Ngāti Ranginui Iwi Society Inc.
ANNUAL
REPORT
2015
ANNUAL
GENERAL
MEETING
Sunday 18 October
9am-3pm
Iwi Society: 9am-10.30am
Huria Marae, 1 Te Kaponga Street, Judea, Tauranga
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:
Board Secretary, Ngaria Rolleston
Ph: 07 571 0934
Email: [email protected]
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CONTENTS
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AGM Agenda
Minutes of the Last Meeting
Chairman’s Report
Interim CEO’s Report
Annual Audited Financial Report
-- Independent Auditor’s Report
-- NRI Financial Statements
-- He Peka Financial Statements
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AGM AGENDA
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Karakia/Mihimihi
Apologies
Minutes from the Last Meeting
(19th October 2014) 3.1 Matters Arising
Chairman’s Report
Annual Audited Financial Report
(1 July 2014- 30 June 2015)
General Business
Karakia Whakamutunga
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MINUTES
FROM THE
LAST MEETING
MINUTES OF NGATI RANGINUI IWI SOCIETY INCORPORATED
ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
Wairoa Marae
Sunday 19th October 2014, 10am
Hui commenced at 11.05am
Karakia: Chairman: Secretary: Present: Apologies: Phillip Hikairo Mihi: Phillip Hikairo – Tawharangi Nuku
Tawharangi Nuku
Pam Bidois
Refer Attendance Register
Absence - Tatai Allen – Drew Tata – Mary-Anne Harpur – Jan Kawe – Huikakahu Kawe – Arapera Nuku – Gloria Nuku – Karora Smith – Tracey Rawiri – Miri Rawiri – Magda Williams – Numia Tangitu – Bill Apaapa
Lateness: Ngawa Hall – Graham Cameron – Raua Reihana – Christopher Stokes – Henare Tate
Motion: That the apologies received for AGM 19th October 2014 be accepted
Moved: Taakahi Borell
For: All
Seconded: Stan Walker
Against: Nil
Carried: Unanimous
PREVIOUS MINUTES – AGM 2013
Motion: That the previous AGM minutes be accepted as a true and accurate record of the hui held 20th October 2013 at
Waimapu Marae
Moved: Kimiora Rawiri
For: All
Seconded: Tu Piahana
Against: Nil
Carried: Unanimous
MATTERS ARISING
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Ngaronoa asked that all future references to the Wairoa Marae address be noted as Wairoa Marae, Te Wairoa rather than Wairoa Marae, Waihi Rd or Bethlehem. This is requested for reasons related to retaining marae identity and historical place names.
There were no matters arising raised.
CHAIRPERSONS REPORT
Chairperson Tawharangi Nuku presented a written report which outlined the following key points as summarised below:
- 2014 has been a progressive year for Ngati Ranginui Iwi Society Inc (NRISI).
- The appointment of a new CEO is being progressed. An Acting CEO has been in place in the interim.
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A Cultural Advisor role has been appointed.
The staff and Board Members have been working together to obtain a positive future for the iwi.
BOARD GOVERNANCE TRAINING
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David Gray has facilitated two workshops for Board Members focusing on (1) roles and responsibilities and (2) formulating a Job Description for the CEO.
Both workshops were extremely beneficial to all Board Members.
COMMEMORATIONS – 150 YEARS SINCE MAORI LAND WARS
- Ngati Ranginui Iwi Society Inc (NRISI) has been active in supporting Tainui in their commemorations (Rangiriri and Orakau).
- Pukehinahina and Te Ranga saw the three iwi work together alongside the Tauranga community and many other sponsors on these significant days of remembrance for Tauranga Moana.
EDUCATION STRATEGY
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An independent contractor was engaged to complete an Education Strategy for NRISI.
The strategy is presently in the hands of the Ministry of Education.
The Runanga awaits suggestions and recommendations of the Ministry.
TRADE TRAINING INITIATIVE
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Ngai Te Rangi, Ngati Ranginui and Ngati Pukenga are currently working with the BOP Polytechnic towards an educational initiative to provide trade training for Tauranga Moana rangatahi.
The collective iwi group has completed the first round of applications with the Ministry and is en route to the second round of applications. Timeframes are short and the requirements for the second round are exacting.
ALLOCATION OF GRANTS & SCHOLARSHIPS
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Requests for sponsorship for a range of activities from kapa haka to those who travel overseas to represent NZ in sport etc, continue to be received with the applications being considered by the Board on merit.
Some of the successful recipients are Tauranga Boys College Tama Tu Haerenga, Maori Golf, Maori Womens Welfare League, Ra Whakangahau to name a few.
NEW CULTURAL ADVISOR
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The appointment of Huikakahu Kawe to the position of Cultural Advisor is announced.
This role will help to facilitate better communication between CYPS, MSD, the Runanga and whanau.
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IWI CHAIRS FORUM
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These meetings offer iwi opportunities to access crown agencies with generic issues that impact directly on Maori.
The forum continues to grow with over 57 runanga representing iwi from across Aotearoa.
A wide range of concerns are discussed common to all iwi with meetings held four times a year across Aotearoa. Tauranga will host the November 2014 forum at ASB Arena.
MATATINI NATIONAL KAPA HAKA FESTIVAL 2015
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Te Kapa Haka o Ngati Ranginui will join other top kapa haka groups to perform at the 2015 Matatini National Kapa Haka Festival, hosted by te rohe o Waitaha.
The Runanga sends its support and best wishes with Ngati Ranginui Kapa Haka.
KORERO WHAKAMUTUNGA
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Acknowledgements to the interim CEO Phillip Hikairo for his guidance through the transitional period.
Acknowledgements and thanks to the staff for their continued professionalism and commitment to their roles.
Recognition is also due to the Board Members who have ensured that the governance aspirations for the Runanga are maintained. Their hard work is acknowledged.
Discussion:
1.
Tommy spoke to the upcoming youth initiative involving the three Tauranga Moana iwi and the Polytech advising that
there would be a flyer circulated soon for the programme which focuses on marae cooking and kai gathering (catch a kai
and cook a kai). This is a tester for further programmes that will look to be funded. This is about getting our rangatahi
life skills.
2.
Avy Gardiner on behalf of the Ngai Te Ahi Settlement Trust noted the lack of communication to Ngai Te Ahi on this
programme given that through the settlement there is provision for a direct relationship between Ngai Te Ahi and the
BOP Polytech. Tommy responded that this communication will come back to Ngai Te Ahi via the marae representative
Lizzie Te Pere.
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Kimiora Rawiri noted that through the settlement negotiations process a number of Ngati Ranginui hapu advocated for
direct relationships with key agencies and were successful in achieving these relationships. Ngai Te Ahi, Ngati Ruahine
and Ngai Tamarawaho achieved relationship redress with the BOP Polytech as did Ngati Hangarau with Trustpower.
There appears to be a disconnect between the Runanga and the hapu in terms of these relationships and the respective
roles. The Chair noted that this is really about starting the building of the relationship/getting the ball rolling with
BOP Polytech who themselves have advised that the relationship was non-existent. The current BOP Polytech Maori
Kaunihera structure is not effective and is outdated. This initiative is about starting a relationship and paving the way
forward and is not about undermining hapu rights, relationships or integrity. Kimiora strongly suggested that the
Runanga have a conversation with NHoNRST and the three relevant hapu who formally hold the relationship with the
BOP Polytech. The difference with Ngai Te Rangi and Ngati Pukenga is that their Iwi PSGE’s are the formal parties to the
relationship through the Deed of Settlement.
4.
Colin asked if the Iwi Chairs Forum being held in Tauranga in November 2014 is open to anyone to attend. The Chair
responded that observers are welcome.
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5.
Kiritoha Tangitu asked for the detail of how the Iwi Chairs Forum is funded. The Chair responded that all individual iwi
pay a subscription fee. Antoine added that Ngai Tahu & Tainui have historically been the main funders.
6.
Kimiora Rawiri asked that the details (venue, time and date) for the Iwi Chairs Forum be emailed out to all present. The
Chair agreed to this request.
7.
Kimiora Rawiri referred to the Education Strategy and noted that survey participants were asked whether or not they
were interested in dialogue before the document was submitted to MoE, it does not appear that there was an opportunity
for this dialogue to occur. What is the Runanga planning to do with respect to this matter? There were several of us who
indicated an interest in participating in the further development of this strategy before it was submitted, there were
going to be working groups developed. Phillip Hikairo responded and advised that there is still an opportunity for this
participation to take place, MoE have been advised of this. The implementation will not take place until these working
groups have been formed and a full consultation process has taken place. The Chair added that the MoE were not happy
with the lengthy delay and timeframes and therefore the initial document was submitted with the knowledge that there
was more data to be added.
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Antoine asked for an indication of when the Education Strategy would be implemented? The Chair responded that the
aim is end 2014. Antoine added that there are some iwi members who are involved in forums that provide funding for
these types of matters.
ANNUAL AUDITED ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2014
– Philip Mead
Kimiora asked for clarification on why the auditor was not in attendance to present the audited reports. Philip Mead
responded that the auditor was asked to attend but has not arrived as expected. The Chair advised that Philip Mead will
present the accounts in his absence.
Discussion:
1. Kimiora Rawiri noted the comment that there had been an increase in the Runanga Related Costs and asked for the
specific detail of these costs. Phillip Hikairo responded that there was over $30k expended on commemorations related
costs (Te Ranga/Pukehinahina), expenses associated with staff salary settlements and increased legal costs. Kimiora
noted that these costs had increased by about $150k.
2.
In response to the comment made by Philip Mead that some of the detailed reporting was not included in the accounts
for reasons relating to risk over the information being misconstrued if distributed to the wider community without
detailed explanation, Kimiora Rawiri requested a copy of the detailed reports. Kimiora further noted that this level of
detailed reporting was instigated by Colin Bidois during his time as Chairman.
3.
Kimiora Rawiri noted the decrease of $266k in the area of contract funding and asked for the detail. Phillip Hikairo
responded that this relates to claw-backs in the social services contracts.
4.
Kimiora Rawiri noted the decrease of $73k approximately in Other Income. Phillip Hikairo advised that this relates
to the loss of PHO funding and a contract not being renewed. Kimiora responded that as a Director of the PHO during
that period, she is aware that contract funding was paid to NRISI during this financial year. Philip Mead advised that he
would follow up on this matter and provide the detail.
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Kimiora Rawiri referred to the Admin Contract and External Support Costs and noted the huge increase in expenditure
in this area and asked for the detail. Philip Mead responded that there had been some significant expenditure on
computer hardware throughout the period and other administration costs across the board. External Support Costs are
associated with the contract accountant role carried out by him and there have also been other external support services
engaged. The Chairperson agreed to provide these detailed reports to Kimiora and any other beneficiary.
6.
Kimiora Rawiri referred to Page 6 and the reference to the $100k loan to the NRI Home & Community Support Services
Company and noted that two years ago a repayment of $25k was made and was reflected in the audited accounts for that
period. Philip Mead responded that the original loan was $25k and after the $25k repayment, the loan balance is now
$100k.
7.
Kimiora Rawiri referred to the comments under Related Party transactions where it states that Te Roopu Whakamana
leased office space etc but noted that Te Roopu Whakamana ceased to operate two years ago and didn’t lease office space
during this time. Philip Mead acknowledged this point noting that it is technically correct.
8.
Kimiora Rawiri asked about the nature of the services provided by the two Board Members who had received payment
for services. Graham Cameron advised that he was engaged to run a Strategic Planning workshop for the Board for
which he received payment of $600. Tommy Wilson confirmed that he was engaged to work on the Education Strategy
which needed major remedial work and he received approximately $4k for services provided over a number of weeks.
Kimiora questioned this practice noting that Phillip Hikairo had stood down as a Board Member to act as the Interim
CEO, yet there are two Board Members who during the same period have received payment for services provided. Is this
standard practice that the Board is looking to adopt? The Chairperson responded that this is not a standard practice
that the Board will be adopting in the future, those services were engaged due to work needing to be completed in short
timeframes.
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Kimiora Rawiri noted the increase in Honorarium/Board Meeting Fees and asked if this was due to an increase in
meeting fees or meeting frequency? Philip Mead responded to advise that there was an increase in frequency of
meetings due to a large number of special meetings held. The Chairperson also noted that meeting fees had also
increased from $200 to $300 per meeting, as a result of an investigation comparing the fee levels across a number of
entities to ensure that the fees are appropriate for the expectations of the governance role.
10. Karora Smith asked for an indication of how well the Runanga is operating financially without a CEO compared to when
a CEO was in place? Philip Mead responded that there is an Interim CEO in place and the organisation is operating very
much the same as it was prior to that appointment. In terms of finances, there have been no major changes.
11. Bill Evaroa noted his concern about the financial viability of the organisation noting that there has been a loss of equity
in this last financial year – it seems the Runanga is getting smaller and smaller and there is now a forecasted loss for the
next year. This must be a concern for the Board. Philip Mead noted that the Board are aware of these matters and intend
to address these matters.
12. Kimiora Rawiri requested some rationale for the change in auditor and was advised by Phillip Hikairo that a review of
all services was conducted with various quotes sought. Kimiora asked if KPMG were more cost effective than the other
providers from whom quotes were sought. Phillip Hikairo responded that KPMG were slightly cheaper. Philip Mead
noted that Glen Keaney from KPMG had arrived and added that the KPMG costs were actually much the same as the
other providers. Graham and Carlton added that there were some other factors that had contributed to the decision such
as the quality of the service, the number of time KPMG intended to spend on-site and the direct reporting to the Board/
relationship.
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Motion: That the Financial Statements for Ngati Ranginui Iwi Society Inc for the year ended 30 June 2014 and presented at
AGM 19th October 2014 be accepted and endorsed
Moved: Colin Bidois
For: All
Seconded: Antoine Coffin
Against: Nil
Carried: Unanimous
HE PEKA TAONGA A NGATI RANGINUI – FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR PERIOD ENDING 30 JUNE 2014
– Philip Mead
Philip Mead presented the statements and asked members present for direction on the matter of whether or not the waka
should depreciate.
Discussion:
1. Kimiora Rawiri noted that in previous years members had asked that the value increase each year as its value does
increase every year, not aware of any formal investigations or valuations. Kiritoha noted his view that it really depends
on whether or not work is carried out on the waka, it can go up or down in value. Ngaronoa noted that it is a heritage
item or taonga that cannot really be valued. Carlton added that no insurance company will ever insure the waka for
its value to us, they will only insure it for its physical wealth. Philip Mead noted that the issue really is does it have a
life that can be depreciated over a time or does it have an indefinite life. Antoine advised that he has been involved in
a project for the construction of a waka hourua valued at $1-$1.5m and the insurance costs during the construction
period were around $13k. Antoine noted that there are two issues (1) accounting treatment practise/depreciation and (2)
replacement value/insurance. Philip Mead noted that the current practice is to depreciate at 5% per year.
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It was agreed that the current practise in relation to depreciation will continue.
Motion: That the Financial Statements for He Peka Taonga a Ngati Ranginui for the year ended 30 June 2014 and presented
at AGM 19th October 2014 be accepted and endorsed
Moved: Karora Smith
For: All
Seconded: Kimiora Rawiri
Against: Nil
Carried: Unanimous
General Business
1.
Kiritoha Tangitu suggested that NRISI look to purchase more assets.
2.
Stan Walker asked if the Runanga has the required number of Board Members/marae representatives. The Chair
responded that all vacancies with the exception of Waimapu Marae are filled. There is a vacancy for Waimapu Marae.
3.
Colin Bidois congratulated the Board on their great work.
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4.
Amokura Rolleston raised kohanga reo related matters raised at previous AGM – what is the progress? The Chairperson
acknowledged the comment and noted that Tangi Te Titi are currently discussing this matter and are working to
strengthen their ability to support kaupapa like Te Kohanga Reo and Maori Womens Welfare League. There is a shortage
of men on the ground and apologies are due. It is expected that Huikakahu might be able to assist with these matters. It
was noted that there is a hui on 11th December 2015 for Te Kohanga Reo national matters at Turangawaewae Marae. Pam
will email the hui details out to Kiritoha and others in the hope they will be able to support. Carlton Bidois added that it
is important to attend this hui.
5.
Ngawa Hall noted that a Mauao Trust Update Hui is being held on 8th November 2014 at Hairini Marae.
The Chairperson declared the meeting closed at 12.35pm
Verified as a true and accurate record.
Chairman:
Date:
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CHAIRMAN’S
REPORT
Ka anga atu toku kanohi ki te kaihanga o te rangi, me te whenua
Kia whakapainga tona ingoa tapu i ngā wa katoa.
Tēna ka whakahōnoretia a Kiingi Tūheitia, i runga i tona ahurewa tapu,
Ka tangi mōteatea ana te hunga ora ki a rātou, kua rupeke atu ki tua o te arai
Moe mai koutou, moe mai, okioki ai.
Kia hoki ake ra ki a tātou ngā kanohi ora,
E rauika nei ki runga i te kaupapa i karangatia e tātou
Tēna koutou katoa
I am priviledged to introduce the Ranginui Iwi Society (the Runanga) Annual Report for the 2014/15 Financial year, my
second report as Chairman of the Runanga.
I am pleased to report on a year of steady progress and re-alignment.
I would like to acknowledge my fellow Board Members for their dedication and commitment during a year of transition.
Our board have provided sound governance and have been commited to supporting the social cultural environmental and
economic aspirations of our people. In particular I would like to acknowledge Piripi Hikairo for his commitment in stepping
in as Interim CEO during the last financial year. Piripi ensured the operations of the runanga continued smoothly as we
transitioned to appoint a new CEO.
The 2014/15 year has been a busy and productive one. There have been a number of key milestones and achievements. This
has included continued progress of our; whānau engagement in Matatini 2015, the Tauranga Moana Tangata Festival, the
Pukehinahina Rembrance day and a range of other activities. Our business units and representatives have been extremely
busy delivering across a wide spectrum of areas including health, education, social services, te reo and environment. I would
like to take this opportunity to also acknowledge the commited people on our Runanga team, who have worked diligently in
the last year.
I would also like to congratulate the team involved in the success of the Western Bay of Plenty Primary Health Organisation
funded Pae Ora and Te Whare o te Ora Projects, the approval of the Ngāti Ranginui Education Strategy and Implementation
Plan and for assisting the Board in distribution of over $35,000 in grants and sponsorship for our people. The funding for
these grants comes from careful and prudent management of our small putea of investments and in the years to come it is a
key focus to further grow and enhance this dividend.
I am pleased to report on the continued work with our Marae, and also with our wider Tauranga Moana Iwi on specific
projects and wider strategic partnerships. I acknowledge my fellow Tauranga Moana Iwi Chairs’ Charlie Tawhiao and Rehua
Smallman who are also working hard for their people.
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Through the compilation of this report I get the chance to reflect on the year and also to anticipate the year ahead. I am very
proud to be Ngāti Ranginui, our Kapa Haka roopu were magic at Matatini 2015, and each year we as an iwi go from strength
to strength. It is a pleasure and priviledge to serve as Chair, and I hope this report reflects that during a time of transition we
continue to deliver, while preparing ourselves for an exciting and vibrant future.
Governance
Despite a challenging transition year, with an Interim CEO, and extensive demands on the Board our goverance model has
been very stable with no representation changes in the 14/15 year. Our Governance and Finance sub committiees continue to
deliver strong support for the wider Board.
CEO Appointment Process
One of the major milestones for the 14/15 year was the appointment of a new CEO. For the first time the Board engaged
the services of a professional HR expert and went to full market to ensure we attracted the very best candidate with a
comprehensive range of skills to match the broad and complex range of business and services the runanga provides. The
Board found real value in the process which continues post the CEO appointment, with ongoing guidance and support for
CEO Key Performance Indicator (KPI) setting Governance/CEO relationship support.
It was a privilege, as a result of a robust and thorough recrutiment process, to appoint Steph O’Sullivan who started in the
role at the end of May. Steph brings extensive experience in both pre and post settlement iwi development, and in senior
management and governance across a wide range of sectors. Steph brings new energy and ideas and a genuine excitement
for the opportunties for Ngāti Ranginui. Her most recent role was with South Waikato based, Raukawa Charitable Trust,
where she worked in a range of senior positions over a 10 year period including as acting CEO, Treaty Settlement Negotiator,
a Governance Representative for Raukawa and as the Group Manager – Environment.
Delivery of Projects and Programmes through the Runanga
Our core business has continued to deliver over the last 12 months with direct benefits for our people and the communities
within which we live. The health projects Pae Ora & Te Whare o Te Ora had very positive feedback and have provided the
basis for a new proposal to the WBOP PHO for 2015/16. The approval of our Education Strategy and Implementation Plan
by the Ministry of Education, and the ongoing delivery of support and programmmes for our most vulnerable children and
people through our social work team and the Home & Community Support Services team are some key highlights. I am
proud of such a passionate and dedicated team of people that work on our behalf and have enjoyed celebrating success with
them. The services that we continue to provide for both the Fisheries Trust and the PSGE, the Tangata Whenua Collective
and other ropu are critical for both key relationships and as a direct way of adding value to our sister organisations.
Grants & Sponsorship
In total this year the Runanga distributed $38,513 . This included sponsorship to (but not limited to) talented individuals,
kura, kapahaka ropu, the Matariki Celebration Dinner, the Tauranga Moana Tangata Festival, assistance to kaumatua to
attend Matatini, support for Pare Kore programmes, the Pukehinahina carvers, and to research taonga currently held at the
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Melbourne Museum. The Board values the contribution we can make through grants and sponsorship and are now looking
at ways in which we can improve both funding processes and the outcomes from such support in terms of wider tribal vision.
Representation
Another key role, which is perhaps more silent, but very important is the role the Board plays in appointing and ensuring
sound representation on behalf of Ngāti Ranginui. We are requested to provide governance, kaumātua and operational
representatives across a wide sphere of influence. A recent stock take reveals appointments to more than 15 boards and
committees including the Western Bay of Plenty DHB, Police, Moana Radio, Western Bay of Plenty PHO, FOMA, Tertiary
Education, Environment and Local Government bodies.
Iwi Leaders 2014/2015
Attending the Iwi Leaders Forum which is held four times a year allows both myself, the Deputy Chair and CEO an
opportunity to keep abreast of key national issues and to network with other iwi. This is important as many iwi face similar
challenges, and the opportuity to discuss how they are addressig their issues, finding solutions and planning for the future is
very informative and helpful. The key issues on the table for Iwi Leaders over the last year included; Fresh water – Iwi rights
and Interests, Te Ture Whenua Review Process, Charter Schools, ‘Kai kei Aku Ringa’ – Māori Economic Development, Social
Housing, Climate Change, Conservation, Oil & Minerals and Māori Sports Funding.
Rena Process
As you are all aware, this issue been one of the most contentious issues of the 14/15 year, and in fact for many years for our
iwi. The runanga and many of our Ngāti Ranginui whānau members have been engaged in the Rena process from the outset.
On our behalf, Board member Carlton Bidois has invested significant time and energy over these years organising both the
immediate clean up, working with all Tauranga Moana Iwi in early and ongoing negotiations and as the last Co-Chair of the
Rena Recovery Governance Group alongside Doug Leeder.
As a result of very careful consideration and a review involving the most recent information relating to the wreck and
its impact on the reef, while considering relationships, whakapapa and our rights and responsibilities as kaitiaki for our
environment, it was decided by our Board to withdraw our submission to the resource consent hearing. This has not been
any easy decision, but it is one the Board stands by. We also signed a mitigation agreement with the Rena owners which will
see some financial support around the considerable cost to help with ongoing capacity building of our iwi to support our
environmental monitoring abilities and wider engagement. Other than what is in our Agreement, Ngāti Ranginui have not
been compensated for the impacts created through any of the other compensation packages which have been made available
over the previous years.
Update as of October 2015:
As a result of the Hui a Iwi in hui on 1 July 2015 , it was clear to me that myself and the board had not adequately explained
the decisions reached by the board and we did not do so before the media was given the information and we were placed on
the back foot in communicating to our marae and people.
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As a result of this, I have worked hard to engage with our people and marae to explain the reason for our decision. I have
met with every Ngāti Ranginui Marae or its key representatives, with the exception of two marae for whom other matters
have taken priority over the last eight weeks. However I do expect to meet with Hairini Marae (Ngai Te Ahi hapū by the time
this report is published.
We have taken more than 40 of our people on facilitated site visits to inspect the reef, and have held a Kaumatua/Kuia
session to provide our elders with an oppportunity to hear the latest information on the reef and to have the opportunity to
understand the Board’s decision.
I am very grateful for the support of eight of our ten Marae for the agreement with Rena owners and our decision to
withdraw our submission. While there remains some emotion and opposition from some of our people around the decision
taken by the board, the unity and focus of the Runanga remains strong and we continue to be focused on supporting the
cultural, environmental, social and economic aspirations of our Ngāti Ranginui people.
Support for our Iwi
A key focus of the Runanga is to support Ngāti Ranginui arts, cultural and heritage revitalisation. This is a incredibly valued
and important part of our focus and grants distribution. During the last financial year we have been delighted to support the
Ngāti Ranginui rōpu to Matatini 2015. To be able to support kaumatua and kuia to attend various important events such as
Matatini, Kingitanga Poukai, Ka tangi te tītī rōpu. We are proud to be able to support tangihanga with the provision of kai
moana, and help our whānau in their time of need where we can. The last year has seen many great cultural events and I
note the first ever Matariki Dinner and our continued support for Tauranga Moana events.
As we reflect on the year, we also look ahead with a view to ensuring the viablity, relevance and sustainability of the Runaga.
These are changing times and certainly our Rangatahi expect us to engage and deliver in different ways from the past. We are
committed to undertaking some major steps in the coming year to review, improve and enhance our delivery to you. Some
key projects of note are:
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Updating and Refreshing Our Vision & Strategy
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Governance Training & Upskilling
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Investing in new Iwi Register software and processes
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Investing in updating the website and communciations
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Investing in our teams, process and systems to enhance delivery to you our people!
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Supporting te Hekenga o Takitumu Trip
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Planning for Matatini 2017 including the Takitumu regionals of 2016
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Strengthening and extending our partnerships to ensure a brighter future for us and our tamariki.
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It has been a year of significant work and progress and we are making strong
steps to prepare for the next phase of our iwi development. I thank you all for
your passion, commitment and energy and look forward with anticipation to
our bright and exciting future.
Mihi Whakamutunga
Heoi anō, kua tō te rā ki runga i tēnei kaupapa, mā te mārie e te Atua tātou
katoa e tiaki, e manaaki e ngā wā katoa. Māna anō e whakaū o tātou ngākau
ki te pai, tēna tātou katoa.
Nā
Tawharangi Nuku
Chairman
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INTERIM CEO’S
REPORT
No Ihowa te korōria, te kaihangā o te rangi me te whenua
Kia whakapaingia tona ingoa
Whakahōnoretia te ariki nui a Tūheitia tae atu
Ki tōna hoa rangatira me a rāua tamariki, mokopuna
Kia tau iho nei ngā manaakitanga ki runga i a rātou
I te ao, i te pō, pai mārire
E kore te aroha e maroke i te rā, ki o tātou tini mate
Ko te kōrero ki a rātou, e moe, takoto, oikoki ai
Tihe mauri ora ki a tātou te hunga ora e puta nei ki te whai ao
Ki te ao marama, tihei mauri ora
It is a pleasure to present my report as the Interim CEO for the 14/15 year.
My tenure as Interim CEO ended in late May 2015 with the appointment of our CEO Steph O’Sullivan, however at the request
of the Chairman, I supported the new CEO in a period of transtion until late June. We found this to be beneficial for all
parties, the organsiation and helped with the transition.
Organisational Reviews and Updates
The last year has been a year of review and of transition where my main focus in an Interim role was to ensure the important
work of our runanga continued to be dleivered. However, as in all times of change this also provided an opportunity to review
and improve our operations. This involved working with our team to identify what they needed to move forward, to support
growth in the organisation, and to improve financial systems in particular. This has been a useful and timely process and I
look forward to this and further improvements bearing fruit in the years ahead for our runanga.
As a result of legacy issues within the organisation and a failure to adapt our business model in the face of a changing
external business environment I am disappointed to report a deficit for the year of $269,490, which is a small improvement
on the $284,000 deficit of the year before. The continued deficit has been the catalyst for a review and realignment by the
Board and as a result we have have set in place new systems, appointed a new CEO and are focused on building relationships
which will help ensure the deficit is turned around in the year ahead. I am very confident supported by our new CEO that we
have set a clear strategy and focus that will ensure we are back on track to acheiving a surplus in the year ahead.
Delivery of Projects and Programmes through the Runanga
As the interim CEO I was very heartened to see first hand, day in and day out, the great work of our teams of people. Some
key highlights of this year included:
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The Pae Ora & Whare o te Ora Projects. Despite difficult beginnings we were delighted to report to the PHO that we
met or exceeded all of the project KPI’s, and even more importantly got very positive feedback from our people and
participants.
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The approval of the Ngati Ranginui Education Strategy & Implementation Plan, which was a key achievement, again
after a difficult start to the project
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Our new contract to deliver innovative cultural literacy projects. The Culturally Cool Cards game, launched in August
2015 but initiated and developed in Fy14/15. This reflected a fantastic collaborative effort between Tommy Wilson and
Tauranga Moana Iwi that NRI enjoyed being involved with.
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The often silent but extremely important work that our teams do every week with vulnerable children, to assist families
with domestic violence issues and to support people i their homes who need help. We can be very proud of this great
work our teams do in our communities.
Changing Political Environment
As mentioned above, the last year and increasingly in the 15/16 year the Government is Increasing its focus on ‘outcomes’
by rationalising the number of providers and providing less funding with greater result expectations. These factors
combined with changes in reporting as a service provider for government, and the need to demonstrate that as a provider
we are capable of deliverying greater integration between sectors, have impacted on all in the not for profit sector, as well
as mainstream government departments. All of our contracts for the 15/16 year are now for one year only, as opposed to
previously three-year contracts. Although the Government has indicated they will return to multi-year- funding again next
year, this has ongoing implications for the Runanga.
Senior Cultural Advisor Role
Huikakaku Kawe continues to provide senior cultural advice to both the Child Youth and Family Service (CYFS) and Minsitry
of Social Development (MSD) teams here in Tauranga. Huikakaku also provides cultural support and advice to Runanga staff.
Feedback from the CYFS and MSD teams is overwhelmingly positive. They reportthat Huikakaku has made an enormous
difference to their work environment, confidence in Te Ao Maori and in their social work practice. We are now working with
MSD to see how we can ensure that this opportunity becomes permanent.
Corporate Service Contracts
During the year of transition we have continued to provide shared services support to a range of groups inclduing the
Fisheries trust, NHoNRST, and the Tangata Whenua Collective of Tauranga City Council. We value the opportunity this
provides to support these important organisations and we have reviewed our delivery with an eye to improve these services.
In particular the Board has committed to investment in the Iwi Register, Website and communications going forward.
Partnerships
Collaboration through partnerships is an essential vehicle for the Runanga to be able to deliver to our people across a range
of sectors. We value highly our partnerships and this year we have focused on ensuring they are maintained. Examples of
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deliverying innovation through partnership includes ‘He Kanae Rere’, a youth restorative programme in conjunction with
the NZ Police. We also acknowledge the ongoing commitment from the WBOP PHO, whom Ngai Te Rangi and ourselves own
a 50% shareholding of the PHO and have strongly supported the Pae Ora and Te Whare o Te Ora projects over a number of
years and we acknolwedge this ongoing commitment.
Environment / Local Government
Another area of work which the Runanga quietly carries out is in relation to protecting the environment and ensuring the
Ngāti Ranginui voice is heard in local government. This year Governors and team members have worked on a submission to
Regional Coastal Plan, continuing negotiations around the Rena issue, instigating negotiations on the Mobil Oil spill, worked
on the TCC Wastewater Consents, other consents, and ensured that we are have effective representation at the Kommittee
Maori of Bay of Plenty Regional Council, the Western bay of Plenty District Council and Tauranga City Council.
All in all it has been a busy and productive year and i acknowledge the hard work and commitment of our staff and board
members at the Runanga. We have implemented a process of realignment and improvement in the organisation which I
expect will increase further under the leadership of a new CEO in the year ahead.
Commitments into the future include:
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Ensuring we are ‘fit for purpose’ - Organisational reviews and updates
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Increasing and diversifying revenue streams
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Building our capacity and capability in a number of areas: Environment, education, cultural revitalisation, to provide
support for marae and hapu,
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Growing and strengthening partnerships
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Working closely with sister organisations to improve overall delivery to NRI
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Working more closely with Tauranga Moana iwi on a range of projects.
I would like to take this time to thank you all for your continued support in what was a year of change and re-alignment
for our runanga. We have an essential role before us in helping our people to achieve their cultural, social, and economci
potential. We have taken firm steps this year and I look forward, excited by the bright future before us.
Kia hora te marino,
Kia whakapapa pounamu ngā pōkarekare o te moana,
Kia tere te karohirohi
Tēnā koutou, tēnā koutou, tēnā koutou katoa
Nā
Piripi Hikairo
Interim CEO 14/15 Year
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