Bayden Barber
Bayden Barber is the chairman of Ngāti Kahungunu Iwi Incorporated, representing the interests of the local Māori iwi in Hawke's Bay. He emphasizes the need for indigenous engagement in water storage projects to ensure they benefit the environment and the Māori economy. Barber advocates for the health of waterways and the sustainable management of natural resources, reflecting a commitment to the well-being of both the land and his people.
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Bayden Barber, chairman of Ngāti Kahungunu, noted he could not reach McGrath on the day of Crown's sacking.
Napier Mayor Richard McGrath names Roger Brownlie as new Deputy Mayor after Sally Crown stood down
New Zealand· 2026-02-26
Bayden Barber is involved in mediation efforts for the Iwi Chairs Forum amidst the Te Pāti Māori conflict.
How police ‘groupthink’ contributed to Jevon McSkimming scandal – Audrey YoungNew Zealand· 2025-11-13
Bayden Barber is among a handful of iwi representatives who will sit down with the party’s co-leaders and president to work out what can be salvaged.
Iwi leaders step in as Te Pāti Māori tensions escalateNew Zealand· 2025-11-03
Bayden Barber, chair of Ngāti Kahungunu, advocates for the reinstatement of te reo road works signs.
Ngāti Kahungunu wants te reo road works signs reinstatedNew Zealand· 2025-05-20
Bayden Barber is the former chair of Health Hawke’s Bay and is currently standing for re-election as chair of Ngāti Kahungunu iwi.
Cancer rising: How disengagement with the health system might hinder cancer detectionNew Zealand· 2025-04-28
Chairman of Ngāti Kahungunu Iwi Incorporated Bayden Barber also supported the feasibility phase.
HBRC’s Heretaunga dam study a ‘complementary project’ to Central Hawke’s Bay dam, backers sayNew Zealand· 2025-03-06
