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Ngā Kete Mātauranga Pounamu Charitable Trust

Connecting Whanau with Resources, Ideas and Energy for Wellbeing and Independence.

Resources

We offer a range of different resources to help you and your whanau.

Ideas & Energy

With 25 years of service delivery in Southland and more than 100 staff, we have a wealth of knowledge ready to share and teach. 
We offer a wide range of health and social services, many of which are provided at low or no cost. These services include:
Mental Health & Addiction Counselling
Restorative Justice
Navigational Support
He Puna Waiora Wellness Centre
Stop Smoking Support
Bluff Community Medical Centre (offering low-cost access to doctor services)

Walking alongside whānau

NKMP is an organisation with energy, zest and resources that can support a person on their journey and empower them to succeed with planning, access, navigation and advocacy.
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Latest News

There is a lot going on at NKMP, stay up-to-date and read through our news.
May 6, 2025
Whānau Mechanical Workshop
Basic car maintenance skills for whānau! This FREE one-off workshop (2-3 hours) aims to empower whānau with essential car maintenance skills, fostering independence and confidence in managing vehicle upkeep. Participants […]
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May 1, 2025
Walk Away From Smoking - Community Event
Today is the beginning of Smoke Free May. We invite you to join us for a free community event at the Velodrome - Walk Away From Smoking - on Friday […]
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April 28, 2025
𝐒𝐦𝐨𝐤𝐞 𝐅𝐫𝐞𝐞 𝐌𝐚𝐲: 𝐁𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐄𝐚𝐬𝐲, 𝐖𝐢𝐧 𝐁𝐢𝐠!
This May, your journey to being smoke free could score you some amazing prizes! Whether you're already with us or just getting started, there’s something in it for everyone! 𝐀𝐥𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐲 […]
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April 14, 2025
KiwiHarvest Needs Your Support
The demand for food assistance in New Zealand is skyrocketing. 1 in 4 Kiwi kids live in households where food runs out! Today marks the start of our Nationwide Fundraising […]
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March 31, 2025
NKMP Throughout The Years - A Timeline
Established with a vision to support the aspirations tied to our whakapapa connection to Ōraka-Aparima Rūnaka, Ngā Kete is a not-for-profit charitable trust that has proudly served the Southern community […]
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March 31, 2025
Former Trustees/Founding Members and Supporters
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March 31, 2025
Collaborative Partnerships: NKMP & NZ Police on Te Pae Oranga
Te Pae Oranga (Iwi Community Panels) offers an alternative resolution process for offenders (participants), focusing on education, prevention, and accountability. Operated by Ngā Kete Mātauranga Pounamu Charitable Trust in partnership […]
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March 31, 2025
Roy Te Keiraunui Tawha aka Bubba Roy - NKMP 2000 - 2013
Late husband of CEO Tracey Wright-Tawha It was while sitting across the tea cups on a winters Sunday afternoon, where Roy said to his wife, Tracey – you should go […]
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March 31, 2025
Greg Fordyce: Board Chairman Reflecting on 25 Years of Ngā Kete
I first heard about Ngā Kete through our marae network. The trust was looking for another trustee, and when I learned about the work they were doing for our whānau, […]
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