Taitokerau Economic Wellbeing Pathway 

The rerenga (flow) of the tai (tides) joins our two coasts together at Te Reinga 
And carried our ancestors across the Pacific and Tasman waters 
to our West and East coasts. 
This is Taitokerau enduring forever!  

This strategy provides a pathway for the wellbeing of our region. 
It flows from our ancestors, to us, and onto our descendants, 
From He Whakaputanga to Te Tiriti o Waitangi it arrives to this ever-changing world. 
It provides a holistic pathway for our economy, for our environment and for the people of Northland. 
 
This pathway flows like water from the heavens to our sacred mountain,  
and down through the valleys of our homelands to the oceans below. 
It flows in synergy with the creation energies of the universe, 
And the various branches arrive at their intended destinations effortlessly. 

THE JOURNEY SO FAr

Northland Inc led the development of Te Rerenga, Taitokerau Northland Economic Wellbeing Pathway, with guidance from a regional Steering Group of representatives from Te Kahu o Taonui, business and industry, the Joint Regional Economic Development Committee, Whāriki, Northland Inc, the Tai Tokerau Regional Public Service Commissioner, and community. 

The Steering Group was established to set strategic direction, identify priorities, and advocate for strategic outcomes within regional networks. Co-designed through a collaborative process involving stakeholders from many sectors, Te Rerenga sets a vision for a sustainable, innovative, and prosperous economy focusing on the wellbeing of people, the economy, and the environment.  

Te Rerenga acknowledges the historical and cultural significance of He Whakaputanga and Te Tiriti o Waitangi, as foundational documents that are integral to the identity of Te Taitokerau Northland as the birthplace of the nation. It stands as a model for future economic development strategies that prioritise holistic wellbeing alongside traditional economic measures.  

Te Rerenga is for all but invites those who can invest to help drive regional transformation. 

WHERE TO FROM HERE? 

Te Rerenga, Taitokerau Northland's Economic Wellbeing Pathway, is now complete, and has recently been endorsed by Te Kahu o Taonui (the Iwi Collective of Taitokerau Northland) and noted by the Joint Regional Economic Development Committee of Northland Councils.  

Te Rerenga’s implementation will involve a collaborative multi-stakeholder approach, with Northland Inc currently completing a road map and detailed programme of work.  

Te Rerenga emphasises the importance of visible leadership, accountability, community engagement, and resource allocation for its success.