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‘Kapa haka is in my DNA’: Loreen Henare on her cultural journey

She became a cultural ambassador, touring globally with New Zealand delegations.

Historic pōwhiri kicks off biggest Te Matatini festival

The festival's opening ceremony included a new taonga gifting by the Rangi whānau.

Opinion: Cultural games celebrate identity, not division

OPINION: Māori men’s coach Adam Blair advocates for players' cultural representation.

Opinion: How haka challenges stereotypes and embraces culture

OPINION: The Black Ferns Sevens haka is disciplined, passionate and proud.

Haka for sale: Inside the ‘problematic’ global trend of Māori dance workshops for corporate clients

Companies selling haka classes are used by global brands – and are alarming experts.

‘Making our whānau proud’: Bay kapa haka teams amped for Te Matatini

The teams are ready to give their all on the world's biggest kapa haka stage.

Te Matatini expected to bring $27m boost to Taranaki economy

This year, 55 teams will perform, the largest number in the event's history.

Hundertwasser Art Centre hoping to claw back losses with good summer

The centre has struggled with low tourist numbers and the cost-of-living crisis.

'Environmental and cultural crisis': Legal fight looms over Wairoa's freshwater

'The degradation of these waterways is both an environmental and cultural crisis.'

‘It’s not pretty’: Dave Letele defends work amid online scrutiny

BBM delivers $13.50 in social good for every dollar invested, says Letele.

From Nipplegate to Eminem taking the knee: 23 unforgettable Super Bowl halftime shows

The Super Bowl halftime show has a history of talked-about moments.

Letters: Does NZ need a new Thanksgiving Day holiday?

OPINION: 'New Zealanders have much to be proud of and thankful for.'

Romantic getaways and cultural festivals to inspire your travels

Celebrate your love for travel this Frebruary.

‘It’s a superpower’: Māori values propel RNZAF leader to historic role in Australia

It is the first time a Kiwi has held such a high-ranking role in the RAAF.

The economist who wants to be Auckland’s first Māori mayor

Auckland councillor Kerrin Leoni opposes the sale of strategic assets like airport shares.

Opinion: Memories of a leader – Dame Iritana’s enduring impact

At 86, Tāwhiwhirangi gave a bold interview amid a 2015 Kōhanga Reo spending controversy.

Luxon: Why I’m not at Waitangi and why Seymour’s bill won’t become law

OPINION: The Treaty Principles Bill will not become law, ensuring ongoing dialogue.

Why this Waitangi Day Google Doodle is a cultural milestone

The central figures perform a hongi, sharing the breath of life in the artwork.