Te Tiratū at the table of Rangitāmiro operating from Tūwharetoa to Te Tai Tokerau
Photo: Te Tiratū Tumu Whakarae, Brandi Hudson with Te Tiratū and Rangitāmiro Board member, Dr Mataroria Lyndon
Rangitāmiro is now fully operational, prepared to serve whānau across the largest region of all four new Whānau Ora Commissioning Agencies — stretching from the Far North to Tūwharetoa. This readiness is no accident. It reflects months of deliberate and intensive engagement, with more than 300 hui held with whānau and providers throughout Te Tai Tokerau, Tāmaki Makaurau, Waikato, Hauraki, and Tūwharetoa.
These conversations have shaped our approach and ensured that those already receiving Whānau Ora support will experience continuity, not disruption, during this transition.
Among those helping to lead this kaupapa is Dr Mataroria Lyndon (Ngāti Hine, Ngāti Wai, Ngāti Whātua, and Waikato) — a board member of both Te Tiratū Iwi Māori Partnership Board and Rangitāmiro. With deep whakapapa ties across the region and a lifetime of service to whānau health and Māori-led systems change, Dr Lyndon is confident that Rangitāmiro will continue to uplift whānau across Aotearoa.
From today, 301 Whānau Ora Navigators are on the ground through Rangitāmiro providers — reaching 100% of Rangitāmiro’s contracted target with Te Puni Kōkiri. This includes a net increase of 120 new kaimahi to meet the deep need across our rohe. These roles are not just numbers — they are trusted relationships, born from community, delivering support that reflects the real lives and aspirations of our whānau.
The Rangitāmiro commissioning model has also evolved. More pūtea will reach communities, where it is most needed. A stronger data system will help Rangitāmiro see what’s working, for whom, and why — improving outcomes and accountability. Direct relationships with providers will ensure transparency, responsiveness, and impact.
What remains unchanged is the unwavering focus of Rangitāmiro: whānau.
Whānau wellbeing. Whānau dreams. Whānau tino rangatiratanga.
A new dawn for whānau ora: Te Tiratū at the launch of Rangitāmiro
Photo: The late Kahurangi Tariana Turia and the mauri stone of Rangitāmiro
Early this morning, as the sun rose over Tāmaki, we gathered in karakia to mark the beginning of a powerful new chapter for Whānau Ora — Day One of Rangitāmiro, our new Whānau Ora Commissioning Agency for Te Tai Tokerau, Tāmaki Makaurau, Waikato, Hauraki and Tuwharetoa.
We carry forward the legacy of our beloved Kahurangi Dame Tariana Turia — with aroha, unity, and fierce determination. Her vision, rooted in manaakitanga, whanaungatanga, and tino rangatiratanga, continues to guide our mahi today. Whānau Ora is not just a policy; it’s a movement that centres whānau as the leaders and decision-makers of their own futures.
Rangitāmiro brings together the strength and vision of Te Tiratū Iwi Māori Partnership Board, Ngaa Pou Hauora oo Taamaki Makaurau, and the National Hauora Coalition (NHC). Together, we are focused on what matters most — the wellbeing and mana motuhake of our whānau.
Already operational, Rangitāmiro has contracted 301 kaimahi, including 120 new roles, to meet the growing needs of our region — from Tuwharetoa to the Far North. It holds the largest population of all four Commissioning Agencies and is committed to delivering services that support whānau across hauora, housing, kai security, oranga hinengaro, rongoā, financial wellbeing and more.
As a founding partner of Rangitāmiro, Te Tiratū stands proudly in our responsibility and honour to uphold Dame Tariana’s legacy. We were humbled to stand in karakia, to acknowledge our tūpuna, and to commit ourselves to this kaupapa once more — for our tamariki, our mokopuna, and all the generations to come.
“I mihi to all of the new commissioning agencies who put their hands up to continue this extraordinary mahi delivering Whānau Ora support. It’s evident that, despite it being our first day, it’s not our first experience with this kaupapa. We’ve been working with whānau for decades, and we’re resolute in taking those values, alongside the powerful legacy of Dame Tariana, forward into the future for our respective regions. Dame Tariana had always spoken of the importance of mahitahi, whanaungatanga, and manaakitanga for Whānau Ora,” Dr Mataroria Lyndon, Board member of both Te Tiratū Iwi Māori Partnership Board and Rangitāmiro.
Mā te huruhuru, ka rere te manu — with the right support, our people will soar.
Day one, same kaupapa: whānau ora thrives through Rangitāmiro
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The legacy of Dame Tariana Turia will continue to thrive under the new Whānau Ora Commissioning Agency, Rangitāmiro, for Te Tai Tokerau, Tāmaki Makaurau, Waikato, Hauraki and Tuwharetoa from today.
Rangitāmiro is a consortium of Te Tiratū Iwi Māori Partnership Board, National Hauora Coalition (NHC), and Ngaa Pou Hauora oo Taamaki Makaurau (Ngaa Pou Hauora).
Rangitāmiro Board Chair Eru Lyndon acknowledged the substantial responsibility of continuing Whānau Ora.
“The late Dame Tariana Turia led the remarkable legacy of Whānau Ora that encompasses the crucial journey of growing whānau capacity capability and independence. Dame Tariana was steadfastly focused on empowering whānau to reclaim authority of their situation, to determine the solutions that impact them and the generations to come. Starting today and continuing, Rangitāmiro is committed to Dame Tariana’s vision with heightened concentration and unwavering dedication to whānau.”
Rangitāmiro has the largest population of the four new commissioning agencies and board member Dr Rachel Brown said they’re operational.
“We’re building on the success of Whānau Ora commissioning agencies and the great work
that’s been done. They’ve benefited whānau – they’ve benefited my own whānau. The project team have been working tirelessly over the past few months on the transitional process with existing and new partners. We have contracted 301 new full time employees, an increase of 120 kaimahi allowing us to reach even more whānau than before with minimal disruption to meet the deep need from Tuwharetoa to the Far North. These are staggering results in a very constrained timeframe that shows our dedication to the kaupapa and allegiance to Whānau Ora.”
Board member Dr Mataroria Lyndon, who is also a Board member of Te Tiratū brings a wealth of knowledge to the Rangitāmiro board and he is confident the new commissioning agencies will help improve whānau outcomes across Aotearoa.
“I mihi to all of the new commissioning agencies who put their hands up to continue this extraordinary mahi delivering Whānau Ora support. It’s evident that, despite it being our first day, it’s not our first experience with this kaupapa. We’ve been working with whānau for decades, and we’re resolute in taking those values, alongside the powerful legacy of Dame Tariana, forward into the future for our respective regions. Dame Tariana had always spoken of the importance of mahitahi, whanaungatanga, and manaakitanga for Whānau Ora.”
Whānau Ora launches new agency with fresh leadership
Rangitāmiro, the Whānau Ora Commissioning Agency, has announced its inaugural board of directors and the appointment of its first chair. The collaborative includes Te Tiratū Iwi Māori Partnership Board with the National Hauora Coalition, and Ngaa Pou Hauora o Tāmaki Makaurau Iwi Māori Partnership Board.
Eru Lyndon (Ngāpuhi, Ngāti Hine, Ngāti Kahu, Ngāti Wai, Ngāti Whātua and Ngāti Toa) has been named chair of the board. Lyndon brings extensive governance experience, including being chair of Waitangi Limited and having board roles with the National Hauora Coalition, The Selwyn Foundation, and the University of Auckland Business School.
The appointed board members are:
- Dr Mataroria Lyndon (Ngāti Hine, Ngāti Wai, Ngāti Whātua, Waikato), member of Te Tiratū Iwi Māori Partnership Board
- Dr Rachel Brown (Te Ātiawa ki Wharekauri, Kāi Tahu), CEO of the National Hauora Coalition
- Shelley Katae (Te Rarawa, Ngāti Porou), Chief Executive of Tāmaki Regeneration
- Karen Wilson (Te Ākitai Waiohua, Ngāti Te Ata, Ngāti Pikiao), Chair of Te Ākitai Waiohua Settlement Trust
Rangitāmiro is part of a new commissioning model, Whānau Ora 2.0, which will be rolled out across four regions:
- Region 1: Rangitāmiro – Taupō to Northland
- Region 2: Te Rūnanga o Toa Rangatira – Wellington to Waiariki
- Region 3: Te Tauraki – Te Waipounamu/Rakiura, Wharekauri
- Region 4: The Cause Collective – Pasifika families nationwide
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Dr Mataroria Lyndon, member of Te Tiratū Iwi Māori Partnership Board
Rangitāmiro leads the way – First Commissioning Agency to complete Whānau Ora procurement process
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21 May 2025, 6:00 PM
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Rangitāmiro is proud to announce that it has successfully completed its inaugural Whānau Ora procurement process and today formally notified successful providers across Region One. This is a significant milestone and reaffirms a commitment held by Rangitāmiro to honour the whakapapa of whānau ora through strengthening service networks, regional capability, reach and service coverage, ensuring and enabling whānau wellbeing.
A comprehensive and values-led procurement process that interim Rangitāmiro Chair, Dr Rachel Brown knows will shape the future of Whānau Ora delivery.
“We are honoured to be able to give providers and communities across Aotearoa confidence in the continuation of Whānau Ora services with minimal disruption, whilst ensuring growth in capacity means service reach and coverage will increase allowing more whānau to access the services they need.
Key achievements from this process include:
• Guaranteed continuity of services for whānau from 1 July 2025, with proactive steps to minimise transition disruption
• An increase in frontline Kaiwhiriwhiri Whānau FTE, supporting a stronger navigation workforce across all regions
• Expanded reach into isolated and rural communities, enabling better access to culturally anchored, whānau-centric support
• The onboarding of new providers, bringing fresh innovation, insight, and presence in areas where service gaps previously existed
Dr Brown acknowledges the tenacity of providers and whānau in the short timeframe.
“Today’s announcement signals the next chapter in our partnership with whānau and reinforces our long-term commitment to the transformation and future of Whānau Ora. Our kaupapa is grounded in empowering whānau, driving better outcomes, and expanding service reach to underserved and high-need communities.”
Rangitāmiro is a collaborative entity comprised of Te Tiratū Iwi Māori Partnership Board, the National Hauora Coalition, and Ngaa Pou Hauora oo Taamaki Makaurau Iwi Maaori Partnership Board.
Whānau Ora 2.0 rolls out in July
Rangitāmiro is a collaborative including Te Tiratū Iwi Māori Partnership Board with the National Hauora Coalition, and Ngaa Pou Hauora o Tāmaki Makaurau Iwi Māori Partnership Board. As the new Whānau Ora commissioning agency for the upper North Island, Rangitāmiro carries significant potential to address the longstanding crisis of health inequities for Māori.
Ngaa Pou Hauora o Tāmaki Makaurau Iwi Māori Partnership Board has launched its Community Health Plan aimed at tackling deep-rooted health inequities for whānau. With Te Tiratū Iwi Māori Partnership Board in the newly formed Rangitāmiro Whānau Ora commissioning agency, the boards have significant influence to lead meaningful change across the upper North Island.
Ngaa Pou Hauora o Tāmaki Makaurau Iwi Māori Partnership Board Chief Executive Simon Royal says Whānau Ora 2.0 will be ready to launch in July, promising a whānau-led, patient-focused approach that reflects the real needs of Māori communities — from overcoming system failures to addressing cultural gaps in service delivery.
Rangitāmiro Whānau Ora transition pānui
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Tuesday 24 March 2025, 6:00 PM
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Ko te aroha te taukaea rangitāmiro i a tātou ki a tātou.
Love and care is the thread that binds us all together.
Kia whakarongo ake au ki te tangi a te manu nei, tui, tui, tui tuia.
Tuia te herenga tangata, ka rongo te pō, ka rongo te ao.
Tuia te muka tangata i takea mai i Hawaiki, i te Hono-i-wairua, ki te whai ao ki te mārama.
E kore te puna aroha e mimiti ki te hunga nā rātou i toro i te nukuroa o te puna hauora i ngā tau kua hori. E kore e mōnehunehu te pūmahara ki tō koutou mana nui, tapu nui, mana tiketike. Kei tua o te moana uriuri ko te awatea e whiti mai ana, e ao ko te rangitāmirotanga o ngā tātai hikohiko, e ao ko te rangtiāmirotanga o ngā tātai whakapapa, mā te rangitāmiro i te muka tangata e torokaha ake ai!
‘Rangitāmiro’ is the twisting together of threads and fibres into one strong rope so that it becomes unbreakable. It metaphorically depicts the binding of lineage, the binding of love, the binding of thoughts and the binding of people.
Rangitāmiro is honoured to build on the strong foundations of the Whānau Ora commissioning collective who came before us and to look forward to working alongside you to continue the mahi of this important kaupapa.
Rangitāmiro is a collaborative made up of National Hauora Coalition, Ngaa Pou Hauora oo Taamaki Makaurau Iwi Maaori Partnership Board and Te Tiratū Iwi Māori Partnership Board.
By intertwining the fibres of our people together, we are strengthened. Rangitāmiro is privileged to have the opportunity to embody these words of our tūpuna and strive forward with the ancient knowledge that there is no mana greater than the mana of looking after others – manaaki tangata.
As we prepare for this transition, our priority is to engage with you as a Whānau Ora provider to plan for the future of Whānau Ora together, to provide assurance, and continued support for whānau with the utmost integrity.
Rangitāmiro invites you to connect with us in the way that suits you best, either via email, ā-kōrero with our team, or at an online collective provider hui.
Please reply to rangitamiro@nhc.maori.nz with your preferred method of engagement by Friday 28th March, 3:00 pm so we can begin this transition together and answer any questions you may have. If you do not wish to engage with us, please also let us know.
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Hei konā mai i roto i ngā mihi
Rangitāmiro selected as preferred candidate for Whānau Ora commissioning across region 1
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National Hauora Coalition, Ngaa Pou Hauora oo Taamaki Makaurau Iwi Maaori Partnership Board and Te Tiratū Iwi Māori Partnership Board are proud to come together under the collaborative entity, Rangitāmiro as the preferred candidate for commissioning Whānau Ora region 1 across Te Tai Tokerau (Northland), Tāmaki Makaurau (Auckland), and Waikato.
The vision set by Kahurangi (Dame) Tariana Turia echoes through our present and future aspirations for Whānau Ora, and we feel immensely privileged to carry out this kaupapa that contributes to fulfilling her legacy, backed by the recognition and confidence of Te Puni Kōkiri (TPK).
Rangitāmiro is honoured to have the opportunity to build on the strong foundations of the Whānau Ora commissioning collective who came before us and to continue the mahi of this important kaupapa alongside current and new providers.
As we embark on this haerenga, our collective expertise, knowledge, and reach in delivering equitable outcomes for our people will ensure that we uphold the aspirations of Whānau Ora for generations to come.
Rangitāmiro is firmly committed to realising the Whānau Ora vision of whānau achieving self-determined success.
As we enter the fi nal phase of the procurement process, we look forward to partnering with TPK to prepare for the commencement of commissioning services from 1 July 2025.
Once the contract is finalised, we will be in touch with providers. Our focus is on working with those who are in and closest to whānau—including iwi, community providers, and whānau—to help build and strengthen the Whānau Ora work already being undertaken and ensure whānau and hapori continue to be at the centre of this transition.
Please direct any media enquiries to: contact@rangitaamiro.nz.