Te Arawa Arataua Summit

SAVE THE DATE | 3 – 4 September 2025 | Sir Howard Morrison Centre, Rotorua

Where Māori Land, Industry and Innovation Meet

Be part of shaping the future.

We are pleased to announce that Te Arawa Arataua will be hosting the upcoming Anamata Whenua Summit in September 2025 – a national two-day conference that brings together whenua Māori and iwi authorities, industry and government to tackle the critical issues facing Māori in the primary sector.

Organised to promote grass-roots participation, the event will be held in Rotorua and will blend keynote sessions, panels and case studies covering current issues such as climate change, trade and supply chains, collective strategy, and innovation.

Our vision is to chart a path forward—one grounded in kaupapa Māori, collaboration, and practical solutions. This summit is a rare opportunity for governors and management of whenua Māori and iwi authorities from around Aotearoa to come together and help shape a sustainable and prosperous future for Māori-led land enterprises.

More information including the programme, list of speakers and registration options will be released at the start of June 2025.

Save the Date – 3rd / 4th September 2025

Ticket Pricing Structure

We are offering a variety of ticket options, but availability is limited.

Secure your place today and be part of the premier event for Māori landowners.

  • Trailblazer Tickets open for one month only 9 May 2025 – 9 June 2025

    TAPS Member – Group of 5 - $XX.XX
    TAPS Member – Individual - $XX

    Non Member – Group of 5 - $XX
    Non Member – Individual - $XX

  • TAPS Member – Group of 5 - $XX.XX
    TAPS Member – Individual - $XX

    Non Member – Group of 5 - $XX
    Non Member – Individual - $XX

  • Individual - $XX

Voices Leading the Way | Our Speakers

And a line-up of exceptional thought leaders to be revealed soon!

Hon Todd McClay

Minister for Agriculture, Trade and Rural Communities, championing resilience and growth in Aotearoa’s primary industries.

Andrew Watene

Head of KPMG Propagate, leading transformational strategies for Māori agribusiness and the primary sector.

Aisha Ross

Founder of Taiao Capital, committed to connecting Māori investment with environmental impact and intergenerational wellbeing.

Richard Manning

(Kai Tahu)

Entrepreneur with extensive experience in marine functional products and international Asian relations.

Mayor Tania Tapsell

(Te Arawa and Ngāti Whakaue)

Mayor of Rotorua, a dynamic leader and advocate for strong, sustainable communities.   

Andy West

Respected agricultural scientist and former CEO of AgResearch and Lincoln University, championing innovation in science and land use.

Paul Morgan

(Ngāti Rārua, Te Māhurehure,
Te Atiawa Taranaki)

One of New Zealand’s most experienced exporters and business leaders, holding vast experience as an investor in bio-tech, horticulture and aquaculture.

Kiran Dayaram

Scientist with a passion for CO2 based technologies and their application to solve real world problems.

Dr Tanira Kingi

(Ngati Whakaue/Te Arawa)

Renowned researcher in Māori land use and sustainable systems, bridging science and mātauranga Māori.

Hilton Collier

(Ngāti Porou)

Māori agribusiness expert and former Chair of Ahumāta Ahuwhenua Trust, promoting whenua-based leadership.

Hayden Swann

(Ngāti Porou, Ngāti Konohi, Te Aitanga-a-Māhaki, Rongowhakaata, Ngāi Tai)

An experienced director with key agricultural governance roles, including directorships with Ngāti Porou Forest Limited, Whangara Farms, and the Poverty Bay Rugby Union, along with various iwi and community boards.

Summit programme

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Contact

Conference organiser: HPCE Aotearoa Ltd

Enquiries: registrations@hpce.co.nz
Phone: 027 606 12810