Nati Life

‍Karma Rickard-Mauheni, a 17-year old student at Ngata Memorial College is on a mission to establish a gym that serves rangatahi and the broader community. Recognising an increasing enthusiasm for fitness among young people, Karma envisions a space that not only enhances physical health but also supports mental well-being, boosts self-confidence, and fosters community engagement. 

Jade Doel is the latest of our Ngati Porou exports making a global impact in the commercial world. Jade (or Jadey Boy as he is affectionately known by the whanau he grew up with in Te Akau o Tokomaru) shares with Nati Link what it’s like working for a corporate conglomerate in the UAE. He also shares his dream of one day returning home and using his creative talents to give back to the community. 

A strong-willed seven-year-old girl, sent for a holiday with her Nanny after getting into trouble at home and school, is the central character of a children’s book by Ngati Porou writer Frances Rangihuna.

Ko Tangimangaone Pewhairangi, uri o Ngati Porou, tetahi o nga whetu tarake of Kairakau, koinei tana whakaaturanga tuatahi. Kua korero mai a ia ki a Nati Link me nga whakamarama mo te huarahi i whaia e ia kia whiwhi i tenei turanga me te kapeka o te whakaaturanga i tino pai ki a ia.

Ani Pahuru-Huriwai is a Trustee of Te Aroha Kanarahi Trust (TAKT), a community trust based in Wharekahika that serves the Matakaoa community. Recently Nati Link asked Ani some patai to find out the latest news from Wharekahika. 

Ngati Porou Oranga Youth Services kaimahi, Jury Harrison (Ngati Porou), talks to Nati Link about the mahi he does supporting rangatahi from Potaka to Uawa. 

Pakanga Te Whitu (Senior) is the ringatoi behind Waiapu Stones, a collection of hand painted stones that captures iconic scenes from home, making his stones truly unique treasures that are highly sought after. Pakanga shared with Nati Link about where his creativity comes from and why he finds rock painting peaceful mahi.

Mel can now assess and prescribe some medications over and above the current Standing Order medications that some nurses can currently issue, under the NZ Medicines Regulations for Designated Registered Nurses

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