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8 BAY OF PLENTY BUSINESS NEWS August 2021 Digital hub brings benefits to Katikati Katikati’s new digital hub in The Centre – Pa _ tuki Manawa has fast become a hot spot for people seeking to connect and easily access the technology they need to accelerate their business, learning and participation. The hub is in the heart of Katikati and is equipped with top notch digital technologies, meeting rooms and resources. Its purpose is to provide residents of Katikati and the surrounding area with access to the digital technologies needed to adopt digital tools and learn new skills. Western Bay of Plenty District Council’s Customer Service and Governance Manager Barbara Whitton says the digital hub has become a valuable community asset, especially for hosting workshops and training in digital skills. “We’ve had good demand for our training space, hosting everything from codeclub to basic computer skills.” Other bookings have included a ‘Better Digital Futures’ course designed to help seniors with computers and devices, and a ‘Digital Boost’ workshop for local business owners to grow their digital marketing skills with social media marketing, ecommerce tips and website building skills. Barbara says, “Use of the meeting rooms and hot-desking spaces is also growing. Facilities include four bookable rooms for meeting, video conferencing and training, and 12 hot desks hireable by the half day. “The facilities are well suited to running programmes, teen studying areas, meetings, and learning in an open environment. Our team are keen to help make it happen.” The digital hub is self-service and open 24/7 for registered users. A staff member is present from 10am-12pm on weekdays to assist anyone who’s keen to check out the facilities or want to chat with staff about booking a space or the technology available. Booking for all rooms and hot desks can be made online through the Pātuki Manawa Digital Hub website www.pmdh.nz The digital hub is located in The Centre – Pātuki Manawa, 21 Main Road, Katikati. Tech Tuesday World-leading app to train teachers in Te Reo Māori Bay of Plenty teachers now have access to a world-leading Te Reo Ma _ ori app, through a Ministry of Education initiative aimed at strengthening New Zealand’s education workforce in Te Reo. Reo Ora is a fully automated Te Reo Māori app developed by one of New Zealand’s leading linguistics and Māori language experts, Dr Rāpata Wiri (Te Arawa, Ngāti Ruapani) and built by Rotorua-based Salt + Tonic. Dr Wiri said the multi-dialect app is the only one of its kind, accepting answers in all different Māori dialects based on tribal differences. Salt & Tonic director Josh Dillner said it also features the world’s first transcription service for Te Reo by Te Hiku Media, where students can record themselves speaking and transcribe it into text. “It’s been a privilege to deliver world-class technology with a local solution at the core.” Reo Ora is working alongside Te Taumata o Ngāti Whakaue Iho Ake Trust with the Ministry of Education’s Te Ahu o Te Reo Māori initiative, with the aim of training 10,000 teachers and support staff in Te Reo Māori nationally per year, including 1,000 in the Bay of Plenty. “Reo Ora will initially be Josh Dillner with Dr Ra _ pata Wiri showcasing the Te Reo Ma _ ori app. used to train 470 people in the wider Bay of Plenty region, including Rotorua, across early childhood, primary and high schools,” Dr Wiri explains. The app is currently being used through Ngati Whakaue’s Māori language strategy to encourage a revitalisation of the language within the iwi and is also generally available to anyone who would like to learn Te Reo Māori through www.reoora.com. Dr Wiri says there is a massive national demand for Te Reo courses. Many institutions like Te Wānanga o Aotearoa cannot cope with the demand and have long waiting lists. He explains the app is an effective way of teaching and delivering material, as well as overcoming common hurdles students face when learning a new language, such as the fear of mispronouncing a Māori word or phrase, in public. “The motivation for many students learning through the app comes from not wanting to say it wrong in front of a class. “If they’re on Zoom, they can listen; they can practice on Facebook and go at their own pace. We call it self-determined learning and it’s the new way of doing things.” The Reo Ora app supports students to become competent Te Reo Māori speakers in 12 weeks by teaching the 329 most commonly used words and the 30 most commonly used sentence patterns in the Māori language. These words and patterns make up 65% of everyday conversation. “Ours is a formulaic method. It’s based on patterns and repetition of sentence pattern, which is the most effective way to learn a language,” Dr Wiri said. “We have taught over 250 students who have completed the Level 1 course with remarkable results.” Liquid Financial Advisors owner and director Peter Moore is currently doing the Reo Ora course, motivated by his whanau history. “My grandmother spoke fluent Te Reo, then my dad was told he shouldn’t as it would impact on his ability to get ahead – it also meant I was never given the opportunity – looking back, it’s a tragedy. “So, I looked around for ages trying to find ways to learn Te Reo, researching textbooks and a range of other options. Then I came across Reo Ora. “I’ve come such a long way with this course, which is great through the app as I’m too busy to attend lectures. “Te Reo has a grammar structure that is crucial to understand – the way this course is structured has helped me to pick that up. I’ve learnt a lot. Discovering my language has been a privilege – it would have been lovely to have had the opportunity to kōrero with my grandmother,” Mr Moore said. Dr Wiri has been a Māori language lecturer within universities in New Zealand and Hawai’i for the last 30 years. During this time, he has taught thousands of students to become confident speakers of Te Reo Māori. Dr Wiri shares “No reira, kia kaha ki te ako mai i to tatau reo taketake o Aotearoa! Be vigilant in learning our native language of Aotearoa/ New Zealand!” He encourages everyone to practice these sayings in Māori: • Mauri tū, mauri ora! – An active life force is a healthy life force! • Mā te whakaharatau e tika ai – Practice makes perfect.
August 2021 BAY OF PLENTY BUSINESS NEWS 9 Anchor AIMS Games. Photos Dave Lintott Trustpower Arena is turning 10! In August Trustpower Baypark Arena is celebrating its 10th anniversary. The Arena has been an integral part of the Tauranga community now for 10 years, hosting more than 4 million guests over a wide range of events, some of which are the largest of their kind in the region. Baypark Arena has also facilitated and supported many local sports clubs and community groups over this time. To mark this monumental occasion Trustpower Baypark will be hosting a Family Fun Day on Sunday 29 August from 10am – 2pm. Mark your calendars for free entertainment, activities, giant cake and much more for the entire family. Canvas Tauranga Careers Expo 2021 Which University is best? How do I get into the trades? Am I doing the right courses? Should I leave school now? Can I retrain? How can I make an impact in my job? The Tauranga Careers Expo 2019 brings it all together in one huge arena, helping you find direction for your next career move. This expo brings together leading businesses from across the Western Bay of Plenty’s diverse industry sectors, alongside the best Universities, trade and tertiary training providers from across New Zealand. Don’t miss this free expo on 30 & 31 July from 10am – 3pm. University of Auckland – Tauranga Future Student Evening Future Student Evenings are an opportunity for whānau, parents, caregivers and students to hear about what the University of Auckland has to offer. You want the best for your family member. You want them to earn a quality degree that will help equip them for the paths they choose to take. But you also want to know that during their time at University they are happy, safe, supported, and that they are making the most of the opportunities presented to them. The University of Auckland Future Student Evening on 2 August was designed to answer the questions you may have as a parent or guardian, so you can help them make an informed choice – a choice that will help set them up for life. Battle in the Bay 2021 Based in the heart of Tauranga, the Bay Twisters is the only not for profit cheerleading club with USASF Coaches in New Zealand. In 2016 Bay Twisters hosted the first cheer leading competition in the Bay of Plenty, the event proved extremely popular. There were local and international celebrities, TV appearances and a Guinness World Record attempt to name some of the excitement. Now in its 5th year and a 2 day event, Battle in the Bay 2021 promises to be a memorable event. 7 August – Teams Compete & 8 August – Specialities Compete. Benee Formidable indie-pop sensation and rising global superstar BENEE announced a nationwide regional Benee tour for August. BENEE will visit every corner of the country, hitting eight different towns and cities throughout the month. The ‘Supalonely’ singer has had an incredible 18 months, from releasing her debut album ‘Hey U X’, to sharing the album with Kiwi crowds on a sold-out eight-date tour in late 2020 and being named on Forbes 30 under 30 Asia 2021 list. Worldwide streams in the billions have made her one of the most exciting new acts to have emerged anywhere. Following the success of her October tour, BENEE recognised that fans outside the main centres don’t often get the opportunity to experience fullscale pop concerts in their own backyards. Throughout August, she will bring her trademark infectious energy to crowds across Aotearoa to get people up on their feet for a groove-worthy night. Anchor AIMS Games BENEE will perform eight headline shows across the country, visiting New Plymouth, Palmerston North, Porirua, Invercargill, Nelson, Tauranga, Napier and Hamilton. For complete tour, ticket and VIP information go to www.livenation. co.nz. Anchor AIMS Games Anchor AIMS Games is an interschool sporting competition for young sportspeople across New Zealand and the wider South Pacific. On 4 – 10 September many thousands of 11 to 13-year-olds will gather in Tauranga to compete against their age in a variety of individual and team sports. For many, this is their first experience of a super-scale sports event, complete with an opening ceremony, professional livestream coverage and world-class facilities. Anchor AIMS Games encourages an active life, fair play, and participation across a variety of sports. Many professional Kiwi athletes have come through the Games on their way to specialisation and achievement on the world stage. Premier Venue Battle in the Bay Trustpower Baypark is Tauranga’s Premier Venue for conferences, meetings, entertainment and exhibitions. Offering a complete package in one convenient location that features state of the art meeting rooms, in-house catering, audio visual services, professional conference organiser (PCO) and marketing/promotional services. For more information on any events, enquiries for Trustpower Baypark venues, BayStation activities or service on/off site from BayCatering, BayAudioVisual visit www.trustpowerbaypark.co.nz or email events@bayvenues.co.nz.
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