About

Taiao. Whānau. Tuku Iho.

Mahaanui is for Intergenerational Impact

 

Mahaanui works to strengthen the relationship between people and place.

We give practical effect to Te Tiriti o Waitangi through services that support mana whenua authority and meaningful participation in decisions about the environment.

 

Our team delivers kaupapa Māori environmental and advisory expertise for and on behalf of Papatipu Rūnanga and iwi across Te Waipounamu and Wharekauri. We connect knowledge, values, and evidence to create solutions that improve the wellbeing of our taiao and our communities.

We are guided by our

Strategic Pou.

These pillars reflect the way we bring Taiao (whenua, wai, moana), Whānau (whakapapa, hapori) and Tuku iho (generations, future-mindset) together:

Kurataiao

Environmental Leadership

Championing mana whenua leadership in kaupapa Māori planning, policy, and regeneration to restore

and protect the lands, waters, and biodiversity of our takiwā.

Kurawhānau

Thriving Whānau, Thriving Communities

Uplifting whānau & community strength through kaupapa Māori services and place-based solutions that nurture connection, belonging, & collective care.

Kurapounamu

Intergenerational Prosperity & Innovation

Unlocking hapū-led innovation, research, and investment to grow enduring prosperity, build capability across hapū, and shape thriving futures.

Our

Manawa Values

Manawa Tītī Be Bold


We lead with courage, creativity, and conviction.


Manawa Pono Trusted and Trusting


We act with integrity, clarity, and respect.


Manawa Tapatahi Moving Together


We move as one, grounded in shared purpose and whanaungatanga.

Our

Commitment

Mahaanui stands for intergenerational impact.

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Taiao. 

Whānau. 

Tuku Iho.