Information for whānau, hapū, and iwi Māori

Ngā tohutohu Reo Māori

Looking after our whānau

Iwi, hapū and Māori organisations have led decision-making in our communities to support and ensure whānau are safe and protected from any risk of COVID-19 transmission. This has included adjusting tikanga and cultural practices such as suspending harirū and hongi, kissing and hugging to maintain physical distance, and using tools such as video conferencing to support hui, tangihanga and wānanga.

Gatherings at Alert Level 2

At Alert Level 2 whānau and friends can connect, but restrictions are still in place to manage the risk and spread of COVID-19.

The general guidance for no physical contact, including harirū, hongi, kissing, and hugging, remain in place — for those who don’t live together and aren’t whānau or close friends.

He kupu āwhina i ngā marae | Guidance for marae

These guidelines were developed to clarify public health measures and support marae to make their own decisions for the safety and wellbeing of their whānau, hapū, and iwi.

We acknowledge that many iwi have already put together COVID-19 response plans for their hapū and marae. Marae should contact their tribal authority in the first instance if they have further questions.

Guidance for marae

Stamp it out

Practise good hygiene

Wash your hands with soap. Cough or sneeze into your elbow. Clean surfaces.

Keep track of where you've been

Help our health services reach people quickly to stop any possible spread of COVID-19.

Stay home if you're sick

If you have cold or flu symptoms, we recommend you stay home and call your doctor or Healthline.