"Food pricing and accessibility, for Māori in particular, are key areas that we can influence and enhance the food system for better health outcomes for all communities," Tunks said.
Bay of Plenty District Health Board community educator and chef Stephen Cameron, who was an oral health promoter with the Community Dental Services, would use a practical approach to learning.
Participants would be supported to develop their own tikanga (customs) for kai based on the connections to their marae.
Rereata Makiha would share his knowledge on the Māori lunar calendar and how during a typical lunar month, some days are noted as being favourable for resource harvesting.
This collaboration concludes with the launch of Ngati Ranginui's new six-month programme Mauri Ora Whānau Journey, a journey of wānanga and fun physical activities for the whole whānau.