Te Mana o Ngā

Wāhine 2026

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Tāmaki Makaurau | 9 October 2026
Tāhuna | 30 October 2026

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Te Mana o Ngā Wāhine is a kaupapa Māori event that centres and celebrates wāhine Māori - not just as professionals, but as people.

And this year we’re making it twice as big by hosting the event in two cities!

It’s a day of big kōrero, new connections and space to show up exactly as you are.

We don’t do panels for the sake of it. We don’t network to tick a box.

We come together to hear real stories, hold space for each other, and to remind ourselves we’re not doing this alone.

This is where wāhine Māori leadership, connection and success gets redefined - on our own terms.

This year, there are three ticket options.

RBP Eligible Businesses - if you are a pakihi owner, you may be able to access funding through the Regional Business Partner Network to cover up to 75% of your ticket.

Community - if you’re a part of a community organisation, kaupapa, charity or grassroots initiative, or you’re a teacher, health, community or social worker, there’s a special rate for you too.

Full Price - if neither of these apply to you, or you’d simply rather pay your own way, this is for you and it helps us keep the kaupapa accessible for the wāhine who need support.

This is not your average event.

Tāmaki Makaurau - 9 Oct

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Tāhuna - 30 Oct

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Tāmaki Makaurau - 9 Oct | Tāhuna - 30 Oct |

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The feeling inside the room..

Courageous kōrero.

We don’t shy away from the real stuff - expect conversations that challenge, uplift and make you feel something.

Stories, not keynotes.

We want to see new speakers in front of audiences, so our speakers are from all walks of life, sharing lived experiences, bold truths, and moments that mirror your own (if you were here in 2024, you know!).

Room to breathe.

We don’t pack the day. There’s space for deep listening, reflection, and moments to just be.

Whakawhanaungatanga, not networking.

Forget awkward intros. We’re here to connect through kōrero, shared kaupapa and holding space for one another.

Mana-enhancing, always.

From the tone of our kōrero to the way we hold space - everything is designed to create belonging, and uplift you.

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The stage is set for wāhine like us.

Tuihana Ohia - a woman in an orange and red flowing cape dress speaks at Te Mana o Ngā Wāhine on stage, wearing glasses and holding a microphone.

Our 2025 speakers bring so much more than a title.

They bring lived experience, bold truths, cultural connection and the kind of insight that can only come from walking the path.

You’ll hear wāhine who have:

  • Reimagined life in their communities

  • Carved new paths in business, leadership and whānau

  • Held space for others while rebuilding themselves

  • Led from places of resilience, wairua and unapologetic vision

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You don’t have to be the most accomplished or the loudest voice in the room. You don’t need 10,000 followers or a fancy title on LinkedIn.

This isn’t that kind of event.

At Te Mana o Ngā Wāhine, you’re not expected to show up as anyone other than yourself.

Whether you’re leading a kaupapa, raising tamariki, building a business, or finding your way back to you who you are - this space was made for you.

It’s a day to connect, be reminded of your own magic, and feel the strength that comes from being surrounded by wāhine who get it.

Tickets available from $249.
Tickets include morning tea, lunch, whanaungatanga and six hours of inspiring speakers. This event sells out every year, so don’t wait too long.

If you are a pakihi owner, this might cost you less than you think. Eligible business owners and senior leaders may be able to access funding through the Regional Business Partner Network to cover up to 75% of your ticket.

Find out if you’re eligible here.

If you are a community organisation, kaupapa, charity or grassroots initiative, we’ve got a community rate, because cost shouldn’t be the reason you miss this. Fill out this quick form and we’ll get you sorted.

You deserve to be in rooms like this.

We are incredibly grateful to the people and organisations that support Te Mana o Ngā Wāhine

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 Got a pātai? Check our FAQs

 

  • Te Mana o Ngā Wāhine is for wāhine Māori — whether you're leading a kaupapa, raising tamariki, building a business, or finding your way back to who you are. You don't need a title, a following, or to have it all figured out. You just need to show up.

  • Morning tea, lunch, and a full day of kōrero, connection, and inspiring speakers.

  • We announce our speakers on Instagram, Facebook and by email so check there!

  • If you're a pakihi owner, check your RBP funding eligibility first — it could cover up to 75% of your ticket.

    If you work in community, health, social work, education, or a grassroots kaupapa, you're likely eligible for the community rate.

    Everyone else is welcome at full price, which helps keep the kaupapa accessible for those who need the other two options.

  • Believe it or not, this is one of the questions we get asked the most!

    Our registration desks open at 9.30am. Arrive at this time, grab a kaputī and morning tea and have a kōrero with other wāhine before the main event kicks off at 10am.

    We wrap up for the day at 3.30pm, but if you have to leave a little early - kei te pai!

  • More than okay - we love wāhine who arrive not knowing anyone, and leave with new connections.

    This isn't a networking event where you're left to fend for yourself; it's whakawhanaungatanga - we take care of you.

  • Kao. This isn’t only for pakihi owners. If you’re navigating your leadership, identity or your own haerenga and looking for connection, this is for you.

  • Fill in the RBP funding form and / or the community rate form and we’ll help you figure it out. If you’re still not sure, reach out to us at events@tekaingawahine.co.nz

  • Kei a koe - absolutely up to you! Come as you are. Our practical aunty says wear layers to stay warm/cool.

  • We’re here to help. Just note down your needs when you purchase your ticket, or if you forgot to mention it, drop us an email at events@tekaingawahine.co.nz

  • No we don’t record or livestream our events. We do take photos and videos for promotional use though, if you wish to avoid being in these, please let our team know on arrival.

  • No refunds on this kaupapa sorry. But we are happy to do ticket transfers right up until 24 hours before the event. Email us at events@tekaingawahine.co.nz if you need to transfer your ticket to someone else.

  • We would love your support! Please email us at kiaora@tekaingawahine.co.nz to talk about sponsoring Te Mana o Ngā Wāhine.

2024 + 2025 Event

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