
Submission: Regulatory Standards Bill
Te Hapori Matihiko opposes the Regulatory Standards Bill (the Bill) because it is dangerous, misleading and threatens the future of Aotearoa New Zealand. This Bill threatens the foundations of our work in its attack on equity, Te Tiriti o Waitangi, truth and democratic accountability – all crucial to our collective efforts to create a thriving Aotearoa. 22 June 2025 Finance and Expenditure Committee Parliament Buildings, Wellington Tēnā koutou, Te Hapori Matihiko opposes the Regulatory Standards Bill (the Bill) because it is dangerous, misleading and threatens the future of Aotearoa New Zealand. The Select Committee must recommend the immediate rejection of the Bill. Te Hapori Matihiko serves Māori and their whānau in the digital, innovation and technology sectors and

Ngā Tohu Matihiko 2025 Celebrates Māori Excellence in Digital and Tech
Te Hapori Matihiko is proud to announce the winners of Ngā Tohu Matihiko 2025, honouring the leaders, creators and disruptors
Mātauranga session 16: Music Tech
In our recent Mātauranga session, we explored the intersection of music and technology with two accomplished artists: Huia Hamon
Your Chance to attend Payments NZ conference: The Point 2024
Payments NZ’s Chief Strategy & Innovation Officer Jane Retimana has generously offered three tickets (value up to$1800) for our hapori

Meet the Hapori: Shairae Taepa
We spent some time at mahi with Shairae Taepa (Ngāti Whakaue, Te Ati Awa, Ngāti Kahungunu ki Wairarapa, Ngai Tūhoe,
Mātauranga Session 15: Our Journey Home
Mātauranga Session 15: Our Journey Home – Bringing Modern Tech Back to our Tupuna Whenua In our recent Mātauranga

Mātauranga Session 14: Tikanga Māori ki te ao Matihiko
During our recent Mātauranga session, “Tikanga Māori ki te ao Matihiko,” we delved into Te Tumu Paeroa’s partnership

Ngā Tohu Matihiko 2024 – Winners Announced
About the Matihiko Awards: The Matihiko Awards, organised by Te Hapori Matihiko, celebrate Māori excellence in the digital and tech sector. These awards honour individuals and businesses who have made significant contributions to the industry, showcasing innovation, leadership and enterprise. The Matihiko Awards aim to inspire and encourage Māori participation and advancement in the digital and tech sector. The awards ceremony will take place on July 7, 2023, at the Te Rauparaha Arena in Porirua

Ngā Tohu Matihiko – Whakaahua
Thanks to our friends at Smoke Photography, we captured some beautiful images from the evening.

Finalists Announced for Inaugural Matihiko 2023 Awards Celebrating Māori Excellence in Digital and Tech
About the Matihiko Awards: The Matihiko Awards, organised by Te Hapori Matihiko, celebrate Māori excellence in the digital and tech sector. These awards honour individuals and businesses who have made significant contributions to the industry, showcasing innovation, leadership and enterprise. The Matihiko Awards aim to inspire and encourage Māori participation and advancement in the digital and tech sector. The awards ceremony will take place on July 7, 2023, at the Te Rauparaha Arena in Porirua

Elle Archer Leads Way for Māori Achievement in DigiTech Industries
Last month, our Te Ao Matihiko Executive Chair, Elle Archer, was honoured with the Inspiring Individual Award at the annual