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Three-term councillor running for mayor

'This is about a new generation of leadership.'

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

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

‘Treated like an animal’: Gang member involved in mob killing kept in kennel as a baby

The three-day sentencing came to an end with lengthy jail terms handed down.

Wairoa’s updated flood plan protects more homes and Māori land, showgrounds still to go

The Government contributed $70 million for Wairoa’s flood protection.

‘Do the mahi’: Outgoing business chief’s advice on leadership and job seeking

Hard work pays off, says outgoing Rotorua Business Chamber head.

$135m distributed last year by iwi to members

Distributions paid have increased by around 35% in the last five years: Phil Barry, TDB.

‘We will make better decisions’: Mayor on iwi council appointments

A pōwhiri was held for the three tangata whenua representatives.

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

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

Apple doubles reach of kura push, adds iwi land to Maps

Apple's Alisha Johnson Wilder on an education programme expanded to reach 5000 students at schools with high Māori and Pasifika rolls - and a Maps upgrade. Video / Cameron Pitney

Opinion: How historic commemoration paves way for future unity

Over 1000 from Ngāti Whātua Nui Tonu marked 200 years since Te Ika a Ranganui.

Hapū agree price for 50% share of Hawke’s Bay Airport

If the sale is finalised, Mana Ahuriri will be the airport's largest shareholder.

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

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

Real Life: MP Paul Goldsmith talks Treaty tensions, education and family

While the Treaty debate is 'fraught', there has to be a balance, he says.

‘I’m pragmatic’: Willie Jackson gears up for one of Labour’s biggest jobs

"On my own marae, I have banned [gang] patches for years."

Public servants asked whether their work provides value for taxpayers

The topics in the 2025 Public Service Census 'reflect the Government's priorities'.

‘Failed to achieve anything meaningful’: Why councillor won’t seek re-election

Revealed: Which Rotorua councillors say they will – or won't – stand in local election.

Shane Te Pou: Another callous, cruel Govt decision that hurts Māori, Pasifika most

OPINION: I am tired of burying my people before their time.

The Drawing Board 2: Te Taumata o Kupe - Episode 4

Te Taumata o Kupe at Mahurehure Marae blends storytelling with innovative design, honouring Kupe and showcasing mātauranga Māori and celestial navigation. Video / Faultline