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Communities need to be consulted and involved
Thursday, 3 November 2011, 4:28 pm | The Maori Party
Delays over resource consents are a concern, but there is a lot that developers could do to minimise them says co-leader, Dr Pita Sharples. More >>
Maori Party congratulates Te Huarahi Tika Trust
Thursday, 3 November 2011, 3:17 pm | The Maori Party
Maori Party Co-leader Dr Pita Sharples has congratulated Te Huarahi Tika Trust on the release of the first te reo Maori smartphone, and the announcement of scholarships to encourage Maori into the ICT industry. More >>
We all need to step up says Turia
Thursday, 3 November 2011, 3:15 pm | The Maori Party
The shock jump in unemployment for Maori and Pasifika peoples between the June and September 2011 quarters has been greeted with concern by Maori Party co-leader, Tariana Turia. More >>
Maori Party to establish Peace Week
Thursday, 3 November 2011, 10:45 am | The Maori Party
The Maori Party has pledged it will establish a Peace Week, from 31 October to 5 November, to honour the heroism and the peacemaking heritage established at Parihaka. More >>
4.9 Blenheim Earthquake a reminder to us all
Wednesday, 2 November 2011, 1:27 pm | The Maori Party
A 4.9 earthquake in Blenheim today has prompted Māori Party MP for Te Tai Tonga Rāhui Kātene to remind whanau of the importance of maintaining a survival kit, and having a plan of action in the event of another major catastrophe. More >>
We must care for our most vulnerable whanau - Turia
Tuesday, 1 November 2011, 5:44 pm | The Maori Party
Maori Party co-leader, Tariana Turia has today reacted to Government’s announcements around welfare reform by reinforcing the Maori Party’s call for caution in caring for our most vulnerable whanau. “Let’s be clear - welfare dependency is not a ... More >>
Katene welcomes commitment to mana whenua
Tuesday, 1 November 2011, 2:44 pm | The Maori Party
Member for Te Tai Tonga, Rahui Katene, has welcomed the commitment for mana whenua to play a leading role in protecting and preserving the significance of Te Motu Kairangi/Miramar Peninsula in Wellington. More >>
Tell it straight, Hone!
Tuesday, 1 November 2011, 9:37 am | The Maori Party
“The Maori Party acts with integrity, and honours undertakings we give. It disturbs me that Hone would outright lie about the circumstances surrounding his vote on the Taxation Bill in 2010 (the legislation which brought in a rise in GST)". More >>
Shortland Has Reservations About Hone Harawira's Bravado
Monday, 31 October 2011, 9:46 am | The Maori Party
Candidate for Te Tai Tokerau, Waihoroi Shortland has some reservations about the bravado of Hone Harawira’s statement on Marae Investigates that he had voted against GST. More >>
Address to Ngä Hapu o Ngäruahine Iwi inc
Sunday, 30 October 2011, 10:51 pm | The Maori Party
It is a great pleasure to be here at Kanihi Pa at such a critical juncture in your history; in our history. Just over a year ago, you were setting off on a pathway to sign the Terms of Negotiations, a significant milestone that marks the second ... More >>
Whanau should feed our own children – not politicians
Sunday, 30 October 2011, 11:51 am | The Maori Party
“ Whanau should feed our own children – not politicians” says Turia Hon Tariana Turia, Co-leader of the Maori Party Sunday 30 October 2011 Hone Harawira’s rhetoric that political parties should 'feed the kids' must be challenged says Maori Party ... More >>
Speech: Kaapua Smith - Maori Party Hui-a-Tau
Sunday, 30 October 2011, 11:21 am | The Maori Party
Address to the Maori Party Hui-a-Tau; Pipitea Marae, Wellington Kaapua Smith, List Candidate for the Maori Party Saturday 29 October 2011 Tena koutou, tena koutou, tena koutou katoa I am very humbled, and also proud to be standing here today, as ... More >>
Maori Party Manifesto 2011
Saturday, 29 October 2011, 7:32 pm | The Maori Party
2011 Election Manifesto released by the Maori Party at its Hui a Tau held at Pipitea Marae, Wellington, today 29 October. More >>
Maori Party Announces Dynamic Lineup
Saturday, 29 October 2011, 6:36 pm | The Maori Party
Maori Party Announces Dynamic Lineup to contest 2011 Elections Pem Bird, Maori Party President Saturday 28 October 2011 Maori Party President Pem Bird, is proud of the quality and the diverse strengths of the Maori Party team fronting up for Election ... More >>
Pem Bird, President Maori Party – Report to Hui a Tau
Saturday, 29 October 2011, 12:17 pm | The Maori Party
This year has been a truly remarkable year for the Māori Party. We have withstood an initial six month onslaught of sustained pressure, extreme challenge and high anxiety that was potentially destabilizing and ruinous for us. Intense media interest ... More >>
Speech - Turia: Pacific Community and youth fono
Friday, 28 October 2011, 5:54 pm | The Maori Party
Pacific Community and youth fono : Hopes and Dreams - Achieving Dreams brings new challenges Te Akapuanga Hall, Cannons Creek;Porirua Thursday 27 October 2011, 5.30pm Speech (delivered by Ana Bidois on behalf of Minister Turia) Kia orana! Ni sa bula ... More >>
Maori Party calls for inquiry into coastal cargo shipping
Friday, 28 October 2011, 12:26 pm | The Maori Party
Te Ururoa Flavell Maori Party WHIP | MP for Waiariki Friday, October 28 Maori Party calls for inquiry into coastal cargo shipping MP for Waiariki, Te Ururoa Flavell, supports the call for an inquiry into coastal cargo shipping following another incident ... More >>
Maori Party praises Waikato Regional Council
Friday, 28 October 2011, 11:44 am | The Maori Party
Maori Party candidate for Hauraki-Waikato, Tau Mataki, has praised the Waikato Regional Council for their decision to adopt two Maori seats for the upcoming 2013 local Government elections. More >>
Ngāti Awa scholar a true role-model says Waiariki MP
Thursday, 27 October 2011, 11:59 am | The Maori Party
Māori Party MP for Te Waiariki, Te Ururoa Flavell, is delighted to hear of the success Ngati Awa scholar Natalie Ramarihia Coates has achieved after being awarded the Fulbright Award to continue her studies in indigenous law and human rights at Harvard University. More >>
Maori Party welcomes significant boost to Social Housing
Tuesday, 25 October 2011, 11:46 am | The Maori Party
Maori Party co-leader Tariana Turia has greeted the announcement of four new funds as a positive response to the call from tangata whenua to invest in more social and affordable housing. More >>
