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Sir Tumu Te Heuheu remembered as a dedicated champion of his people
The paramount chief of Ngāti Tūwharetoa died on Tuesday at the age of 84.
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'He understood the power of the voice' - remembering Wiremu (Bill) Kerekere
7:11 am todayPiripi Walker (Raukawa) recalls the wise, well-spoken broadcaster and composer, who was also his "caring mentor".
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Justice Minister warns government prepared to remove tikanga Māori from court rulings
27 Sep 2025The minister claims New Zealand's "bespoke" legal system could discourage overseas investment.
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A tribute to Sir Tumu Te Heu Heu
27 Sep 2025Mapuna is in Turangi close to where Sir Tumu Te Heu Heu is lying in Waihi village on the southern shore of Lake Taupo. His whanau have requested no media… Audio
Sir Tumu Te Heuheu remembered as a dedicated champion of his people
The paramount chief of Ngāti Tūwharetoa died on Tuesday at the age of 84.
'He understood the power of the voice' - remembering Wiremu (Bill) Kerekere
Piripi Walker (Raukawa) recalls the wise, well-spoken broadcaster and composer, who was also his "caring mentor".
Justice Minister warns government prepared to remove tikanga Māori from court rulings
The minister claims New Zealand's "bespoke" legal system could discourage overseas investment.
A tribute to Sir Tumu Te Heu Heu
Mapuna is in Turangi close to where Sir Tumu Te Heu Heu is lying in Waihi village on the southern shore of Lake Taupo. His whanau have requested no media coverage inside Waihi for the duration of his… Audio
Dr Hinemoa Elder on finding the surface
Child and adolescent psychiatrist, Dr Hinemoa Elder, has returned with Ara: A Maori Guidebook of the Mind offering comfort for those trying to deal with the chaos of life. Audio
Remembering Sir Tumu Te Heuheu
The eighth paramount chief of Tuwharetoa, Sir Tumu Te Heuheu passed away on Tuesday aged 84 years. Audio
Ngāti Tūwharetoa continues to mourn Sir Tumu Te Heuheu
The Ariki or paramount chief of Ngāti Tūwharetoa has been lying in state at his marae in Waihī near Tūrangi.
Manuhiri begin journey to farewell Sir Tumu Te Heuheu
People from around the motu will begin making their way to Tapeka marae at Waihī on Friday for the tangihanga of Sir Tumu Te Heuheu.
Research centre honours Sir James Henare's vision, carried forward by his son
Bernard Henare hopes people in Northland can one day "find the mahi, the sustenance, the lifestyle within their own rohe, and not have to go further afield to get it."
'Forged his mana': Bastion Point protester honoured at final council meeting
Pakihana Grant Hawke was arrested and imprisoned during the 506-day occupation, the city's deputy mayor says.
Sweet as: Rark up and mōrena make it to Oxford dictionary
They're among 11 Kiwi phrases or words chosen for the dictionary's World English update.
Back-to-back Ngā Manu Kōrero winner on the art of a good speech
"Go 100 percent all the time" - that's the best advice back to back Manu Kōrero champion Pou Ariki Hemara-Daniels has been given about speaking. Audio
Looking at the positive effects of social media for Maori
We often hear about the negative effects of social media, but our next story looks its transformative impact for kaupapa Maori. Its power in connecting with Maori communities was highlighted in the… Audio
Business leader hope papakāinga living can be blueprint for other housing projects
The papakāinga development at Te Āwhina welcomed its first tenants in 2023, and it's the largest project of its kind in Te Tauihu o te Waka-a-Māui
Morning Report Essentials for Thursday 24 September 2025
In today's episode, National's Chris Bishop and Labour's Kieran McAnulty join the political panel, the chief executive of the New Zealand College of Midwives is urging New Zealanders to dismiss Donald… Audio
Invercargill's new bronze dogs prove contentious
The decision to install the sculptures at Esk St narrowly passed with 7-6 vote.
Ngāti Tuwharetoa mourns paramount chief Te Tumu Te Heuheu
Ngati Tuwharetoa and te iwi Maori are in mourning following the passing of ariki and paramount chief, Te Tumu Te Heuheu Tukino the seventh. Māori journalist Pokere Paewai spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Barbie
The team translate and unpack one of the most talked-about scenes from the Barbie movie: America Ferrera's monologue on the impossible standards placed on women. Audio
'Immense mana' - tributes flow for Sir Tumu Te Heuheu
Tributes continue to flow for Sir Tumu Te Heuheu Tūkino VIII, acknowledging his quiet nature, his kaitiakitanga and focus on the future.
Midday Report Essentials for Tuesday 23 September 2025
In today's episode, The government is loosening work-to-residency visa settings, creating two pathways to residence for skilled migrants that will start next year, Six thousand doctors and dentists… Audio
