Hon PEENI HENARE: The Government's top priority is to stamp out the COVID-19 virus. Māori are one of the most at-risk communities for COVID-19 and the impacts on whānau are far-reaching, and therefore require a comprehensive and coordinated response. This Government believes that by investing in our Māori health providers, their efforts will support equitable outcomes for Māori across the COVID-19 response. The funding announced yesterday complements the $39 million for COVID-19 support and response announced earlier this year. These providers adopt a kaupapa Māori and whānau-centred approach to service delivery which focuses on meeting the holistic needs of whānau. They place the needs of Māori and their whānau at the centre of everything they do. Because these providers are well connected to their communities, they play an important role in delivering communications about the COVID-19 response that is tailored for Māori communities. Lastly, these providers deliver services that are culturally safe for Māori, and we know that cultural safety is an important part of delivering high-quality services to Māori communities.