An asthma control test developed by Glaxo Smith Kline (GSK) has been translated into te reo Māori. It's one of many innovations the pharmaceutical giant has led leading it to the number one spot on the Access to Medicine index for fifth time in a row.
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Kiwi pro-Israel group condemns NZ-sponsored UN resolution
Auckland Pro-Israel blogsite Shalom Kiwi are condemning the government's support of the UN Security Council Resolution 2334 regarding the building of Israeli settlements on confiscated lands. Shalom Kiwi Spokesperson Sheree Trotter says the group is drafting a letter calling on Prime Minister Bill English to condemn the decision that was adopted just days before Christmas.
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New dark comedy play has serious prison message
Rehearsals are underway for a new dark comedy play that explores the lives prisoners, is co-written by Māori actors and theatre makers Rob Mokaraka, Miriama McDowell and Jason Te Kare.
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NewsThe world's first Māori emoji app
The world's first ever Māori emoji app Emotiki has launched in time for the summer period, with 200 Māori and cultural icons.
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Free AAA screening aimed to save Māori lives
The Waitemata DHB is leading a screening pilot programme to address Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm in Māori. AAA is a disease in which the main artery in the abdomen becomes enlarged and, with time, it can burst with fatal consequences.
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NewsManiapoto board treaty mandate endorsed
The Maniapoto Trust Board has been endorsed by the crown to negotiate the treaty claim on behalf of the tribe. Deputy Chair, Keith Ikin says despite differences between the tribes within the King Country region, nearly three quarters of their beneficiaries agreed that the board should settle the claim with the crown.
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Waikato-Tainui keen to connect Bennett to Māori heritage
Waikato-Tainui are keen to assist new deputy Prime Minister Paula Bennett in understanding more about her Māori heritage. Rahui Papa, Iwi chair of Te Ara Taura, says because she is from Waikato, it's only right for the tribe to assist her.
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Puna Reo to focus on Kiingitanga teachings
The first Puna Reo based on Kiingitanga teachings is being built at Manurewa Marae in South Auckland.
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New child and youth protection Bill challenged
The Green Party has challenged Anne Tolley’s plans to introduce more reforms with regards to the care and protection of children and youth. This follows a claim lodged by the Māori Women's Welfare to the Waitangi Tribunal, challenging the policy changes.
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Native Affairs – Modern Māori quartet taking us back
The Modern Māori Quartet is enjoying success, bringing back to life the show band genre of the 1950's and 60's. We caught up with them before they jetted off for their Hawaiian tour.
