Te Ao Māori

Stories of Tauranga Moana recounts the events that unfolded in the Bay of Plenty and their far reaching consequences for future generations.

When Justine Murray returned to her hometown Tauranga in 1998, it was only then she heard about her eponymous tupuna, Paraone Koikoi.

Researchers from Otago University have been studying how legal rights for the environment differ around the world. Audio

A lot of young people are always online and it's hoped the programme will help them to keep safe.

The government is promising to step up the response to Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder, promising to boost diagnoses and raise awareness.

The agency is proposing to scrap 21 Māori specialist roles as part of a wider restructure, including a number of senior, regional treaty advisory positions.

Analysis - Two ministers were stripped of portfolios, drama broke out at the Waitangi Tribunal, and the gang patch ban bill ran into opposition.

The minister was due to give evidence on Friday regarding the government's plans to repeal section 7AA of the Oranga Tamariki Act

A council that played a key role in getting Māori ward polling removed is now lobbying against government plans to reinstate binding referendums.

The removed panel will be stored by the museum, and no decision has been made about its future.

Police and the Far North mayor are among those who have paid tribute to Senior Constable Gail Shepherd.

Gisborne councillors have voiced frustration the central government will make them redo their work.

The Crown claims the Tribunal has acted in an unlawful and coercive manner, despite having the authority to summons Karen Chhour.

Moko Tepania says the government's plan is 'disheartening' when they are already on the back foot with issues facing the region.