Understanding Matariki: Significance and Star Location
Discover what Matariki is, why it's celebrated, and how to locate the star cluster.
New building standards for whenua Māori now in effect
The government introduces new standards to facilitate development on Māori land, aiming to improve housing access across Aotearoa.
Predator-Free 2050: Auckland Iwi & Community Unite for Nature
Auckland iwi, conservation groups and council celebrate new funding for Predator-Free 2050, with leaders saying the kaupapa aligns with tikanga Māori values.
Ngāti Kuri Welcomes Review Amid $2m DOC Revenue Query
Ngāti Kuri Trust Board welcomes an external review as questions arise over $2m in campground revenue owed to DOC. Here's what we know.
Auckland's Predator-Free Push Rooted in Māori Values
Auckland iwi, conservation groups and council celebrate new funding for Predator-Free 2050, aligning kaitiakitanga with native wildlife recovery.
First Wahine Māori Chair Elected to Toi Moana Regional Council
Matemoana McDonald becomes the first wahine Māori chair of Toi Moana Bay of Plenty Regional Council following the 2025 Local Body Elections.
Te Rereatukāhia Marae Holds AGM and Elections in July
Te Rereatukāhia Marae Committee is holding its AGM, Special General Meeting and Hui-a-Hapū on 20 July 2025 at the marae in Katikati.
Rūnanga Expands Free Health and Advocacy Services for Katikati Community
Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tamawhariua offers free health, advocacy and wellbeing services to all in Katikati, including a weekly Tuesday evening doctor clinic.
Ngāi Tamawhariua Hosts Free Whānau Hauora Day in Katikati
Ngāi Tamawhariua hosts a free Whānau Hauora Day at Katikati War Memorial Hall on 1 July, featuring health stalls, kai and family activities.
Matariki Celebration Puts Tangata Whenua Leadership Centre Stage in Te Puke
Te Puke Matariki 2025 celebration on June 20 showcases tangata whenua leadership with traditional performances, local musicians, and Māori kai.
Pink Ribbon Morning Tea Hosted by Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tamawhariua
Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tamawhariua invites the Katikati community to a free Pink Ribbon Morning Tea on 22 May in support of breast cancer awareness.
Waihī Beach Library Given Te Reo Name by Local Hapū
Te Whānau a Tauwhao hapū gifts the name Te Ara Mātauranga to the new Waihī Beach library and community hub, due to open in July.
Katikati Screens Māori Organic Farming Film on Indigenous Food Sovereignty
Grow On Katikati screens a film on Māori organic farming with Dr Jessica Hutchings on 18 February — exploring indigenous food sovereignty and connection to