The Kohanga Reo National Trustboard is retaining its leadership, and intends to consider any changes to its make-up in the new year; The government has refused a request by the Waitangi Tribunal to hold off on negotiations for the Ngapuhi treaty settlement; A Maori health worker is embarking on a 12 month tour of North America visiting native communities to give a presentation on restoring traditional practises; A cricket manager hopes the success of a recent national Maori cricket tournament will inspire more rangatahi to play the sport.