CALL FOR NOMINATIONS OF TRUSTEES

Notice is given that on 16 July 2021 an election will be held under the First Past the Post electoral system by postal vote, for four (4) Trustees of the Hokotehi Moriori Trust:

•  one (1) Trustee from Rēkohu (Chatham Islands); and
•  two (2) Trustees from the South Island; and
•  one (1) Trustee from the North Island.

NOMINATIONS
Each nomination must be endorsed by 20 adult registered members of Hokotehi Moriori Trust, and must also include a statutory declaration and brief CV from the nominee. To be eligible for nomination, a candidate must be ordinarily resident in the nomination region for which they are seeking election.

Download a nomination form  here  NOMINATION-Hokotehi-2021

Nominations must be made on an official nomination paper obtainable during normal business hours by phoning the Independent Returning Officer on 0800 922 822.

Nominations of candidates must be received by the Independent Returning Officer no later than 5pm, Monday 10 May 2021.

If there are more nominees than vacancies, an election will be held, and voting will open on Monday 14 June, and close at 5pm, Friday 16 July 2021.

The results of the election will be announced at the Hui-a -Moriori scheduled to be held on Saturday 17 July 2021.

Dated at Auckland, 10 April 2021

Dale Ofsoske, Independent Returning Officer
Independent Election Services Ltd
for Hokotehi Moriori Trust

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HARDSHIP GRANTS AND ASSISTANCE DURING COVID-19 LOCKDOWN AND ISOLATION

Hokotehi is aware that in these weeks of isolation and times of uncertainty some aspects of everyday life may have become difficult for some members. With the assistance of Te Pūni Kōkiri and Te Arawhiti, HMT has a limited pool of funds to assist our Hokotehi members who may need a bit of extra help with a one-off hardship grant.

Please note that these grants are not replacements for the extensive government assistance already available for employees and employers, renters and tenants, mortgage payments and for cash flow/tax payments assistance. For more information on government assistance, please see the COVID19 website for the latest information. https://covid19.govt.nz/government-actions/financial-support/

There are 2 categories of Hardship grant that members can apply for:-

A – Household Grant                                                                                            Guide: $200 per application

1. Fuel, electricity and heating bills/supply of diesel and/or firewood
2. Food and medicines
3. Freight expenses of essential needs
4. Assistance with extra costs for phone and other means of connectivity

Members who apply for this grant category should detail what difficulties they are experiencing and how the grant monies will be utilised. Only 1 application per household.

B – Business Grant                                                                                               Guide: $400 per application

1. Assistance for our fishing community with boat/engine repairs and certification
2. ‘Starting back up’ assistance for self-employed members to get your business back in operation after lockdown

Available to HMT members who own a New Zealand registered business and who have experienced a minimum of 30% decline in income as a direct result of COVID19, from Jan 2020 to time of application. Details on how the grant monies will be utilised are needed with your application.

How much can you apply for?

The Hardship grants are intended as one-off payments to ease our members through this time.

For assistance with items listed under the Household Grant A category you can apply for a grant up to $200.

For Business Grant B we are offering a grant of $400 for members to assist with re-commencing fishing, farming and business activities.

Eligibility Criteria

• You must be a current registered member of HMT over the age of 18
• Only 1 application will be considered per household
• Proof of ID and bank account number should accompany your grant application
• You may only apply for 1 grant category – you may not apply for both
• Only available to members residing in New Zealand/Chatham Islands – not applicable to members living overseas
• Members must declare that they are experiencing extenuating hardship as a direct result of COVID19

How do I apply?

Simply fill in the COVID-19 hardship assistance criteria and form Final and send it to the HMT office by email: office@kopinga.co.nz

Or contact the office 0800 MORIORI for assistance with filling in your form.

Please ensure your application is accompanied by

• Proof of ID – Drivers licence/passport
• Bank Account Deposit slip showing account number
• Signed declaration on last page of form

Applications close Wednesday 15 April 2020

The board of trustees for Hokotehi Moriori Trust are pleased to announce the appointment of Mr Tony Blackett as the new CEO of HMT and its corporate arm Kōpi Holdings Limited.

Tony comes from a diverse background spanning human rights, disability, cultural and community development and environmental issues. He has held leadership roles in New Zealand and internationally with organisations including Greenpeace International, Deaf Aotearoa, Amnesty International and the New Zealand Red Cross. He brings an entrepreneurial skill set and a clear focus on values to his work.

‘I am looking forward to bringing all of my experience to this role and contributing to the renaissance of Moriori culture and te re Moriori through my work.’ Tony said. ‘Nunuku’s covenant speaks to me. I think the Moriori story of holding to the covenant of peace under extreme provocation is a now becoming a global beacon of power of the principles of peace. It is a privilege to earn the opportunity to make a contribution.’ he said.

Tony will focus on managing the business interests of Hokotehi Moriori Trust as a central contribution towards Moriori.  Maui Solomon will continue in his role as Executive Chair for this year to assist in a smooth transition to a new CEO.

Tony’s role commences on February 10 and he will reside on Rēkohu with his partner Justine. We look forward to Tony and Justine joining the HMT team. Please make them feel welcome as they settle into island life.

Me rongo

Trustees for Hokotehi Moriori Trust

Printable version of this press release – HMT CEO Announcement Jan2020