Iwi radio network challenges crippling cuts to funding
The national Māori radio network is contemplating litigation if the Crown follows through on drastic cost cuts to iwi stations. In an unprecedented move, Te Whakaruruhau o Ngā Reo IrirangiMāori o Aotearoa has presented an ultimatum to the Government – engage and negotiate a resolution to avoid legal action. Chair Peter-Lucas Jones (Ngāti Kahu, Te Rārawa, Ngāi Takoto, TeAupōuri) – who is also chief executive of far North iwi broadcaster Te Hiku Media – says Māori … Read More