Ngati Whatua Orakei
Measures to improve depleted Auckland Hauraki Gulf mussel beds
A collaborative conservation project to rewild the Hauraki Gulf with green lipped mussels/kutai is underway. The joint initiative between Kelly Tarlton's Marine Wildlife Trust, the University of… Audio, Gallery
Both traditional knowledge and Western scientific discovery can help save the Pacific Ocean, say experts
Chaired by Mihingarangi Forbes, this Auckland Museum panel explores how scientific and traditional approaches to knowledge can inform how we care for the Pacific. Audio
40th anniversary of Bastion Point protest removal
Forty years ago tomorrow, police and army personnel were called in to remove more than 200 people who were occupying Bastion Point. Those involved in the protest reflect on the anniversary, and warn… Audio
Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei remember rangatira who signed Te Tiriti
Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei are this morning marking the anniversary of the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi by their chief on this day 178 years. Not long after the signing of Te Tiriti in Manukau, Apihai… Audio
73-year-old can now visit dentist for the first time
A 73-year-old says she'll now be able to see the dentist for the first time instead of pulling out her own teeth after Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei announced plans to provide free private health insurance for… Video, Audio
Auckland's health system
Marama Royal of Ngati Whatua Orakei says Auckland's health system is at breaking point, that's why iwi members will now be given health insurance to ensure they have help to turn to if needed. Audio
Ngati Whatua Orakei plans free health insurance for iwi
An Auckland iwi is planning to provide free health insurance for its tribal members, saying it's taking the step because the region's health system is at breaking point. Ngati Whatua Orakei will give… Audio
Auckland port's plans 'cynical' - Ngati Whatua
Ngati Whatua Orakei says the thirty-year plan unveiled by the city's port company is a cynical step to avert possible re-location. The council-owned Ports of Auckland outlined its plan to accommodate… Audio
Ngati Whatua Orakei puts hand up again to buy Auckland's port
Ngati Whatua Orakei puts its hand up to buy Auckland's port, saying it hopes to put a plan together over the next few weeks, after Mayor Phil Goff reignites discussion over future. Audio
Akl's biggest hapu welcome Sea Shepherd ahead of next campaign
Ngati Whatua Orakei officially welcomed a Sea Shepherd vessal in Auckland this morning because the tribe supports its cause to protect whales. The crew aboard the Sam Simon is here to finalise… Audio