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Te Puni Kokiri Launches Review on Funding Misuse Allegations

6/27/2025

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Te Puni Kokiri is launching an independent review into serious allegations of public funding misuse by Te Pou Matakana Limited and Pasifika Futures Limited, linked to Whanau Ora services. This move comes after Maori Development Minister Tama Potaka expressed concerns over potential electioneering activities funded by these organizations. A new funding model is set to take effect on July 1.

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Story summary

Te Puni Kokiri is launching an independent review into serious allegations of public funding misuse by Te Pou Matakana Limited and Pasifika Futures Limited, linked to Whanau Ora services. This move comes after Maori Development Minister Tama Potaka expressed concerns over potential electioneering activities funded by these organizations. A new funding model is set to take effect on July 1.