"Yes, it is difficult meeting the Government's criteria ... [but] I've found Te Waka outstanding," she said. The wheels of process may turn slowly, but Fisher was excited about some "very big grants" Te Waka will announce in a few months. Ōtorohanga invested $10,000 into Te Waka during its start up and it's about to pay off, Fisher said. SUPPLIED Te Waka CEO Michael Bassett-Foss at Te Waka's one year celebration. Te Waka chief executive Michael Bassett-Foss was happy with how much had been accomplished in the past 12 months.

Source: Stuff October 02, 2019 00:45 UTC