Te Mahurehure Marae, 65–73 Premier Avenue, Point Chevalier

We are excited to share that the Mana Kāinga Leadership Symposium will be held at Te Mahurehure Marae in Tāmaki Makaurau, from 30 June to 1 July 2026.

Mana Kāinga has brought together an incredible group of housing leaders from across Aotearoa. This symposium is an opportunity to reconnect, celebrate the journey so far and hear from inspiring speakers across the sector, and continue building relationships that strengthen Māori housing outcomes for our people.

We would love to have you join us.

More information and registration details will follow shortly, but for now please save the date.

Mauri ora,
The Mana Kāinga Team, Te Matapihi

18/05/2026

Nau mai, haere mai

Join Pūrangakura for the inaugural Generation Kāinga Symposium: Whakarauoratia te Ūkaipō - Our be-loved places of belonging

A powerful two-day gathering sharing rangatahi insights, kaupapa Māori research, and visions for thriving Māori kāinga futures.

Te Pou Theatre, Henderson, Auckland

3–4 June 2026

Register now:
generationkaingasymposium.co.nz

13/05/2026

We acknowledge and celebrate Paul White, who attended his final board meeting yesterday after nine years of dedicated service to Te Matapihi.

Paul has been a steady and deeply valued presence throughout a period of significant growth and change for our organisation and the wider Māori housing sector. His leadership, wisdom, and unwavering support for kaimahi has helped guide Te Matapihi through many important milestones, always keeping whānau and kaupapa Māori at the centre of the mahi.
Over his time on the board, Te Matapihi has continued to strengthen its role as the independent voice for Māori housing, advocating for Māori housing policy, supporting regional forums, growing sector capability, and sharing resources to support whānau, hapū and iwi across the housing continuum.

Paul’s contribution to our Mana Kāinga kaupapa and national conferences has been immense. He has consistently backed opportunities that empower whānau and strengthen Māori housing aspirations for future generations. Just last week, he generously hosted our Mana Kāinga tauira in the Hokianga, reflecting the manaakitanga and commitment he has always brought to this work.

As a respected leader from Te Rarawa with decades of experience in Māori development, governance, and housing, Paul has contributed not only to Te Matapihi but to the wider housing and community sector across Aotearoa.

While it is a sad moment to see Paul leave the board table, we know his impact will continue to be felt throughout the housing space and across our communities. We have no doubt he will continue the incredible mahi he has always done for our people.
Ngā mihi nui ki a koe Paul. Thank you for your leadership, your generosity, your guidance, and your belief in our kaupapa over the past nine years. Your legacy within Te Matapihi will remain for many years to come.

Mauri ora ki a koe e te rangatira.
E kore e mimiti ngā mihi mō tō tautoko, tō mātauranga me tō aroha ki te kaupapa Māori me ngā whānau p**a noa i te motu. Haere tonu i runga i te mana, te rangimārie me te aroha.

Ngā manaakitanga ki a koe me tō whānau.

Ngā mihi maioha,
Te Matapihi

11/05/2026

He kōrero mō Te Māhurehure ✨

Shared reflections from the architect of Taumata o Kupe Matakitātahi Rawiri and his deep connection to the marae. A full‑circle moment — returning to Te Māhurehure to design a whare where his journey in Te Ao Māori began at the Kōhanga Reo as a tamaiti.

Whakapapa, legacy, and kaupapa coming together in place.

Full episode is on our Te Matapihi ki te ao platform: https://hapori.tematapihikiteao.com/c/nga-whakatiku/nga-whakatutukitanga-milestones-and-regional

29/04/2026

He Kōrero o Te Mahurehure ✨

In this episode, Julian Wilcox shares kōrero on the migration of Kupe, the whakapapa of the name Te Mahurehure, and the enduring connection between Te Mahurehure Marae and the hapū in Hokianga. A powerful reflection on legacy, identity, and connection.

▶️ Watch the full episode on our Te Matapihi ki te Ao platform (link shared below) and follow along as we continue to share the stories that shape Te Mahurehure.

https://hapori.tematapihikiteao.com/c/nga-whakatiku/nga-whakatutukitanga-milestones-and-regional

21/04/2026

Launching Our Video Series: He Kōrero o Te Mahurehure

We’re proud to launch a new video series that shares the history of one of Aotearoa’s leading Māori housing providers, Te Mahurehure.

The first episode features an interview with whaea Christine Panapa, who reflects on how Te Mahurehure came to be - the whakaaro, whakapapa, and determination that laid the foundations for the organisation and continue to guide its kaupapa today.

Upcoming episodes will feature:

Julian Wilcox – leading broadcaster, former television executive, and whānau of Te Mahurehure – sharing deeper reflections on legacy, leadership, and kaupapa.
Matekitatahi Rawiri‑Macdonald, Based at TOA and architect of Taumata o Kupe, speaking to the vision and design grounded in whakapapa and place.

This series honours the people and stories behind the mahi, celebrating a legacy of leadership, resilience, and commitment to whānau and community.

▶️ Watch the first full episode on our platform Te Matapihi ki te Ao and follow along as we continue to share the stories that shape Te Mahurehure.

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