Te Ao Māori
News and perspectives for and about tangata whenua in Aotearoa
Why this iwi leader wants a debate with David Seymour
Helmut Modlik will take on David Seymour in a public debate next Tuesday.
Māori infants still at highest risk of contracting meningitis
New research shows tamariki Māori are at highest risk of contracting meningococcal disease.
Morning Report Essentials for Thursday 3 October 2024
On today's episode, the Israeli Defence Force says it is sending more troops to join its efforts on the ground, Ngapuhi hapu want to move forward towards treaty settlement, if it is done on their… Audio
Māori health service saves medical centre from closure
A medical centre which fell victim to the nationwide shortage of GPs has a new lease of life, thanks to a kaupapa Māori health service. Māori news intern Emma Andrews reports. Audio
Ngāpuhi keen to move towards treaty settlement on own terms
Ngāpuhi hapū want to move forward towards treaty settlement, if it is done on their terms and on the basis that they have not ceded sovereignty to the crown. Treaty negotiations minister Paul… Audio
Midday Report Essentials for Wednesday 2 October 2024
In today's episode, Benjamin Netanyahu says Iran's missile attack on Israel was a "big mistake" and has vowed Iran will pay - and should not underestimate Israel's determination to punish its enemies… Audio
Treaty Negotiations Minister Paul Goldsmith to meet with Ngāpuhi for first time
Treaty Negotiations Minister Paul Goldsmith is set to meet formally with Ngāpuhi hapū for the first time, amid ongoing work to find a mutually acceptable configuration of the hapū for Treaty… Audio
Mata Season 2 | Episode 18: Annette Sykes on marine and coastal areas, Tākuta Ferris on its impact on Te Wai Pounamu
Treaty lawyer and former Mana Party candidate Annette Sykes discusses the amendments to the Marine and Coastal Areas Act, and Te Tai Tonga MP Tākuta Ferris shares how it will impact his electorate and… Video, Audio
Whakataukī of the Week with Tuhingaia Manihera
Tuhingaia Manihera was crowned best senior English speaker at this year's Ngā Manu Kōrero national high school speech competition. She's the first winner from Whangārei in 34 years. Audio
UN Human Rights Office sends please-explain to NZ government
The letter asks about alleged violation of the rights to land, territories, and resources of Māori communities.
Kiwis reclaim world record for largest haka
Aotearoa has reclaimed the Guinness World Record for the largest haka from France, with a preliminary total of 6531 people.
Conan O'Brien, Taika Waititi among celebrities at haka record
Celebrities from Aotearoa and abroad turned out for the world haka record at Eden Park on Sunday night. Audio
Aotearoa claims record for largest haka
Aotearoa turned out in force to successfully claim the Guinness World Record for the largest haka performance at Eden Park last night. More than 6,500 participants delivered a resounding performance… Audio
World record haka attempt: In pictures
From pēpi to kaumātua, people travelled from far and wide to bring the kaupapa home. Here are some of the best photos.
Problem Pokies and 35 years of theatre marae with Jim Moriarty
The latest production by Māori theatre company Te Rākau Hua o Te Wao Tapu, Unreel tells the story of a community affected by gambling as the Hīnaki Hotel looks set to launch the very first AI pokie… Audio
Kiwis urged to get behind haka world record attempt
Thousands are expected to attend the Sunday evening event at Eden Park, supported by a starry line-up that includes Six60, Alien Weaponry and the Topp Twins. Audio
Who are we to judge? International art curator Professor Bonaventure Ndikung on the Walters’ Prize
Artist Ana Iti has been awarded Aotearoa New Zealand’s most prestigious art award, the Walters Prize at Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki. Her sculpture and sound installation ‘A resilient heart like… Audio
'I’ve never been to a small Māori funeral': Kristyl Neho plays 30 characters at her dad’s tangi on stage
Hawkes Bay theatre maker Kristyl Neho (Ngāpuhi, Ngāti Kahungunu) grew up with more death around her than most people. Audio
Coffee, kai and a whole lot of love for kaumātua
On the main drag of Taumarunui, Trunk Coffee House not only serves a cup of java, but shares a lot of kindness.
Rob Ruha joins the effort to beat haka world record
Tomorrow Aotearoa will attempt to reclaim the world record for the largest haka. Musician Rob Ruha has been involved with haka all his life. He joins Anika Moa, Topp Twins, Shepherds Reign and Alien… Audio
