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National agriculture spokesman Nathan Guy. Photo / Supplied

THE COUNTRY

Nathan Guy attacks Primary Sector Council choices

27 Apr, 2018 12:00pm

2 minutes to read

Te Rerenga Kōtuku claimed first place at the Ngati Kahungunu Regional Kapa Haka Competition. Photo / Supplied

HAWKE'S BAY TODAY

Wairoa dominates regional kapa kaka competition

22 Apr, 2018 7:40pm
4 minutes to read

Thousands of people flooded the Wairoa township for the regional competition on Saturday.

People can help save the Waitakere Ranges' dieback-threatened kauri - by avoiding them. Photo / File

NEW ZEALAND

Comment: How we're loving our kauri to death

22 Apr, 2018 4:21pm
5 minutes to read

People can help save the Waitakere Ranges' dieback-threatened kauri - by avoiding them.

Both Te Arawa and those who aren't attended Te Puawananga o Te Arawa at Toi Ohomai. PHOTO/STEPHEN PARKER

ROTORUA DAILY POST

Revitalised Te Arawa course a success

22 Apr, 2018 9:46am
3 minutes to read

Attendees learned waiata, karakia, whakapapa and te reo at the weekend course.

Deputy Prime Minister Kelvin Davis will be at Omahu Marae tomorrow for the latest Crown-Maori relationships hui. Photo/File

HAWKE'S BAY TODAY

Hui on Crown and Maori relationship at marae

21 Apr, 2018 6:00am
2 minutes to read

Hui will be held at Omahu Marae on Sunday, 10am-2pm.

The University of Waikato wants to contract out its Pathways College to a private provider but teachers and the union claim it will damage the quality of education there. Photo / Supplied

NEW ZEALAND

Waikato uni reputation at stake, says union

19 Apr, 2018 5:00am
4 minutes to read

Waikato Pathways College staff say Maori and Pasifika students will lose in restructure.

NEW ZEALAND

'These kids just want to be the same' - Oranga Tamariki CEO asks for help

18 Apr, 2018 6:40pm
6 minutes to read

All New Zealanders have an opportunity to help.

THE COUNTRY | Rural events

Agribusiness leader Traci Houpapa to speak in Whanganui

18 Apr, 2018 8:00am
2 minutes to read

One of the 100 most influential women in farming will speak in Whanganui.

NEW ZEALAND

Brian Gill: Bullying humanities have NZ science in retreat

18 Apr, 2018 5:00am
4 minutes to read

COMMENT: Scientific research now faces tests of cultural acceptability.

Koro Carman, of Footprints Waipoua, said it was important to have so many influential people in Northland for the World Indigenous Tourism Summit. Photo / Michael Cunningham

NORTHERN ADVOCATE

International delegates gather in Northland for indigenous summit

17 Apr, 2018 9:00am
3 minutes to read

It's the first time New Zealand has hosted the conference, now in its third year.

NEW ZEALAND

Soldiers flying mental health flag

17 Apr, 2018 5:00am
4 minutes to read

Army heroes helping change mental health attitudes.

Te Runanga o Ngai Takoto CEO Rangitane Marsden

BUSINESS

Wetland extraction joint venture will help 'future-proof' iwi

16 Apr, 2018 5:00am
4 minutes to read

Venture will provide ''economic, environmental and employment opportunities'', iwi says.

WANGANUI CHRONICLE

Your view: 'Maori were patriots fighting for their rights'

15 Apr, 2018 5:00pm
4 minutes to read

Readers speak out on the 'grievance industry'; the Pope and hell; abortion and fluoride

BUSINESS

Maori economy focus of business leader's talk

14 Apr, 2018 12:00pm
2 minutes to read

Agribusiness leader Traci Houpapa will speak in Whanganui about the Maori economy.

NEW ZEALAND

Lizzie Marvelly: When you're white, racism doesn't exist

14 Apr, 2018 5:00am
5 minutes to read

COMMENT: Why do we feel so uncomfortable when someone points it out?

Western Springs College has a unique co-governance structure including a Māori-immersion

NEW ZEALAND

No streaming credited for top NCEA results

11 Apr, 2018 5:53pm
4 minutes to read

Māori and Pasifika students did much better at Western Springs than nationally.

TRAVEL

The Russian doll

11 Apr, 2018 5:53pm
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An instantly recognisable symbol of the Motherland, here's what you need to know before bringing home a set of mini Muscovites

Kiwis have weighed in on Taika Waititi's comments. Photo / Getty Images

NEW ZEALAND

Kiwis respond to Taika Waititi's racism comments

10 Apr, 2018 3:19pm
5 minutes to read

Kiwis weigh in on Taika Waititi's racism comments.

Treaty Negotations Minister Andrew Little says further top-ups will be given to iwi as other settlements are completed. Photo / George Novak

NEW ZEALAND

Govt pays $35m in Treaty top-ups

10 Apr, 2018 2:48pm
2 minutes to read

Andrew Little says he hopes to complete the remaining 50 Treaty deals this term.

NEW ZEALAND

'Is there racism in New Zealand? Undeniably': Jacinda Ardern

10 Apr, 2018 9:30am
3 minutes to read

The Prime Minister and Susan Devoy have responded to director Taika Waititi's comments

WANGANUI CHRONICLE

Letters: Prisoner rehabilitation: A health issue or a social issue

8 Apr, 2018 4:00pm
4 minutes to read

Your say: Prisoner rehabilitation; farming v cycling; free speech; Queens park re-naming

Greens co-leader James Shaw (right), sitting next to Julie Anne Genter, the unsuccessful candidate for the party's female co-leader role. Photo / Michael Craig

NEW ZEALAND

Davidson's landslide Greens win

8 Apr, 2018 2:28pm
3 minutes to read

Marama Davidson wins over three-quarters of vote to be new Greens co-leader.

Advisor to Māori King, Rangi Whakaruru, left, arrives at Auckland Airport from Wellington with King Tuheitia Paki. Māori King's office trust bought five expensive luxury cars. Photo / Peter Meecham

NEW ZEALAND

Maori King's trust lends $83k for travel

8 Apr, 2018 5:00am
4 minutes to read

Low-interest related-party loan used to cover improperly-billed travel expenses.

The future of Hato Petera College at Northcote on Auckland's North Shore is up for consultation after its roll fell to just one student. Photo / Nick Reed

NEW ZEALAND

Uncertain times for North Shore school with only one pupil

6 Apr, 2018 3:06pm
4 minutes to read

"Commissioner has raised concerns about the sustainability of the school."

Kelvin Davis is seeking feedback from the public to shape his role as Minister of Crown/Maori Relations. Photo/Michael Cunningham

NORTHERN ADVOCATE

Davis to host hui to shape Crown/Maori relations

6 Apr, 2018 1:00pm
2 minutes to read

The Minister is holding hui in Kaitaia and Whangarei to seek feedback on new role.

More rehabilitation work is being done in prison ... but not enough when the inmate steps outside.

WANGANUI CHRONICLE

Chester Borrows: Justice must be based on evidence, not emotion

6 Apr, 2018 12:00pm
4 minutes to read

We need protections for victims and offenders -- because they are largely the same people

Sir Bob Jones' 'Maori Gratitude Day' column passes free-speech test on 7:4 vote. Photo / Brett Phibbs

BUSINESS

Sir Bob's 'racist' column survives ethics trial

6 Apr, 2018 11:35am
4 minutes to read

Column 'malicious and infantile' but council dismisses 'racist' complaint.

On the go _ Whanganui's new MP Harete Hipango is adjusting to the pace of life at Parliament.

WANGANUI CHRONICLE

Harete Hipango: Passage of law frustrating when good ideas are dismissed

5 Apr, 2018 12:02pm
4 minutes to read

Applying the law as a lawyer was less complicated than attempts to shape and make the law

Police work can be dangerous, but the dangers can skew debate about law and order policy. Picture / file.

NEW ZEALAND

Crime debate needs less - not more - provocation

5 Apr, 2018 5:00am
4 minutes to read

Sensible Sentencing Trust is increasingly out of step with the country says Jarrod Gilbert

FLYING VISIT: Barack Obama came to the country for golf and a chat.

WANGANUI CHRONICLE

Your view: Readers get it off their chest

4 Apr, 2018 8:00pm
5 minutes to read

Readers have their say on city apartments; Obama's visit; regional rates; and Maori Party

Denise Perkins, wife of House of Shem lead singer and gutiarist Carl Perkins, pictured, was threatened with being trespassed by hospital staff. Photo / File

NEW ZEALAND

Hospital turfs singer's wife from his bedside

4 Apr, 2018 4:05pm
4 minutes to read

Hone Harawira says Denise Perkins was left distraught by the incident.

NEW ZEALAND

Brian Rudman: Time for PM to call in a favour

4 Apr, 2018 5:00am
4 minutes to read

COMMENT: Help is needed from NZ First to change bail and parole law.

Arthur Te Anini is an advocate for advanced care plans that detail a person's last wishes. Photo / Supplied

NEW ZEALAND

Kiwis encouraged to note their death wishes

3 Apr, 2018 1:13pm
4 minutes to read

One man with severe breathing issues wants to smell like Old Spice until he dies.

WANGANUI CHRONICLE

Letters: Game animal back from brink of extinction

2 Apr, 2018 2:00pm
5 minutes to read

Sportsmanship has gone by the board due to the win-at-all-costs philosophy of Ocker land.

National MP Erica Stanford is backing a private members' bill to change the school decile system

WANGANUI CHRONICLE

Terry Sarten: It's not where we are - it's how we get there

2 Apr, 2018 1:00pm
4 minutes to read

National MP's bill to change school decile system missing the point

STEREOTYPED: Is this what the average board of directors looks like?

WANGANUI CHRONICLE

Chester Borrows: Don't worry - there is always an old white guy to blame

1 Apr, 2018 3:43pm
4 minutes to read

'Stale, pale males" may end up so under-represented they become a sought-after demographic

Adviser Rangi Whakaruru with King Tūheitia. Photo / Peter Meecham

NEW ZEALAND

$46k tummy tuck mystery: Who used Māori King's fund to pay for surgery?

1 Apr, 2018 9:49am
4 minutes to read

Official investigation into $46k payment from King's fund for weight-loss treatment

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern and Minister for Children Tracey Martin announcing a Royal Commission of Inquiry will be held into historical abuse of children in state care. Photo / Mark Mitchell

NEW ZEALAND

State-care abuse: Time to have your say

30 Mar, 2018 3:36pm
3 minutes to read

Submissions into the inquiry are now welcome.

New Zealand Kiwifruit Growers Inc chief executive Nikki Johnson says there are be fewer international students available for seasonal kiwifruit jobs.

BUSINESS

Zespri: Kiwifruit crop increase could lead to labour shortage

30 Mar, 2018 10:35am
2 minutes to read

Kiwifruit crops are due to ripen faster than anticipated - and pickers are needed.

Award winner Lupesina Koro, of Auckland University, wants to see Maori and Pacific people succeed in maths and science. Photo / supplied

NEW ZEALAND

Maths weakness shocks winner

28 Mar, 2018 5:00pm
4 minutes to read

Prime Minister Jacinda Adern to honour outstanding Pacific youth

NEW ZEALAND

Revealed: Obama's hui with Maori leaders

28 Mar, 2018 9:04am
3 minutes to read

Former US president commends the Maori women leaders of New Zealand.

Law means coroners must weigh cultural feelings when deciding contact with dead. Photo / 123RF

NEW ZEALAND

Better access to dead for grieving families

28 Mar, 2018 5:00am
2 minutes to read

Coroners have to consider the culture of grieving families when deciding access.

Utufiti Taunoa died suddenly on the rugby field and his widow was not allowed to touch him in the morgue.

NEW ZEALAND

Widow: I just wanted to wipe his face

28 Mar, 2018 5:00am
3 minutes to read

Grieving wife told she couldn't even touch her dead husband because of rules.

THE COUNTRY | Lifestyle

Logs 'come to life' in Tongariro National Park

27 Mar, 2018 5:00am
4 minutes to read

Pouwhenua mark cultural significance of Tongariro. Made with funding from NZ on Air.

Ngahiwi Tomoana, chairman of Ngati Kahungunu Incorporated

HAWKE'S BAY TODAY

Prisons: More reading and writing, less bleeding and fighting

26 Mar, 2018 8:00am
4 minutes to read

Our goal is to empty prisons and literacy programme powerful tool to reach that goal.

Maori and Pacific Island babies with a rare but potentially fatal heart defect are less likely to survive than their Pakeha counterparts, new research finds. Photo / File

NEW ZEALAND

Ethnicity a factor in baby heart defects

26 Mar, 2018 5:00am
3 minutes to read

Maori, Pacific Island babies with a rare heart defect are less likely to survive.

Some of the women who met with Barack Obama this morning: Deirdre Otene, left, Liana Poutu, former US Ambassador's wife Nancy Gilbert, and Lynell Huria.

NEW ZEALAND

Obama's gone - but told to bring Michelle next time

23 Mar, 2018 4:35pm
5 minutes to read

Obama has left but 20 Maori women got the last chance to talk to him over brunch.

Maori voters will get to decide soon which roll they want to be on for the next two general elections / Photo: Herald on Sunday

Māori or general roll decision time

23 Mar, 2018 12:00pm
2 minutes to read

Māori voters have the next four months to decide which roll they want to be on

NEW ZEALAND

Maori roll or general roll?

23 Mar, 2018 12:00pm
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Maori roll or general roll?. / Maori Option

Barack Obama gave Jacinda Ardern advice on how to juggle parenting and a position in politics. Photo / Getty

NEW ZEALAND

Obama leaves today after one last glimpse of NZ

23 Mar, 2018 5:00am
4 minutes to read

Former president handles the hongi and powhiri in style.

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