Political commentator and academic Ranginui Walker says people these days think he has mellowed - but he reckons he hasn't changed.

Earlier this year, the extraordinary art collection built up by Pierre Berge and Yves Saint Laurent over half a century was auctioned by Christie's in Paris.

A Pacific-flavoured extravaganza of dance, music, fashion and art is wowing the crowds in Manukau.

A trademark used by some of Maoridom's elite artists will be scrapped, a move criticised by some of those who set it up.