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Govt move to scrap ECE cultural requirements sparks backlash
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Mayor backs hapū in Bay of Islands marina battle
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Waikato band IA and Rei release new song inspired by whakataukī
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'Keep that fire burning': Hapū's ongoing battle for land return
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