2019
Southland Chamber of Commerce launches a Leadership Academy course as part of the Stewart Island Rakiura Future Opportunities Project.
16 locals were selected to receive the training package targeting aspiring community leaders.
2020
Rakiura Future Thinkers rebrand and become Future Rakiura Incorporated Society
The vision is set as “promoting a bright and sustainable future for Stewart Island Rakiura” and Society Rules are adopted to facilitate reaching our goals.
Waitangi Hangi 1
Community Meetings
Start up funding received
2021
Building a base
Waitangi Hangi 2
Internet Connectivity Survey
Emergency helicopter landing pad in collaboration with the Stewart Island Health Committee
Annual community meeting
2022
Moving forward
Community calendar concept comes to life
Mental health and wellbeing workshops in collaboration with the Stewart Island Health Committee
Annual community meeting
2023
The baton is passed on
Long-standing Committee members pass the torch to new and returning people
Storm water drain litter traps are installed
Annual community meeting
See how we’re supporting our island future right now on our Current Projects page