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For Te Wiki o Te Reo Maori, we celebrate the wāhine who make up our hapori.

We are Māmā, daughters, leaders, professionals, caregivers, creators, teachers, entrepreneurs and so much more.

But beneath all of that, there is something that brings us together.

This whare.

#tewikiotereomāori #akeakeake #toitūtetiriti #strengthandconditioning

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Ngā Pou | The Pillars.

A custom artwork created for ISS World, translating their values into one cohesive visual story.

What I love about this design is its versatility. While each element comes together to form Ngā Pou, the individual sections can also stand on their own — allowing the artwork to adapt across different spaces and applications.

One artwork. Many ways to carry the kōrero.

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Artist Nikki Kennedy @taputapu.design has shared exclusive designs to celebrate Matariki 2026.⁠
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Nikki says, "Personally, Matariki is a time to rest, reflect and reconnect with whānau. It reminds me to slow down and appreciate the people around me. Creatively, it's a time of reflection and renewal, often inspiring me to think about connection, storytelling and identity in my work."⁠
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"This year's theme resonates with me because, as a nation, we need to be inclusive of everyone if we want to move forward together. Matariki is about coming together, sharing stories and acknowledging that we all have a place and role within our communities."⁠
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Proceeds from these designs support the Tuia Charitable Trust, chosen by Nkki as it connected me, and hundreds of other rangatahi Māori, to an incredible network of people⁠
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Connect through creativity - access Nikki’s Matariki designs now in Design Space via the link in bio.⁠
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#M50698C2B⁠
#M5069756C⁠

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38 candles 🎂✨

The last two days have been filled with delicious kai, cocktails, stunning views and great company.

Finishing the weekend in Napier with a little retail therapy 🤍

Feeling incredibly grateful for the people in my life, good health and another year around the sun ✨

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New display plinths in our Manukau store made by the talented team at @ambitec_nz 👌🏾 and featured at @aotearoaartfair last month.

A stunning way to display our stunning Pakihi Māori products… all products available instore and online at www.konei.nz

Oh except the hue (gourd), grown by the bro and on display all around @tengahere.co.nz

Mauri Ora!!

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INSPIRING THE FUTURE
A key component of the Kōhine Robotics kaupapa is hearing from wāhine working in different STEMM roles and it’s always a highlight to welcome guest speakers into the wānanga. Last week we were privileged to have @nikkikennedy660 , founder and director of @taputapu.design and @taputapu_toi join us at Te Poho o Rawiri Marae to speak to the kōhine about growing up in Gisborne, her reo journey, and her commitment as a graphic designer to creating in ways that celebrate Ao Māori. She ended her kōrero with some wise words of encouragement that stuck with the kōhine long after Nikki departed. Ngā mihi nunui Nikki, thank you for generously sharing your time and your stories with us all.
#maoriintech
#hangaraumatihiko
#tairawhiti

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Introducing our amazing businesses and creatives featuring tomorrow at our night market.

@wai_tai_
@lilyandlunanz
@keathelabel
@taputapu_ltd
@mikespedding_photography
@maarika_pounamu

From kākahu, jewellery, taonga to photography, there is something for everyone 👏🏽

So proud that all of these businesses are based here in Tūranga nui a Kiwa 👌🏽

Hei āpōpō e te iwi, 4pm-7pm, Toihoukura, 80 Cobden st.

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Two gifts for under $50? It’s giving… budget hack 💸

Our $50 gift combos are packed with value (most are actually under $50). Perfect for Secret Santa, office swaps, or that one whānau member you forgot about 😬

Shop online: Konei.nz 📲
Shop in store: 57a Cavendish Drive 🛍️

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DAY 1 STANDINGS ARE LIVE 🔥

The leaderboard is tight across every division.

Athletes came in swinging, the battle has officially begun.

Check the full standings now on Competition Corner.

🚨Athletes! Check your heat schedule for Event 5 🚨

Day 2… let’s go 🔥🏆

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🇳🇿 New Zealand CrossFit Championship x Move Better Project

We’re proud to welcome @themovebetterproject as our Official Apparel Partner for NZ Champs.

This collaboration isn’t just about performance gear, it’s a celebration of our people, our culture, and our community.

Together, we’ve worked with a chosen talented New Zealand artist @nikkikennedy660 - from @taputapu_ltd to create a special edition design that carries deep meaning inspired by connection, resilience, and movement with purpose.

Every thread tells a story, one that unites our CrossFit whānau across Aotearoa, lifting each other higher inside and outside the arena.

Here is the whakamārama about Nikki’s design:

This design embodies ihi, wehi, and wana — the energy, emotion,
and spirit that drive the CrossFit community. The three curved lines
in red, white, and grey represent this movement toward unity and
excellence.

Red stands for toto — the passion, sacrifice, and determination.

White symbolises Aotearoa, the long white cloud that grounds us in identity.

Grey represents resilience through adversity — the strength built from challenge.

The upward-facing niho taniwha (the triangles) reflects a powerful community, united in kotahitanga.

🔥 The collection will drop exclusively at NZ Champs 2025.

🇳🇿 New Zealand CrossFit Championship 📍 Grassroots Trust Velodrome, Cambridge 📅 7th – 9th November 2025

👉 Purchase your spectator tickets, register your team, or sign up to volunteer via the link in bio! 🌐 championshipeventseries.com

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