Te Taumata Hauora IMPB

25/09/2026

It was a privilege to host the Toi Māui Awards Dinner in Waitangi. Among an incredibly strong field of applicants, a number of outstanding innovators stood out with ideas that inspired, challenged, and excited us about what is possible for the future of wellbeing.

The quality of applications submitted to Toi Māui was exceptional. Choosing our winners was no easy task, with each submission bringing its own unique vision, creativity, and commitment to positive change.

At the Summit, we had the opportunity to celebrate those whose ideas captured the spirit of Toi Māui and embodied the courage of Māui himself: to be bold, to challenge the status quo, and to imagine new possibilities.

Congratulations to our Toi Māui winners. Your whakaaro, leadership, and innovation have inspired us all, and we look forward to seeing your ideas grow and flourish.

Thank you also to every applicant who shared their kaupapa with us. The future of innovation and wellbeing is stronger because of your contributions.

The spark has been lit. Now we can't wait to see what comes next.

Check out the captions for descriptions of the winners.

25/09/2026

Toi Māui - what a journey!

When we launched Toi Māui, we set out to invite bold thinking, nurture innovation, and flame the fires of creativity across the motu. What came back to us exceeded every expectation.

The applications we received were nothing short of remarkable. The calibre of whakaaro, the strength of the kōrero, and the passion woven through each submission reminded us that innovation is alive and thriving within our communities. Every application carried its own unique "Māui moment". A spark of courage, imagination, and possibility that challenged us to think differently about the future of wellbeing.

To everyone who submitted an idea, shared a dream, or put forward a vision for change, ngā mihi nunui ki a koutou. Thank you for trusting us with your stories and aspirations.

A special acknowledgement to everyone who joined us at the Toi Māui Innovation Summit in Waitangi. From our inspiring speakers, to our dedicated commissioning panel, to the engaging workshops and conversations shared throughout the day, we left feeling energised, invigorated, and hopeful.

Together, we explored what becomes possible when creativity, innovation, and wellbeing intersect. We heard bold ideas, challenged assumptions, strengthened connections, and imagined new pathways forward for our whānau and communities.

The future is bright when we create it together.

Ngā mihi nui to everyone who contributed to making Toi Māui such a meaningful and inspiring kaupapa. This is only the beginning.

15/07/2026

Do you have an idea that could transform hauora and wellbeing in your community?

Step into your Māui moment.

The Toi Māui Innovation Grant is seeking bold, kaupapa Māori, whānau-centred ideas that challenge the status quo and create new possibilities for our people.

Toi Māui is a celebration of creativity, innovation and courageous action. Through this fund, we're backing fresh thinking and new approaches that can improve wellbeing outcomes for whānau and communities.

• Funding available
• Development support
• Opportunity to pitch at Toi Māui Innovation Summit

📅 ROIs open now and close 3 August 2026
🔗 Apply today!

https://forms.office.com/r/qHiAi0sXci

04/05/2026

📢You can still be in to win one of five $100 petrol by sharing your hauora experience.📢

Take 4 minutes to complete our Hua Oranga survey and help us understand how Māori in our rohe are doing.

• Open to Māori aged 16+
• Survey extended to 29 May 2026

Your kōrero helps us fight for better health outcomes.

👉 Take the survey here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/m21LQBM6DY

If you participate in this survey, are aged 16 years or older, identify as Māori, and live north of Portage Rd in Ōtāhuhu, you are eligible to be part of a prize draw to win one of five $100 petrol vouchers as a koha for your time. Ngā mihi!

11/04/2026

There are supports available whānau. Reach out always!

Ahead of Cyclone Vaianu arriving tomorrow, here are some health tips in case of power outages or if you or your whānau need to leave quickly:

✅ Ensure phones, medical devices, and their batteries are charged.

✅ If anyone in your home takes medication, now's a good time to pop them into your GRAB/GO bag along with bottled water. If medication is kept in the fridge, check the lids are firmly on and they're in a handy place to grab and go.

✅ If you are medically dependent on electricity, please ensure your power company knows about your needs.

✅ If you are medically vulnerable and in areas at risk of flooding or rural locations, please check if family or friends can contact you for check-ins or stay with them instead.

For free, 24/7 health advice, call Healthline 0800 611 116. They have a photo/video sharing service so you can fully explain a health condition.

If you’re based rurally, you can call 0800 KA ORA (0800 252 672) 24/7 to speak with a nurse or doctor.

Follow NZ Civil Defence, MetService New Zealand and local councils for regular updates.

Take care, e te whānau. 💙

11/04/2026

Kia haumaru whānau!

Kia ora Northland, us again!
We have another long but important post for you. Take a moment to read through, as there’s some key info we want to share to help you prepare and stay safe.

MetService New Zealand have updated their latest forecast, and the ORANGE Warnings and Watches previously issued for Northland REMAIN in place for this weekend 🟠

Severe winds and heavy rain are expected across Northland, with heavy rain likely to impact eastern areas most.

❗Because Northland has experienced ongoing severe weather in recent weeks and months, the ground is already very wet.

As a result:
🌧️ Further heavy rain could lead to flooding happening more quickly, especially in low‑lying and flood‑prone areas.

🌬️ When combined with severe winds, saturated ground increases the likelihood of trees falling, which may cause damage and power outages.

🌊 Cyclone Vaianu is also driving large swells and storm surges that could affect low-lying and exposed coastal locations, particularly during high tide at around 3am Sunday 12 April.

⛰️ There is a heightened risk of landslides following heavy rainfall and strong winds. This risk can remain well after the worst of the weather has passed.

This remains an evolving situation, so please continue to stay up to date with the latest forecasts and information from MetService New Zealand here 👉https://www.metservice.com/warnings/home -north

💪 GET READY:

Thank you to everyone who has already taken the time to do so, it really makes a difference 🙏

There is still time to safely prepare for Cyclone Vaianu.

If you haven’t already – here are some key reminders on how to prepare:

➡️Clear drains and gutters

➡️Secure loose outdoor items like trampolines, furniture, and building materials

➡️Move vehicles, valuables, and livestock away from flood prone areas

➡️Bring pets indoors and relocate animals from low lying land

➡️Prepare for possible power outages – charge phones and power banks, and make sure you have food, water, torches, radios, batteries, and any essential medications

➡️Have a grab bag ready with warm clothes, important documents, and essential items

➡️Decide where you will go if you need to evacuate and make sure everyone in your household knows. Your evacuation place will probably be with friends or family, so make sure they know your plans.

🔗 More tips on how to prepare here: GetReady.govt.nz

🌧️ DURING THE WEATHER:

⚠️ Put safety first. Don’t take any chances.

⚠️ During a storm, stay inside. Don't walk around outside. Don't drive unless necessary. Strong winds can fell trees and poles, tear off roofs, and cause branches and debris to fly at high speed.

⚠️ Act quickly if you see rising water. Floods and flash floods can happen quickly. If you see rising water, do not wait for official warnings. Head for higher ground and stay away from floodwater.

⚠️ Do not try to walk, play, swim, or drive in floodwater.

⚠️ If a landslide occurs – or you see any signs that the ground is unstable – evacuate immediately. Watch for warning signs like small slips or rockfalls, water flowing out of a slope, trees or fences that start to tilt or doors and window frames that start to stick.

⚠️ Don’t wait for emergency mobile alerts or other official warnings if you see flood waters rising or suspect that a landslide is about to occur – trust your danger sense and act immediately.

📞 If life or safety is at risk, don't hesitate to call 111.

📱Stay informed

🤳Follow updates from MetService, your local council, and us here at Civil Defence Northland

🚧 Information about local roads and infrastructure is best accessed through your local district council

🏠 If welfare centres or marae are opened, this information will be shared via district council websites and social media. It’s also a good idea to keep an eye out on your community pages for updates.

District councils:

Far North District Council | Phone: 0800 920 029 | Website: www.fndc.govt.nz

Whangarei District Council | Phone: 0800 932 463 | Website: www.wdc.govt.nz

Kaipara District Council | Phone: 0800 727 059 | Website: www.kaipara.govt.nz

For State Highway closures:
NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi - Northland
journeys.nzta.govt.nz/journey-planner

Local councils, emergency services, and Northland Civil Defence are meeting regularly and coordinating closely for this event. We are monitoring the situation with MetService and the NRC Hydrology team, and positioning resources across the region so we can respond effectively if needed 🤝

❤️‍🩹 Finally, a reminder to look after yourself and each other.

Periods of severe weather can be stressful and unsettling, especially as Northland communities have been dealing with challenging conditions for some time. It’s completely normal to feel anxious, overwhelmed, or tired during events like this.

Please remember that you are not alone.

Checking in on neighbours, whānau, or friends, and keeping up to date with official advice and preparedness information can all help you feel more grounded and supported.

We’ll continue to share updates as the situation develops.

Look after each other, Northland! 💙

27/03/2026

Last week we released Te Āpōpōtanga – Māmā and Pēpi Whānau Voice ki Taitokerau–Tāmaki Makaurau. A report shaped by the lived experiences of Māmā and their pēpi across our rohe.

This is not new information. This is truth, spoken clearly and consistently.

Māmā told us:
• they are navigating systems that weren’t built for them
• they are experiencing racism, judgement, and isolation
• they are carrying the mental, emotional, and financial load, often alone

And they also told us what works: kaupapa Māori tautoko, whānau-centred support, and being seen, heard, and respected.

This report is a call to action. Not to consult again, but to act.

System leaders must now walk alongside whānau, not ahead of them.

📖 Read the full report here: www.tetaumatahauora.nz