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Te Ihi Shines Again - Finalist in 2026 Transform Awards ANZ
We are thrilled to share that Te Ihi Wellness has been officially named a finalist in the prestigious 2026 Transform Awards ANZ!
Our brand has been shortlisted in the 'Best Visual Identity from the Lifestyle and Wellbeing Sector' category. Run by Transform magazine, these awards are the region's benchmark for excellence in brand strategy and creative design, recognizing agencies and businesses that push boundaries in brand development.
A massive thank you to our incredible community, partners and our design team at Iceberg for helping bring the spirit of Te Ihi to life. The final winners will be announced at the gala ceremony in Sydney on 25 November 2026.
Nāti Growth invests in Mainland Poultry
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Nāti Growth has invested in Mainland Poultry, further diversifying its investment portfolio and strengthening the long-term economic base of Ngāti Porou.
The investment gives Nāti Growth exposure to one of New Zealand’s leading food production businesses.
Mainland is New Zealand’s largest egg producer and supplier, with operations spanning the full value chain from feed production to national retail distribution. The company through its well-established brands supply eggs across free-range, barn and colony formats, operating farms across the North and South Islands, and has established relationships with all major retailers.
Nāti Growth CEO Henare Walker says the investment reflects Nāti Growth’s disciplined approach to building a diversified portfolio capable of delivering sustainable long-term returns for Ngāti Porou.
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Nāti Growth invests in Tend Health
Nāti Growth has invested in Tend Health, joining a group of leading iwi and New Zealand investors backing the growth of one of Aotearoa New Zealand’s largest primary healthcare networks.
The investment supports Tend Health’s acquisition of The Doctors, Green Cross Health’s medical division, comprising 65 medical clinics across New Zealand.
Nāti Growth joins Ngāi Tahu Holdings, Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei and Ahuahu Group, alongside other New Zealand investors in Tend Health, to support an important part of the country’s primary healthcare infrastructure.
For Nāti Growth, an important part of the investment is the opportunity to connect Ngāti Porou whānau with a healthcare model that is more accessible, flexible and increasingly digital.
Experience the Last Light - New Maunga Hikurangi Tour Experience
This summer, experience Hikurangi in a new light.
From 1 December, Te-Urunga-Pae – The Sunset Experience invites Nāti and manuhiri to journey onto the maunga as the day draws to a close.
Watch the last light settle across the whenua and spend time alongside the nine whakairo as Mont shares the korero of our tipuna – who they represent, the stories they hold and their connection to our whenua.
Take in the changing colours, the stillness of the maunga and an experience of Hikurangi that few have had the opportunity to see.
Experience the last light on Hikurangi.
Available from 1 December.
Ngati Porou Offical Apparel - Ngati Porou Wear
Our latest Ngati Porou Wear drop has landed - Basketball Jerseys!
Rep the Coast in our Ngati Porou Basketball Jersey.
Featuring Ngati Porou and the iconic 35 on the front, with an embroidered He Wiwi Nati patch at the lower side.
The back features our official Ngati Porou tohu, He Wiwi Nati and the number 35 – a nod to the highway that connects our rohe and our people.
Available now online and Waikanae Beach Cafe, Gisborne – but stock is limited, so get in quick!
Follow the Ngati Porou Wear Facebook page to be the first to hear about new releases and upcoming drops.
Nāti News is joining Nāti Link
We’re bringing our Ngati Porou news together.
Going forward, Nāti Newsletters will become part of Nāti Link – bringing our news together in one place and keeping you connected with what’s happening right across Ngati Porou.
You’ll continue to receive the latest pānui, updates, opportunities and stories, now alongside even more from across our iwi.
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