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Nga Potiki Trust eyeing up 200 state houses
A Māori trust is keen to buy state houses in the Papamoa rohe of Tauranga from the Government.
Calls for tāngata whenua symbols in flag
A Māori artist is pushing for the National flag to display more symbols representing tāngata whenua.
Charter schools vary approach to Maori
Inquiries by Te Manu Korihi into some partnership schools reveal a diverse approach to Maori education.
Desperate situation in Vanuatu's outer islands
People from Vanuatu's Shepherd Islands are painting a grim picture of their situation in the aftermath of Cyclone Pam. Audio
Family to appeal Myanmar jail sentence
The father of New Zealander Philip Blackwood says the family is appealing his 18-month prison sentence in Myanmar. Audio
Few Maori taking defensive driving courses
A study shows not many Maori are taking part in defensive driving courses. Audio
Minister surprised at hui topics.
The Minister for Maori Development says he's surprised planned changes to laws covering Maori land and language have not been the focus of his nation-wide hui.
3 News defends use of Te Reo
3 News is shrugging off criticism for weather presenter Kanoa Lloyd's regular use of Te Reo Māori.