The why of wai examined
The Environment Ministry is trying to get Maori perspectives on the way the country's fresh water is managed.
It's seeking proposals for two research projects looking at current approaches to water allocation, and ways tangata whenua science is included in environmental flow-setting decisions.
Spokesperson Kevin Curry says the ministry has consulted extensively with Maori in recent years, and it's now looking to get a nationwide perspective on the issues, as part of a joint work programme agreed by iwi leaders.
“Clearly there are significant Maori dimensions to the management of water and Maori have significant interests in water from a variety of perspectives so we’re wishing to ensure that this is well incorporated into decision-making at national and regional levels,” Mr Curry says.
The research needs to be completed by April so it can feed into a wider reform of water management.
HERITAGE THE THEME FOR NORTHLAND HOLIDAYS
The Tourism Minister is expecting an upsurge in heritage-based tourism ventures in Taitokerau.
The area from Kaipara to Cape Reinga is dropping its Northland Naturally and focusing on its heritage as a place Maori and Pakeha had so many early contacts.
Damien O'Connor says Maori can built tourism ventures around events such as the signing of the Treaty at Waitangi and the establishment of the first capital at Russell ... and add their own special touches.
“Kaitiakitanga and manaakitanga are two values that underpin the New Zealand tourism strategy and that of Northland as well, so understanding that it’s more than just hospitality and service, it’s about sharing the culture, and it’s more than just protecting the environment, it’s about understanding and enhancing it,” Mr O'Conner says.
Visitors who stray off the beaten track into places like the Hokianga Harbour and Waipoua Forest can get a taste of what the region was like in early settlement times.
BOXING BATTLE NEEDS A KNOCKOUT FINISH
Boxing fans will be looking for a knockout when Maori boxer Shane Cameron goes into the ring on Saturday.
The man dubbed the Mountain Warrior is up against 37 year old Terry the troublemaker Smith from Little Rock, Arkansas.
The American has 30 wins, 5 losses and a draw, but he's never been knocked out.
Commentator te Arapi Maipi says Cameron, who is sitting on 21 wins and one loss, will need to change that if he's to move up a tier.
“If he can that kind of aggression, intensity, and be able to finish off Terry Smith for the first time, that will go a long way to boosting Shane’s reputation as a heavy hitter. Everyone knows in the heavyweight division, they want to see knockouts. So if Shane shows that it will go a long way to improving his rankings and getting into that top tier of fighters,” Mr Maipi says.
Shane Cameron is ranked number 8 with the WBO, and 15 with the IBF.
ANCIENT MAP STARTING POINT FOR CAPE WAHAROA
A new gateway to Te Rerenga Wairua has been inspired by the first map drawn by a Maori.
Carin Wilson says the waharoa draws on forms Tuki Tahua drew in the map given to Governor Philip King in 1793, after the Tai Tokerau chief was kidnapped and taken to Norfolk Island to reveal the secrets of flax dressing.
He says it’s the ideal image for the place where the spirits depart.
“His map recognises Te Ara Wairua and the course that it takes through Te Ika a Maui, the North Island. That pathway loomed strongly in the imagery of our people. He also recognized the exact point of departure. There’s this little tree that’s drawn as Spirits Bay, so to draw that in to the imagery we are now generating a couple of hundred years later I thought was a splendid opportunity,” Mr Wilson says.
The 5 metre long concrete and plywood waharoa will be officially unveiled once Ngati Kuri and Te Rarawa have made their input.
TIKAO GETS WOW PERFORMANCE SLOT
A Ngai Tahu singer-songwriter says her music is the right fit for the Wearable Arts award.
Ariana Tikao is a featured soloist at tonight's spectacular in Wellington.
She says her mix of taonga puoro with modern beats should go down well on the catwalk.
She’ll perForm, Tuia, the title track of her second album, which translates as stitched and sewn together.
“It’s kind of about unity for me and bringing together elements of my whakapapa and celebrating that,” Tikao says.
Her next big event after the Wearable Arts Show will be the Maori music festival PAO PAO PAO.
RAPIRA TAG TEAM FOR WARRIORS SEMIFINAL
The buzz around the Warriors shows no signs of abating as the team heads off to Sydney for Saturday's NRL semifinals clash with Manley.
It will be a special night for the Rapira whanau from Hamilton, which has two brothers representing the club in two grades of the playoffs.
Sam Rapira will play for the top side, while younger brother Steve turns out for the under 20's in their knockout match with Brisbane.
They're the sons of Cliff Rapira, a force to be reckoned with in the Waikato Cougars and New Zealand Maori teams.
Steve Rapira will join the North Queensland Cowboys NRL squad next year.
It's seeking proposals for two research projects looking at current approaches to water allocation, and ways tangata whenua science is included in environmental flow-setting decisions.
Spokesperson Kevin Curry says the ministry has consulted extensively with Maori in recent years, and it's now looking to get a nationwide perspective on the issues, as part of a joint work programme agreed by iwi leaders.
“Clearly there are significant Maori dimensions to the management of water and Maori have significant interests in water from a variety of perspectives so we’re wishing to ensure that this is well incorporated into decision-making at national and regional levels,” Mr Curry says.
The research needs to be completed by April so it can feed into a wider reform of water management.
HERITAGE THE THEME FOR NORTHLAND HOLIDAYS
The Tourism Minister is expecting an upsurge in heritage-based tourism ventures in Taitokerau.
The area from Kaipara to Cape Reinga is dropping its Northland Naturally and focusing on its heritage as a place Maori and Pakeha had so many early contacts.
Damien O'Connor says Maori can built tourism ventures around events such as the signing of the Treaty at Waitangi and the establishment of the first capital at Russell ... and add their own special touches.
“Kaitiakitanga and manaakitanga are two values that underpin the New Zealand tourism strategy and that of Northland as well, so understanding that it’s more than just hospitality and service, it’s about sharing the culture, and it’s more than just protecting the environment, it’s about understanding and enhancing it,” Mr O'Conner says.
Visitors who stray off the beaten track into places like the Hokianga Harbour and Waipoua Forest can get a taste of what the region was like in early settlement times.
BOXING BATTLE NEEDS A KNOCKOUT FINISH
Boxing fans will be looking for a knockout when Maori boxer Shane Cameron goes into the ring on Saturday.
The man dubbed the Mountain Warrior is up against 37 year old Terry the troublemaker Smith from Little Rock, Arkansas.
The American has 30 wins, 5 losses and a draw, but he's never been knocked out.
Commentator te Arapi Maipi says Cameron, who is sitting on 21 wins and one loss, will need to change that if he's to move up a tier.
“If he can that kind of aggression, intensity, and be able to finish off Terry Smith for the first time, that will go a long way to boosting Shane’s reputation as a heavy hitter. Everyone knows in the heavyweight division, they want to see knockouts. So if Shane shows that it will go a long way to improving his rankings and getting into that top tier of fighters,” Mr Maipi says.
Shane Cameron is ranked number 8 with the WBO, and 15 with the IBF.
ANCIENT MAP STARTING POINT FOR CAPE WAHAROA
A new gateway to Te Rerenga Wairua has been inspired by the first map drawn by a Maori.
Carin Wilson says the waharoa draws on forms Tuki Tahua drew in the map given to Governor Philip King in 1793, after the Tai Tokerau chief was kidnapped and taken to Norfolk Island to reveal the secrets of flax dressing.
He says it’s the ideal image for the place where the spirits depart.
“His map recognises Te Ara Wairua and the course that it takes through Te Ika a Maui, the North Island. That pathway loomed strongly in the imagery of our people. He also recognized the exact point of departure. There’s this little tree that’s drawn as Spirits Bay, so to draw that in to the imagery we are now generating a couple of hundred years later I thought was a splendid opportunity,” Mr Wilson says.
The 5 metre long concrete and plywood waharoa will be officially unveiled once Ngati Kuri and Te Rarawa have made their input.
TIKAO GETS WOW PERFORMANCE SLOT
A Ngai Tahu singer-songwriter says her music is the right fit for the Wearable Arts award.
Ariana Tikao is a featured soloist at tonight's spectacular in Wellington.
She says her mix of taonga puoro with modern beats should go down well on the catwalk.
She’ll perForm, Tuia, the title track of her second album, which translates as stitched and sewn together.
“It’s kind of about unity for me and bringing together elements of my whakapapa and celebrating that,” Tikao says.
Her next big event after the Wearable Arts Show will be the Maori music festival PAO PAO PAO.
RAPIRA TAG TEAM FOR WARRIORS SEMIFINAL
The buzz around the Warriors shows no signs of abating as the team heads off to Sydney for Saturday's NRL semifinals clash with Manley.
It will be a special night for the Rapira whanau from Hamilton, which has two brothers representing the club in two grades of the playoffs.
Sam Rapira will play for the top side, while younger brother Steve turns out for the under 20's in their knockout match with Brisbane.
They're the sons of Cliff Rapira, a force to be reckoned with in the Waikato Cougars and New Zealand Maori teams.
Steve Rapira will join the North Queensland Cowboys NRL squad next year.
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