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April 21, 2026 | Paakiwaha
#regional: Wairoa Stands Firm on Resilience as Cyclone Vaianu Tests Emergency Response
Wairoa Mayor Craig Little is defending his council’s decision not to declare a state of emergency during Cyclone Vaianu, as […]
April 22, 2026
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#conservationweek: Iwi-Led Housing and Marae Resilience in Focus as Government Signals Next Steps
The government is stepping up efforts to address housing need and strengthen community resilience, with Housing Minister Tama Potaka at […]
April 21, 2026 | Featured News
#teao: Legal Challenge Launched Over Te Puni Kōkiri Restructure
Legal action is being taken over the Government’s restructuring of Te Puni Kōkiri, with claims the Crown failed to properly […]
April 21, 2026 | Featured News
#regional: Hastings tragedy claims young lives, community left reeling
A woman and two children have died in a devastating incident in Hastings, sending shockwaves through the local community. Emergency […]
April 21, 2026 | Featured News
World Indigenous Cancer Conference Opens in Tāmaki: Spotlight on Whānau Māori and Global Inequities
A major international gathering focused on Indigenous health equity begins in Tāmaki Makaurau today, bringing urgent attention to the impact […]
April 21, 2026 | Featured News
#economy: NZ, India seal landmark trade deal opening door to billion-strong market
New Zealand and India have confirmed a long-anticipated free trade agreement, marking a major step forward in economic ties between […]
April 21, 2026 | Featured News
#education: Fuel Crisis Hits Classrooms as Call Grows for National School Plan
Mounting pressure is being placed on the Government to deliver a clear national plan for schools as the fuel crisis […]
April 21, 2026 | Featured News
#economy: Kiwis demand action on supermarket duopoly as Waatea Question of the Day sparks strong response
More than 35,000 people have engaged with Waatea’s Question of the Day, with overwhelming support for stronger government action to […]
April 20, 2026 | Featured News
#election2026: Pressure mounts on Prime Minister as Waatea poll signals public unrest
Mounting pressure is building on the Prime Minister, with Waatea’s Question of the Day revealing strong public sentiment that it […]
April 20, 2026 | News
#regional: Ōhura flood recovery begins as community urged to seek support
Recovery efforts are underway in Ōhura after severe flooding swept through the township and surrounding areas over the weekend, leaving […]
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