Te Ao Māori
'We will be ready for whatever they throw' - Marama Davidson on return to politics
Exclusive Mata interview - Greens co-leader Marama Davidson announces her return to mahi after breast cancer treatment.
How 24 hours in history shaped a local politician's views
A Whanganui councillor has revealed his historical family connection to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and how it impacts his views.
Mata Season 3 | Episode 1: Marama Davidson returns to Parliament
Greens co-leader Marama Davidson announces her return to mahi after breast-cancer treatment. In an exclusive interview with Mata, Davidson discusses her experience of the health system, her prognosis… Video, Audio
A new documentary brings the Haka Party Incident into the public conversation
A new documentary on the Haka Party Incident tells the story of the 'three-minute war' through the eyes of the people who fought it
The Maunga owns itself: Taranaki histories and apologies
The House: Taranaki Maunga has a new name and now legal personhood, but there's a lot more fascinating detail in the new law than that.
Descendant of Treaty translator slams Principles Bill, demands apology
The Bill aims to replace the existing Treaty principles - developed over time by courts and the Waitangi Tribunal to interpret the Treaty in law - with three new ones determined by the Government.
'Kia tere': Buyers heed advice to act fast as Māori clothing range returns
It's believed the 'Kia Kaha Te Reo Māori' garments are The Warehouse's fastest selling apparel range. Audio
'Together for Te Tiriti': Lush joins fight against Treaty Principles Bill
The company, known for its handmade and cruelty-free products, has launched an in-store and online campaign.
Treaty bill's promise of 'equal rights' ignores democracy's blind spots
This rhetorical and ideological vagueness obscures a pivotal point: there is no such thing as a singular form of democracy, writes Annabel Ahuriri-Driscoll.
What's in store for Waitangi 2025?
After a turbulent 12 months for Māori-Crown relations, the week of Waitangi Day will be crucial for te iwi Māori to discuss the kaupapa that will matter this year.
'Today Taranaki is freed' - Taranaki Maunga becomes a legal person
Mt Taranaki will be jointly managed by iwi and the Crown and the name Mt Egmont will be consigned to history.
For Māori-Crown relations, a 'spicy' start to the year
From the Treaty Principles Bill submissions to Rātana to the Waitangi Tribunal shake-up, 2025 looks to be a big year for race relations in Aotearoa.
'Ride for Talei' cyclists to pedal to Te Matatini
The team of 20 will loop around the Taranaki Maunga stopping at four main points for health promotion events, before finishing at the national kapa haka competition.
Watch: Treaty Principles Bill hearings resume
Former minister of Justice Kiritapu Allan made a submission as the committee heard from organisations such as YouthLaw Aotearoa, Te Hunga Roia Māori o Aotearoa and the Council of Medical Colleges.
McDonald's Kiwiburger spelling mistake goes unnoticed for 2 years
McDonald's New Zealand spokesperson Simon Kenny said it was frustrating to see the typo.
Urgent Waitangi Tribunal claim on Regulatory Standards Bill filed
The claim alleges that, if enacted, the Bill will be a breach of Te Tiriti, and will cause significant prejudice to Māori.
Tariana Turia adored late grandson for his talent and cheekiness - colleague
The founder of Te Pāti Māori was proud of gifted rugby player Pakaitore Turia whose death was announced yesterday, a former chief of staff says.
Hearings will decide fate of contentious wastewater plant
Despite more than a decade of debate on the plant's replacement, the Akaroa community is still divided on the plans.
Sacred urupā in Canterbury to be handed back to local iwi
An urupā in Banks Peninsula will be handed back to local iwi after more than a century of talks. Audio
Whakataukī of the week with Johnson Witehira
Artist and designer Johnson Witehira (Tamahaki, Ngāi Tū-te-auru) has a storied and eclectic career, recently announced as the new head of Music and Screen Arts at Massey University. Audio