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Is he satisfied that the loss of Māori capability roles at Te Puni Kōkiri — roles specifically designed to strengthen te reo Māori and tikanga Māori competency among staff — will not compromise the ministry's ability to engage effectively with te ao Māori?

Answered Question 13921 (2026)
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Willie Jackson

List MP · Labour Party

Question

  • Is he satisfied that the loss of Māori capability roles at Te Puni Kōkiri — roles specifically designed to strengthen te reo Māori and tikanga Māori competency among staff — will not compromise the ministry's ability to engage effectively with te ao Māori?

Answered by

Hon Tama Potaka

Member for Hamilton West · National Party · Minister for Māori Development

Answer

I am advised by Te Puni Kōkiri that final decisions are yet to be made on the current change proposal.