Kā Rūnaka oppose Santana mine in Central Otago A collective of four Ngāi Tahu rūnaka has told the fast-track panel the proposal fails to adequately protect the land and environment. Santana Minerals’ proposed mine site in Central Otago. Mike McRoberts Thu... See more
Waititi, Curtis and Momoa buy Studio West Filmmakers Taika Waititi, Cliff Curtis and Jason Momoa have bought Glen Eden production facility Studio West, giving their Āriki Group its first confirmed foothold in West Auckland screen infrastructure. Jason Mom... See more
Pounamu verdict exposes gaps The first successful Customs prosecution over pounamu export has delivered a guilty verdict, but the bigger issue now is whether the law is clear enough and whether the public understands it at all. There were tears, hugs and ... See more
Ruapuke wins customary marine title, again A High Court ruling has confirmed Ruapuke Island Group whānau hold the title again, after law changes pushed the case back to court. Mike McRoberts Thu, 05 Mar 2026 Key points What’s at stake? Whether the amended... See more
