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From pine to prosperity: Otama Marere Trust named finalist for prestigious Ahuwhenua Trophy
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From pine to prosperity: Otama Marere Trust named finalist for prestigious Ahuwhenua Trophy

The Ahuwhenua Trophy continues to highlight excellence in Māori farming, with Otama Marere Trust named among this year’s finalists for 2026. Based in Paengaroa, the trust has transformed its whenua from former pine forestry into thriving kiwifruit orchards — a journey that reflects years of strategic planning, cultural grounding, and commitment to whānau.  Manager Homman Tapsell says the recognition is … Read More

Carving a future: Whanganui marae restoration inspires new generation of master carvers
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Carving a future: Whanganui marae restoration inspires new generation of master carvers

Lower Whanganui river descendants are undertaking a significant restoration of Te Ao Hou Marae, ten minutes upriver of Whanganui City. with master carvers passing on the art of whakairo to a new generation. The ambitious, two-year project includes the carving of pou whakairo (intricately carved poles) for the marae meeting house Te Puāwaitanga, upholding the traditional Whanganui carving style of … Read More

Dog owner opposes NZ Government’s dog control review as her dog fights life threatening tumour
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Dog owner opposes NZ Government’s dog control review as her dog fights life threatening tumour

Tears flowed for dog owner Rehia Huaki-Otimi (Ngaati Mahuta ki Te Taihauaauru) as she reacted to proposed changes to Aotearoa’s dog control laws, highlighting the emotional impact such reforms could have on responsible pet owners. Huaki-Otimi, who cares for her 12-year-old dog MJ, says the timing of the announcement has been particularly difficult. With her beloved companion nearing the end … Read More

Honouring nearly 50 years of service for Lehi Hohaia
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Honouring nearly 50 years of service for Lehi Hohaia

After an incredible 47-year journey with the New Zealand Police, Lehi Hohaia (Waikato), a former Māori All Black and long-serving Iwi Liaison Coordinator in Rotorua, was celebrated last night by hundreds of whānau, leaders, and colleagues. His retirement marks the end of a remarkable career and places him in an exclusive group of officers to serve for over four decades. … Read More

Māori and Pacific Leaders vow to turn Global Crisis into economic clout
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Māori and Pacific Leaders vow to turn Global Crisis into economic clout

The one-day Māori and Pacific Leadership Summit, held in Tauranga Moana, has brought together business leaders, youth, and innovators to chart a course for ethically and sustainably scaling enterprise across the Pacific, with a key focus on introducing resolutions to the current global economic crisis. Josh Payne, CEO of JNP Aviation, detailed his personal mission to tackle underrepresentation within the … Read More

Te Arawa asserts mana whakahaere with strategic acquisition of Rotorua Duck Tours
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Te Arawa asserts mana whakahaere with strategic acquisition of Rotorua Duck Tours

Te Arawa Management Limited (TAML) has announced the successful acquisition of Rotorua Duck Tours, one of the region’s most recognisable tourism experiences. The commercial arm of the Te Arawa Lakes Trust stated the decision is grounded in the principles of mana whakahaere and future opportunity for the iwi. As the owners of the lake beds, the acquisition ensures Te Arawa … Read More

Iwi unity leads way for Waihi Estuary restoration
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Iwi unity leads way for Waihi Estuary restoration

The opening of the Te Heriheri wetland is a significant environmental milestone, hailed as an exemplar of iwi-led ecological restoration at the Waihi Estuary. Te Taru White, Chair of Te Wahapū o Waihī, spoke about the profound importance of the project.”It’s really significant and that exemplar of how iwi can come together to lead in a project that can make … Read More