Tikanga Talks: Celebrate Puanga - Five leading voices in te ao Māori
What is tikanga-led leadership, and what does it actually look like in practice?
Join us for Tikanga Talks: Grow business understanding and confidence in Te Ao Maori - an intensive, thought-provoking evening with some of the most respected Māori leaders, thinkers, and changemakers in Aotearoa.
Each speaker has just 30 minutes to deliver a masterclass on what it takes to drive real impact in Aotearoa, drawn from their lived experience. Together, they will dissect how to navigate the complex issues affecting te ao Māori today - whether in business, across iwi and hapū, or within whānau.
Brought to you by He Toronga Pakihi ki Taranaki and Reo Kōrero (Ataarangi ONLINE), and supported by the Taranaki Chamber of Commerce, this forum is designed to challenge your thinking. It is an exclusive opportunity to connect with professionals committed to leading change within their businesses and communities, and to shape the future for Māori and non-Māori alike.
Hosted in Ngāmotu / New Plymouth to mark the season of Puanga, you can be with us in the room or join from anywhere in the world via our livestream.
The dialogue starts here. The practical application extends far beyond our region.
+ Dr Ruakere Hond | globally recognised expert in indigenous language revitalisation, a pou of Te Ataarangi, and an esteemed leader within Taranaki.
+ Professor Rangi Matamua | the visionary scholar behind the Matariki movement, who has revolutionised our understanding of mātauranga Māori.
+ Riana Te Ngahue | a Māori lawyer and leading digital influencer known for demystifying complex political issues for all audiences.
+ Te Aorangi Dillon | a dynamic leader renowned for her future-focused, tikanga-led approach to driving real-world impact for iwi.
+ Professor Peter Adds | a distinguished academic and highly sought-after Te Tiriti o Waitangi educator across both government and the private sector.
The Details
When: 22 July 2026, 5:00pm – 9:30pm
Where: In-person at TSB Showplace, Ngāmotu / New Plymouth and online via livestream
What to expect: High-level networking, thought-provoking masterclasses, Puanga-inspired finger food and a welcome drink on arrival.
Tickets
All prices are inclusive of GST. Fees may apply. Tickets are strictly limited.
• $180 A Reserve (tiered seating)
• $150 A Reserve (tiered seating) for Māori Business Network members, including He Toronga Pakihi ki Taranaki
• $60 Livestream (livestream link provided prior to the event)
• $1,600 Premium Table of Eight (includes two platters)
Please note: Premium tables must be paid in full at the time of booking to secure your table. Any eligible RBP subsidies secured by table guests after meeting with an adviser will be reimbursed to the purchaser.
RBP Network Subsidy
If you are part of a small to medium-sized business, you may be eligible for a 75% subsidy through the Regional Business Partner (RBP) Network. Eligibility must be confirmed before purchasing your ticket. There is no cost to register. Please note this funding is available to for-profit organisations only.
Step 1: Register Your Business
Register through the RBP portal using your New Zealand Business Number (NZBN).
Step 2: Connect with an Adviser
An Enterprise Advisor will contact you and discuss your business, along with challenges or training needs you may have.
Nau mai, haere mai e te iwi.
If you have any accessibility requirements, please contact the venue at ticketnp@npdc.govt.nz.
By attending this event, you consent to photography and videography for marketing and promotional purposes. If you do not wish to be photographed, please let a member of the event team know on the night.
