Toi Collective

Toi (noun): indigenous, native

abbreviation of my son's middle name Toitoi

Toi Collective is a proudly Māori-owned pakihi situated in the heart of Ōtorohanga. We believe in the power of collective growth and seek to uplift our Māori community by providing products that embrace our Māoritanga. Our mission is to celebrate and sustain Māori culture for years to come.

Ko wai mātou | Who are we

Ko Terina Rangitutia te kaiurungi o tēnei waka. He uri ia nō Ngāti Raukawa me Ngāti Toa Rangatira.

Terina, Founder of Toi Collective, is a mother to two beautiful tamariki. She is a learner and advocate for Te Reo Māori, emphasizing the importance of reclaiming Te Reo Māori through our products and resources.

Toi Collective came to life through a passion for kākahu Māori, championing Te Reo Māori despite being her second language. The motivation increased when she became a Māmā to her son, Ngapuke Toitoi.

Ko Lennox Stones tō Terina hoa tāne. He uri ia nō Te Rarawa, Ngāpuhi, Te Arawa hoki.

Ko Ngapuke Toitoi rāua ko Reikāmeha ā rāua tamariki.

Our Core Values

We adhere to three core values in our mahi; these are:

  • Kaitiakitanga - Ecological sustainability, including the use of non-harsh chemicals and recyclable packaging in caring for our taiao.
  • Mātauranga - Empowering our whānau globally to take pride in their Māoritanga and integrating Te Ao Māori into our business practices
  • Whanaungatanga - Building relationships and making connections with our wider community and whānau.