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We want ‘more places for rangatahi to just be’, say Manurewa youth

The Manurewa Youth Council has taken rangatahi priorities directly to local decision-makers.

Taelegalolo'u Mary AfemataFri, 21 Aug

Local Democracy Reporting

Ōtāhuhu roller doors could become canvases for community stories

A community-led Ōtāhuhu arts project is seeking local board funding to bring local stories and creativity into the town centre.

Taelegalolo'u Mary AfemataThu, 20 Aug

Local Democracy Reporting

'We're one of the heartbeats in this community': Otago Polyfest misses out

Organisers say the decision creates uncertainty for the 33-year-old festival and raises questions about how regional communities are recognised in arts funding.

Taelegalolo'u Mary AfemataTue, 11 Aug

Local Democracy Reporting

Council backs $1.38m investment in Māori artworks at future Te Waihorotiu Station

Auckland Council says the investment will help connect commuters with the city's Māori identity while creating a lasting civic legacy.

Taelegalolo'u Mary AfemataWed, 29 Jul

Local Democracy Reporting

South Auckland creative proposes Māori and Pacific-led digital arts pathway

Kennedy Kioa Toi Faimanifo is seeking Manurewa Local Board backing for a Māori and Pacific-led digital arts academy aimed at creating new pathways into the creative industries for rangatahi.

Taelegalolo'u Mary AfemataSat, 18 Jul

Language & Culture

Matariki Message: Slow down, reconnect and look after each other

The season offers more than a New Year celebration. It is a reminder to pause, reflect and care for our mental, physical and spiritual wellbeing.

Atutahi Potaka-DewesFri, 17 Jul

Local Democracy Reporting

Final year of Ngāti Tamaoho leadership as Matariki Festival grows

Auckland's biggest Matariki Festival yet features more than 100 events as the iwi concludes its three-year role guiding the celebration's cultural direction.

Taelegalolo'u Mary AfemataFri, 10 Jul

Politics •

Aotearoa New Zealand

'Māori, Pacific will wear the cost’: Councillor questions ACT party’s 3-strikes burglary plan

Alf Filipaina says tougher sentencing will not reduce crime, warning the proposed three-strikes burglary law could hit Pacific and Māori communities without tackling the causes of repeat offending.

Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uThu, 09 Jul

Local Democracy Reporting

Deputy mayor Simpson backs Manurewa arts space to create 'more Anapelas, more Velas'

Discussions are underway to find a venue where experienced Pasifika artists can share their theatre and film expertise with the next generation.

Taelegalolo'u Mary AfemataFri, 12 Jun

Education •

Aotearoa New Zealand

Charter school results spark debate over equity, funding and Māori, Pacific education

New charter school reports show mixed results for attendance and achievement as critics argue that changes and double standards continue to impact mainstream schooling.

Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uThu, 11 Jun

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