Esteemed manuhiri, kaumātua, trustees, and kaimahi from National Hauora Coalition (NHC)
came together in Tāmaki Makaurau for the prestigious 2024 Mana Whānau, Whānau Ora
Tohutanga on Hātarei, 7 December 2024.
Marking its 11th year, the annual black-tie event served as a celebration of the contributions of
the NHC network across Northland, Tāmaki Makaurau, Waikato, Whanganui, Taumarunui,
and Hauraki.
The awards were an opportunity to thank and acknowledge the many kaiāwhina, nurse
practitioners, general practitioners, administrators, social workers, and providers for their
exemplary contribution to NHC’s moemoeā, Mana Whānau, Whānau Ora—prosperous
families living well.
“After a challenging year of navigating complexities in primary health care and health reform,
and the ever-evolving political landscape, the Mana Whānau, Whānau Ora Tohutanga serves
as a poignant reminder of the resilience of our people,” says NHC Chief Executive Dr. Rachel
Brown (Te Atiawa, Ngāti Mutunga ki Wharekauri, Kāi Tahu, Tuahiwi, Kāti Māmoe) of the
evening’s significance.
“The dedicated individuals and rōpū who make up our provider network are what make our
coalition so impactful for whānau in the pursuit of equitable outcomes. This evening was an
opportunity to recognise their unwavering commitment to their hapori, for us to say thank
you for all that they give.”
Hosted by MC Pio Terei (Ngāpuhi, Te Rarawa), the evening saw award-winning writer,
photographer, social activist and cultural commentator Qiane Matata-Sipu MNZM (Te
Waiohua, Ngāpuhi, Ngāti Pikiao, Cook Island) deliver an inspiring keynote address to the
theme of the indigenous wisdom of Polynesia.
Everyone in attendance was given a copy of Matata-Sipu’s book, NUKU: Stories of 100
Indigenous Women in acknowledgement of their vital contributions this year.
List of winners:
The Whānau Whakaaro Tika | Think Like Whānau Award
Matawhaanui Trust (Raahui Pookeka, Waikato)
The Whānau Whakaaro Tika Award recognises a practice or service provider who
demonstrates that they think like whānau by placing whānau wellbeing at the centre of
their work.
The Whānau Auaha | Everyone An Innovator Award
Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei (Ōrākei, Tāmaki Makaurau)
The Whānau Auaha Award recognises a practice or service provider who demonstrates the
courage to innovate and challenge the status quo and is, therefore, at the cutting edge of
social impact.
The Mahia Kia Ea, Kia Toa | A Can Do Attitude Award
Health Through The Marae (Waiuku, Tāmaki Makaurau)
The Mahia Kia ea, Kia Toa Award recognises a practice or service provider who has
demonstrated positivity and ambition in overcoming challenges and achieving success.
Whānau Whai Hua | Outcomes Matter Award
High needs population: Doctors @ 42 (Raahui Pookeka, Waikato)
Non-high needs populations: Doctors on Luckens (West Harbour, Tāmaki Makaurau)
The Whānau Whai Hua award recognises the highest performing provider against key
performance indicators, exceeding expectations and achieving positive outcomes for
whānau.
The Quality & Service Excellence Award
Mana Kidz Operational Group (Counties Manukau, Tāmaki Makaurau)
This Award acknowledges a practice or community service provider whose mahi is
consistently exceptional. They may have demonstrated excellent patient safety or delivered
outstanding service for whānau and, in doing so, delivered improved outcomes for their
hāpori.
The Excellence in Workforce Development Award
Taumarunui Community Kokiri Trust (Taumarunui, Waikato)
Excellence in workforce development is essential for providing high-quality care and services
to whānau. A strong, supported, and capable workforce adds exceptional value now and in
the future. This includes the ability to invest in and develop clinical leaders and ensure that
the workforce has the skills necessary to deliver value in the years to come.
Te Tohu Hautoa | Courageous Leadership Award
Te Roopu Waiora (Manukau, Tāmaki Makaurau)
Te Tohu Hautoa recognises an individual or individuals who have displayed leadership in
and commitment to eliminating health and social inequities.
Whānau Ora Champion
Taitimu Maipi & Ramari Maipi, Tutata Matatahi, and Neil Woodhams ONZM
The most prestigious award, presented to exceptional individuals who have demonstrated
extraordinary leadership and commitment to whānau, hapu, iwi, and the community in
their lifetime, contributing to a legacy of mana whānau, whānau ora.
Hon Dame Tariana Turia presents the Whānau Ora champion award to Tutahah Matatahi, Ramari Maipi,
and Neil Woodhams ONZM. Photo: Rawhitiroa Photography
About National Hauora Coalition
National Hauora Coalition is a Māori-led charity and PHO. National Hauora Coalition works
with countless dedicated service providers to deliver programmes to improve health and social outcomes for all New Zealanders with a particular focus on whānau Māori, Pacific
peoples, new migrant communities, and other populations who experience inequitable
health outcomes.
For more information visit nhc.maori.nz.
Press Contact
For more information or to arrange an interview, please contact NHC PR consultant Skye
Ross:
skye@skyeross.co.nz
