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EPANUI 24 AUGUST

Posted by moana on Aug 24, 2010 - 12:37 PM

Te Rünanga o Ötäkou (Inc)

E-PANUI 24th August 2010

Kia ora koutou

Runanga General meetings

Nau mai, haere mai nga uri o Otakou

To all Hapu members

Runanga meetings are held on the first Sunday of every month.
Next meeting Sunday, 5th September, 1pm

Preceded by Hakuiao Building Project Wanaka , 10am

As you will be aware we have been working towards building an extension of our wharekai, Hakuiao,
and we are now looking at how to move from the planning stages to the actual building.
However theres a lot to think about in getting the project off the ground –
funding of course is a major issue and a building committee is being formed to drive the project.

Come along and wanaka with us to get this project going!!

Please RSVP to the office by Thursday 2nd September for catering purposes.

NAU MAI TAUTI MAI

KAPA HAKA PRACTICES AT TE TUMU FROM 1- 4PM ON THESE SUNDAY’S:

15th August 29th August 5th September 12th September

For the Hui-a-Tau at Karitane, and for the National Manu Korero coming up: Learning Moteatea , haka powhiri and haka Led by Paulette and Komene: Tēnā, tukuna tēnei kia rere atu ki ngā moka katoa o tō tātou hapori (send the word out please!!)

Social Worker

This part-time social work position is for 18 hours a week, in our Child & Family Support Services. Qualifications Required: A Level B Social Work qualification Experience in working with children and families. Ability to work with diverse cultures Experience in interviewing and assessment skills.

If you have the relevant skills and experience and would like further information, contact: Lynne Campbell Ph: (03) 477-0801 E-mail: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
Closing Date for Applications: Monday 23rd August 2010

Social Worker in Schools

Anglican Family Care invites applications for this fixed term full-time Social Worker in Schools position based in Dunedin. (Up to 12 months to cover parental leave). Qualifications Required: A Level B Social Work qualification Experience in working with children and families. Ability to work with diverse cultures An understanding or experience of education systems would be an advantage

Applications, on the form supplied, should include a covering letter and accompanying C.V. Closing Date for Applications – 4.30pm Monday 6th September 2010. For application details please contact: Lynne at Anglican Family Care Ph: (03) 477-0801 E-mail: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)

E tū te kahikatea Hei whakapai ururoa Awhi mai, awhi atu Tātou tātou e

Applications are now open for the 2011 intake to the Tū Kahika programme -
the health sciences course at the University of Otago’s Foundation Year-

To prepare for entry to the University of Otago’s Health Sciences First Year, or other health related studies in 2012.

Students targeted for Tū Kahika are those who: - Are of Māori descent - Show academic potential and interest in health sciences and Māori health issues, and want to pursue a career in health - May not have completed relevant science papers to Year 13, or may have fallen slightly below desirable NCEA achievement levels - May benefit from an interim year to polish their academic qualifications through intensive transition studies to prepare them for first year university health sciences papers or other health related studies.

The Tū Kahika Award covers tuition fees and provides assistance towards the cost of accommodation (at a University Residential College) as well as pastoral, cultural, social and professional mentoring.

An outline of the programme, with a downloadable application form, is available on the website http://www.otago.ac.nz/tukahika

2010 Ngārimu VC and 28th (Māori) Battalion Memorial Scholarship Fund Essay Competition

It’s that time of year again for Māori students to take up the challenge to use their innovative,
creative and vibrant talent to produce high-quality, well-developed, insightful and informative essays.
The 2010 Ngārimu VC and 28th (Māori) Battalion Memorial Scholarship Fund Essay Competition is now open to all Year 7 to 13 Māori students.
This is an opportunity for students to showcase their flair for, and increase their fluency in, written Māori and English.

Teachers, schools, parents and whānau: encourage and support your Māori students,
learners, child and whanaunga to create an essay that is articulate, expressive, stimulating and explorative.

Prizes of up to $1000 are offered for winning entries and schools that support their students are also eligible to receive prizes.
A full list of essay topics, guidelines and prize values can be viewed and downloaded on the Ministry's website:

http://www.minedu.govt.nz/ngarimuessaycompetition

All entries should be received by the Ministry by 5pm 24 September 2010.

Please contact me if you have any enquires on 04 463 8957 or email .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)

NAU MAI HAERE MAI TAUTI MAI

Kia hiwa ra kia hiwa ra

CHARTER / TE KAWENATA o NGAI TAHU

Sat 18th September – Sun 19th September 2010

Te Runanga o Otakou have rescheduled the “May” Charter Hui which was postponed due to floods, slips and torrential rains to the above date. We pay our homage to the weather gods and invite you to attend the “18-19 September, 2010 Charter Hui”, travel safely.

This hui will be of high importance to members of Ngai Tahu whanui who have an interest in discussing and reviewing the “Charter of Te Runanga o Ngai Tahu”, the underpinning principles, performance and nature of the “contract” between the “members” (ie; Papatipu Runanga) and TRONT.

Please RSVP to .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) by 31st August, 2010

Kia ora,

There is now a Hui a Tau section on the website at http://www.puketeraki.co.nz
Please check there for regular updated information.

Information will be posted as it becomes available.

You can also download words and audio files for the waiata we are learning.

Regards, Anna

Graduation dates for December are as follows:

December 3rd 10th 14th 17th.

All maori pre-graduation ceremonies will be held at Te Tumu Richardson Building except the Pre-Graduation on the 14th which will be held at the Hunter Centre (opposite the Dentistry School).
Venue may change depending on the numbers attending but Te Tumu and the Hunter Centre has been pre-booked for these.

Tickets for Te Matatini o Te Ra 2011 will be on sale from 1 August 2010 through Ticket Direct,
Please see http://www.ticketdirect.co.nz for more information.

Whānau are encouraged to purchase their tickets early to take advantage of the special "Early Early Bird" rate of $45 for four days. Adults at Youth prices! Please get in early to avoid disappointment.

This great price lasts until 30 September 2010 then an "Early Bird" rate kicks in of $65 for an adult for four days. Youth 5 - 17 years are $45 for a four day pass.

From 1 January the standard rate of $85 for four days applies. Daily rates are available but the best value tickets are through the "Early Bird" packages.

MAKE A LIFE CHANGING CAREER MOVE NOW!!

A career as a Corrections Officer if fulfilling, challenging and most of all rewarding.
One of my roles at the Otago Corrections Facility is to actively recruit Maori into the role.
This is to ensure staff numbers are built upon to lengthen the arms of Kaitiaki and have a greater impact on Maori re-offending rates.

We are looking for persons who are good communicators and team players,
remain calm in challenging situations, and who can make sound judgment calls in fast-paced situations.

OCF offers a competitive salary and are committed to developing staff through staff training,
on-the-job experiences, secondment opportunities and promotion.
You will have the chance to earn while you learn, as well as gain a nationally recognised qualification.

For more information please contact:
Anne Robertson, Kaitiaki Services Coordinator on 03-417 9323, or email me: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)

Ōtākou Marae website

http://www.otakourunaka.co.nz Check it out – its growing all the time

There is a calendar on the Web site which is updated regularly. And we have also streamlined our “Hui Booking” system with forms available on the website at http://www.otakourunaka.co.nz/index.php/runaka/book_hui (We are trialling this new system so please understand that we may have a few teething problems!!)

Any questions or comments about the design of the site: please forward to Moana Wesley or Paul Potiki (designer of the site) at Moana: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) Paul: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)

Any specific comments about the forms and information on the site please forward to Moana at .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)

…also check out… Otakou TRoNT representative website http://www.otakourep.co.nz For the latest TRONT papers, te reo, history and more.

The whānau komiti are interested in helping sponsor and organise a Korowai Making project.

We have identified a Master weaver and she has offered her support to teach us
but we need to identify 5 people who can commit to this long-term project.

We want to know if you are one of these people? Are you interested in this, do you want to commit your time to this kaupapa? Please contact Moana Wesley – .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) or (03) 4780 239

Jobs at DOC this week
follow the link http://www.doc.govt.nz/about-doc/jobs-at-doc/current-vacancies/

Office Hours Monday to Thursday 8.30-4.30pm Friday 8.30-12.00

Ph 03 478 0352 Fax 03 478 0354

.(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) – Hoani Langsbury .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) – Glenys Russell (administration)