Rising rangatahi leaders, Te Whānau Kapa-Kingi inspire a new generation through their voice for Te Tiriti justice and Mana Motuhake. From their whakapapa in Waikato and Te Tai Tokerau, they bring unity, strength, and vision — a powerful call to action for rangatahi and iwi alike.

Led by Tukiterangi and Renata Curtis, Te Whānau Curtis combines traditional weaponry  excellence with a passion for te reo and tikanga, hauora and haka. Their rangatahi carry forward a bold new wave of Māori leadership all delivered in humility and respect for their culture.

Te Whānau Cassidy carry the strength and spirit of Te Waipounamu, bringing a powerful voice for te reo and tikanga Māori. A strong foundation laid by their parents is now carried forward by their rangatahi and reflected through whānau, regional identity and intergenerational leadership.

Te Whānau Walker represent rangatahi leadership grounded in whakapapa, haka, and kaupapa Māori. Raised in the legacy of Tony and Ngaria Walker, these rangatahi are now leaders, tutors, composers, and kaiako. Their journey shows the power of te ao Māori to shape identity, inspire unity, and drive transformation.

Te Whānau Webster live and breathe haka — it’s in their blood, their whakapapa, and their everyday life. Guided by the legacy of their parents, they carry the pride of Te Arawa, Tūhoe, and Te Whānau a Apanui onto every stage they step on. From wānanga to cultural festivals, from musicals to national competitions, their mahi showcases the power of haka to connect, uplift, and inspire generations.

Fearless and grounded in her whakapapa, Hana-Rawhiti is one of the most influential young leaders of our time. As a Te Pāti Māori candidate, she has become a powerful advocate for Māori rights, te reo Māori, and rangatahi leadership — her voice resonating well beyond Aotearoa and embodying the legacy of Kīngitanga with pride and conviction.

Te Aorere Pēwhairangi is a leading Māori media personality — a dynamic presenter, storyteller, and champion of te reo. Immersed in te ao Māori from kōhanga reo to kura kaupapa, excelling in broadcasting, commentary, and social media, his journey reflects a deep commitment to te ao Māori and a powerful connection with rangatahi.

TupuOra’s own! A renowned composer, orator, and advocate for te reo Māori, Kingi has dedicated his life to uplifting language, culture, and identity. Widely recognised in kapa haka, education, and television media, he is known for his creativity, humility, and service to the Kīngitanga.