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More than 300,000 online submissions on the bill were received, setting a new record.
‘Reject this bill’: Denis O’Reilly’s call at Treaty Principles hearing
Submitters met at Waiohiki Marae for a karakia before heading to Wellington.
How L.A.B and Corrella’s new song embodies Te Matatini’s spirit
'We Belong' celebrates unity and welcomes all to Te Matatini in New Plymouth.
Why the Māori Queen’s visit to Rātana marks a new era
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Māori health group urges open dialogue with new minister Simeon Brown
Hapai CEO Jacqui Harema sees Brown's lack of health experience as an opportunity.
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Why are kiwi being spotted in Whangārei's central business district?
Why the yellow-eyed penguin could vanish from New Zealand shores
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Central North Island iwi elect first post-settlement board
Te Korowai o Wainuiārua trustees will manage $28.5m in Treaty settlement assets.
Community invited to join archaeological dig in Doubtless Bay
Excavation at Butler Point to explore Māori and European historical interactions.
They lost their land over $221 of unpaid rates – then the new owners gave it back
Documents show a historic pā was taken from Māori in the 1970s for 'European hands'.
How Sid and Chand Sahrawat are embracing their heritage once more
After decades in New Zealand, the pair have decided to reconnect with their culture.
What's open on New Year's Day in Auckland?
Businesses are free to trade on New Year’s Day but that doesn’t mean they all do.
Man who died after jumping into harbour during Christmas police callout named
Police have said he was evading arrest, but a family member disputed that.
Rāhui updated after body found in Ōhope
Local iwi offered condolences to the grieving whānau of the man who died.
New Whanganui Journey shelters merge culture and functionality
Three new shelters have been constructed along the Whanganui Journey Great Walk.
Rotorua’s Tamaora Walker only pounamu carver finalist in sculpture awards
Walker mentors six jade carvers in Rotorua.
Opinion: How a culturally grounded approach is changing Pacific communities
'Champions of Change' lead vital conversations to prevent family harm.
‘Huge task ahead’ for Ngāti Hāua trustees
One new and three returning trustees have been elected for the Treaty settlement entity.
Respect and protect: Ngāti Kuri’s plea to summer travellers
Ngāti Kuri highlights need for care as visitor numbers challenge conservation efforts.
How MPs turned Parliament’s final debate into a comedy showdown
Christopher Luxon and David Seymour share laughs, taking jabs at coalition partners.
How Te Pāti Māori aims to unite opposition against current Government
Te Pāti Māori seeks united opposition to oust 'cruel' government.
Iwi-led native plant nursery gets Auckland Airport Christmas grant
The $10,000 grant is funded from the globe money boxes dotted around the airport.
'Heartbreaking' report: Council land acquisition from mana whenua detailed
Gisborne adopts a new strategy after revealing historical land disputes.
'Bring joy': Thousands of presents, kai boxes for South Auckland tamariki
Volunteers and donors unite to bring Christmas joy to 12,000 South Auckland tamariki.
Opinion: Why the haka protest marked a pivotal moment in NZ politics
Young leaders drove the massive hīkoi, emphasising empowerment and unity in Aotearoa.
Why Petone's name will remain unchanged despite proposals
Te Tōangaroa becomes official in Auckland CBD; Petone name change denied.
Waitangi trust chairman urges Luxon to appear at Treaty grounds
Waitangi chairnan: PM's presence crucial for Treaty discourse and nationhood symbol.
Hika Elliot reunited with treasured jersey thanks to collector
The missing rugby jersey was found after a two-year search.
Opinion: Barriers hindering Māori and Pasifika in workplace
OPINION: One-third of Māori, Pasifika report career barriers; equity boosts innovation.
'No balls': Prime Minister urged to attend Waitangi amid safety concerns
Māori leaders challenge PM to 'front up' at Waitangi, dismiss safety fears.
How stolen pounamu's return paved way for historic public sale
Authentic Tahutahi pounamu available only at Westland Greenstone, Hokitika.
Opinion: Why experts urge opposition to controversial Treaty Bill
Academics' opposition to Treaty Principles Bill explained.