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After 20 years of gout, Darren Hohepa healed his symptoms with a clean diet - encouraging whānau to do the same this holiday season.
How whānau Māori are using kai to beat gout naturally
After 20 years of gout, Darren Hohepa healed his symptoms with a clean diet - encouraging whānau to do the same this holiday season.
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January 6, 2026 at 5:33 PM
The deadline set by hackers to release patient data belonging to about 120,000 New Zealanders has arrived, prompting calls for swift action from Greens Health spokesperson.
‘Hugely unsettling’: Greens health spokesperson reacts as ManageMyHealth hackers’ deadline hits
The deadline set by hackers to release patient data belonging to about 120,000 New Zealanders has arrived, prompting calls for swift action from Greens Health spokesperson.
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January 6, 2026 at 5:33 AM
In the sixth of a summer series on Wairarapa leaders’ views on the Government’s proposed local council reforms, Masterton mayor Bex Johnson shares her perspectives.
Rates cap may force councils to hike user-pay fees: Masterton mayor
In the sixth of a summer series on Wairarapa leaders’ views on the Government’s proposed local council reforms, Masterton mayor Bex Johnson shares her perspectives.
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January 5, 2026 at 11:33 PM
A couple staying with friends near Whangārei Heads has been surprised by a special guest over the holidays after finding a kiwi in the sleepout they were staying in.
Couple surprised to find kiwi trying to have a sleepover
A couple staying with friends near Whangārei Heads has been surprised by a special guest over the holidays after finding a kiwi in the sleepout they were staying in.
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January 5, 2026 at 5:33 PM
Thousands of patients caught up in the ManageMyHealth ransomware attack could be at risk of identity theft or extortion, cyber security experts are warning.
ManageMyHealth breach: Patients at risk of identity theft, extortion - experts
Thousands of patients caught up in the ManageMyHealth ransomware attack could be at risk of identity theft or extortion, cyber security experts are warning.
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January 5, 2026 at 5:33 AM
The holiday road toll stands provisionally at seven deaths, police say, well down on the 15 deaths last year and 22 deaths in 2024.
Holiday road tolls ends with seven deaths
The holiday road toll stands provisionally at seven deaths, police say, well down on the 15 deaths last year and 22 deaths in 2024.
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January 4, 2026 at 11:33 PM
Less than a month after the Tongariro fires, communities have a new evacuation plan. They are ready if needed, though they hope such an event won't return.
Ngāti Hikairo ki Tongariro sets new path forward after devastating Tongariro fires
Less than a month after the Tongariro fires, communities have a new evacuation plan. They are ready if needed, though they hope such an event won't return.
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January 4, 2026 at 5:33 PM
Te Matatini’s growth boosts reach and economy, but what's the pay-off? Peata Melbourne shares her opinion on balancing capitalism with kaupapa.
Opinion: Is Te Matatini too big for its own good?
Te Matatini’s growth boosts reach and economy, but what's the pay-off? Peata Melbourne shares her opinion on balancing capitalism with kaupapa.
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January 4, 2026 at 5:33 AM
Ko Te Whare Kauhoe he kura whakaako i te kauhoe e rūmaki katoatia ana ki te reo Māori.
Ka whakaakona te haumaru wai e tētahi kura kauhoe reo Māori, mā te tikanga
Ko Te Whare Kauhoe he kura whakaako i te kauhoe e rūmaki katoatia ana ki te reo Māori.
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January 3, 2026 at 11:33 PM
Koroneihana 2025 at Tūrangawaewae marked Kuiini Nga wai hono i te po's first year, uniting iwi and Pacific delegates with ceremony, kōrero, kapa haka, and future-focused hui.
Koroneihana 2025: History, unity and a new reign at Tūrangawaewae
Koroneihana 2025 at Tūrangawaewae marked Kuiini Nga wai hono i te po's first year, uniting iwi and Pacific delegates with ceremony, kōrero, kapa haka, and future-focused hui.
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January 3, 2026 at 5:33 PM
Sidney Boyd Ashton, first Ngāi Tahu CEO, dies at 89. A key figure in Te Kerēme and post-settlement success, he served from 1963–2004.
First Ngāi Tahu chief executive Sidney Boyd Ashton passes aged 89
Sidney Boyd Ashton, first Ngāi Tahu CEO, dies at 89. A key figure in Te Kerēme and post-settlement success, he served from 1963–2004.
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January 3, 2026 at 5:33 AM
The New Year 2026 Honours List for Aotearoa includes eight Pasifika recipients this year.
Eight Pasifika recipients in New Year Honours
The New Year 2026 Honours List for Aotearoa includes eight Pasifika recipients this year.
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January 3, 2026 at 5:33 AM
There's unease and confusion in Palau over a deal the Government has made with the US to accept deportees.
Unease in Palau over US deportees deal
There's unease and confusion in Palau over a deal the Government has made with the US to accept deportees.
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January 2, 2026 at 11:33 PM
The Minister for Māori Development is praising those named on the New Year Honours list.
Māori recognised for 2026 in New Year Honours list
The Minister for Māori Development is praising those named on the New Year Honours list.
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January 2, 2026 at 5:33 PM
Taulelei’s honour is a recognition of leadership that has shown how Māori values and commercial success are not mutually exclusive but mutually reinforcing.
CNZM honour for Rachel Taulelei highlights strength of Māori values in business
Taulelei’s honour is a recognition of leadership that has shown how Māori values and commercial success are not mutually exclusive but mutually reinforcing.
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January 2, 2026 at 6:33 AM
Paid firefighters of the NZ Professional Firefighters Union will strike for one hour from midday today.
Public urged to be careful as firefighters strike today
Paid firefighters of the NZ Professional Firefighters Union will strike for one hour from midday today.
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January 1, 2026 at 11:33 PM
More than 800,000 visitors are expected and Northland Mayoral Forum chair Moko Tepania says visitors and their hosts must do their bit to be kaitiaki of Northland.
Northland’s population to quadruple with summer tourist influx
More than 800,000 visitors are expected and Northland Mayoral Forum chair Moko Tepania says visitors and their hosts must do their bit to be kaitiaki of Northland.
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January 1, 2026 at 10:33 PM
Te Mana Kuratahi 2025 was held at Mercury Baypark in Tauranga Moana and brought together primary and intermediate school kapa haka groups from across Aotearoa.
Te Mana Kuratahi 2025: Nurturing the next generation of Kapa Haka
Te Mana Kuratahi 2025 was held at Mercury Baypark in Tauranga Moana and brought together primary and intermediate school kapa haka groups from across Aotearoa.
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January 1, 2026 at 5:33 PM
While the birth marks a successful breeding season for the nationally endangered species, the public is urged to remain alert for sea lions while travelling during summer.
Public to remain vigilant following birth of first nationally endangered pakeke pup
While the birth marks a successful breeding season for the nationally endangered species, the public is urged to remain alert for sea lions while travelling during summer.
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January 1, 2026 at 3:33 AM
The police plans to scale up roadside drug driver testing nationally between April and June.
Road deaths down for third year in a row, drug driver testing to ramp up
The police plans to scale up roadside drug driver testing nationally between April and June.
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January 1, 2026 at 12:33 AM
The annual Tira Hoe Waka journey on the Whanganui River is set to take place next week providing rangatahi with leadership opportunities grounded in wānanga.
Tira Hoe Waka to empower rangatahi through leadership opportunities
The annual Tira Hoe Waka journey on the Whanganui River is set to take place next week providing rangatahi with leadership opportunities grounded in wānanga.
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December 31, 2025 at 10:33 PM
Te Paea’s body was found at a house in the Hastings suburb of Camberley on 29 October and police said she was murdered in a targeted act of violence by someone known to her.
Police investigating Teishallia Te Paea’s death, looking to speak with some who visited victim’s home
Te Paea’s body was found at a house in the Hastings suburb of Camberley on 29 October and police said she was murdered in a targeted act of violence by someone known to her.
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December 31, 2025 at 5:33 PM
New Year 2026 Honours: The full list of knights, dames, honourees
Ngā Honore o te Tau Hou 2026: Te rārangi katoa o ngā Tā, ngā Kahurangi me ngā kaiwhiwhi tohu honore
New Year 2026 Honours: The full list of knights, dames, honourees
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December 31, 2025 at 5:33 AM
A new report published by Te Mātāwai has highlighted the narratives of Māori individuals grappling with language loss and trauma.
Study shows the experience of Māori grappling with ‘te reo trauma’
A new report published by Te Mātāwai has highlighted the narratives of Māori individuals grappling with language loss and trauma.
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December 31, 2025 at 12:33 AM
Hastings woman Christina (Chrissie) Cowan has been made an officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit (ONZM) in the New Year 2026 Honours List for services to Māori.
New Year 2026 Honours: Chrissie Cowan, advocate for blind and low-vision Māori, awarded ONZM
Hastings woman Christina (Chrissie) Cowan has been made an officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit (ONZM) in the New Year 2026 Honours List for services to Māori.
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December 30, 2025 at 11:33 PM