Reliable, affordable electricity is on the way for a kura (school) and five marae north of Kaitaia with a grant of up to $1.26 million from the Regional Infrastructure Fund (RIF), Māori Development Minister...
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Famous surfer dog Bosco makes a splash at Waitangi
The man behind surfer dog Bosco, Dylan Bacher, and his “equally spirited” companion Treasure. Photo: Layla Bailey-McDowell / RNZ Bosco the French bulldog, known for ripping it up on his surfboard, returned to the...
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Northland councils team up on local government reform
Far North Mayor Moko Tepania also chairs the Northland Maoyral Forum. Photo: Peter de Graaf/RNZ Northland’s four councils are presenting a shared vision, following the proposal for local government reform. Submissions on the Bills...
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Waitangi Day 2026 in pictures: the waka, kapa haka and crowds
This year’s Waitangi commemorations have provided a platform for many diverse voices, for togetherness and disagreement, and for culture, fun and getting out into the sun. Photo: Mark Papalii After the Waitangi Day Festival...
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As it happened: Waitangi visitors reflect on manaakitanga
Waitangi Day celebrations started with a dawn service, which included a rowdy reception for the deputy prime minister, a waka flotilla and powerful haka. Follow coverage on our live blog below. Sign up for...
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Waitangi Day 2026 in pictures: the waka, kapa haka and crowds
This year’s Waitangi commemorations have provided a platform for many diverse voices, for togetherness and disagreement, and for culture, fun and getting out into the sun. Photo: Mark Papalii After the Waitangi Day Festival...
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Watch live: Waitangi visitors reflect on manaakitanga
Waitangi Day celebrations started with a dawn service, which included a rowdy reception for the deputy prime minister, a waka flotilla and powerful haka. Follow coverage on our live blog below. Sign up for...
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‘Our kids are the atua of the space’: Papamīharo creates space for taitamariki at Waitangi
At Waitangi, Papamīharo stands out as an intentional space. Photo: Coco Lance / RNZ Pacific At Waitangi, Papamīharo stands out as an intentional space. The colourful, immersive tent has invited mokopuna, rangatahi and whānau...
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Watch live: Waitangi Day celebrations continue
Waitangi Day celebrations are ongoing, starting with a dawn service which included a rowdy reception for the deputy prime minister and a waka flotilla and poewrful haka. Follow coverage on our live blog below....
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Watch live: Waitangi Day celebrations continue, as waka hit the water
Celebrations have begun at Waitangi Day, starting with a dawn service which included a rowdy reception for the deputy prime minister. Follow coverage on our live blog below. Sign up for Ngā Pitopito Kōrero,...
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