New ZealandNgāti Ranginui thrill audience with performance'Something special happened when Ngāti Ranginui came on stage.'26 Feb 08:23 PM
Kahu‘Culture first’: How kapa haka is transforming trade negotiationsCarl Ross believes kapa haka is an economic and diplomatic tool for NZ.26 Feb 05:06 PM
New Zealand‘Emotionally draining’: The burial mishap that left a family heartbrokenThe family faced turmoil when told the plot was single, not double.26 Feb 05:00 PM
Kahu‘A huge moment’: Te Matatini’s cultural impact on TaranakiMore than 70,000 visitors are expected in New Plymouth during Te Matatini.26 Feb 04:58 PM
KahuWhy Te Matatini 2025 is drawing record crowdsAll tickets for the 2025 Te Matatini finals day are sold out.26 Feb 05:37 AM
KahuMum saves whānau after armed intruders hold gun to son’s head'I just wanted the thieves to leave me and my son alone.'25 Feb 11:09 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionEditorial: How Māori haka is being commodified by global corporationsHaka is not a corporate exercise or a party trick; it is whakapapa, identity, and history.25 Feb 07:21 PM
EntertainmentListen: Lorde and Marlon Williams collab on new song'Ella's voice in a very real sense wrote the song,' Williams revealed.25 Feb 07:12 PM
KahuWhy Te Matatini’s global potential excites the Finance MinisterŌpotiki Mai Tawhiti's performance honoured past members, including Ricky Mitai.25 Feb 05:38 PM
KahuHow a $48.7m boost is shaping the future of kapa hakaFinance Minister Nicola Willis received a rock star welcome at Te Matatini's opening day.25 Feb 05:31 AM
PoliticsTreaty Principles Bill: Wellington Mayor Tory Whanau warns of local government impactDozens of submitters gave their view today, including the current Wellington mayor.25 Feb 02:36 AM
Kahu‘Feel the magic’: Excitement builds as Te Matatini 2025 beginsTe Matatini 2025 kicks off at New Plymouth’s Bowl of Brooklands.24 Feb 09:33 PM
Kahu‘Kapa haka is in my DNA’: Loreen Henare on her cultural journeyShe became a cultural ambassador, touring globally with New Zealand delegations.24 Feb 09:14 PM
KahuHow Efeso Collins' legacy continues to inspire South Auckland youthThe former Auckland councillor's mural was unveiled in Manukau, South Auckland.24 Feb 08:30 PM
KahuHistoric pōwhiri kicks off biggest Te Matatini festivalThe festival's opening ceremony included a new taonga gifting by the Rangi whānau.24 Feb 07:24 PM
OpinionOpinion: Cultural games celebrate identity, not divisionOPINION: Māori men’s coach Adam Blair advocates for players' cultural representation.24 Feb 07:06 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAnne GibsonProperty Insider: Agents react to whopper $26m Herne Bay purchase'A good sale for the market' - Sotheby’s Mark Harris after his agents sold the two homes.24 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: How the Gangs Act shifted headlines from delays to crackdown successesOPINION: 3037 charges against gang members in Operation Nickel, including serious crimes.24 Feb 04:00 PM
Kahu‘Truly grateful’: Custom mouthguards key to Kelston’s rugby successAUT's initiative included dental exams and treatments, ensuring players' safety.23 Feb 10:38 PM
OpinionOpinion: How haka challenges stereotypes and embraces cultureOPINION: The Black Ferns Sevens haka is disciplined, passionate and proud.23 Feb 06:53 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessMansons wins non-notification for $650m Auckland office buildCliff-top site above Fanshawe St looks towards Viaduct Basin and the Wynyard Quarter.23 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandWatch: On-duty officer makes a splash in Manu World Champs in AucklandConstable Vincent Kahui joined in after much encouragement from the crowd.23 Feb 08:16 AM
New Zealand‘Incredible showcase’: Opera in the Pā returns with stellar lineupHeadliners include bass Eddie Muliaumaseali’I and mezzo soprano Sarah Sweeting.21 Feb 11:00 PM
New Zealand‘Everything they do will come with a Kahungunu flair’Four groups with about 160 Kahungunu performers will strive for impact at Te Matatini.21 Feb 10:35 PM
KahuParihaka matriarch and arts advocate Maata Wharehoka dies at 74Parihaka matriarch Maata Wharehoka has died at age 74.21 Feb 01:33 AM
New ZealandHow a free iwi programme is transforming lives through driver licensingNgāi Te Rangi's programme targets those struggling with costs and access.20 Feb 09:00 PM
KahuTe Matatini expected to bring $27m boost to Taranaki economyThis year, 55 teams will perform, the largest number in the event's history.20 Feb 05:00 PM
PoliticsWatch - Treaty Principles Bill: Dame Jenny Shipley; haka in the committee room; call for referendumBill proposes replacing Treaty principles with three new ones created by Parliament.19 Feb 10:24 PM
KahuHāwera business to cater for thousands at Te MatatiniKiri Erb's staff will increase from 36 to 50 for the kapa haka nationals.19 Feb 09:37 PM
KahuIwi voters back Ngāti Hāua Treaty settlementThe settlement includes statutory pardons for tūpuna wrongfully convicted in 1846.19 Feb 08:40 PM
New Zealand‘Where’s the evidence?’: Tamihere defends data use at marae amid scrutinyThe Privacy Commissioner will investigate potential data misuse.18 Feb 08:11 PM
PoliticsHistoric Waikato war battle site to be returned to descendants of Māori fightersThe Crown confiscated more than 486,000ha of land, including the site at Ō-Rākau.18 Feb 07:59 AM
PoliticsTreaty Principles Bill submission: Māori tired of constant defence against Govt policyPotaka: 'I think that I have a lot of aroha for those concerns...'18 Feb 12:09 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon WilsonSimon Wilson: The Prime Minister’s long, slow walk to oblivionOPINON: The PM's Act and NZ First problems are far more damaging than he seems to know. 17 Feb 04:00 PM
