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‘I almost lost my wife’: Rotorua father trades lawn mower for fulltime caregiving after near-fatal childbirth
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‘I almost lost my wife’: Rotorua father trades lawn mower for fulltime caregiving after near-fatal childbirth

Cruz Reihana’s Give A Little page for his whānau can be found here: https://shorturl.at/lGwwB Cruz Reihana’s life has changed irrevocably in a matter of weeks. The Rotorua father of five, known to his community as the owner of “Mow Hero’s Lawncare,” has permanently parked his mower, trading his business for the round-the-clock demands of full-time caregiving. This transition comes in … Read More

Te Arawa health advocate honoured
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Te Arawa health advocate honoured

Veteran Māori health advocate Phyllis Tangitu (Ngāti Pikiao, Ngāti Haua, Ngāti Ranginui, Ngāti Awa) has been recognised as one of Te Rau Ora’s 100 Māori Leaders. This significant announcement celebrates over three decades of commitment to mental health advocacy and systemic change for Māori. Reflecting on the honour, Tangitu said she remains grounded in her purpose. “I am always humbled … Read More

Historic Te Moana-a-Toi aquaculture settlement celebrated at Hūria Marae
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Historic Te Moana-a-Toi aquaculture settlement celebrated at Hūria Marae

The air at Hūria Marae in Tauranga was filled with significance today as Ngāti Ranginui hosted the 11 other iwi of Te Moana-a-Toi and Crown representatives to celebrate the formal signing of a long-awaited aquaculture settlement. The landmark agreement marks a historic chapter for the rohe, affirming rights and recognising an enduring relationship with the moana. Oceans and Fisheries Minister … Read More

Rotorua’s Koutu community thrives as iwi-led housing project secures 39 new homes
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Rotorua’s Koutu community thrives as iwi-led housing project secures 39 new homes

Kōhanga Rākau Housing, part of the Ōwhata 2B & 7 Trusts Group, has delivered a significant victory for local whānau, completing 39 affordable rental homes in the heart of Koutu. The project represents a successful rescue mission after the development was salvaged from receivership, marking a new chapter for those calling the site home. The first three stages of the … Read More

The sound of success and sorrow: Sonny Bishop’s bittersweet rise
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The sound of success and sorrow: Sonny Bishop’s bittersweet rise

For Rotorua-born music producer Sonny Bishop (Ngāti Pikiao, Ngāti Whakaue), the release of Chris Brown’s 12th studio album, BROWN, was meant to be the pinnacle of a hard-earned career. Having already collaborated with heavy hitters like 2chainz and Hit-Boy, Bishop’s touch on the track “Nthn2tlkbout” cemented his arrival on the world stage. But the triumph is inextricably tied to an … Read More

A new chapter launched for Waimangu: Karakia marks arrival of ‘Sophia’
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A new chapter launched for Waimangu: Karakia marks arrival of ‘Sophia’

A new era of exploration has launched at Waimangu Volcanic Valley, with the official arrival and blessing of a new lake boat, “Sophia.” Representatives from Tūhourangi, Te Puia, and Waimangu gathered at Lake Rotomahana on Friday, 19 June, to celebrate the milestone with karakia, honouring the vessel and the historic figure for whom she is named. The journey to the … Read More

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