CrestClean supports Māori Principals at Te Akatea Hui Taumata in Wellington

Te Akatea (NZ Māori Principals Association) held its annual Hui Taumata in Wellington this April, bringing together passionate school leaders from all over the country. The Hui Taumata is the association’s national conference where principals and educational leaders gather to share knowledge and strengthen Māori-led education. As proud sponsors of

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