Wāhine Māori Artists Making their Mark in Naarm by Irihipeti Waretini
Irihipeti Waretini profiles a group of inspiring wāhine toa who live in Naarm (Melbourne). From artists to activists, each wāhine has her own unique story and accomplishments.
Redefining Motherhood: Wāhine Balancing Work and Whānau
Nicole Alach reflects on being a young and special needs māmā and the ups and downs of starting a business to support that.
Side Mahi: Turn What You Do Into What You Love
A step by step guide to turning things you enjoy into a fulfilling and profitable side mahi.
Te Wairua ki Roto
After eight years of ups and downs, Bonnie Baty finally completed her first set of Kaupapa Māori Intuitive Cards, a process that was both emotionally challenging and rewarding.
Lessons in Adversity from a Future Māori Millionaire
Te Kahukura Boynton reflects on a tumultuous childhood and discovers positive lessons that have informed her approach to financial planning and shaped her future.
Embracing Mātauranga Māori in Physical Wellness
Deborah Heke on physical wellness and Māori culture, exploring connections between self, atua wāhine, and Te Taiao in the journey towards holistic well-being.
Māmā and Makers
A roundtable discussion with Whitney Nicholls-Potts and Joelle Holland on entrepreneurship and motherhood rooted in their culture.
Wāhine Māori Making Their Mark in Piripaane
Discover the inspiring journeys of five wāhine Māori entrepreneurs in Australia, weaving their cultural roots into innovative businesses that honour the past and embrace the future.
Māmā: A Poetry Collection
The powerful poetry of Te Ahua Manu is a heartfelt reflection of motherhood, identity, and the resilience of wahine, rooted in her Māori, Sāmoan, and Scottish heritage.
In Their Own Words
A roundtable discussion with two inspiring Māori authors, Jessica Hinerangi Thompson Carr and Emma Hislop, on the emotional and creative journeys behind their debut books.
Kōrero with a Creative: MANAWA Creative
Lisa Awatere and Georgina Manuel share their journey from lifelong friendship to launching a brand that embroiders self-love, self-worth, and self-acceptance into every stitch for waahine Maaori.
Wānanga ki Ngāpuhi-nui-tonu
A photo essay by takatāpui kairaranga and ringatoi Moana Murray.
The Body of a Rascal Kōtiro
Melissa confronts our deep-seated fear of failure, advocating for a world where mistakes are stepping stones for personal growth.
Kapu Tī Kōrero with a Māmā: Jazz Barclay
Jazz Barclay opens up about the unexpected early arrival of her daughter Pehirangi-Rua, sharing an intimate look at her dramatic birth experience and navigating the healthcare system.
Oh my God, I’m so Autistic
Navigating the complexities of being autistic in a world that often feels overwhelming, Devon Webb finds solace and expression through their words.
Autism & the Arts
Devon blazes the fire of solidarity between artistic expression and autistic experiences in this essay, showcasing their united quest for acceptance and understanding.
Girl in the Back Row
From the back row of her school's kapa haka, Shannon recounts a journey of finding her voice and re-embracing her Māori identity.
Breaking Free from the Fear of Falling Short
Melissa confronts our deep-seated fear of failure, advocating for a world where mistakes are stepping stones for personal growth.
Dear Freckles
Sonya transforms her struggle with appearance into a powerful testament to self-love.
A Letter to My Tūpuna
In this letter to her Nana, Sonya reflects on the profound impact of her grandmother's love and teachings.