Wiremu Gray is a Māori counsellor, educator, and cultural leader with over twenty years’ experience across education, leadership, and community wellbeing. He is the creator of Te Whare Mauri Ora, an innovative Indigenous wellbeing model that integrates Māori knowledge with Western psychological frameworks. Wiremu’s work focuses on enhancing holistic wellbeing, suicide prevention, and leadership through culturally grounded, strengths-based approaches. A trained Māori carver and experienced coach, he brings creativity and lived experience to his practice. Wiremu currently works alongside schools, counsellors, and community leaders across New Zealand, supporting inclusive, hope-centred systems that nurture mauri ora — flourishing life.

Ko Te Ahupatiki, ko Hikurangi ōku maunga Ko Koukourarata, ko Waiapu ōku awa Ko Makawhiu, ko Horouta ōku waka Ko Kai Tahu rāua ko Ngāti Porou ōku iwi Ko Dot Singh taku ingoa Ehara taku toa i te toa takitahi, engari he toa takitini. Success is not the work of an individual, but the work of many. I am the Tumuaki of Te Kura o Tuahiwi, a Māori- medium kura in North Canterbury, with over 25 years in education. I am passionate about providing high-quality education for our ākonga and honouring the vital role of Indigenous culture in health and wellbeing, creating spaces where our tamariki can thrive.