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Brawls and boycotts: Growing pressure on Waikato Rugby League to ban players for “malicious play”
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Brawls and boycotts: Growing pressure on Waikato Rugby League to ban players for “malicious play”

A formal complaint regarding a Men’s Premiership match dubbed the “battle of the bridge” between Tuurangawaewae and the Ngaaruawaahia Panthers has triggered an extensive review of disciplinary processes and player welfare standards within the Waikato Rugby League following an on field brawl. The complaint, lodged by Tuurangawaewae women’s team captain Pourewa Ruri-Clarke, details incidents of what she describes as ‘malicious … Read More

New era begins as Tamati Ellison names first Māori All Blacks squad at Ōrākei Marae
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New era begins as Tamati Ellison names first Māori All Blacks squad at Ōrākei Marae

A new chapter for Māori rugby has begun with Head Coach Tamati Ellison naming his first Māori All Blacks squad at Ōrākei Marae in Auckland today. Tuia News was at the Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei gathering as a 26-strong squad was unveiled ahead of the side’s upcoming tour to Japan. The team blends proven experience with emerging talent, including six potential … 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

Greens pitch wealth tax as National warns of growth hit
Latest NewsTōrangapūTuia

Greens pitch wealth tax as National warns of growth hit

The Green Party has put tax at the centre of its 2026 election pitch, announcing a plan it says would make the super-rich and major corporates pay more, while cutting income tax for 96 percent of New Zealanders. The policy, titled A tax system for all of us, would introduce a 2.5 percent tax on net assets above $10 million, … Read More

Ka whakarewahia te waa o Matariki ki Waikato
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Ka whakarewahia te waa o Matariki ki Waikato

Noo te ata nei i karahuihui ngaa maangai o te Kiingitanga, ngaa iwi o Kirikiriroa me te Koromatua ki ngaa maara o Kirikiriroa ki te whakarewa i te waa o Matariki ki roto tonu o Waikato.  “I rawe, te taenga mai o te Kaahui Ariki, o te Tumuaki, o te Koromatua me ngaa iwi o Kirikiriroa e tahu ana te … Read More

Chiefs ready for sold-out Super Rugby Final clash with Hurricanes
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Chiefs ready for sold-out Super Rugby Final clash with Hurricanes

The Gallagher Chiefs are preparing for a highly anticipated Super Rugby grand final this weekend against the Hurricanes after winning against the Crusaders in last weekend’s match in Waikato (49 – 12).  “We’ve got the Hurricanes this weekend in the final. Got a good plan and obviously know that the Hurricanes have a big forward pack, and some big backs … Read More

NZ First takes aim at Auckland’s Māori Statutory Board
Latest NewsTōrangapūTuia

NZ First takes aim at Auckland’s Māori Statutory Board

New Zealand First says it will campaign on abolishing Auckland Council’s Independent Māori Statutory Board (IMSB), arguing the body has too much influence over council decision-making without being directly elected by ratepayers. Party leader Winston Peters announced the policy this week, saying a member’s bill had been drafted and introduced to disestablish the board, also known as Houkura. In its … Read More

35 years of service to iwi radio: Whanganui uri and hapori celebrate
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35 years of service to iwi radio: Whanganui uri and hapori celebrate

Whanganui’s iwi radio station, Te Reo Irirangi o Whanganui – Awa FM, has officially celebrated 35 years on the airwaves, marking a significant milestone for the region. Since its first broadcast on June 17, 1991, the station has served as a vital voice for the community, preserving te mita o te reo o Whanganui (the local dialect) and sharing local stories, … Read More

Government challenged over “pay first” marae emergency funding
Latest NewsTōrangapūTuia

Government challenged over “pay first” marae emergency funding

Opposition MPs have intensified scrutiny on the government’s disaster response funding model, arguing that the requirement for marae to front emergency costs before seeking reimbursement is unsustainable for community sites acting as civil defence hubs. During a Māori Affairs select committee hearing today, Labour MP Georgie Dansey challenged the government’s expectation that marae should manage upfront payments and receipts during … Read More