Te Ohu Kaimoana Proposed Three-Year Strategy 2027-2030

Te Ohu Kaimoana is pleased to share our proposed Three-Year Strategy for the consideration and feedback of Mandated Iwi Organisations.

As we approach the end of 2026, we find ourselves at an important time for Māori Fisheries. This year has brought significant change, and with the recent election, there remains uncertainty about the direction of future government policy and what that may mean for our Māori fisheries rights and interests.

It is also the year in which our current strategy comes to an end, providing an opportunity for us to reflect on what we have achieved, consider the challenges and opportunities ahead, and determine where Te Ohu Kaimoana should focus its efforts over the next three-years.

The Māori Fisheries Settlement is a legacy secured through the determination of generations who fought to protect Māori fishing rights and ensure iwi have an enduring place in Aotearoa's fisheries. Te Ohu Kaimoana has a responsibility to protect and strengthen that legacy, ensuring the Settlement continues to create value and opportunity for iwi and future generations. 

Our proposed strategy sets out how we believe Te Ohu Kaimoana can best fulfil that responsibility in an environment of change, strengthen its contribution to iwi and ensure the Settlement remains strong and relevant for generations to come.

We recognise that the future direction of Te Ohu Kaimoana cannot be shaped by us alone. The perspectives, knowledge and aspirations of iwi are essential to ensuring that our priorities reflect what matters most to those we serve.

In particular, we would welcome your views on whether we have identified the right priorities, whether the proposed direction reflects your aspirations, and what you think we should strengthen or approach differently.

Share your feedback

We are seeking feedback now so that iwi have an opportunity to help shape the strategy before it is presented to Mandated Iwi Organisations for approval at our next Hui-ā-Tau in March 2027.

Please send your feedback to Mark Witehira (Principal Advisor to the Chief Executive) via email: mark.witehira@teohukaimoana.nz by 15 January 2027.

We will also present the proposed strategy at our hui-ā-iwi on Tuesday 24 November in Wellington, providing an opportunity for discussion and questions.

A link to RSVP for this hui can be found here.

If you are unable to attend but would like to discuss this directly with us, you can also contact Mark using the details above.