Mahara Okeroa 

Southland Times Column - From the Beehive No one will be left behind

30.07.2008

Our kaumatua and kui hold a special place amongst our communities. You don’t have to look far to see the invaluable work our old people do for volunteer groups and community organisations. I see it all the time when I’m around Te Tai Tonga

Our kaumatua and kui hold a special place amongst our communities. You don't have to look far to see the invaluable work our old people do for volunteer groups and community organisations. I see it all the time when I'm around Te Tai Tonga.

We have made the changes necessary to ensure that...  more +

MSD Southern Plan Launched

11.07.2008

By putting children, young people, families and communities at the centre of all we do we will always strive to help New Zealanders live better lives

"In the last 12 months, the Southern Region has been successful in meeting many of its unique challenges. For example the establishment of a Youth Transition Steering Group which improves collaboration between government agencies in the Region has resulted in more young people moving seamlessly f...  more +

Working in partnership a key focus for Social Development Regional Plan

04.07.2008

Strong partnerships and addressing seasonal labour shortages are key priorities for the Ministry of Social Development.

Strong partnerships and addressing seasonal labour shortages are key priorities for the Ministry of Social Development said Associate Minister for Social Development Mahara Okeroa in launching the Ministry's 2008/09 Nelson, Marlborough and West Coast Regional Plan today. 

One of 11 pl...  more +

Speech for the Nga Maata Waka 21st Century Education Wananga

31.07.2008

Introduction

The heart of a nation is found in its people. 

In their dreams, in their passion, in the way they shape the futures they desire. 

This is especially true of Maori in Aotearoa. 

In the face of the...  more +