Niho Taniwha - Introduction Document

Written By The Lab Team

September 2025

The Auckland Co-Design Lab

Niho Taniwha is a framework designed to bridge the gap between ‘on-the-ground’ learning with whānau and hapori, and the systems that influence investment and decision-making.

This document provides the story of Niho Taniwha. Inside you will find:

  • The journey and Whakapapa of Niho Taniwha

  • The Mātauranga that grounds its key elements (Te Whāriki, Wāhi Ako)

  • Core aspects of the framework and practice

  • Examples of Niho Taniwha practice applied

  • Baseline practices to guide authentic use.

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