A Northland iwi is putting its own spin on the international Incredible Years parenting programme, localising it with input from kaumatua and kapa haka.

A Northland iwi is putting its own spin on the international Incredible Years parenting programme, localising it with input from kaumatua and kapa haka.

Parents or caregivers who sign up for the Kaitaia-based programme can expect to understand their tamariki's development better, learn techniques to encourage positive behaviour and role-play ideas for when behaviour gets challenging.

Te Rarawa accredited Incredible Years Group leader Naomi Austen-Reid tells Kathryn Ryan what she loves about the programme.

Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details