This morning, the body of te reo Māori stalwart Professor John Moorfield was taken onto Te Kohinga Mārama Marae at Waikato University, where he taught for 23 years.
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NewsBill to change whānau access to tūpāpaku
Public submissions are now open on the bill to change the management of and whānau access to tūpāpaku.
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Tikanga Māori to be regulated throughout funeral industry
The funeral industry will be regulated to consider Māori customs when it comes to whānau access and the management of their deceased, following an inquiry by the Māori Affairs Select Committee. Green Party MP Marama Davidson says this will make a big difference for whānau, especially when dealing with authorities.
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A freedom fighter for our people- Sandra Lee-Vercoe
Heartfelt words of sympathy are being heard throughout the country at the passing of former Deputy Prime Minister Jim Anderton. He was 79-years-old when he passed peacefully at Cashmere View Hospital in Christchurch last night. His passing is felt by those all over the country and also by his former Deputy Leader Sandra Lee-Vercoe.
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He Maimai Aroha: Pā Henare Tate
A historian of Māori culture and of Catholicism, the passing of Pā Henare Tate was mourned throughout the north and across the country. Today, we pay tribute to you, Pā Henare.
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He Maimai Aroha: Lewis Moeau
He accompanied royalty and dignitaries alike when they landed in New Zealand. He was also the elder for the Office of the Prime Minister. Here is our tribute to Lewis Moeau.
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He Maimai Aroha: Nganeko Minhinnick
She was one of Māoridom's first eco-warriors defending her lands against tides of companies and governments wanting to plunder the resource. Here is our tribute to Nganeko Minhinnick.
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He Maimai Aroha: Kotuku Tibble
Much loved Maori broadcaster, teacher, and champion of our Maori language & customs Kotuku Tibble passed away last year. A tribute to Mr. Tibble.
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Te Kāea: He Maimai Aroha 2017
As we farewell 2017 we remember the dearly departed in our ‘He Maimai Aroha’ series. Te Kāea celebrates their passion, work and dedication to Te Ao Māori.
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He Maimai Aroha: Toko Pompey
He was the musician who became a spokesperson for Te Atairangikaahu and her son Kingi Tuheitia. Toko Pompey, here is our tribute.
