Follow the link below to see the full breakdown of the results of our 2022 election.

https://www.moriori.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/HMT-DeclarationofResult-Election-Poll-Nov2022.pdf

Notice is given that on 28 October 2022 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:
• two (2) Trustees from Rēkohu (Chatham Islands); and
• one (1) Trustee 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.
Nominations must be made on an official nomination paper obtainable during
normal business hours by contacting the Independent Returning Officer on
info@electionservices.co.nz or 0800 922 822 or the Hokotehi Moriori Trust website,
www.moriori.co.nz.

Download Nomination Form

Nominations of candidates must be received by the Independent Returning Officer no later than 5pm, Monday 29 August 2022.
If there are more nominees than vacancies, an election will be held, and voting will open
on Tuesday 27 September, and close at 5pm, Friday 28 October 2022.
The results of the election will be announced at the Hui-a -Moriori scheduled to be held
on Saturday 29 October 2022.

Dated at Auckland, 25 July 2022

Dale Ofsoske, Independent Returning Officer
Independent Election Services Ltd for Hokotehi Moriori Trust
0800 922 822

Members are invited to a ceremony to mark the return of 300 kōimi tchakat from the Natural History Museum, London and New Zealand domestic museums.

This is a monumental occasion for Moriori, and your presence would be deeply welcomed.

WHEN: Friday 8 July

WHERE: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongawera, Wellington

RUN OF EVENTS: 7.15am Arrival
All hūnau to gather at Te Papa staff entrance via the carpark. From there, those hūnau able to carry crates will go to the wāhi tchap.Other hūnau will be guided to the marae, Rongamaraeroa.
8.00am Pōwhiri and hokomaurāhiri11.45am Hokomaurāhiri concludes with a meal
1.30pm Blessing of the refreshed Moriori Exhibition.

All members have received an invitation by email this evening. Members who receive via post will receive invitations in the coming days. Please RVSP to office@kopinga.co.nz by Friday 24 June, including your full name, contact email and mobile number.

We would like to welcome as many hūnau as possible to join us. Depending on the numbers, Hokotehi Moriori Trust may partially cover travel costs. However, accommodation costs are at the member’s own expense. Rangata Matua costs are covered in full.

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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Notice of AGM

Sunday 15 November 2020
1.00pm
Venue: Kōpinga Marae, Rēkohu

(Lunch to be served prior at 12.30pm)

The purposes of the AGM will be to:

1. Present audited financial statements of the Trust

2. Receive the Annual and Strategic Plans of the Trust;

3. Discuss and vote on any resolutions received in accordance with clause 15.3 of the Trust Deed. Any proposed resolutions must be received in writing by the Trust Secretary at the Trust Office, P.O. Box 188, Chatham Islands 8942, no later than 5pm on Sunday 4 October 2020.

Agenda for AGM (1.00 start)

1. Karakii
2. Apologies
3. Receive Minutes of 2019 AGM
4. Matters Arising
5. Presentation of Annual Reports and Plans
6. Presentation of Audited Accounts for 2019-20
7. Appointment of Auditors
8. General Business
9. Karakii Hokomutunga

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