On Kawe Kōrero tonight, 10 per cent of boys in New Zealand are still being circumcised due to religious and cultural practice, we speak to both Dr Lance O’Sullivan and spokesperson for Plunket New Zealand.  Wiremu Mato talks to us about Kī-o-rahi kicking off for the first time tomorrow at the 2017 World Masters Games.

Motukaraka Island remains unsold, Haami Piripi speaks regarding where the iwi stand. Wallace Aramoana discusses his iwi’s e-coli polluted pipi beds. Piriwiritua Rūrawhe campaigns for funds to help restorations for Rātana church. We speak to actors from the latest play to hit the stage. Finally Reuben Collier receives a MNZM for services to television and Māori.

Ross Bell, Executive Director of the NZ Drug Foundation, talks about the latest Bath Salts video on the internet. Charelle Stevenson, a local business owner affected by the Edgecumbe flooding, speaks on the government business relief package. We wrap up with news from Te Kāea.

Mānia Clarke in Coromandel and Te Hau Kakawa in Kawerau, update us on Cyclone Cook. Sports commentator Jamie Wall breaks down the saga over Sonny Bill Williams’ rugby jersey.