How we make it work: Moana 2 and Modern Māori Quartet’s Awhimai Fraser and James Tito balance acting and love
As part of the Herald’s new series, How we make it work, Tito and Fraser explain how they…
Thousands of NZers subject to compulsory mental health assessments, Māori disproportionately affected
Marc Wilson Psychology writer·New Zealand Listener· 20 Apr, 2026 06:06 PM3 mins to read Subscribe to listenAccess…
Rotorua Māori showband legend Ronnie Ransfield dies aged 82
In August 2016, he returned home to be officially awarded Vietnam War medals from the New Zealand Defence…
Controversial Buildings Throughout History: From the Tower of Babel to the White House Ballroom
How to Be Cultured Menu Architecture and Design 1. The Mythical Tower of Babel (10-7 B.C.) Heritage Images/Hulton…
Tauranga council considers restoring te reo name for Ōmanawa Falls Reserve
Safety upgrades Ōmanawa Falls Reserve is owned and managed by the Tauranga City Council and sits within the…
Rotorua premiere: Sgt. Haane film tells story of 28th Māori Battalion soldier Haane Manahi
Sergeant Haane Manahi of the Maori Battalion was recommended for the Victoria Cross for bravery during World War…
Whakaaria Mai: New music video reveals US evangelist Billy Graham’s connection to magical Māori hymn
The project, Elers said, was a tribute to Billy Graham while also recognising the Māori clergy who shaped…
PM Luxon’s reshuffle marks historic first but cuts number of National Māori MPs in Cabinet to 1
“I really enjoy the way Parliament works, the way the House operates. Chris Bishop has been amazing to…
Māori All Black Shane Christie died with CTE, the brain disease linked to contact sport
New Zealand Rugby (NZR) acknowledged the diagnosis and reiterated its position that the link between repeated head impacts…
Media Insider: Broadcasting Standards Authority v Sean Plunket and The Platform – BSA claims formal jurisdiction over Māori tikanga ‘mumbo jumbo’ comment
Peters told Plunket today that the BSA move was one of “breathtaking audacity”. “They say there’s a huge…
Khylee Quince reflects on tikanga reforms as AUT law dean tenure ends
“I thought as the first Māori dean I could lead my school through that. It wasn’t always easy…
Generations of a Rotorua family’s Dutch and Māori legacy honoured with World War II bravery medal
Sjaak had enlisted in the Dutch armed forces in April 1939. He served with the 2nd Regiment of…