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Māhera Maihi named Kiwibank Local Hero of the Year

Māhera Maihi has been named Kiwibank's Local Hero of the Year. Maihi is the founder of Mā Te Huruhuru, advocating to end youth homelessness, unemployment and suicide.

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Politics

Iwi-led charter school Kura Toa to open in Porirua, as Māori charter presence grows

An iwi-led charter school backed by Ngāti Toa is set to open in Porirua in Term 3 next year, adding to the growing number of kaupapa Māori charter schools

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Care-experienced rangatahi fear their voices will be lost as VOYCE face funding shortfall

VOYCE warns of a $2.37m shortfall threatening advocacy for care-experienced youth after being excluded from Budget bids; govt attendance mixed, funding clarity deferred to Budget 26

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Ngāti Rangi’s plan to hold Crown agencies to settlement commitments

Ruapehu iwi Ngāti Rangi has launched a new framework with 11 government agencies to advance relationships promised under its Treaty settlement with the Crown.

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Oriini Kaipara determined to push on despite Te Pāti Māori raruraru

Despite the challenges facing her party, Oriini Kaipara says she remains focused on whānau and issues across her electorate.

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High Court ruling signals path to restoration for Mariameno Kapa-Kingi and Te Pāti Māori

A High Court ruling reinstates Mariameno Kapa-Kingi to Te Pāti Māori, opening the door to restoration, but leaders say rebuilding trust will take time.

Thursday, March 12, 2026

Indigenous

Indigenous people draw parallels between US immigration raids and Canadian police tactics

Gina was driving in Minneapolis when a wave of anxiety fell over her. She noticed Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents following her.

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Te Wharekura o Hoani Waititi Marae aims to defend ASB Polyfest crown

Ko nga toa whakaihuwaka o te Polyfest ko Te Wharekura o Hoani Waititi Marae, te tino o ngā kura kapa haka o Tāmaki, e whakatika ana mō te whakataetae Polyfest i tenei tau.

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Indigenous identity researcher ordered to pay $87K to Canadian professor

Justice D. E. Labach ordered Darryl Leroux to pay $70,000 CAD ($87,280 NZD) in general damages after finding that Leroux had defamed Michelle Coupal.

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Harakeke can heal ‘forever chemicals’, research shows

Research by the University of Auckland shows that harakeke has healing properties, successfully removing chemicals from contaminated water.

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From Tauranga to Japan: Māori health advocate on bridging the healthcare gap

Health advocate Lauryn Maxwell shares her experience working in Japan exploring the shared values between Japanese culture and te ao Māori.

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Regional

National | Kapa Haka

Te Arawa kapa haka declares joint 2026 regional winners

Regional | Tongariro

Government backs Chateau Tongariro restoration as mayor welcomes ‘win’

Indigenous | Canada

Indigenous people draw parallels between US immigration raids and Canadian police tactics

National | New Zealander of the Year

Māhera Maihi named Kiwibank Local Hero of the Year

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Iwi-led charter school Kura Toa to open in Porirua, as Māori charter presence grows

Care-experienced rangatahi fear their voices will be lost as VOYCE face funding shortfall

Ngāti Rangi’s plan to hold Crown agencies to settlement commitments

Oriini Kaipara determined to push on despite Te Pāti Māori raruraru

High Court ruling signals path to restoration for Mariameno Kapa-Kingi and Te Pāti Māori

Indigenous people draw parallels between US immigration raids and Canadian police tactics

Te Wharekura o Hoani Waititi Marae aims to defend ASB Polyfest crown

Indigenous identity researcher ordered to pay $87K to Canadian professor

Harakeke can heal ‘forever chemicals’, research shows

From Tauranga to Japan: Māori health advocate on bridging the healthcare gap

Government backs Chateau Tongariro restoration as mayor welcomes ‘win’

Te Wharekura o Hoani Waititi Marae aims to defend ASB Polyfest crown

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Government backs Chateau Tongariro restoration as mayor welcomes ‘win’