Introduction The recent closure of Sky City Auckland’s gambling areas for five days highlights a critical issue that disproportionately affects Māori and Pasifika communities: the devastating consequences of problem... Read more »
Introduction Aotearoa, a land of diverse cultures and breathtaking landscapes, faces a growing threat: the insidious spread of online hate fueled by anonymous trolls. These individuals, often hiding behind... Read more »
Introduction Robin DiAngelo, in her groundbreaking book “White Fragility,” delves into the uncomfortable truth about race and racism in America. She challenges the notion of “colorblindness” and exposes the... Read more »
Introduction: The Kiingitanga, or Māori King movement, is a powerful symbol of Māori self-determination and cultural resilience. Its history, spanning over 160 years, is a testament to the enduring... Read more »
Across Aotearoa, a wave of defiance has swept through local councils, with 42 out of 45 choosing to retain their Māori wards despite a government-mandated referendum. This resounding decision... Read more »
Introduction: Prime Minister Christopher Luxon’s recent pronouncements on the Crown’s sovereignty have ignited a heated debate, with Māori leaders and the public alike questioning the implications of his statements.... Read more »
Introduction: The recent article critiquing the “Whale Song” project, a government-funded initiative aimed at revitalizing kauri trees using Māori knowledge, exemplifies a persistent problem in Western engagement with Mātauranga... Read more »
Introduction: Imagine a world where Aotearoa, New Zealand, hums with the vibrant sounds of te reo Māori alongside English. Where children learn to count in both languages, where elders... Read more »
Introduction: The heart of Waikato, Turangawaewae marae, fell silent as the hearse carrying the mortal remains of Kiingi Tuheitia Pōtatau Te Wherowhero Te Tuawhitu, the seventh Māori King, departed... Read more »
Introduction: Today, amidst a mix of sorrow and hope, Māoridom bid farewell to their beloved King, Kiingi Tuheitia Pōtatau Te Wherowhero Te Tuawhitu, while simultaneously welcoming a new era... Read more »