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On 8 March 2002, in Palmerston North at Massey University, the Associate Minister of Health, at the time, Tariana Turia, launched Te Rau Matatini (TRM). TRM’s inaugural Chief Executive (CEO) was Kirsty Maxwell-Crawford (2002-2011), who was supported by Clinical Coordinator, Paul Hirini, with leadership and guidance from Emeritus Professor Sir Mason Durie.
On 26 August 2002, TRM was established as a Charitable Trust with a significant representation of Māori leaders from the Mental Health and Addiction sector.
It was during this foundational period, that TRM broadened its scoped across all Health and Wellbeing.
In 2019, TRM rebranded to Te Rau Ora (TRO). The shift recognising the growth in scope and focus across all aspects of Māori Health and Wellbeing.
Since its development, TRO has been supported by five CEOs dedicating themselves to the mission and vision of transforming the Māori Health and Social services Workforce, and enabling whānau to flourish:
- Trish Davis (2011-2013)
- Marama Parore (2014- 2017)
- Maria Baker (2017- 2024)
- Riki Nia Nia (2024 – current)
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