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    Is Aotearoa’s reo infrastructure fit for purpose? A MATA special with Stacey Morrison

    15/05/2026 | 26 mins.
    Hosted by Stacey Morrison, this special episode takes a hard look at whether the structure of our reo organisations is fit for purpose. Te Mātāwai’s Penetaui Kleskovich and researcher Dr Awanui Te Huia share their thoughts on what’s working, what’s not, and whether the current system is strong enough for the future.
    Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
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    Detainee's mother calls on New Zealand government for help

    30/04/2026 | 25 mins.
    Everlee Wihongi's mother Betty discusses her daughter's detention in the US and issues a request for support from the New Zealand government.
    Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
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    James Meager on te reo, Te Tiriti, and Te Wai Pounamu

    16/04/2026 | 24 mins.
    National's James Meager sits down for a wide-ranging interview, discussing the coalition government's controversial positions on te reo Māori and Te Tiriti o Waitangi, reflecting on his Ngāi Tahu identity & his mahi as Minister for Te Wai Pounamu alongside his Hunting and Fishing & Youth portfolios.
    Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
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    Debbie Ngawera-Packer on what the war in Iran will mean for whānau māori

    02/04/2026 | 27 mins.
    The war in Tehran may feel a world away, but its impacts are already hitting home. Te Pāti Māori co-leader Deb Ngarewa-Packer says whānau here are feeling the squeeze. So what does this mean for Māori, how much worse could it get, and is the government moving fast enough?
    Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
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    Mariameno Kapa-Kingi is back in TPM... but will she stay?

    19/03/2026 | 24 mins.
    Following a High Court win, Te Pāti Māori MP Mariameno Kapa-Kingi has been reinstated after a very personal and public feud that's gripped the motu. But how will her "repatriation" work in practice? And will she stay?
    Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
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An in-depth podcast where newsmakers and Māori commentators unpack the latest political issues impacting Aotearoa.
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