Tensions flare at Waitangi as haka confronts Eru Kapa-Kingi

Tensions flared on the marae ātea at Waitangi today as emotions and tikanga played out between Te Pāti Māori and Eru Kapa-Kingi.

What happened when Ireland got bilingual road signs?

Green MP seeks recognition of tohorā/whales as legal persons

A Green MP wants tohorā/whales to be recognised as legal persons.

What brought tauiwi to Waitangi in 2026?

The Waitangi Treaty Grounds this year were packed with diversity, and Te Ao Māori News wanted to hear what drew some non-Māori to Waitangi.

Far North councillor faces disciplinary proceedings after “false” Waitangi Week social media post

Councillor whose council‑issues Facebook page incorrectly claimed Mayor Moko Tepania had become Northland’s new Labour Party MP will be dealt with by the Far North District Council

Fast track panel declines Taranaki seabed mining over risk to marine life

The fast track approvals panel has declined plans to mine the Taranaki seabed in a draft decision.