Te Ara Tupua Mana Whenua Steering Group (MWSG) is excited to announce an opportunity for funded research that will implement its Kaitiaki Strategy and contribute to their vision for a thriving new reef habitat that enhances the mouri of Te Whanganui-a-Tara, restores the ability to harvest kaimoana, and upskill uri as kaitiaki and ecologists. Taranaki Whānui ki te Upoko o te Ika and Ngāti Toa Rangatira are partners with NZTA Waka Kotahi and the [...]

Craig 'Laws' Lawson is synonymous with Te Ohu Kaimoana, fisheries and aquaculture. He has spent over 20 years with Te Ohu Kaimoana in a range of roles and has mentored countless staff throughout that time. He is highly regarded and trusted by iwi, and also the wider fishing community in Aotearoa who rely upon him for his considered and reliable advice. His contribution to Māori fisheries and aquaculture is immense, having worked on the design [...]

We wish to acknowledge the passing of former Te Ohu Kaimoana commissioner (Treaty of Waitangi Fisheries Commission), Dame Mable June Hinekahukura Mariu DNZM QSM JP, or 'Aunty June' as she was affectionately known. Dame June passed away on Saturday the 10th of August at the age of 92, surrounded by whānau. Dame June was a high achiever and leader in a number of areas including sport (representing Aotearoa in netball, softball and indoor basketball), education, [...]

Te Ohu Kai Moana Group (Te Ohu Kai Moana Trustee Limited, Aotearoa Fisheries Limited, Te Pūtea Whakatupu Trustee Limited, and Te Wai Māori Trustee Limited) have commenced the third four-year performance audit required under the Maori Fisheries Act 2004(Māori Fisheries Act).  The audit will cover the period from October 2020 - September 2024. Sections 105-113 of the Act set out the audit scope and requirements and a copy of these requirements are below (Appendix [...]

He Whakamōhiotanga Kōrero is our series of regular reports to iwi, measuring progress against our key priorities and key performance indicators as identified in our annual plan, which contribute towards achieving our five-year strategy. The aim of these reports is to provide you with more regular insight into the strategic and operational activities and performance of Te Ohu Kaimoana and Takutai Trust. Volume 4.0 is available for download here and this reporting period covers from [...]

Published by Urchinomics -Friday 26 April 2024 Urchinomics, the pioneering venture in urchin ranching and kelp restoration, is delighted to announce the appointment of Maru Samuels as its new in-country lead for New Zealand. In this newly established role, Maru will spearhead the development of Urchin Ranching operations using Urchinomics proprietary system, to address the growing issue of kina (urchin) barrens in New Zealand. With a wealth of experience spanning over 20 years working [...]