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ACT's disability cuts 'poorly researched' - Mental Health Foundation
Mon, 12 Oct 2026 18:44:29 +1300
Chief executive Shaun Robinson says the party's plan to cut disability benefits by more than $650 million is based on "assumptions and bigotry". ...
Man dies after speaking at South Wairarapa council meeting
Mon, 12 Oct 2026 18:39:27 +1300
Garry Dittmer had been seeking a response regarding his long-standing concerns about 1080 use when he collapsed at a meeting earlier this month. ...

RNZ Business

Who is cashing in as petrol prices hit record high at the pump
Mon, 12 Oct 2026 18:28:00 +1300
According to a gas price app, the average cost of 91 fuel is $3.60. ...
National hints at tax cuts - after 2029, as fiscal plan released
Mon, 12 Oct 2026 13:04:17 +1300
But Nicola Willis says the books must be back in the black first. ...

RNZ Sport

Chiefs v Chiefs: NRL claims it was blindsided by NZ Rugby injunction bid
Mon, 12 Oct 2026 17:14:24 +1300
NZR says it has been "shadow-boxing" in attempts to resolve the trademark dispute, while the NRL argues the urgent injunction bid comes after months of silence. ...
'Challenged me mentally': Beauden Barrett on his non-selection for All Blacks
Mon, 12 Oct 2026 17:00:52 +1300
The veteran playmaker was not picked for the first six tests of the year but showed his value to the team with an assured performance against the Wallabies. ...

RNZ World

Chiefs v Chiefs: NRL claims it was blindsided by NZ Rugby injunction bid
Mon, 12 Oct 2026 17:14:24 +1300
NZR says it has been "shadow-boxing" in attempts to resolve the trademark dispute, while the NRL argues the urgent injunction bid comes after months of silence. ...
Timor-Leste: Watching the transition of ASEAN’s newest star
Mon, 12 Oct 2026 17:08:25 +1300
This month marks a year since Timor-Leste was formally welcomed into ASEAN, and the transformation of the capital Dili, in that short time is staggering. ...
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New Zealand is an island country in the southwestern Pacific Ocean. It consists of two main landmasses—the North Island and the South Island —and over 600 smaller islands. It is the sixth-largest island country by area and lies east of Australia across the Tasman Sea and south of the islands of New Caledonia, Fiji, and Tonga. The country's varied topography and sharp mountain peaks, including the Southern Alps, owe much to tectonic uplift and volcanic eruptions. New Zealand's capital city is Wellington, and its most populous city is Auckland.

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Milford Sound / Piopiotahi

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1 year ago Category : Treaty-of-Waitangi-History
The Treaty of Waitangi, signed in 1840 between the British Crown and various M?ori chiefs in New Zealand, is a pivotal document that continues to have a significant impact on the cultural landscape of the country. The treaty was intended to establish a partnership between the British and M?ori peoples, guaranteeing M?ori rights to their land and providing them with the rights and privileges of British subjects.

The Treaty of Waitangi, signed in 1840 between the British Crown and various M?ori chiefs in New Zealand, is a pivotal document that continues to have a significant impact on the cultural landscape of the country. The treaty was intended to establish a partnership between the British and M?ori peoples, guaranteeing M?ori rights to their land and providing them with the rights and privileges of British subjects.

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Unpacking the Treaty of Waitangi: A Critical Look into New Zealand's Colonial History

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The Treaty of Waitangi is a significant document in the history of New Zealand that has shaped the relationship between the Maori people and the European settlers. Signed in 1840, the treaty was intended to establish a partnership between the British Crown and the Maori chiefs, guaranteeing Maori rights and protecting their lands.

The Treaty of Waitangi is a significant document in the history of New Zealand that has shaped the relationship between the Maori people and the European settlers. Signed in 1840, the treaty was intended to establish a partnership between the British Crown and the Maori chiefs, guaranteeing Maori rights and protecting their lands.

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Maori culture is rich with traditions and practices that have been passed down through generations. One of the most famous aspects of Maori culture is the Haka, a traditional war dance that serves as a powerful display of pride, strength, and unity. The Haka is widely recognized around the world, thanks in part to its performance by New Zealand's national rugby team, the All Blacks, before their matches.

Maori culture is rich with traditions and practices that have been passed down through generations. One of the most famous aspects of Maori culture is the Haka, a traditional war dance that serves as a powerful display of pride, strength, and unity. The Haka is widely recognized around the world, thanks in part to its performance by New Zealand's national rugby team, the All Blacks, before their matches.

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The traditional Maori music is deeply rooted in the culture and history of the Maori people of New Zealand. One of the most well-known forms of traditional Maori music is the Haka, a revered Maori dance that combines vocal chants, rhythmic movements, and powerful expressions.

The traditional Maori music is deeply rooted in the culture and history of the Maori people of New Zealand. One of the most well-known forms of traditional Maori music is the Haka, a revered Maori dance that combines vocal chants, rhythmic movements, and powerful expressions.

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1 year ago Category : Haka-and-Maori-Performing-Arts
Maori cultural festivals are a vibrant celebration of the rich heritage and traditions of the indigenous people of New Zealand. At the heart of these festivals is the powerful and iconic performance art known as the Haka. The Haka is a traditional Maori war dance that has gained international recognition for its intense expressions of emotion, strength, and pride.

Maori cultural festivals are a vibrant celebration of the rich heritage and traditions of the indigenous people of New Zealand. At the heart of these festivals is the powerful and iconic performance art known as the Haka. The Haka is a traditional Maori war dance that has gained international recognition for its intense expressions of emotion, strength, and pride.

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1 year ago Category : Haka-and-Maori-Performing-Arts
Maori culture is rich in tradition and one of the most iconic forms of Maori performing arts is the Haka. The Haka is a traditional dance form accompanied by chanting, stamping, and fierce facial expressions. It holds great cultural significance for the Maori people and is performed on various occasions such as weddings, funerals, and sporting events.

Maori culture is rich in tradition and one of the most iconic forms of Maori performing arts is the Haka. The Haka is a traditional dance form accompanied by chanting, stamping, and fierce facial expressions. It holds great cultural significance for the Maori people and is performed on various occasions such as weddings, funerals, and sporting events.

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**Exploring The Majesty of Aoraki - Mount Cook: A Climbing Expedition**

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