FAQ
2023 Census iwi affiliation and Māori descent by household and dwellings.
What 2023 Census data is being released by Te Kāhui Raraunga on 26 September 2024?
On Thursday 26 September, Te Kāhui Raraunga are releasing 2023 Census individuals and dwellings data by iwi affiliation and Māori descent on Te Whata. This means you will be able to see how many people are in your iwi. You’ll also see where people in your iwi live in Aotearoa at a regional level.
Where can I view the data once it has been released?
Insights will be available on Te Whata on Thursday 26 September. We will also be sharing information about the release on our social media channels and website.
Do I need a login to view 2023 Census data insights on 26 September 2024?
No, anyone can view the available insights once they’re on Te Whata. Logins are for Iwi Information Managers, Trustees, CEOs, managers and relevant Iwi Māori Partnership Board employees. Read more about Iwi Data and Iwi Information Managers on Te Whata.
Why is Te Kāhui Raraunga only releasing some 2023 Census data on 26 September 2024? I provided more information on my Census form.
Te Kāhui Raraunga is releasing Individuals and dwellings data by iwi affiliation and Māori descent data on Te Whata as a result of our Mana Ōrite relationship with Stats NZ. This is the second of three major 2023 Census releases on Te Whata. The final major release on Te Whata will be families, extended families, and households data release by Māori descent and iwi affiliation on 31 October 2024.
All other 2023 Census data will be released by Stats NZ. You can view the full 2023 Census release schedule on the Stats NZ website.
I don’t want to miss out on seeing the insights as soon as they’re released. Is there a way I can receive an update once the insights are ready to view?
If you have a login for Te Whata, you will receive updates to the email associated with your account in the lead up to the release and on the day.
If you do not have a login, follow Te Kāhui Raraunga and Te Whata on social media to see updates about the release. These are:
Can I access data tables for my iwi on 26 September 2024?
Iwi Information Managers and iwi members with read only access to their private iwi page can download their iwi data tables from Te Whata on 26 September 2024. Customised iwi data requests on individuals and dwellings data will also be available through Te Ara Takatū.
Will the data tables available on 26 September 2024 have more detail than what is visible to the public?
Yes, the downloadable iwi data tables will have more detail than what is shown in the insights available on Te Whata. Te Whata insights are produced through analysis of the raw data by specialised Māori data analysts, ensuring these insights are presented in a way that is relevant and meaningful to iwi-Māori.
Will the data released on Thursday 26 September result in changes to Te Whata insights for my iwi?
Yes, all iwi data and insights on Te Whata will be updated with 2023 Census data. These are the first official iwi statistics since the 2013 Census. Added variables, such as education and employment, will vary across iwi, depending on the iwi size, based on 2023 Census responses.
On Thursday 26 September, will I be able to see insights about particular topics for my iwi? For example, how many within my iwi speak te reo Māori?
Yes, and depending on the size of your iwi, you may see some topics and variables in relation to individuals and dwellings data by iwi affiliation and Māori descent. This could include insights on languages spoken, home ownership or qualifications.
The more 2023 Census responses (or affiliations by individuals) collected, the more data is available to analyse. These can then be shared on Te Whata as insights for your iwi.
What 2023 Census data is Te Kāhui Raraunga releasing on 3 October 2024?
On 3 October 2024, Stats NZ is releasing population counts by ethnic group, age, and gender; dwelling counts; iwi affiliation and Māori descent counts; and totals by topic. Stats NZ will also release an infographic that presents Aotearoa New Zealand ‘as a village of 100’, as well as customised data requests.
From 3 October, you will also be able to get total population (of Aotearoa New Zealand) comparisons on Te Whata.
You can view the full release Stats NZ 2023 Census schedule on their website.
In the past, my iwi has received a poster with our key Census insights. Will we receive a poster for this release?
Te Kāhui Raraunga will provide downloadable posters with key 2023 Census insights for your iwi. These will be available later this year, once we have released families, extended families, and households data by Māori descent and iwi affiliation on Te Whata. We’ll share an update on our channels once these posters are available.
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