E Tū Whānau stories

These stories of change and growth give voice to whānau throughout Aotearoa and show what E Tū Whānau means in action. They offer inspiration and examples of whānau doing it for themselves with the support of the kaupapa.

Te mana kaha o te whānau - The strength and power of the whānau.

  • An elderly woman gestures while speaking, with archival images of a historic mill building visible behind her.

    Kuia and local historian, Moana Wood was born in Taupo Bay but moved to Tōtara North with her parents who came...

  • Child wearing yellow hard hat smiling at camera with adults and community members gathered outdoors at Whangaroatanga Day event.

    History, hauora and aroha took centre stage at the recent Whangaroatanga Day, a fantastic event hosted by Te Rūnanga o...

  • Smiling woman with short white hair and glasses wearing a light-colored top at an outdoor event.

    From the E Tū Whānau Programme of Action 2013-2018. It is six years since we launched the first programme of...

  • Man with facial hair and arm tattoos in profile, leaning forward in a contemplative pose indoors.

    Rangatahi are integral to E Tū Whānau – their vitality, fresh perspectives and command of present trends and technologies will help...

  • Recognising innovation and leadership In June 2013, five years after they came together at Hopuhopu Marae to help kick start...

  • Two people standing in front of a colorful mural depicting space themes, Earth, and astronauts on an outdoor wall.

    In 2013, the longterm and inspiring work of the Bream Bay Community Support Trust was recognised by the E Tū Whānau Collective Change...