Māori role models: inspirational korero from inspirational Māori

A NZ Fire Service staff member has produced a book aimed at rangatahi - “Māori role models: inspirational korero from inspirational Māori”. It grew out of his work as Poutakawaenga Maori/Maori Liaison Officer for the NZFS.

The book is in a question and answer format, and all the questions have been asked by rangatahi. It is written in both English and Te Reo Māori.

The Role Models include:
1. Patricia Grace - Writer
2. Wynton Rufer - Footballer, F.I.F.A ambassador.
3. Tariana Turia - Politician, Minister in Cabinet.
4. Ocean Mercier - Scientist/University Lecturer
5. Adam Whauwhau - Musician/Teacher.
6. Julian Wilcox - TV presenter.
7. Anika Moa - Musician.
8. Farah Palmer - Black Ferns Rugby Captain/ University Lecturer.
9. Darcy Nicholas - Artist
10. Bentham Ohia - C.E.O Te Whare Wananga o Aotearoa.

The cost is $20 per book. The proceeds go to Te Kiko Charitable Trust, and go towards producing another volume. The Trust vision is to "Uplift the Wellbeing of Māori Whānau".

To purchase copies, contact Te Aorangi Harrington tekiko@hotmail.co.nz