Election 2026: Willie Jackson more restrained talking Te Pāti Māori’s strategy after Hipkins described it as a ‘rort’
The other candidates in the running would likely get into Parliament via their party lists, the party said…
Election 2026: Waiariki candidates at debate unite on better outcomes for Māori
While all four were vying for votes, they made it clear they were united in wanting better outcomes…
Election 2026: Mana on the line as battle for Māori seats heats up
The audience wore hoodies with “Push for Cush!” or their local Labour MP’s name emblazoned on them. But…
Hawke’s Bay health manifesto: Candidates challenged over Māori health policies
McRoberts said he agreed to chair the talk because his 80-year-old aunt in Wairoa had been on dialysis…
Media Insider: Former TVNZ political editor Maiki Sherman to join Whakaata Māori (Māori Television) ahead of election
“We look forward to sharing more details about our election coverage shortly.” Sherman has been approached for comment.…
Labour’s ‘door open’ to Opportunity, senior roles for Te Pāti Māori ‘unlikely’ as Chris Hipkins clarifies vague remarks
Hipkins on Wednesday afternoon spoke to reporters, criticising Luxon and National for focusing on themselves and not important…
Election 2026: Left-wing Opposition’s chance of forming Govt tiny as Opportunity rises in Poll of Polls
Late last month, National decided to rule out working with Opportunity after the election due to Opportunity’s tax…
Warriors v Panthers: How Kiwi club’s Australian core embraced NRL’s first haka
For Barnett, now in his fourth and final season at the Warriors after joining from the Newcastle Knights,…
Election 2026: National to reveal party list, Winston Peters challenges Luxon to Māori seat referendum
The first list spot in Parliament will likely be taken by deputy leader Nicola Willis, who is also…
Election 2026: Mariameno Kapa-Kingi’s new party approved by Electoral Commission
Te Tai Tokerau Party The commission pondered whether the name of Kapa-Kingi’s new party would confuse voters, given…
Corrections Minister halts $9m ‘massage programme’ for prisoners
In the initial procurement documents, Corrections said there was a clear need for the services. “Rongoā Māori is…
Treaty clause review could be matter of life or death for Māori – Waitangi Tribunal
For example, one reference could use the word “honour” while another might say to “give effect to”. In…