This Story of Hope highlights Rupene Omahuru’s journey of healing through Runaia, a kaupapa Māori initiative reconnecting whānau to whakapapa, taiao, and holistic wellbeing. His lived experience shows how culturally grounded approaches transform lives, strengthen whānau, and inspire leadership.

At Te Whare Piringa, whānau share powerful stories of hapūtanga, parenting, and support. These testimonies show how trust, tikanga, and connection are helping parents find confidence and reclaim their mana.

Toxic Stress Symposium #2 examined how toxic stress affects health and wellbeing, with Point Research, community, and kaimahi discussing collective actions to tackle root causes such as poverty, food insecurity, and family violence.

Through Rūnāia, whānau share powerful stories of overcoming addiction, mental health struggles, and disconnection. Their testimonies show how this kaupapa is helping people heal, reconnect with te ao Māori, and find pride and hope in their journeys.

Ra-wiri Kereti grew up in Taihape, and now she is raising her children in Whanganui, grounded in the strength of Māoritanga and whakapapa. She is a valued member of our team at Te Oranganui, embodying the true essence of Whānau Ora, that the whānau is at the heart of everything.

A special Māmā’s Day video honours māmā with heartfelt dedications from our kaimahi and community - a celebration of aroha and gratitude.

Te Oranganui kaimahi came together with Dr Veronica Tawhai at the Te Tiriti Symposium, sharing reflections on the deeper truths of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and how this knowledge strengthens cultural resilience today.