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I would like to acknowledge all the people present here today, Te Runanga o Ngati Awa, Professor Hirini Mead, Jeremy Gardiner, kuia and kaumatua and iwi members.

Where do you see Maori Women’s leadership in 25 years time? This question suggests a comprehensive platform from which to explore a number of social, economic and cultural responses. Such an engagement speaks to the integrated and holistic ways in which Maori knowledge informs and underpins our tikanga and kawa.

I believe these business awards are vital and are the means of encouraging and acknowledging Maori business productivity, growth, innovation and job creation.

Minasama, konban wa (good evening everyone)

Speech for the National SkillEx Finals Awards Ceremony 2006

Maori sporting great gather in Rotorua to provide a platform for Maori sporting achievement