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Tiana Thompson-Ratahi standing proudly at her final school prize giving holding the Sophie Short Foundation Award with her mum and dad, Leanne and Erin Ratahi.

In this issue#

  • Remembering Matua Jarrad Porima
  • Huanui graduate earns global Cambridge honour
  • A life of service shaped by whānau
  • Ngarimu VC and 28th (Māori) Battalion Memorial Awards Ceremony
  • Scholarships, grants and other opportunities
  • Education sector updates, including update on charter schools and how to have your say on current consultations
  • Dates to mark on your calendar
  • Whānau wellbeing and support contacts list

Read Kia Manawaroa Issue 13: March 2026

About Kia Manawaroa#

Kia Manawaroa is the Ministry’s pānui for whānau Māori, keeping you updated on milestones, changes and opportunities in education. This e-newsletter goes out monthly during the term, and it’s free to subscribe.

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