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- Job seeker policy bad for struggling whānauby Claudette Hauiti on October 7, 2025 at 12:16 am
While Māori unemployment is rising and jobs for rangatahi are vanishing across hospitality, retail and construction, the government is shifting the cost burden from the state onto struggling parents. Community groups say rangatahi Māori joblessness could hit 25% this year,
- $65K Cut-Off: Whānau Told to Pay or Watch Rangatahi Sinkby Claudette Hauiti on October 7, 2025 at 12:04 am
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon says it’s time to ‘reset the culture’, and that starts with telling parents to support their adult children if they can’t find work. But while national unemployment sits at 5.1%, the outlook for rangatahi Māori is
- ‘The Doctor’s Wife’ Film Moves Audiences, Raises Thousands for Palestineby Moeawa Fransen on October 6, 2025 at 11:48 pm
Free community screenings of The Doctor’s Wife are being held across Aotearoa, with last night’s Whakatāne screening deeply moving audiences. Directed by wāhine Māori filmmaker Paula Whetu Jones, the film tells the powerful story of Dr Alan and Hazel Kerr,
- Diabetic Amputations Rising, Māori Communities Disproportionately Affectedby Atereano Mateariki on October 6, 2025 at 11:46 pm
The number of diabetic amputations in Aotearoa is rising, with Māori communities hit especially hard. A recent study shows Type 2 diabetes rates for Māori are three times higher than for non-Māori, highlighting systemic and cultural barriers that contribute to
- Attack on Winston Peters’ Home Sparks Concern Over Political Violenceby Atereano Mateariki on October 6, 2025 at 11:25 pm
A recent attack on the home of New Zealand First leader Winston Peters has sparked concern about the escalation of political violence and its impact on society. New Zealand First deputy leader and Minister Shane Jones has condemned the incident,
Latest Maori News – Voices, Culture, and Developments from Aotearoa
Welcome to the Māori Latest News page on Wiwi.live – your dedicated source for updates about Māori people, their culture, leadership, and ongoing developments across Aotearoa (New Zealand). Whether you’re following iwi (tribal) leadership stories, Treaty of Waitangi discussions, or the celebration of traditional arts, this page brings you curated Māori news that matters.
As the tangata whenua (Indigenous people of New Zealand), Māori communities play a central role in shaping the nation’s cultural identity, political dialogue, and environmental stewardship. Wiwi.live proudly highlights their stories and voices in real-time.
As the Indigenous people of New Zealand, the Māori have a rich cultural legacy rooted in language, land, and identity. Their stories continue to shape the nation’s social, political, and environmental future. At Wiwi.live, we believe that staying informed about Maori news issues is essential, not just for Aotearoa, but for anyone interested in Indigenous rights, cultural revival, and community resilience.
📰 What We Cover on the Maori News Page
Here’s an overview of key areas we focus on to keep you informed:
🏛️ Maori News Politics & Leadership
From iwi governance and tribal settlements to Māori representation in Parliament and local councils, we report on:
- Treaty of Waitangi negotiations and legislation
- Māori Party (Te Pāti Māori) activities
- Leadership appointments in iwi and hapū
- Māori voting rights and political influence
🎓 Language, Education & Revitalization
We follow efforts to preserve and promote Te Reo Māori (the Māori language), including:
- Kura kaupapa (Māori immersion schools)
- Te Wiki o te Reo Māori (Māori Language Week)
- Government language revitalization policies
- Indigenous education success stories
🌿 Culture, Traditions & Identity
Māori heritage is rich and powerful. Our coverage includes:
- Marae (community meeting place) events and protocols
- Traditional arts like carving, weaving, and kapa haka (dance)
- Contemporary Māori music, cinema, and visual art
- Cultural festivals like Matariki and Waitangi Day
🌏 Environmental Guardianship (Kaitiakitanga)
Māori environmental values are deeply connected to the land and sea. We track stories on:
- Iwi-led conservation initiatives
- River and forest co-management efforts
- Marine protection zones (rahui)
- Māori contributions to climate resilience
⚖️ Justice, Health & Equity
We monitor social issues that affect Māori communities, including:
- Access to healthcare and Whānau Ora programs
- Systemic racism and equity in law enforcement
- Housing and poverty challenges
- Māori-led mental health and addiction services
🗞 Trusted Sources We Curate
Wiwi.live brings you reliable Māori news from a wide range of respected New Zealand sources, including:
- Te Ao Maori News – Māori Television’s independent news division
- RNZ (Radio New Zealand) – Te Manu Korihi
- Stuff.co.nz and The Spinoff Māori
- Official iwi websites and community Maori News platforms
We aim to provide a clear, respectful, and inclusive lens through which to understand both local and national developments.
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🌐 Why Follow Maori News on Wiwi.live?
- We respect Indigenous storytelling and aim to amplify Māori perspectives
- Our updates are curated from Māori-led sources as well as national news
- We believe in education, visibility, and cross-cultural understanding
- Wiwi.live is mobile-optimized, simple, and multilingual-friendly
Whether you’re Māori, tauiwi (non-Māori), or simply curious about Aotearoa’s Indigenous heritage, this is your space to stay informed and connected.
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