Te Ao Māori
'We had a democratic process' for Māori ward, mayor says
Gisborne councillors have voiced frustration the central government will make them redo their work.
Court reserves decision on Tribunal's summons to Children's Minister
The Crown claims the Tribunal has acted in an unlawful and coercive manner, despite having the authority to summons Karen Chhour.
Whakataukī of the Week with Dr Hirini Kaa
The manukura of St John's Theological College picks a whakataukī that means 'it is the job of the children to smash the calabash'. Audio
Mayor hits out at government's Māori ward changes
Moko Tepania says the government's plan is 'disheartening' when they are already on the back foot with issues facing the region.
Video Trailer | NZ Wars: Stories of Tauranga Moana
NZ Wars: Stories of Tauranga Moana recounts the events that unfolded in the Bay of Plenty and their far-reaching consequences for future generations. Video
Sandy Adsett: 'If I paint by the numbers it's no good'
Over the past 60 years Maoridom has produced many prominent artists and one who definitely belongs in that category is Sandy Adsett, although he prefers to see himself as a painter. Audio
'This is a showcase of the best kapa haka on offer in Australia'
Kapa haka groups from across Australia will gather on the Gold Coast this weekend for the regional competitions to find the groups who will qualify for Te Matatini 2025.
Luxon: Waitangi Tribunal comments 'ill considered'
Comments from ACT and NZ First ministers about the Tribunal were "ill considered" and "that message will be underscored" to them, the PM says. Audio
Crown lawyers attempt to block Waitangi Tribunal summons
The Tribunal had called on Minister for Children Karen Chhour to provide evidence at an urgent inquiry into the repeal of Section 7AA of the Oranga Tamariki Act.
Damaged Treaty display at Te Papa to come down next week
A Treaty of Waitangi display at Te Papa in Wellington which was spray painted last year will be taken down next week.
Lawyers call Shane Jones' Waitangi Tribunal comments 'inappropriate'
The Māori Law Society says his comments breach the principle of the separation of powers and the Cabinet Manual.
AI mistaking Māori woman as thief no surprise to experts
Māori AI and data ethicist Karaitiana Taiuru believes there are other Māori who have been affected but have not yet come forward.
Iwi steps in to ease gang tensions after rugby club van shot at
Mongrel Mob and Black Power leaders are confident the fracas was a "one-off", Ngāti Kahungunu chair says. Audio
Olympic kākahu blessed ahead of Paris Games
The Māori King, Kiingi Tuheitia, has blessed the feathered cloak to be worn by New Zealand's flag bearers at the Olympic Games.
Whakataukī of the Week with Julian Wilcox
Award-winning broadcaster and host of RNZ's Māpuna Julian Wilcox joins Emile Donovan to share a whakataukī close to his heart, attributed to the late Erima Henare. Audio
New Māori health facility opens in Hamilton
Hamilton's new Te Kōhao Health, Wellness and Diagnostic Centre is designed to give Māori in the region tino rangatiratanga over their own health.
Maori art pioneer Fred Graham
Mapuna visits Māori art pioneer Fred Graham at his home in Waiuku. He was part of a generation of young Maori artists who emerged after World War Two who forged a new path in contemporary art. Audio
Tauranga to host national iwi forum
Tauranga is set to host the next National Iwi Chairs Forum from 1 to 3 May. The hui will bring together iwi leaders from across Aotearoa to deliberate on issues...
Urgent Waitangi Tribunal inquiry held into government Oranga Tamariki change
The Government has been warned against repealing Oranga Tamariki's Treaty commitments.
I Was There When: The Ngāi Tahu claim was settled
Back in 1998, Otākou kaumātua and key Ngāi Tahu negotiator Edward Ellison was sat in the public gallery when his iwi's landmark settlement was passed in parliament. Audio