He Kaakano i Ruiruia mai I Rangiaatea

Centre of Excellence for Indigenous Innovation

Fostering educational advancement, economic growth and social cohesion for all

Our mahi

He Kaakano is an initiative by Ngaa Rauru Kiitahi to build a creative and collaborative network that will unlock the innovation potential of Maaori knowledge, resources and people. We imagine an equitable society where everyone realises the future of their dreams.

Learn

Our educational mahi intends to empower rangatahi to design and drive their future. We will provide opportunities that inspire them to think about their aspirations, economic future and creative freedom.

Grow

We enable aspiring entrepreneurs in our hapori to create successful businesses by equipping them with an innovation ecosystem that will support and nurture their ideas. Our business programmes, based on kaupapa Maaori values are designed to create a connected start-up community that is investable.

Thrive

Our scale-up programmes are tailor-made for business owners looking to take their companies to the next level. We leverage digital transformation to help businesses innovate and stay future-focused.

Want to know more about our programmes and how you can benefit?

Facilities

He Kaakano is located in the third floor of The Backhouse Building in Whanganui. It’s an open collaborative space for everyone looking to unleash their creativity, imagination and passion.

Business Incubator

A workspace for start-ups and new ventures with access to expert advisors, mentors, administrative support, office equipment, training, and potential investors.

Learning Lab

An innovative learning environment for tamariki and rangatahi designed to deliver learner-centred, collaborative and hands-on STEAM programmes with access to all the necessary tech.

Networking

Well-equipped spaces to host business events, community get-togethers, training workshops and social meetups.

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