Waimakariri Solutions

15/04/2026

𝗣𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁: 𝗪𝗛𝗔𝗡𝗔𝗨𝗡𝗚𝗔𝗧𝗔𝗡𝗚𝗔 – 𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗥𝗲𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽𝘀

The conference programme opens with a powerful focus on whanaungatanga — the relationships that sit at the heart of meaningful, equitable cancer outcomes.

This plenary will feature Professor Jacquie Kidd and Professor Sir Colin Tukuitonga, followed by an international Partnerships Panel including:

🌿 Dr Rodney Haring (USA)
🌿 Professor Tom Calma (AUS)
🌿 Talia P. & Lea Bill (CAN)
🌿 Te Miri Rangi & Anna-marie Ruhe (NZ)

Together, they will explore how strong relationships, whānau voice, and shared values shape Indigenous-led research, advocacy, and system change.

More plenary highlights will be shared in the lead-up to the conference.

14/04/2026

Expressions of interest are open for a Trustee role with the Waitangi National Trust Board.

We invite members of the Pōmare whānau with governance capability and understanding of tikanga Māori and Te Tiriti o Waitangi to apply.

Be part of the stewardship of the Waitangi Treaty Grounds.

Expressions of interest close: 6 May 2026.

Find out more and apply here: https://nz.seek.com/job/91407361?tracking=SHR-IOS-SharedJob-anz-2

13/04/2026

Miharo check kaimahi in Otautahi

A waka ama-inspired team challenge bringing together hauora and wellbeing workers across Waitaha for connection, movement, and a little healthy competition.

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12/04/2026

Wellness and nervous system regulation can absolutely be fancy— biohacking gadgets like vagal nerve stimulators, peptides, supplements.

And hey, I love them too; I’ve seen them work wonders for people chasing peak performance.

But the truth is, I recommend these free nervous system regulators to my telehealth patients just as often—like solid sleep routines, gentle walks in nature, or even breathing through a tough day without spiraling.

Those aren’t glamorous, but they’re essential game-changers for keeping your nervous system regulated and calm.

Sometimes, chasing the perfect protocol or the next thing to buy or consume or try means missing out on just being consistent with the simple stuff that’s already right there. Consistency is the ultimate biohack.

09/04/2026

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08/04/2026

Check it out whānau

Nau mai haere mai e te whānau,

Join us this Easter at Travis Wetland for our Whānau Hikoi as part of the Christchurch Walking Festival.

Come walk with us through Ōruapaeroa, hear kōrero about the wetlands and what this place means for mana whenua, and share in a BBQ and Easter egg hunt for the tamariki after. The walk is 3.4km return, easy going and suitable for all ages and abilities.

Register via the link below and then meet us at the Information Kiosk on Sunday 19th April at 11am. Bring the whānau, bring the tamariki, all are welcome.

Click here to register: https://events.humanitix.com/ccc-walking-festival-or-travis-wetland-whanau-hikoi-2026

07/04/2026

Mauri Ora e hoa x

There are moments in the life of a kaupapa where intention becomes reality. Our recent staff recruitment wānanga was one of those moments.

After receiving more than 300 staff applications from across Aotearoa, we moved into a final stage alongside Niche Recruitment, led by Moana Jane Temel of Ngāruahine, Ngāti Ruanui and Te Whānau ā Apanui. From this process, twenty candidates were invited into wānanga. During the wānanga, we stepped beyond CVs and into lived experience. Through whakawhanaungatanga, shared kōrero, practical engagement, and collective reflection, each person revealed who they were when placed inside the kaupapa itself. We were looking for those who could carry the mauri of this kaupapa, those who could hold connection without control, bring restoration without ego, teach without diminishing, and contribute to something greater than themselves.

Selecting the final group was one of the hardest processes we’ve been through. The depth of those who stood in that space made it clear that
Aotearoa holds immense capability. But clarity emerged, and from that clarity, a formation was chosen.

- Jai Te Ahunga, Programme Manager

Read more in our latest newsletter here:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ni8cPjmuroxWwI4pbmnt_fWM-l5lzdj9/view