About Whiti Mai Rānui

Community-led development in Rānui

Whiti Mai Rānui (formerly the Rānui Accord) is a collective of local organisations working together to support community-led development in Rānui.

Together, we work alongside local whānau, community groups, organisations and partners to strengthen connections, coordinate collective action, and bring our shared vision for Rānui to life.


Who we are

Whiti Mai Rānui brings together seven place-based organisations committed to working alongside the Rānui community.

  • Rānui 135

  • Rānui Action Project

  • Rānui Baptist Community Care

  • Rānui Community Centre & Garden

  • Rānui Library

  • Rānui Primary School

  • Te Waipuna Puawai

Together, we share knowledge, build partnerships, and work towards a stronger, more connected Rānui.

How we work

By Rānui
Community knowledge, ideas and leadership come from the people of Rānui.

With Rānui
We work alongside whānau, organisations, groups and partners to create positive change together.

For Rānui
Everything we do is focused on strengthening connection, belonging and wellbeing for our community.

Our work

We work across three key areas to support community-led development in Rānui.

Community Voice

Listening to community

Research, engagement and lived experience help us understand what matters most to the people of Rānui. These insights continue to shape our work together.

Collective Action

Working together

We bring Whiti Te Rā to life by coordinating projects, partnerships, funding and initiatives that create positive change across Rānui.

Community Connection

Connecting people & opportunities

Through storytelling, events and local information, we help people discover what's happening in Rānui, connect with one another, and celebrate our community.