Te Pūtahitanga Directory

Otautahi Māori Wardens pay homage to those who have gone before us and who have laid the foundation on which we operate and advance today. The Otautahi Māori Wardens is a non-profit organisation that performs services that are beneficial to members and the community at large, for the relief of poverty, advancement of education, health, recreation and social welfare with specific attention to meeting the needs of youth, the aged and those that are socially and economically disadvantaged

The South Pacific Rugby League and Sports Club, based in Dunedin, is a whānau-oriented club offering both competitive and social teams across various ages and skill levels. The club participates in basketball, softball, volleyball, and netball.

CRUZE is dedicated to promoting equality in the workplace and society. This brand strives to create opportunities for members of the Māori and Deaf communities in the fashion and clothing industry. Fueled by passion, empathy, and sensitivity, CRUZE is driven to make a meaningful difference in society.

Selwyn Sports Trust focuses on getting the Selwyn community active through various programs and events. While most of their efforts are dedicated to tamariki and rangatahi, they offer events for all ages.

Mahara Lane was established by Mihi Taurua to grow, strengthen and normalise te reo Māori through the creation of amodern bilingual photo booth that is engaging, full of creativity, entertaining, light and fun.

Whakatipurangahou runs various programs that help connect and promote Te Ao Māori to those who feel disconnected from their Māori culture.

At Matariki Mushrooms our ambition is to promote and protect native strains and to help make these recent scientific discoveries and solutions accessible to more people. We achieve this through wānanga, pukapuka and soil regeneration services and research.

Mahi Mahi Productions Limited specialise in providing expertise in the many facets of te ao Māori through arts, theatre production, education, composition, costume designing, cultural advice, and production activities. Mahi Mahi Productions Limited is dedicated to providing an enriched experience that will benefit all ages and backgrounds using te ao Māori as the key pillar to success.

Bros for Change aims to help all participants reach their full potential, regardless of their background, and become productive members of their families, schools, and society. Using Te Ao Māori customs and protocols, the inclusive program fosters self-esteem, self-awareness, self-respect, and self-management. Serving youth from intermediate school to serious offenders, Bros for Change leverages cultural identity to break down barriers, build strong relationships, and encourage mutual respect.

Ringa Mangu Mahi Raranga is dedicated to providing a safe and comfortable environment for whānau interested in learning traditional Māori weaving. The kaupapa encourages participants to kōrero Māori at their own pace and time, fostering a supportive community for language and cultural learning. The goal is to strengthen these skills among whānau and extend their impact to the wider community.

Mauriora Kombucha is a whānau-based initiative that specialises in producing and marketing Kombucha – as health and wellbeing tonic. Mauriora Kombucha specialises in predominantly plant-based products and also utilises native plants and rongoā Māori knowledge.

JH Fitness offers a holistic approach to health and wellness with a primary focus on exercise and nutrition. As a Registered Associate Nutritionist, Certified Personal Trainer and a Registered Nurse, JH Fitness offer online coaching as well as face to face consultations and personal training here in Ōtautahi.

Te Puna Oranga is a kaupapa Māori social service dedicated to supporting whānau affected by sexual violence and other traumas. Guided by tikanga principles and cultural practices, the organisation helps whānau heal, thrive, and flourish.

He Waka Pounamu offers comprehensive Te Reo Māori, tikanga, and cultural awareness programs tailored to organisations. These programs are designed to enhance cultural competence, foster understanding, and promote the use of Te Reo Māori within the workplace. He Waka Pounamu works closely with each organisation to create customised programs that meet their specific needs, ensuring a respectful and enriching learning experience.

Whakaraupō Carving Centre Trust is a Māori-led organisation that creates pathways for rangatahi, facilitates workshops, courses and programmes for skill development under the ancient practice of whakairo

Tū Hono Taonga is a mobile carving unit providing pounamu, workshops and wānanga. We are an empowering kaupapa which supports whānau to learn the art of Pounamu Carving and Mahi Toi. We work with whānau to support their wellbeing and grow future aspirations and pathways through this life changing medium. We are utilising the medium of Pounamu as a tool of engagement and wellbeing.

Magnolia Supporting aim is to support our customers to be the best version of themselves in love, life, loss and work. We offer a wide variety of services to meet all of life’s obstacles these include celebrant services, professional supervision, business mentoring, counselling and social work support.

Hinerewa Art provides Māori mahi toi through different modalities, specifically customised tā moko and kirituhi services to whānau out of her studio and gallery in South New Brighton. Hinerewa has created a safe space for whānau to share their journey with others as they embark on their own journey.

Nestled in the hamlet of Hokonui, the Munro farm is surrounded by gullies and native bush. The hills are steeped in history, from early pioneers to Māori legends. The Munro whānau has been farming here for over 40 years, selectively breeding sheep to produce finer, softer crossbred lambswool. This lambswool, known for being soft, moisture-wicking, hypoallergenic, and breathable, is preferred by some over merino for its thicker fibers that trap heat against the skin.George Munro's core values guide everything from product design to customer service. They celebrate their diverse heritage, blending tradition with modernity. By supporting the local wool industry, George Munro offers customers the chance to make ethical decisions while enjoying luxurious, low micron wool products.

Maania Tealei Photography offers a photography service with a distinct Māori influence, making it a preferred choice for cultural kaupapa in Canterbury. Maania specialises in capturing whānau, tamariki, events, couples, maternity, and corporate settings, with a unique focus on Māori and Pacifica cultural portraits.Maania’s passion lies in capturing candid, natural connections, emotions, joy, happiness, love, and even sadness, allowing the uniqueness of each moment to guide her work. Her Māori portraits offer a cultural experience, featuring Māori kakahu, taonga, and tā moko, creating uplifting images that preserve memories for future generations.Guided by the principle "Poipoia te kakano kia puawai" (Nurture the seed and it will blossom), Maania’s love for photography has flourished through capturing her own tamariki and their cultural identity, and she now extends this passion to capturing your whānau.

Certified Lash Technician with home based salon offering quality and affordable Eyelash extensions. Eyebrow treatments will be added to list of services in the near future.

Kā Taoka I Tuku Iho Charitable Trust aims to enhance the hauora of Murihiku rangatahi and hapori by strengthening and facilitating opportunities in Taonga Tākaro and active recreation kaupapa.

The Aranui Community Trust is dedicated to the vision of 'Kia mahi tahi ai, te hapori, kia puāwaitia, ā Aranui' – 'Our community, working together, for an awesome Aranui'. We promote activities that enhance the wellbeing of Aranui whānau. Our mission is to improve outcomes for Aranui families by removing barriers to essential services such as health and education. We focus on strengthening and growing community and youth leadership, ensuring Aranui is a safe and vibrant place to live.

Family Drug Support Aotearoa aims to provide support to whānau through a harm reduction model that incorporates compassion, research, science, and whānau-focussed strategies.

Beyouty by Awhi, is a Māori-owned and operated beauty treatment provider in Ōtautahi, offering a range of services for whānau, including brows, lashes, cosmetic tattooing, and teeth whitening.

Te Ara Teatea Trust vision is to grow and support individuals and whanau within our traditional healing practices, to feel empowered to embody our cultural and spiritual practices that directly affect their mental, emotional and physical wellbeing.

Te Rakau Matauranga offers Te Reo Ako, a beginner Māori language course for whānau in Waimate. By promoting the growth of a Māori worldview, these te reo Māori classes empower whānau in various aspects of their lives. Utilising natural resources like rākau to enhance learning, this initiative aims to strengthen whānau resilience.

Rora Mihi Limited is dedicated to preserving and passing on the cultural treasures of Hine Te Iwaiwa and Te Whare Pora to future generations. This initiative focuses on revitalising ancestral practices rooted in the use of natural resources and connecting with the land within Te Tauihu region. They aim to facilitate intergenerational restoration and revitalisation of Toi Māori, ensuring its cultural continuity and relevance.i

Mai Time is ACC accredited and provides whanau with kaupapa Maori counselling services (komiri), cultural supervision, and cultural advice alongside our traditional Maori healing practices handed down from our tipuna. These include mirimiri, mahi wairua, mahi rakau, rongoa, mahi raranga, komiri.

Maternal Fitness, offers fitness programs for whānau with pēpi and tamariki. Initially run from a home gym and online, it includes activities, allowing māmā to bring their children to group sessions. For those unable to attend, the program provides weekly support calls and a private Facebook group.The program features interactive sessions, live streams, and pre-recorded workouts for flexibility. It promotes goal-setting, dietary and lifestyle changes, and fosters peer support networks, helping māmā connect and support each other.

Mako Design is a small whānau business based in Ōtautahi/Christchurch. They design and create contemporary Māori laser cut jewellery, art prints, and accessories pieces that celebrate our heritage and look towards our future, so that te ao Māori continues to thrive.

Birthright Canterbury works to strengthen and enrich the lives of children and families. We offer a range of holistic support to children and parents/caregivers that puts family/whānau at the centre of what we do.

Tūpuna Remedies supports whānau healing with traditional Māori therapies an ACC-registered practitioner using holistic practices like rākau, mirimiri, romiromi, and karakia. Tūpuna Remedies incorporates Te Whare Tapa Whā, addressing all aspects of wellbeing: tinana, wairua, hinengaro, and whānau.

Te Wairua Limited specialises in creating natural, organic products infused with native ingredients. With a deep respect for traditional Māori knowledge and practices, Te Wairua blends modern techniques with indigenous wisdom to craft unique, high-quality mixtures. Each product is carefully formulated to enhance well-being, offering a holistic approach that celebrates the rich heritage and natural resources of Aotearoa. Through their dedication to sustainability and cultural integrity, Te Wairua Limited provides consumers with authentic, eco-friendly options that honor the land and its people.

Potene Designs is a small Māori-owned and operated business located in Ōtautahi. They specialise in creating hand-drawn prints and carvings from wood and stone, including pounamu.

Ngā Taonga o Te Rangi is a space to craft taonga pounamu from the sanctuary of their own whare. They aim to build and strengthen the significance of pounamu, imparting knowledge about its holistic healing properties and fostering communication within whānau.

Kaitiaki Whenua is a Māori-owned and operated business offering commercial mowing services for local iwi land, urupā, and marae.

HTK Group is a Māori-focused business consulting agency that supports Māori businesses with their needs and provides cultural capability and engagement planning.

Kōrero Mai Charitable Trust is dedicated to creating and promoting spaces that foster the learning, use, and normalisation of Te Reo Māori. Te Puna Reo o Te Ahi Kaikōura a Tama ki Te Rangi, situated in the North Canterbury region, is a pioneering Māori language Early Learning Centre within its community.

Poutini Waiora is a Kaupapa Māori Health and Social Service Provider operating across Te Tai o Poutini. A well-established provider of high-quality, professional, and responsive services based on a 'whānau ora' model of care. Offering a range of free and accessible health and social services for Māori, with the primary goal of achieving our vision: “Strengthen the mana and wellbeing of whānau and community.

Soul Wise Tattoo is a whānau owned and operated tā moko and iwi toi entity, encouraging tino rangatiratanga, whanaungatanga, manaakitanga and hauora through art.

E Tipu e Rea Early Learning Centre, operating under the Aranui Wainoni Community Child Care Centres Association Incorporated, is a community-based early education center catering to children aged 0-6 years. Licensed for up to 40 children, including up to 10 under twos, the center has established strong, trusting relationships with their whānau.

Tīmata Technologies Limited is a kaupapa Māori organisation dedicated to providing whānau with wholesome, nutritious, and healthy kai at an affordable cost. Their mission is to enable Kaumatua to eat well and support them in remaining in their own homes for longer. Their services include New Zealand-wide delivery of fresh meals directly to the door.

Kōtuku Rongoā: Holistichealing Limited is a husband-and-wife team of Louis and Deone. They are both qualified rongoā Māori and mirimiri practitioners who offer whānau the following services: mirimiri, whitiwhiti kōrero, karakia, hīkoi to the ngahere and moana and mahi toi. They also offer traditional handmade all natural rongoā products.

Your Corps is a multi-award winning youth service based in Murihiku that exists to provide modern solutions to assist and reduce social isolation and enhance youth mental health (suicide prevention, depression, low self-esteem, rejection, feelings of worthlessness) by facilitating social opportunities for young people, situated around digital and technological trends as they develop.

KaraageMe offers a unique fusion of Japanese cuisine with Māori influences, specialising in Donburi bowls and karaage chicken with house-made sauces and pickled vegetables. The whanau-oriented business is dedicated to serving fresh, affordable kai while upholding values of manaakitanga, whakawhanaungatanga, and kaitiakitanga. Their mission is to unite for better outcomes for Māori whanau with humility and kindness.

Kete Education Ltd. runs the Mana Tipua, Mana Ora takatāpui youth group for rangatahi takatāpui in Ōtautahi. The program provides opportunities for rangatahi to engage with taonga tuku iho and toi Māori alongside skilled members of the toi community and tohunga. The group's model offers a safe, gender-affirming environment where rangatahi can explore various creative outlets, fostering their sense of community and Māoritanga. This program helps them connect with Māori businesses and rangatoi Māori, creating spaces for Māori youth in the LGBTQIA+ community to engage with Te Ao Māori.

Atarau Staging is a home staging business dedicated to providing cultural representation for Māori and Pasifika home sellers and buyers in today's real estate market. They offer both partial and full home staging services, aiming to increase the likelihood of a quicker sale and a higher selling price for their clients.

Te Ataarangi ki Te Tauihu o te Waka-a-Māui Inc. is dedicated to leading and supporting Te Reo revitalisation efforts within local communities. They offer high-quality Māori language classes and workshops using the Te Ataarangi methodology. Currently, their programs are accessible in Takaka, Motueka, Waimeha, Whakatū, and Wairau, fostering a vibrant environment for language learning and cultural enrichment.

Wild Skin is owned and operated in Aotearoa, based in Christchurch, specialising in providing high-quality nail care products. The cuticle oils are hand selected to ensure the best quality, Wild Skin pride themselves on providing a product which is vegan, chemical-free, cruelty-free and Aotearoa Made.

JH Fitness is a comprehensive health and wellness coaching service offering personal training, online exercise, nutrition and education. With a holistic approach, we empower whānau to improve their lifestyle and enhance physical and mental wellbeing.

Tyrone is a carver from Poutini Pounamu-West Coast Jade, Tyrone specialises in both semi-traditional and contemporary styles of Pounamu sculpture and pendants.

SEED is a cooperative community development programme that helps communities create value from their land, culture and people to improve their own quality of life.The SEED programme has been primarily developed to work with indigenous first nations people. In a world that is becoming increasingly globalised and more homogeneous, it’s more and more important to provide platforms allowing these communities to retain their own cultural diversity while becoming more sustainable and self determining.

We bring precision and flair to every cut and style, ensuring you leave feeling confident and refreshed. Whether you're seeking a classic look or a bold new statement, trust EL & GRAY Hair Design for unparalleled service and satisfaction.

Papuni Boxing Ōtautahi, is leading the youth boxing in Christchurch. We are a not-for-profit organisation committed to the holistic development of rangatahi. Following the principles of Te Whare Tapa Whā, we focus on nurturing taha tinana, taha hinengaro, taha whānau, and taha wairua dimensions of health.

Awarua Synergy has searched the world for the best energy and eco-power solutions for the Deep South. Now, we are leading suppliers and installers of cost-effective, energy-efficient products for the homes, farms, and businesses of the region. We bring warmth, LED lighting and dry healthy air to the buildings in which the people of the Deep South live and work – and help give them power over their power bills!

Māui is a uniquely authentic kaupapa Māori production studio that develops digital content for local and global audiences that is grounded in mātauranga, tikanga, and tīpuna values. They are specialists in delivering content and experiences that connects and creates impact, achieved through visual, motion and immersive design solutions.

The Unbreakable Foundation collaborates with minoritised communities, offering tailored programs and holistic health toolkits. We aim to empower these communities, fostering confidence, connection, and holistic health knowledge. We focus on addressing systemic barriers and shifting attitudes around physical activity. Through programs like Safe Gains, providing a safe space for LGBTQIA+ and Takatāpui communities, and Whakakaupapa Unbreakable, empowering rangatahi with holistic health education, we aim to create a thriving, empowered Ōtautahi.

Inspiring Design specialses in branding, web design, and Squarespace support for creative businesses, enhancing their online presence to align with their visionary ideas. They empower creative entrepreneurs to sell, grow, and scale confidently by crafting bespoke brands and developing customised Squarespace websites that resonate with their customers. Inspiring Design ensures that technology doesn't hinder creativity, allowing clients to focus on their strengths and business goals..

Reigning Downs-Hauora Centre is a pioneering initiative led by a qualified educator with 16 years of experience. This unique centre combines education and equine experiences to enhance the Hauora of rangatahi. Emphasising the importance of Hauora to foster a sense of belonging among ranagatahi, Reigning Downs offers tailored courses that align with the New Zealand Curriculum and essential skills needed for adulthood. The courses are customised to meet the specific needs of each group, leveraging the benefits of positive equine experiences and educational expertise to enhance learning outcomes and provide therapeutic benefits. All programs are meticulously planned and implemented by a registered teacher with four years of middle management experience at a local high school.

Foodbank Aotearoa New Zealand is the major distributor of food to the food relief agencies operating in the South Island.From their facilities in Christchurch, Ashburton and Timaru FBANZ supplies food to more than 160 agencies who in turn package the food for distribution directly to those in need and at risk.

Tags For Good are a small, family-owned business dedicated to designing and manufacturing products that support parents and their babies. We collaborate with numerous New Zealand charities focused on infant health and wellness. Our mission is to protect as many babies as possible by continually introducing products that prioritise the safety and well-being of children.

Whare E Tū is an inflatable marquee hire business offering four different sizes of inflatable marquees. They support events by providing shelter from the elements for local iwi, kura, pakihi Māori, and community gatherings.

Whānau Whanake are wayfindiers for whānau to thrive who support whanau to reduce the negative impact that chronic health, disability, injury, trauma and adversity can have on hauora.

He Tangata, He Whenua,He Whenua Tangata Hou”Heres man, heres land,Its Land before man.”YTtattoos is deeply rooted in te ao Māori me ona tikanga by giving whānau the gift of mataora, moko kauae and puhoro. Each piece is personalised to uphold the whakapapa and life experiences they bring with them.

A Slice of Poutini Limited is a whānau-centred business based around carving kōhatu to meet the growing demand for this type of art in the Buller region. With the support of Te Pūtahitanga o Te Waipounamu, the leaders of this kaupapa aim to scale up their business and facilitate the intergenerational transmission of mātauranga around the various aspects of toi Māori.

G P Whānau Awhi is a Māori maintenance service in Ōtautahi that transforms substandard homes into safe and healthy homes for generations to come. Their mission is to keep whānau out of hospital, keep whānau free of sickness and to give whānau a sense of pride while upholding tikanga throughout service provision. The pakihi values are built on whanaungatanga, manaakitanga and tino rangatiratanga.

The Rib Shack Low and Slow specialise in american styled BBQ meats in different events throughout Murihiku and Ōtākou.

Positive Directions Trust provides and facilitates initiatives aimed at enhancing social and economic development in Ōtautahi, Waitaha, and beyond. Their work is dedicated to improving life outcomes for individuals, whānau, and communities.

Te Ara Māori produce all natural and sustainably made pani. Inspired by the ways of our tūpuna and te taiao, Te Ara Māori offer whānau a healthier choice and an opportunity to learn more about te ao Māori through pani.

Aokimi provides traditional Maori practices through mirimiri, body work, honohono, energy alignment, and rāranga, teaching the process' and tikanga of harvesting and creating with harakeke. We serve as a pillar for others to come and empower their wairua.

Samuel Ngaamo Limited creates custom sculptures and headstones from natural materials, predominantly Oamaru stone. Providing a unique opportunity for whānau to have their custom-made headstone/sculpture hand-sculpted under the guidance of a skilled carver.

S A inc Limited in Te Tauihu offers not-for-profit programs empowering all ages through activities like hunting, diving, gathering, and kai preparation. Founded by Shannon and Adrienne Thompson, leveraging Shannon's ex-SAS Patrol Commander background and Adrienne's executive management expertise. With over 50 participants engaged, they aim to foster self-reliance through He Kai Kei Aku Ringa since 2020. This program emphasises tikanga-led kai gathering practices, teaching kaitiakitanga, tino rangatiratanga, and manaakitanga principles for sustainable community and environmental stewardship.

Nau Mai Te Ao is a mihi to loved ones journey and stories through wairua led collaborative jewellery, creating markers of significant signposts of life, death and the in between. Nau Mai Te Ao provides opportuniteis for whānau to create adornment unique to them, to rememeber theirs and loved ones lives in a way that lasts generations

Honeybeez Preschool & Nursery is a small preschool located in Kaiapoi, guided by Te Ao Māori and passion for revitalising te reo Māori, everyone is welcome! There is also an on-site Kaiwhakahaere who is available to walk alongside & tautoko anyone in our community who needs it, nau mai tauti mai!

Res.Awesome provides innovative resources for waste diversion in Dunedin City. We aim to foster creativity, connection, and innovation in resource recovery. Our mission is to support businesses and communities in reducing their waste through consulting, workshops, waste auditing, and zero-waste event management.

Ngāti Rarua o Te Wairau Society are predominantly involved in the provision of:* Housing development* Hapu development* Whenua and Marae development* He Mau Tahi Tatou (We Hold Together) - Wellbeing Services

Spice Vintage, founded with deep respect for kaitiakitanga and whanaungatanga, embodies the essence of sustainability and cultural richness. This conscious fashion haven breathes new life into pre-loved clothing, accessories, and homewares, celebrating the art of recycling while preserving the stories within each fabric. Rooted in the spirit of manaakitanga and aroha, Spice Vintage curates a collection where every piece carries the sacred values of Te Ao Māori. The brand extends an invitation to a global community, fostering genuine connections and weaving together respect for the past, care for the present, and a commitment to a sustainable future. Spice Vintage isn't just a fashion destination; it's a storytelling sanctuary, honouring tradition and embracing a harmonious coexistence with the environment, one vintage treasure at a time.

Kainga Kai Limited is a Māori-owned and operated catering company committed to providing authentic food experiences. They offer meals infused with tikanga and karakia, ensuring each dish honors Māori traditions and values.