Tapuwae Roa

Rawiri (Ngāti Raukawa, Ngāti Toarangatira, Ngāti Whakaue) is Chair of Te Wai Māori Trust and holds the role of Pou Toa Matarau at Te Runanga o Toa Rangatira.

Rawiri has expertise in environmental governance and also a wealth of knowledge in the interface between central/local government and iwi Māori.

In his current role, he is responsible for ensuring that the iwi's cultural, environmental, and reo aspirations are enabled through strong strategic partnerships. Rawiri has served in governance roles across Crown entities, volunteer and local government sectors.

It is a pleasure to welcome Rawiri to our lineup for Amorangi 2026. 💙

Don't miss out, secure your tix today!

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Introducing another of our current Tupu Accelerator cohort, DairyTech Solutions.

Founded by Tawa Holyoake, DairyTech builds farm technology that converts dairy waste into a valuable, feed-grade powder product.

The technology provides dairy farmers with a portable method of cutting down on waste and aiding compliance with local government.

"Every day, New Zealand dairy farmers pour millions of litres of waste milk down the drain. It is an environmental liability, a regulatory risk, and a direct financial loss," says founder Tawa Holyoake.

"The AXIS disc-stack drying system processes waste milk directly on-farm into a dry, stable, feed-grade powder. It is portable, trailer-mounted, and operable by a single person with minimal training. No contractors. No waste," says Tawa.

Keen to hear from more Māori innovators like DairyTech Solutions? Join us on 2 July for the Tupu Accelerator Showcase 2026!

🎟️ Tickets from $180+GST on sale now — secure your spot and be part of shaping the future Māori economy!

🔗 https://tupu.org.nz/showcase/

Erin Roxburgh (Ngāti Porou) is a Māori governance practitioner, researcher, educator, and advocate working at the intersection of sport, leadership, and equity.

She is Deputy Chair of Women in Sport Aotearoa and holds governance roles across community and national organisations, where she is known for bringing values, care, and challenge into decision-making spaces.

Erin is also a lecturer in sport management and governance and recently completed her PhD examining how tikanga is enacted in Māori governance hui, with a particular focus on decision-making and leadership at the board table.

Alongside her academic and governance work, Erin is an active advocate for gender equity and inclusive leadership, with experience contributing to international forums including the United Nations and APEC.

She is a deeply passionate human who cares about people, relationships, and the worlds our decisions create — and she brings that care with her wherever she sits at the table.

We are excited to welcome Erin to our Amorangi 2026 lineup. 🧡

Don't miss out, secure your tix today!

🎟️ Limited second-release tix CLOSE TODAY only $219 incl. GST
💻 Online livestream tickets still only $69 incl. GST

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Introducing another of our current Tupu Accelerator cohort, PetUltra.

Co-founded by Manu Weepu (Ngāi Tahu) and Sam Scott (Ngāti Wai), PetUltra are redefining pet nutrition through foods designed to enhance pet health and longevity by replicating humanized nutrition.

"Mass-produced pet food often lacks essential amino acids, fatty acids, clean carbohydrates, vitamins, minerals, and key functional ingredients necessary for maintaining optimal health and well-being," says co-founder Sam Scott.

"PetUltra delivers premium, science-backed nutrition that avoids fillers, preservatives, and low-grade ingredients—enhancing bioavailability and supporting long-term pet health and wellness," says Sam.

🎟️ Earlybird tickets from $150+GST close TOMORROW! Secure your spot and be part of shaping the future Māori economy!

🔗 https://tupu.org.nz/showcase/

Introducing another of our current Tupu Accelerator cohort, Tīrama Vital Limited.

Founded by Bernece Maude (Ngāti Maniapoto), Tīrama Vital Limited is a Māori-led functional food company developing innovative products using Aotearoa-sourced bioactives (from land, sea, and native Māori botanicals).

"Health-conscious consumers struggle to turn wellness intentions into daily habits, not from lack of motivation, but because existing formats create friction," says founder Bernece Maude.

"Tīrama Vital replaces the chore with something you actually want to take. Our premium functional jelly stick range delivers meaningful doses of Aotearoa-sourced bio-actives and Māori botanicals in a portable, great-tasting, on-the-go format — no swallowing, no mixing, no compromise," says Bernece.

Keen to hear from more Māori innovators like Tīrama Vital Limited? Join us on 2 July for the Tupu Accelerator Showcase 2026!

🎟️ Earlybird tickets from $150+GST close this Friday! Secure your spot and be part of shaping the future Māori economy!

🔗 https://tupu.org.nz/showcase/