He Kaakano I Ruiruia Mai I Rangiaatea

He Kaakano (meaning “the seed”) conveys growth, development, and expansion. Even before a seed is planted or nourished, it has inherent promise — the capability to take root, develop and grow.

All of us have this inherent potential for growth that needs continuous nourishment. We want to serve as the link between potential and realisation – to set the direction for the development, travelling forward to Rangiaatea and from it.

We envision the hub to be this seed that revitalises Ngaa Raurutanga. The seat will drive socio-economic progress for the wider Ngaa Rauru region by identifying, supporting and guiding the growth of future generations. The impact of this initiative includes the creation of intergenerational wealth and increased social inclusion.

Our Mission

To provide a launching pad for the rangatahi, aspiring Maaori-preneurs and pakihi iti to reach their potential, where every passing day promises a better tomorrow.​

Kaakano
Foundation

Foster self-discovery shaped by our history and heritage – where we come from is intricately linked to where we are headed

Whaanaketanga
Entrepreneurship

Recognise the entrepreneurial spirit among Maaori and equip them with a business ecosystem to be change-makers

Tipuranga
Education

Create innovative learning practices to shape the rangatahi future potential – a space to explore, learn and build

Puaawaitanga
Scale-up

Help local pakihi Maaori leverage new and powerful technologies to expand and grow

The Collective

He Kaakano is an initiative of Te Kaahui o Rauru in partnership with JIX, a creative tech innovation agency in Ootautahi. Several regional and national partners have been carefully chosen to deliver the excellence we envision in the education and entrepreneurship spaces.

Our Foundational Fabric

Who we Serve

We serve anyone wanting to give wings to their imagination and come join us to ignite the spark in you.

Come visit our Learning Lab on Open Days and register your interest for our Tamariki Tech Taster
Tamariki
TamarikiPrimary school tauira
Be part of our pilot cohort for the creative tech workshops and open learning opportunities.
Rangatahi
RangatahiSecondary school tauira
Register for our pre-entrepreneurship workshop series to validate your idea, gear up for the pitch and to win an incubation space
Aspiring Maaori-prenuers
Aspiring Maaori-prenuersStart-up founder
Join us in our regular networking events, innovation workshops, digital transformation series and apply to be part of our accelerator program later this year
Established Businesses
Established BusinessesBusiness Owner
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