Te Ao Māori
Kapa-Kingi rules out rival political party after Te Pāti Māori split
The activist hopes the split will spur Te Pāti Māori into creating genuine change from the inside. Audio
New book explores reimagined life in Taranaki in 1940s
Airana Ngarewa has just released his third book, 'The Last Living Cannibal', inspired by Ngāruahine leader Tītokowaru. Audio
Inclusive marae experience open to all
"All whānau" have the opportunity to immerse themselves in activities and traditions well-known to te ao Māori at three Hawke's Bay marae.
Midday Essentials for Thursday 2nd October 2025
In today's episode, the Global Sumud Flotilla that has been trying to get aid into Gaza has been intercepted by the Israeli navy, and some New Zealanders taking part are now on an Israeli vessel; The… Audio
Young navigators using sun and stars to reach Samoa
Seven young navigators are eight days into a journey to Samoa using only the sun and stars to find their way. Lead navigator for the first leg of the journey Toiora Hawira spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio
Te Papa showcases moko kanohi or facial tattooing in action
A group of tā moko artists have studied over 200 toi moko, or Māori ancestral heads with the hope of identifying their iwi and eventually returning them home.
'Advance te reo Māori revitalisation': Māori entities get new leaders
Māori Development Minister Tama Potaka made the announcement.
Wedding Vows
Join our trio of translators breathe new life into the heartfelt promises of Monica & Chandler (Friends), the tragic poetry of Romeo and Juliet, and the awkward brilliance of Amy & Sheldon (The Big… Video, Audio
NZME to keep running anti-Māori wards ad Stuff removed
A controversial anti-Māori wards ad has been removed from Stuff's websites following complaints, but it will continue to be advertised with the NZ Herald.
Te Rangimaheu Te Heuheu Tūkino IX named as successor of Tā Tumu Te Heuheu Tūkino VIII
Gerrard Te Rangimaheu Te Heuheu Tūkino IX will takeover from his father, signalling a continuation of the legacy.
Iwi-led conservation project awarded $6m funding boost
But other conservation programmes were also relying on that same funding.
Invercargill's oldest carved meeting house to be restored
The decorative wooden carvings at the 100-year-old Te Wharepuni o Anehana in Anderson Park will be removed and restored.
Lawyers reject minister's tikanga Māori court ruling concerns
Minister of Justice Paul Goldsmith said he was worried New Zealand was developing a "bespoke" legal system that incorporated concepts of tikanga Māori.
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.
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.
