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Maori Party launches economic policy
Tuesday, 14 October 2008, 5:00 pm | The Maori Party
Tax relief for those on lowest incomes, small business development and better targeting of government funding to achieve positive outcomes for Maori are three key planks of the Maori Party’s economic policies, released today in Flaxmere, Hawkes Bay. More >>
Whanau ora embraces all cultures – Maori Party
Tuesday, 14 October 2008, 4:59 pm | The Maori Party
The family network as the springboard for social, economic and cultural resurgence was the key theme of the Maori Party’s policy launch in Hawkes Bay today. More >>
Tai Tokerau is Maori Party territory
Tuesday, 14 October 2008, 9:12 am | The Maori Party
“Tai Tokerau is now Maori Party territory,” said Hone Harawira, Maori Party Member of Parliament for Te Tai Tokerau, ”and the polls confirm what we’ve been seeing for months - that Maori have finally shaken off the shackles that Labour has always ... More >>
“Hone’s the man”
Monday, 13 October 2008, 3:39 pm | The Maori Party
“These are excellent results,” said Hori Parata, chairman of the Maori Party Tai Tokerau Electorate Committee. “They confirm what we’ve been hearing all round the north – Hone’s the man alright.” More >>
Time to focus on the Whanau says Maori Party
Monday, 13 October 2008, 2:10 pm | The Maori Party
Maori Party candidates will travel to Hawkes Bay tomorrow (Tuesday 14 October 2008) to launch two of its three main policy planks – ‘Whanau Ora’ and ‘The Economy’. More >>
The Treaty in the House
Monday, 13 October 2008, 2:03 pm | The Maori Party
“The Treaty has always been a cornerstone in my life,” said Hone Harawira, Maori Party Member of Parliament for Te Tai Tokerau, ”and I ain’t surprised to see that it’s also the most important issue for people in the north.” More >>
Monte Ohia; Miriama Kahu and Maketu John Simpson
Saturday, 11 October 2008, 1:20 pm | The Maori Party
It is my honour tonight to speak of our mighty cause champions; our personal heroes; our loved friends, Monte and Miriama. More >>
Endorsement for Iwi in spite of Crown bias
Wednesday, 8 October 2008, 1:40 pm | The Maori Party
Rahui Katene, Maori Party candidate for Te Tai Tonga, congratulates iwi involved in the recently announced aquaculture settlement and slams the current government for their entrenched process and bias against iwi. More >>
Working together to eliminate abuse and violence
Wednesday, 8 October 2008, 10:12 am | The Maori Party
I spent yesterday in Whanganui attending the tangi of Rangitihi Tahuparae; at Putiki Marae on the banks of the Whanganui River. More >>
Pita Sharples 'The Treaty - you never know it'
Tuesday, 7 October 2008, 5:36 pm | The Maori Party
Auckland University Law Lecture Tuesday 7 October 2008; 2pm Dr Pita Sharples, Co-leader of the Maori Party 'The Treaty - you never know it' More >>
Tidy the spare bedroom, Maori warned!
Tuesday, 7 October 2008, 10:13 am | The Maori Party
The message for Maori in the latest Pre-election Economic and Fiscal Update is pretty clear – tidy up your spare bedroom and clear out the garage, because rellies are likely to want a place to stay. More >>
Who represents Maori Workers Political interests?
Monday, 6 October 2008, 12:31 am | The Maori Party
Employers have often been accused by Trade Unions of using ‘divide and rule’ tactics to pit workers against each other. That’s why it is always bemusing to watch the Labour Party and the Trade Union movement utilise the same ‘divide and ... More >>
Maori Needs Are Not Being Met in Southland
Thursday, 2 October 2008, 4:17 pm | The Maori Party
Southland District Health Board plans must directly confront the growing poverty and resulting health issues for many Maori living in Southland, according to the Maori Party candidate for Te Tai Tonga. More >>
Poroporoaki: Rangitihi Rangiwaiata Tahuparae, MNZM
Thursday, 2 October 2008, 2:38 pm | The Maori Party
The Maori Party feels bereft to hear of the death of Rangitihi Tahuparae, and we send our love and sorrow to his family and relations from the many tribes he was connected to. More >>
Get on the Bus and Vote Maori Party
Thursday, 2 October 2008, 10:15 am | The Maori Party
“News that Labour is offering free off-peak public transport for Hamilton-based kaumatua is wonderful” said Angeline Greensill, Maori Party candidate for Hauraki-Waikato. More >>
Turia: Wahine Purotu Evening 2008 Maori Women
Thursday, 2 October 2008, 9:55 am | The Maori Party
I am indeed honoured by Nga Rangahau tira and Nga Tauru Umanga, to be part of this exciting night. And as we sit on the cusp of election 2008, what an incredible opportunity to reflect on our past and look to our future. More >>
Baby Buried Without A Heart
Wednesday, 1 October 2008, 11:30 am | The Maori Party
"Makes you want to cry," said Hone Harawira, Maori Party MP for Tai Tokerau, when he heard that a family had just been told to pick up the rest of their baby’s heart a month after they thought they had buried all of him. More >>
Dynamic phase for Crown-Māori relationships
Wednesday, 1 October 2008, 11:17 am | The Maori Party
“Today we achieved a major milestone towards settling the grievances of the past and establishing a lasting framework to manage the interests of Ngāti Pahauwera in the public foreshore and seabed, lands and rivers” Minister of Maori Affairs, ... More >>
Sharples: Grand Challenges for Population Health
Tuesday, 30 September 2008, 5:33 pm | The Maori Party
Within our tribal archives, the oriori Pinepine te kura is one of the most precious chants of Ngati Kahungunu. Amongst the honouring of the whakapapa connections of the child, is a song of worship to Te Umurangi, the 'little tiny treasure' who descends ... More >>
It’s always happening in Hauraki-Waikato!
Tuesday, 30 September 2008, 1:31 pm | The Maori Party
“Hamilton shines” said Angeline Greensill, the Maori Party candidate for Hauraki-Waikato. “On Sunday, I took a walk through Hamilton and was amazed by the energy and activity happening on the streets”. More >>
