Why Ora

Why Ora Empowering Māori to fulfil their employment and career aspirations so that our whānau can flourish

26/03/2026

🌺 Nau mai hoki mai, Nina! 🌺

We’re absolutely delighted to welcome Nina Lawrence back into our tari! It’s awesome to have her as part of our rōpū again.

Nina will be joining us to support our Kaiārahi Jenny with the Hoki Mai ki Why Ora Programme, as well as lending her skills to our events and programme set‑up across the upcoming months. We’re excited for the positive wairua she brings into our space.

Kia mataara, e te whānau, keep an eye out for her at our upcoming events! ✨🙌
Ngā mihi mahana, Nina. It’s great to have you back with us.

26/03/2026

✨ Wrapping up our final Rāpūara Hauora workshops! ✨

He mihi nui ki a Samuel Graham (Yr 13) rāua ko Tūkaha Rauputu (Yr 13) nō New Plymouth Boys’ High School our incredible taiohi who shared their whakaaro about last week’s Rapuara Hauora wānanga.

Both spoke about how the workshops opened their eyes to new hauora careers, and connected them with kaimahi passionate about their roles within the health sector.

A massive mihi to all our amazing presenters who have joined us over the past few weeks. Your mātauranga, kōrero, and genuine aroha for our taiohi is truly inspirational

🌟 Ngā Huarahi Mahi Rangatahi – South Taranaki Careers Expo 🌟Kei te tata mai! Our South Taranaki Careers Expo is right ar...
25/03/2026

🌟 Ngā Huarahi Mahi Rangatahi – South Taranaki Careers Expo 🌟

Kei te tata mai! Our South Taranaki Careers Expo is right around the corner, and we couldn’t be more excited.

If you're considering future careers, come along, discover opportunities, and be inspired about your future mahi. Whether you're dreaming big, unsure where to start, or simply curious this day is for you.

📅 Tuesday 31st March
📍 TSB Hub, Hāwera
⏰ 10am – 2pm

Bring your pātai, hoa ako, and enthusiasm. We’re looking forward to connecting kanohi ki te kanohi with you all.

Mā te mahitahi, ka ea ngā kaupapa.
Through collaboration, goals are achieved.

Ngā Huarahi Mahi Rangatahi – Careers Expo!He kaupapa nui tēnei! We’re proud to host our very first Ngā Huarahi Mahi Rang...
19/03/2026

Ngā Huarahi Mahi Rangatahi – Careers Expo!
He kaupapa nui tēnei! We’re proud to host our very first Ngā Huarahi Mahi Rangatahi, Careers Expo a space created especially for our taiohi of South Taranaki to explore future pathways, be inspired, and connect with local professionals.

📍 TSB Hub, Hāwera
📅 Tuesday, 31 March
⏰ 10:00am – 2:00pm

Taiohi will be attending with their kura. Come along and kōrero with local experts, hear their haerenga, and discover opportunities that might spark your own ambitions. Whether you're unsure about your next step or already dreaming big, there could be something here for you.

PLUS! Everyone who attends can go in the draw to win awesome spot prizes, including 3x JBL Speakers!

“Ko te manu e kai ana i te miro, nōna te ngahere. Ko te manu e kai ana i te mātauranga, nōna te ao.”
The bird that consumes the miro berry owns the forest. The bird that consumes knowledge owns the world.

Let this be a day to feed your curiosity, grow your dreams, and explore ngā huarahi mahi that could shape your future.

🎉Rapuara Hauora workshop 1 - that's a wrap!Today we hosted our final Rapuara Hauora workshop 1 at Taranaki Base Hospital...
18/03/2026

🎉Rapuara Hauora workshop 1 - that's a wrap!

Today we hosted our final Rapuara Hauora workshop 1 at Taranaki Base Hospital in collaboration with Health NZ - Taranaki!

We were lucky to have 43 taiohi from New Plymouth Girls' High School attend our workshop. We had such a fun filled day with heaps of hands on action and meaningful kōrero from inspiring hauora professionals! Ellie (Theatre Nurse), Heidi (Nurse Educator), Dylan (Doctor) and Pam (MedLab).

Ngā mihi nui to you all for dedicating your time to uplift and inspire our taiohi!!

We asked our taiohi "What is one thing you have learned from these Rapuara Hauora workshops?" read some of their responses below.

"Blood transfusions and molecular in the lab."

"Give medicine a go and follow my dreams"

"There are many health careers that you can choose from"

Next event coming up - keep an eye out on our socials for our first Ngā Huarahi Mahi Rangatahi (Careers Expo) of 2026 set to take place on 31st March for our year 11-13 Taiohi located at the TSB Hub in Hāwera.

🎉Rapuara Hauora - Te rā tuawhā!Today we held another successful Rapuara Hauora workshop at Taranaki Base Hospital in col...
17/03/2026

🎉Rapuara Hauora - Te rā tuawhā!

Today we held another successful Rapuara Hauora workshop at Taranaki Base Hospital in collaboration with Health NZ - Taranaki!

Our workshop was attended by 39 taiohi from New Plymouth Boys High School. The day was packed with hands on activities and inspiring kōrero from amazing hauora professionals! Ellie (Theatre Nurse), Jordan, Jessie and Anabelle (Oral Health), and Pam (MedLab).

"It was good to have an insight on what they do day to day, I learnt how to put a filling in and an overview of what it's like to be a Dentist. Now I'm not as scared to get onto the chair for my dental appointments" Y13 NPBHS

Ngā mihi nui to you all for giving up time in your busy day to share your knowledge, inspire our taiohi, while make learning fun through interactive activities.

Tomorrow our last kura will come through the doors, we look forward to seeing you NPGHS 🌿✨

Today we wrapped up our final Rapuara Hauora workshop for the week, and what a mīharo way to finish!Ngā mihi nui ki a Fr...
12/03/2026

Today we wrapped up our final Rapuara Hauora workshop for the week, and what a mīharo way to finish!

Ngā mihi nui ki a Francis Douglas Memorial College for joining us today. We dove into some hands‑on, hauora‑filled activities with Anesthetic Technician Kate Belfield, who shared her mātauranga and skills with our taiohi.

We also had an awesome Q&A session with one of Why Ora’s very own - Dr Kenny Hau, who brought the wairua, inspiration, and real‑world insights, and what it’s like to be a Medical Doctor on the floor.

He rawe te rā! We’re already looking forward to continuing our wānanga next week. Mauri tū, mauri ora!

Today we wrapped up our second Rapuara Hauora workshop, he mīharo rawa atu i tēnei rā!We were stoked to be joined by Ing...
11/03/2026

Today we wrapped up our second Rapuara Hauora workshop, he mīharo rawa atu i tēnei rā!

We were stoked to be joined by Inglewood High School and Te Pi’ipi’inga Kakano Mai i Rangiatea Kura Kaupapa Māori.

Our rōpū got an insider look into the Pharmacy Department, diving into their mahi and what happens behind the scenes. We also rolled up our sleeves for some hands‑on activities with a Child Nurse Practitioner ka rawe hoki!

We’re buzzing from today and can’t wait to carry that momentum into tomorrow’s workshops.

Kia kaha, kia manawanui

Our last Rapuara Hauora Workshop for March is on Wednesday 18th March at Te Whatu Ora Taranaki and we will be joined by ...
10/03/2026

Our last Rapuara Hauora Workshop for March is on Wednesday 18th March at Te Whatu Ora Taranaki and we will be joined by New Plymouth Girls High School!

We will have some amazing health professionals joining us on the day. Have you checked to see if you are coming along to our workshops?

Contact your Why Ora Kaiārahi Why Ora coordinator if you're not yet registered to attend.

Check out our socials on the day for photos of our workshop! ✨

🎉 Rapuara Hauora - Te Rā Tuatahi done and dusted!What an awesome day at Taranaki Base Hospital. We were joined by studen...
10/03/2026

🎉 Rapuara Hauora - Te Rā Tuatahi done and dusted!

What an awesome day at Taranaki Base Hospital. We were joined by students from Spotswood College, Sacred Heart Girls’ High School, and Whaimana Ako (Teen Parent Unit).

Today's highlights included Kat giving us a tour of the blood lab and meeting Mike Packman, ED Nurse, who gave us a great insight into nursing mahi plus a quick behind‑the‑scenes look at the Emergency Department!

Can’t wait to see what tomorrow brings! 🌿✨

Shout out to the incredible health professionals who are taking the time to present and share their knowledge with our t...
09/03/2026

Shout out to the incredible health professionals who are taking the time to present and share their knowledge with our taiohi over the next couple weeks during Rapuara Hauora.

Your mahi is so important, not only in the work you do every day in our hapori, but in the way you will be able to help our taiohi better understand hauora pathways available to them!

Meet Annabelle Bradley and Jessica Workman, Oral Health Therapists, who love supporting whānau and tamariki to build healthy habits and feel good about their smiles.

We are looking forward to be joined by New Plymouth Boys High School on Tuesday 17th March at Te Whatu Ora Taranaki for ...
09/03/2026

We are looking forward to be joined by New Plymouth Boys High School on Tuesday 17th March at Te Whatu Ora Taranaki for our Rapuara Hauora workshops.

Have you checked to see if you are coming along to our workshops?

Contact your Why Ora Kaiārahi Why Ora coordinator if you're not yet registered to attend.

We will have photos going out on our page of the day! Check them out on the day! ✨

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