Frequently Asked Questions
How were providers selected?
A large group of organisations were invited to be part of the Request for Proposals (RFP) between April and May 2025. This procurement process was robust with independent, confidential assessors. The full provdiers in Region 1 will be shown here once our full website goes live on 1 July, 2025.
Is it too late to become a Rangitāmiro provider?
No. The current contracts are for a 12 month period from July 1, 2025, at the conclusion of which another procurement process will be held opening the door for new and existing providers.
What are Whānau Ora Commissioning Services?
Whānau Ora is a whānau-centred holistic approach to improve overall whānau well-being where whānau determine the services and support they need to achieve their aspirations.
Commissioning agencies, like Rangitāmiro, work with local community providers who employ navigators to work directly with whānau to help them achieve their goals in education, health, employment, economic independence, community well-being, and socially.
Who is Rangitāmiro?
Rangitāmiro is the newly established Whānau Ora commissioning agency that is a joint venture between National Hauora Coalition, Ngaa Pou Hauora oo Taamaki Makaurau and Te Tiratū Iwi Māori Partnership Boards.
Who is Ngaa Pou Hauora oo Taamaki Makarau Iwi Māori Partnership Board?
Ngaa Pou Hauora oo Tāmaki Makaurau is an Iwi Māori Partnership Board (IMPB) representing various iwi and hapū in the Tāmaki Makaurau (Auckland) region.
The board includes representatives from iwi such as Te Aakitai Waiohua, Ngaati Te Ata Waiohua, Ngaati Tamaoho, Te Kawerau aa Maki, Ngaai Tai ki Taamaki, Ngaati Paaoa, Ngaati Naho, Ngaati Tiipa, Ngaati Aamaru, and Ngaati Tahinga.
Who is Te Tiratū Iwi Māori Partnership Board?
Te Tiratū IMPB is the Iwi Māori Partnership Board for the Tainui waka rohe (region).
Their primary role is to represent local Māori perspectives on health needs and aspirations, ensuring that these are reflected in the design and delivery of health services and public health interventions within their locality.
Who is Te Puni Kōkiri (TPK)?
Te Puni Kōkiri (TPK), also known as the Ministry of Māori Development, is the principal policy advisor to the Government of New Zealand on Māori wellbeing and development.
TPK's mission is to support and promote the interests of Māori communities, ensuring that Māori perspectives are integrated into government policies and initiatives. TPK is the funder of Whānau Ora Commissioning Services.
How does Whānau Ora tie into NHC’s moemoea?
Kahurangi (Dame) Tariana Turia, National Haoura Coalition’s Inaugural Trust Chair, is the founder of the mauri of our kaupapa, ‘Mana Whānau, Whānau Ora’. She was also the architect of the Whānau Ora approach and the first Minister for Whānau Ora.
The vision set by Dame Tariana Turia echoes through our present and future aspirations for Whānau Ora. With ‘Whānau Ora’ in our NHC moemoeā, we feel immensely privileged to carry out this kaupapa that contributes to fulfilling her legacy.