Rongoā Māori Advisory Panel

The Rongoā Māori Advisory Panel supports us to improve, access, experience and outcomes by promoting rongoā Māori for the benefit of our kiritaki.

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    About the Rongoā Māori Advisory Panel

    The Rongoā Māori Advisory Panel provides strategic advice that will enhance our processes to improve, progress and promote the Rongoā Māori Service for the benefit of our kiritaki.

    Our panel members are trusted subject matter experts in traditional Māori healing.  They advise us on upholding te ao Māori approaches and strengthening our Rongoā Māori Service. This contributes to improving access, experience and outcomes for all New Zealanders. 

    The panel meets ā kanohi (face-to-face) quarterly to advise on relevant, important and strategic initiatives and programmes.  

    Panel members 

    Te tangata (panel member) He uri (iwi)
    Tohe Ashby – Kaumātua Ngāti Hine, Ngāti Rāhiri, Ngāti Kawa
    Awhitia Mihaere – Chair   Ngāti Kahungunu
    Robyn Richardson Ngāti Tūwharetoa, Ngāti Hauiti ki Rātā, Ngāti Raukawa, Ngāti Tukorehe
    Donna Kerridge  Ngāti Tahinga, Ngāti Mahuta
    Ruatau Perez  Ngāi Tūhoe, Ngāpuhi
    Jolie Davis   Ngāti Kuri, Te Rarawa

    Terms of reference

    These terms of reference define the purpose, governance, roles and responsibilities of the Rongoā Māori Advisory Panel.

    Rongoā Māori Advisory Panel terms of reference

    Contact us

    If you have pātai or feedback about the Rongoā Māori Advisory Panel, email us.

    Email maorihealth@acc.co.nz

    Last published: 29 May 2025