Tuia Rangatahi leadership programme

The Tuia Rangatahi Leadership Programme, associated with the Mayor's Taskforce for Jobs, is an intentional, long-term, intergenerational approach to develop the leadership capacity of rangatahi Māori throughout New Zealand.

Tuia creates opportunities for rangatahi and local leaders to learn alongside one another. Through regular mentoring and national wānanga, participants build confidence, civic leadership skills and peer networks.

Click here to view the official Tuia Programme page on the MTFJ website.

2026 Tuia Rangatahi Leadership recipients announced!

Far North District Council is proud to announce its 2026 Tuia Rangatahi Leadership recipients, Elyse King (left) and Noah McBirney-Warnes (right).

The pair, who hail from the Hokianga and Te Hiku respectively, were chosen as the standout candidates in this year’s application process.

To read more about their story and their aspirations as part of this programme, read here.

Contact

If you have questions, contact the Office of the Mayor at mayor@fndc.govt.nz.