Filmmaker Chelsea Winstanley (Ngāti Ranginui, Ngāi te Rangi) has had remarkable success both here in Aotearoa and overseas. Projects like Tame Iti – The Man Behind the Moko, Waru, What We do in the Shadows and Merata: How Mum Decolonised the Screen; Chelsea’s collection of work celebrates our indigenous peoples.

In 2020 Chelsea was nominated for an Oscar for producing Jojo Rabbit, becoming the first indigenous female producer to be nominated for a Best Picture Academy Award.

After 4 years in Los Angeles Chelsea has returned home to film a feature documentary Toi Tu Toi Ora – Visual Sovereignty. A documentary about the Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki’s forthcoming exhibition, showcasing the most comprehensive survey of contemporary Māori art to be presented in New Zealand in recent history.

Chelsea’s passion for indigenous story telling is reflected in the work that she creates, inspired by leader’s of our time the likes of Mereata Mita, Chelsea continues down the path lain before us, pathing ahead for those who ensue.

This is her story.

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As a Chair, Professional Director, CEO and Māori Development Specialist, Jim Mather (Ngāti Awa, Tūhoe) is a jack of all trades who has had a significant impact on Maori Economic Development.

Jim has business leadership experience spanning 25 years. He has been the Chief Executive Officer of the Pacific Business Trust, Māori Television and Te Wānanga o Aotearoa and now holds a number of governance roles – Chair of Radio New Zealand, Chair of Lakes District Health Board and Director of Auckland Transport to name a few.

Through his various roles Jim is creating transformative change and implementing a Māori framework into the decision making process of some of our country’s biggest organisations.

His work is fuelled by his passion for Māori development and his career has been dedicated to creating opportunity and engagement for Māori businesses and the wider Māori economy.

He’s implementing change at a high level and always puts te iwi Māori at the forefront of everything he’s doing.

This is his story.

Indigenous 100 – Dr Jim Mather.

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He’s one of the toughest players to don the black jersey and during his time as an 

All Black, Wayne ‘Buck’ Shelford, of Ngāpuhi descent created a legacy that lasts to this day. 

His actions on the field left a mark on every game he played and during his time as captain of the All Blacks, the team were undefeated for 19 games from 1987 – 1990. He’s the only Captain at present that can claim that title.

One of Wayne’s greatest achievements during his time as an All Black was the vital role he played in the revival of the All Blacks haka which is now performed in all matches, and has spread through all of the franchises including the Black Ferns, New Zealand Māori and male and female sevens teams.

Years on from his playing days, Buck Shelford continues to have a strong impact on the rugby world, particularly the presence of Maori as players, coaches, staff and governance. He’s overcome a number of hurdles throughout the years and come through it all stronger than ever. His name will be known for a long time and wherever you go in the world, there’ll always be someone who wants to ‘Bring Back Buck’. 

This is his story.
Indigenous 100 – Wayne ‘Buck’ Shelford.

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As individuals, Stacey (Te Arawa, Ngāi Tahu) and Scotty (Ngāti Whakaue) Morrison are powerhouses in a number of spaces. Together, they’re a powerful force who are creating a wave of reo revitalisation here in Aotearoa.

There is no short summary of what Stacey and Scotty have been working on over the years. However, no matter what space they’re in, they’re always working towards bringing te reo Māori to the masses and providing safe, empowering spaces for people of all backgrounds to learn and embrace it.

This is their story. Indigenous 100 – Stacey and Scotty Morrison

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David Letele (Samoa, Ngāti Maniapoto), a former professional boxer turned motivational speaker and founder of Buttabean Motivation which is changing lives and improving the health outcomes of people across Tāmaki Makaurau through free Community Boot Camps and a range of other community programmes.

After going through his own life changing weight loss journey and losing over 90kg’s, Dave was inspired to help others out by supporting and educating everyday people – in 2014 he launched Buttabean Motivation and created a movement that continues to help people on their journey to a healthier lifestyle. Buttabean HQ is where Letele and his team run fitness classes, health programmes and community food drives. Established six years ago, it has drawn in a community of over 14,000 wanting to make positive and healthy changes in their lives.

Dave has faced many different challenges through life, but through them all he’s come out the other side and wants to help others do the same. He’s an inspiration to those around him and a true community leader.

This is his story.

Indigenous 100 – Dave Letele

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Associate Professor Ella Henry (Ngātikahu ki Whangaroa, Ngāti Kuri, Te Rārawa) is an academic renowned for her research into and advocacy of Māori culture, language and leadership. She’s highly respected by many and has had a great impact on Māori media over the past twenty years.

Her Masters focused on Māori women and leadership and her PhD on Māori entrepreneurship in screen production. Ella has also been actively involved in the development of the Māori screen industry, serving as Chair of Nga Aho Whakaari, the Māori screen guild. She was a Treaty Negotiator for her Iwi, Ngātikahu ki Whangaroa, and is also a member of a research group looking at Māori leadership and decision-making, funded by Ngā Pae o Te Māramatanga.

Ella is a leader in her multiple fields and in everything she does she always considers the development and betterment of te iwi Māori. Her energy is unmatched and so is the mahi she’s done of the years.

This is her story.

Indigenous 100 – Ella Henry

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Lupesoloai La’auliolemalietoa Joseph Parker, is a New Zealand professional boxer of Samoan heritage.

Growing up in Mangere – as a kid Parker generally impressed with whatever he did. One day it was on the rugby league field, the next it was showcasing his skills playing the piano.

It was no surprise when he took up boxing at the age of 11 – his father was named Dempsey after former heavyweight champion Jack Dempsey. As an amateur, Joe won silver at the Youth Olympics and bronze at the Youth World Championships, he represented New Zealand at the 2010 Commonwealth Games, won the New Zealand amateur heavyweight championship in 2010,and retained this title in 2011.

Since becoming professional in 2012, Parker has a 27-2 record and in 2016, after defeating Andy Ruiz for the vacant WBO title, he became the first heavyweight boxer from either New Zealand or the Pacific Islands to win a major world championship – which he held until 2018.

This is Joseph Parker’s story – Indigenous 100.

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Stan Walker has been a household name in Aotearoa for over a decade now.

The singer from Tauranga Moana, Tūhoe and Ngāti Ranginui rose to fame as the winner of Australian Idol in 2009 and topped the charts shortly thereafter with his debut single, “Black Box.” Since then he’s released multiple albums, starred in a number of films, judged television shows and performed across the world. His success as a performing artist across such a variety of mediums is unparalleled.

Not only has Walker earned a total of six gold, four platinum, one double platinum and one triple platinum single in New Zealand across five studio albums, he has collected eight New Zealand Music Awards along the way. He has also won the Waiata Māori Award for Radio Airplay Record of the Year five times. His live performances are legendary and, as well as headlining his own National Tours, he has shared a touring stage with Beyoncé, Nicki Minaj, Chris Brown, Ciara, Jay Sean, Travie McCoy, Ja Rule, Akon and Jessica Mauboy.

Stan has become one of New Zealand’s most-loved figures, respected for his Māoritanga, love for his culture and pride for his people. He celebrates te ao Maori in everything he does and wants to inspire younger generations that they can do anything they want in life.

This is his story – Stan Walker – Indigenous 100

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Renata Blair is of Ngāti Whātua descent with governance experience on the Ngāti Whātua Orākei Trust which is responsible for managing over $600m of assets. The Trust runs projects and programmes in commercial property development, investments, education, housing, environment and preserving and revitalization of tribal history, language, customs and protocols.

Renata owns and operates the successful events management company Evitan. His company has over 4O staff and he employs a number of whānau. Evitan delivers a wide range of events from concerts, fashion shows, corporate events, product launches through to major expos and large festivals.

Renata was selected as a Crown-appointed trustee to the Eden Park Trust Board and he also sits on the board of Harrison Grierson Holdings and the Independent Māori Statutory Board (IMSB). He has extensive business knowledge through his company Strategic Pathways, and extensive commercial experience through his governance roles and senior leadership roles within his tribe.

Renata is a member of the Institute of Directors. He was involved in the 2011 Rugby World Cup, the America’s Cup, Auckland Lantern Festival and The Ultimate Waterman and many other events. His specialist expertise is Te Ao Māori, leadership, business development and project management.  He is a passionate advocate for education, te reo, and sports.

This is Renata Blair – Indigenous 100.

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It is true to say that the average New Zealander doesn’t realise how big of a superstar today’s guest is. In 1990, then German football coach – Franz Beckenbauer – who coached his team to World Cup glory – stated that our guest was the number one rated striker in the Bundesliga, and if he was German he would have been a first choice selection in his squad.

Wyton Rufer was born in Wellington to a Swiss father, Arthur, and a Māori mother, Anne. The staunch Ngāti Porou kid excelled at football at a young age and was soon creating a name for himself in the local leagues. It wasn’t long before his talent drew the attention of Norwich City in England where he immediately started finding the back of the net. Denied a work permit Wynton, alongside his brother Shane, moved to their father’s homeland where they picked up a contract with FC Zürich. As Wynton’s career was starting to take off – the New Zealand National side, The All Whites, were attempting to qualify for the 1982 World Cup. An 18-year old Wynton Rufer was called into the national squad by head coach John Adshead for decisive qualifiers against Kuwait and Saudi Arabia. Rufer scored three times in his first two appearances for his country, cementing his place in the team and playing a key role in propelling the team to their first-ever World Cup appearance.

There is so much more to the story – this was only the start of what would become a 22-year career playing more than 500 games and scoring more than 200 goals – in leagues in England, Switzerland, Germany, Japan and New Zealand.

In 2000 Wynton was voted as the Oceania Footballer of the Century and still to this day is recognised throughout Europe and especially Germany, where he is still regarded as one of the finest players ever.

This is the story of how a kid from Rongotai College, in Wellington, New Zealand – who grew up in a rugby obsessed country – went on to conquer the heights of european football and stamp his name as the greatest footballing talent this country has ever seen.

This is Wynton Rufer – Indigenous 100.

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