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Joseph Los'e
Kaupapa Māori Editor

Joseph Los'e is the New Zealand Herald's Kaupapa Māori Editor.

Ko Taupiri te maunga Ko Waikato te awa Ko Ngāti Maniapoto, ko Tainui, ko Ngāti Tonga nga Iwi Ko Te Kotahitanga, ko Nehenehenui ngā marae Ko Wahanui te tipuna Ko Tavake Los’e rāua ko Kuini Cribb ōku mātua Ko Joseph Los’e tōku ingoa Tēnā koutou, tēnā koutou, tēnā koutou katoa

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Protest bound for Parliament today as projected prisoner numbers soar

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Watch: Auckland mum-of-six dies in ED after failing three times to get help

12 Jun 08:32 PM

Pamela Rasmussen, 40, died after trying three times to get help at hospital.

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More than half of NZ vape products mislabelled, study reveals

05 Jun 09:02 PM

Most mislabelled vapes had significantly less nicotine than promised.

Builder's close-call amid depression crisis in construction
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Builder's close-call amid depression crisis in construction

04 Jun 02:45 AM

Builders say the commitment and weight of running a business can come as a shock

'Silence by Māori': Shane Jones calls out Ngāpuhi leaders after child's death
Kahu

'Silence by Māori': Shane Jones calls out Ngāpuhi leaders after child's death

01 Jun 05:00 PM

A hikoi down Kaikohe’s main street is planned for today at 10am to pay tribute to Catalya

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Gang patch ban: Police reveal how many charges, patches seized
New Zealand|crime

Gang patch ban: Police reveal how many charges, patches seized

31 May 05:00 PM

Police say gangs have largely complied, reducing public fear and intimidation.

'Lasting impact': Māori teen speaks out on beach assault, racial taunts
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'Lasting impact': Māori teen speaks out on beach assault, racial taunts

29 May 06:46 PM

The court granted permanent name suppression for the offender.

Boy impaled on metal post after Auckland FC loss, AT ‘really disappointed’
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Boy impaled on metal post after Auckland FC loss, AT ‘really disappointed’

25 May 09:00 PM

Jude Beattie, 11, underwent emergency surgery at Starship Hospital.

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Millie Elder-Holmes fined $5k for promoting online gambling
New Zealand|crime

Millie Elder-Holmes fined $5k for promoting online gambling

25 May 05:00 PM

Screenshots showed Elder-Holmes promoting overseas gambling from June 2024 to March 2025

'Who has an extra $480?': Sky customer caught in billing blunder
New Zealand

'Who has an extra $480?': Sky customer caught in billing blunder

25 May 12:41 AM

Sky says the error was caught on Friday and the transactions were quickly cancelled.

Incoming Deputy PM: 'Māori will have nothing to fear' says David Seymour
Kahu

Incoming Deputy PM: 'Māori will have nothing to fear' says David Seymour

24 May 05:00 PM

Act's David Seymour will become Deputy PM on May 31, succeeding Winston Peters.

Watch: ‘Don’t want the black girl' - Māori nurse alleges racism from Middlemore Hospital patients
Kahu

Watch: ‘Don’t want the black girl' - Māori nurse alleges racism from Middlemore Hospital patients

18 May 05:00 PM

Nurse says her moko kauae has attracted racism from some older patients at Middlemore.

'My bones are cracking': Boy's trauma as bike crash sparks hunt
Kahu

'My bones are cracking': Boy's trauma as bike crash sparks hunt

17 May 12:00 AM

Police are seeking information about the motorbike involved in the collision.

'I'm a recidivist offender': Woman's journey from criminal to mentor
Kahu

'I'm a recidivist offender': Woman's journey from criminal to mentor

16 May 05:00 PM

Allen has 178 convictions and has devoted herself to helping Northland addicts recover

Kiwi selected to help choose new Archbishop of Canterbury
Kahu

Kiwi selected to help choose new Archbishop of Canterbury

14 May 03:12 AM

Isaac Beach has been selected to help choose the next Archbishop of Canterbury

'He was 20, I was 18': Graduating nurse inspired by lost love
New Zealand|education

'He was 20, I was 18': Graduating nurse inspired by lost love

09 May 10:35 PM

Caring for her young partner to the end of his life inspired Williams to become a nurse.

'Mana over money': Influencers reject gambling promo amid crackdown - two don't comply
Kahu

'Mana over money': Influencers reject gambling promo amid crackdown - two don't comply

05 May 05:00 AM

Te Rawhitiroa Bosch refuses to promote online gambling to his followers on ethical grounds

'Raid us': Ngāpuhi leader asks police to crack down as teens smoke meth in main street
New Zealand|crime

'Raid us': Ngāpuhi leader asks police to crack down as teens smoke meth in main street

02 May 11:53 PM

Ngāpuhi leader Mane Tahere has asked police to crack down hard like they did in Ōpōtiki

On The Up: Whangārei teen wins prestigious $750k scholarship to elite US uni
Kahu

On The Up: Whangārei teen wins prestigious $750k scholarship to elite US uni

18 Apr 05:00 PM

Morris is the first Māori and second New Zealander to win the coveted Karsh Scholarship.

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Gambling promo: Millie Elder-Holmes faces complaint, 26 influencers now on watchlist
Kahu

Gambling promo: Millie Elder-Holmes faces complaint, 26 influencers now on watchlist

17 Apr 05:00 PM

Internal Affairs said it has received 50 complaints about influencers promoting gambling

Mum-of-eight graduates with degree earned during cancer treatment
Kahu

Mum-of-eight graduates with degree earned during cancer treatment

12 Apr 07:00 PM

Parata studied during chemotherapy, often logging in from Auckland Hospital.

‘My life has purpose’: Inside New Zealand’s biggest rehab service
Kahu

‘My life has purpose’: Inside New Zealand’s biggest rehab service

11 Apr 07:00 PM

The foundation supports 80 homes and helps 1500 people reintegrate annually.

Why Brian Tamaki won’t face charges over Te Atatū library incident
Kahu

Why Brian Tamaki won’t face charges over Te Atatū library incident

07 Apr 05:00 PM

Police found insufficient evidence to charge Destiny Church leader after confrontation.

‘Formal warning’: Govt orders influencers to stop promoting gambling
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‘Formal warning’: Govt orders influencers to stop promoting gambling

05 Apr 05:00 PM

Online casinos have enjoyed a surge in promotion online.

'We are still anti-vaccination': Destiny Church defends taking Covid grants
Kahu

'We are still anti-vaccination': Destiny Church defends taking Covid grants

02 Apr 03:12 AM

'We can account for where every dollar went.'

John Tamihere and Govt head to court today over Whānau Ora contracts
Kahu

John Tamihere and Govt head to court today over Whānau Ora contracts

31 Mar 08:06 PM

Christopher Luxon said TPK has made an appropriate operational decision.

‘Why not me?’: Mum of seven pursues dream to retrain as mechanic
New Zealand|education

‘Why not me?’: Mum of seven pursues dream to retrain as mechanic

28 Mar 04:00 PM

Māori and Pasifika student numbers at MIT and Unitec are rising.

See the photos: Local photographer wins World Press Photo award in Amsterdam
Kahu

See the photos: Local photographer wins World Press Photo award in Amsterdam

27 Mar 10:00 AM

The winning project focuses on Ngāi Tūhoe connection to Te Urewera land

Prison hunger strike: Dean Wickliffe hospitalised, parole hearing moved forward
Kahu

Prison hunger strike: Dean Wickliffe hospitalised, parole hearing moved forward

24 Mar 03:30 AM

Wickliffe's parole board hearing has been brought forward due to his declining health.

‘Release me without conditions’: Prison hunger striker tells supporters he’s prepared to die
Kahu

‘Release me without conditions’: Prison hunger striker tells supporters he’s prepared to die

21 Mar 12:06 AM

Dean Wickliffe's parole hearing is set for April 3 but supporters fear he won't last.

Prisoner Dean Wickliffe loses 17kg in hunger strike - lawyer claims
Kahu

Prisoner Dean Wickliffe loses 17kg in hunger strike - lawyer claims

19 Mar 01:13 AM

A guard involved in the altercation has been stood down pending investigation.

Notorious criminal Dean Wickliffe on hunger strike, alleging assault by prison guard
Kahu

Notorious criminal Dean Wickliffe on hunger strike, alleging assault by prison guard

18 Mar 01:28 AM

Dean Wickliffe started his hunger strike on March 10, seeking dignity and fair treatment.

Orere Pt Death: Police taser to provide vital video and audio for investigation
New Zealand|crime

Orere Pt Death: Police taser to provide vital video and audio for investigation

17 Mar 10:13 PM

Police officers involved are being drug-tested and will be interviewed this week.

How three generations are spreading Polynesian love across America
Kahu

How three generations are spreading Polynesian love across America

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Three women from an artistic Auckland family are heading to California.

Rare medical diagnosis saves Waikato man after decades of mystery
Kahu

Rare medical diagnosis saves Waikato man after decades of mystery

15 Mar 04:00 PM

George Moanaroa wants to educate communities about acromegaly with a te ao Māori lens.

Why new Māori student centre sparks debate among politicians
Kahu

Why new Māori student centre sparks debate among politicians

13 Mar 07:17 PM

The centre offers tikanga-based care and kaupapa Māori wellbeing initiatives.

How a community mourns: The legacy of a youth worker lost in tragedy
Kahu

How a community mourns: The legacy of a youth worker lost in tragedy

11 Mar 01:47 AM

Colleagues performed an emotional haka and sang waiata for Sam Matue’s whānau.

Why Richard Prebble’s tribunal resignation is stirring political debate
Kahu

Why Richard Prebble’s tribunal resignation is stirring political debate

06 Mar 06:56 PM

Prebble cited concerns over the tribunal's direction.

‘We have changed our family’s future forever’: An inspiring whānau journey to home ownership
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‘We have changed our family’s future forever’: An inspiring whānau journey to home ownership

04 Mar 10:38 PM

They moved from renting where they paid $611 weekly for a rundown home.

How Māori design is redefining New Zealand’s architectural landscape
Kahu

How Māori design is redefining New Zealand’s architectural landscape

01 Mar 04:00 PM

The series showcases projects incorporating tikanga and mātauranga Māori.

Mother-daughter showdown set for NZ Manu championship final
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Mother-daughter showdown set for NZ Manu championship final

28 Feb 04:00 PM

Defending champion Fa’atupuinati Berking will compete against her mother, Honani.

How a $48.7m boost is shaping the future of kapa haka
Kahu

How a $48.7m boost is shaping the future of kapa haka

25 Feb 05:31 AM

Finance Minister Nicola Willis received a rock star welcome at Te Matatini's opening day.

‘Kapa haka is in my DNA’: Loreen Henare on her cultural journey
Kahu

‘Kapa haka is in my DNA’: Loreen Henare on her cultural journey

24 Feb 09:14 PM

She became a cultural ambassador, touring globally with New Zealand delegations.

How Efeso Collins' legacy continues to inspire South Auckland youth
Kahu

How Efeso Collins' legacy continues to inspire South Auckland youth

24 Feb 08:30 PM

The former Auckland councillor's mural was unveiled in Manukau, South Auckland.

‘Truly grateful’: Custom mouthguards key to Kelston’s rugby success
Kahu

‘Truly grateful’: Custom mouthguards key to Kelston’s rugby success

23 Feb 10:38 PM

AUT's initiative included dental exams and treatments, ensuring players' safety.

Te Matatini expected to bring $27m boost to Taranaki economy
Kahu

Te Matatini expected to bring $27m boost to Taranaki economy

20 Feb 05:00 PM

This year, 55 teams will perform, the largest number in the event's history.

Top detective assigned to investigation into Te Pāti Māori over alleged data misuse
Kahu

Top detective assigned to investigation into Te Pāti Māori over alleged data misuse

10 Feb 04:00 PM

Detective Superintendent Ross McKay leads the investigation into party activities in 2023.

‘It’s not pretty’: Dave Letele defends work amid online scrutiny
Kahu

‘It’s not pretty’: Dave Letele defends work amid online scrutiny

09 Feb 10:14 PM

BBM delivers $13.50 in social good for every dollar invested, says Letele.

‘It’s a superpower’: Māori values propel RNZAF leader to historic role in Australia
Kahu

‘It’s a superpower’: Māori values propel RNZAF leader to historic role in Australia

07 Feb 04:00 PM

It is the first time a Kiwi has held such a high-ranking role in the RAAF.

The economist who wants to be Auckland’s first Māori mayor
Kahu

The economist who wants to be Auckland’s first Māori mayor

06 Feb 04:01 PM

Auckland councillor Kerrin Leoni opposes the sale of strategic assets like airport shares.

Why this Waitangi Day Google Doodle is a cultural milestone
Kahu

Why this Waitangi Day Google Doodle is a cultural milestone

05 Feb 11:01 AM

The central figures perform a hongi, sharing the breath of life in the artwork.

'A force of nature': Tributes flow for Dame Iritana Tāwhiwhirangi
New Zealand

'A force of nature': Tributes flow for Dame Iritana Tāwhiwhirangi

02 Feb 01:14 AM

National leaders have praised her impact on Māori education.

After losing 100kg, ‘the Brown Buttabean’ tackles NZ’s obesity crisis
Kahu

After losing 100kg, ‘the Brown Buttabean’ tackles NZ’s obesity crisis

27 Jan 07:31 PM

New Zealand has the third-highest adult obesity rate in the OECD.

How L.A.B and Corrella’s new song embodies Te Matatini’s spirit
Kahu

How L.A.B and Corrella’s new song embodies Te Matatini’s spirit

23 Jan 06:15 PM

'We Belong' celebrates unity and welcomes all to Te Matatini in New Plymouth.

Why the Māori Queen’s visit to Rātana marks a new era
Kahu

Why the Māori Queen’s visit to Rātana marks a new era

22 Jan 04:00 PM

The Kīngitanga and Te Pāti Māori will be welcomed at 3pm Thursday.

Māori health group urges open dialogue with new minister Simeon Brown
Kahu

Māori health group urges open dialogue with new minister Simeon Brown

21 Jan 07:53 PM

Hapai CEO Jacqui Harema sees Brown's lack of health experience as an opportunity.

Why new Waitangi Tribunal appointments are sparking controversy in Māoridom
Kahu

Why new Waitangi Tribunal appointments are sparking controversy in Māoridom

20 Jan 08:34 PM

New members include Phillip Crump, Tipene Chrisp and Vanessa Eparaima on three-year terms.

$100 vouchers to fill out Census: Stats NZ inquiry clears Whānau Ora of data breach
New Zealand|politics

$100 vouchers to fill out Census: Stats NZ inquiry clears Whānau Ora of data breach

19 Jan 04:00 PM

First of two inquiries after whistleblowers' allegations makes several recommendations.

‘Pathetic’: Jonah Lomu’s family in tennis centre spat
New Zealand

‘Pathetic’: Jonah Lomu’s family in tennis centre spat

11 Jan 04:00 PM

Tennis Auckland denies Lomu family access as coaching credentials spark controversy.

‘Uneducated cannibals’: Racial abuse, assault alleged after woman asked to leash dog
Kahu

‘Uneducated cannibals’: Racial abuse, assault alleged after woman asked to leash dog

10 Jan 04:00 PM

'We were simply asking her to be respectful.'

‘Inundated’: Over 20k submissions flood Parliament deadline
Kahu

‘Inundated’: Over 20k submissions flood Parliament deadline

07 Jan 07:27 PM

Calls grow to extend Treaty Bill submission deadline amid tech issues.

‘Go out there and do the mahi’: Che Wilson on aunt Dame Tariana Turia’s legacy
Kahu

‘Go out there and do the mahi’: Che Wilson on aunt Dame Tariana Turia’s legacy

06 Jan 04:00 PM

Dame Tariana Turia's legacy honoured; whānau urged to 'do the mahi' against Treaty bill.

Watch: Politicians arrive as Dame Tariana Turia remembered at Whangaehu Marae
live
Kahu

Watch: Politicians arrive as Dame Tariana Turia remembered at Whangaehu Marae

05 Jan 07:59 PM

Ngai Tahu, Ngati Kahungunu join mourning for Māori Party co-leader.

Watch: Auckland bar brawl erupts after man allegedly punches woman for refusing dance
New Zealand

Watch: Auckland bar brawl erupts after man allegedly punches woman for refusing dance

21 Dec 10:30 PM

Headquarters owner Leo Molloy has offered to compensate the young victim and her father.

Saved by generosity: Dave Letele's foodbank revival brings festive hope
Kahu

Saved by generosity: Dave Letele's foodbank revival brings festive hope

15 Dec 07:48 PM

Over 1000 Xmas hampers and toys delivered in Auckland, Hamilton, Tokoroa and Te Kuiti.

How a life-changing tragedy inspired a young woman's medical journey
Kahu

How a life-changing tragedy inspired a young woman's medical journey

14 Dec 04:15 PM

Dr Melenia Kaitaeifo, inspired by her brother's tragic death, graduates as a doctor from Otago.

'No tolerance': Police brace for gang influx at Mob boss funeral after untimely death
Kahu

'No tolerance': Police brace for gang influx at Mob boss funeral after untimely death

10 Dec 06:27 AM

The Mongrel Mob are off to Napier for Angus Benson's tangi as police ensure public safety.

Waitangi Tribunal: Crown breached Te Tiriti o Waitangi in scrapping Māori Health Authority
Kahu

Waitangi Tribunal: Crown breached Te Tiriti o Waitangi in scrapping Māori Health Authority

28 Nov 11:00 PM

Lady Tureiti Moxon: 'The process was driven by a political and racist agenda.'

Tohunga painting auction highlights Māori art's true cultural value
Kahu

Tohunga painting auction highlights Māori art's true cultural value

28 Nov 07:10 PM

Academic says Goldie sale raises concerns over Māori cultural heritage and ancestral ties.

Willie Jackson and David Seymour set for Treaty Principles Bill showdown
Kahu

Willie Jackson and David Seymour set for Treaty Principles Bill showdown

26 Nov 08:20 PM

Jackson challenges Seymour to debate, urges public to keep fighting against the bill.

Ex race relations boss slams Treaty Principles Bill
Kahu

Ex race relations boss slams Treaty Principles Bill

24 Nov 09:17 PM

Joris de Bres is flabbergasted by Act's 'divisive' bill.

Being a finalist for TV Presenter of the Year was not part of my plan - Letele
Kahu

Being a finalist for TV Presenter of the Year was not part of my plan - Letele

21 Nov 09:53 PM

Community advocate is a finalist in TV presenter of the year

Mongrel Mob member claims to successfully flout new gang patch ban
Kahu

Mongrel Mob member claims to successfully flout new gang patch ban

20 Nov 08:38 PM

Cherie Kurarangi has a brief encounter with cops.

Rival gangs to join hīkoi; second march considered when patch law comes into force
Kahu

Rival gangs to join hīkoi; second march considered when patch law comes into force

17 Nov 10:00 PM

Arch rivals consider truce to make a stand against new laws.

Five huia feathers are set to fly high off the auction block
Kahu

Five huia feathers are set to fly high off the auction block

13 Nov 09:55 PM

Following the record $46k single huia feather sale, five more are for grabs.

Seymour slams schools who told kids 'wave your banners' ahead of hīkoi
Kahu

Seymour slams schools who told kids 'wave your banners' ahead of hīkoi

12 Nov 10:56 PM

Teachers openly flaunt children's absenteeism rules.

Hīkoi to Parliament: Seymour warns parents who take kids to explain ‘unjustified absences’
Kahu

Hīkoi to Parliament: Seymour warns parents who take kids to explain ‘unjustified absences’

11 Nov 07:57 PM

The minister has previously spoken of the need for children to attend school to learn.

Knight-backed Kiwi consortium makes $360m splash into NRL competition
Sport|league

Knight-backed Kiwi consortium makes $360m splash into NRL competition

07 Nov 03:31 AM

Sir Graham Lowe says the Orcas are determined to be a competitive force in the NRL.

'Violated': Kuia claims she was strip-searched in Ōpōtiki police gang raids, children ‘traumatised’
Kahu

'Violated': Kuia claims she was strip-searched in Ōpōtiki police gang raids, children ‘traumatised’

04 Nov 04:00 PM

Kaumatua and tamariki traumatised by Opotiki police raids.

'We are the mana of this land': Iwi slam police over Mob bust, threaten to block future raids
Kahu

'We are the mana of this land': Iwi slam police over Mob bust, threaten to block future raids

30 Oct 10:51 PM

Iwi leader decries the impact on children from police crackdown in Ōpōtiki.

Time for the Ōpōtiki community to claim back their town - Mark Mitchell
Kahu

Time for the Ōpōtiki community to claim back their town - Mark Mitchell

23 Oct 06:58 PM

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