Tiriti advocate and lawyer Tania Waikato has responded to comments made by Education Minister Erica Stanford this week.
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The inclusion of Māori signs and concepts have Turi Māori, those in the Māori Deaf community, celebrating.
Wednesday 4:29pm
Hare Pota me te Pakohu Kura Huna (Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets) was launched today at the Toitū te Reo Māori Festival in Hastings.
Fri, Nov 14
The group were one of six representing the rohe (region) of Tainui, emerging from a competitive event that saw 62 groups compete.
Fri, Nov 7
The bill's passing marks a significant milestone in settling decades-long historical grievances with the Crown.
Wed, Nov 5
A western Bay of Plenty iwi is reviving its waka traditions through building and launching waka on the Kaituna River and its waterways.
Tue, Nov 4
A government-iwi partnership has announced an affordable housing scheme in Rotorua that's set to deliver 80 rental homes by mid-2027.
Thu, Oct 2
Artists travelled to New York for the 41st anniversary of the revolutionary Te Māori exhibition and hope for greater recognition of contemporary – and living – Māori art on the global stage.
Thu, Sep 11
Taranaki Maunga and its surrounding peaks are collectively known as the legal person, Te Kāhui Tupua.
Fri, Aug 22
The largest Māori tertiary provider in the country has announced a proposed "organisational redesign" that will cut around 60 roles.
Wed, Aug 20
An old portrait of a kuia has been in the Meltzer whānau for around 50 years, but the current family custodian wants it returned to her people.
Fri, Aug 15
The boards from across the country are taking a single stance on proposed policy changes they say will reduce their statutory role in the health system.
Thu, Aug 7
A kuia has been left devastated after Hobson’s Pledge used her image in a billboard campaign against Māori wards.
Wed, Aug 6
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Ten rangatahi, aged between 18 and 30, will represent iwi from across the motu on behalf of the National Iwi Chairs Forum (NICF).
Tue, Aug 5
The head office for RSAs is cracking down on unpaid fees and pushing through a new constitution despite widespread opposition.
Fri, Jul 25
A collective of wāhine Māori carvers is creating a safe environment to support women who want to learn the craft.
Hailing from small town Ruatoki, Bay of Plenty, Nikau and Arahina Black have risen to top of their age group in New Zealand to qualify for the event.
Thu, Jul 3
A prototype machine is being trialled by Northland iwi health provider Te Hau Ora o Ngāpuhi.
Wed, Jun 4
The new Papapounamu housing development in New Plymouth is move-in ready.
Thu, May 29
Wellington's Te Kura Kaupapa Māori o Ngā Mokopuna is set for a complete new build after decades of operating from dilapidated and rundown classrooms.
Tue, May 27
The Government’s announcement yesterday has attracted strong criticism over the cuts made to Māori initiatives and pay equity claims.
Fri, May 23
More than 100 staff from Te Pūtahitanga o Te Waipounamu were farewelled yesterday at Ngā Hau e Whā Marae, in Christchurch, where Whānau Ora was introduced.
Fri, May 16
Internet governance and Māori inclusion was discussed at the inaugural national Māori Internet hui, Kauwaka Te Ipurangi.
Thu, May 15
TRENZ, the country’s largest tourism trade event is underway in Rotorua showcasing some of the best places and experiences the country has to offer.
Wed, May 7
Teenager Janie Taiiringa-Roimata Bennett was diagnosed with a malignant bone cancer – her whānau are using tikanga Māori to help them all through the experience.
Wed, Apr 16
