Te Mana Kiwi SPPEEx and Engineering New Zealand Te Ao Rangahau are proud to announce the return of He kura nā Rātā, He kura pūkaha in November 2026 – this time coming to you in Te Whanganui-a-Tara Wellington.
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Whakaahua | Photographs
Step into the moments from 2025 that made the wānanga so special. These images celebrate the past, present and future of Māori in engineering, honour the remarkable achievements of the three Award winners and capture the strength of whanaungatanga.
Te Kāhui Māngai | MCs, speakers and panellists
Meet the leaders, experts and passionate advocates who push for a profession that’s more inclusive for Māori – and know what it takes to make meaningful change.
Ngā Taonga | Te Mana Kiwi SPPEEx Awards
Over 100 people celebrated Māori excellence in engineering at the 2025 He kura nā Rātā, He kura pūkaha Dinner and Te Mana Kiwi SPPEEx Awards. Congratulations to the three award winners: leaders who uplift kaupapa Māori through their mahi and contributions to the engineering profession.
