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Papatoetoe have just opened their first Pātaka Kai and there are now over 80 Pātaka Kai across Aotearoa. The centres also include wrap around services to assist those who are struggling with a variety of issues. The Green Party are concerned that the increase in Pātaka Kai indicates that poverty in New Zealand is increasing. Mānia Clarke reports: Liz Kiriona, Kaiwhakatū Takirua. Waimaria Johnson, Kaitakawaenga, Te Whare Hapori o Rawiri. Mārama Davidson, Kaiārahi Takirua, Ngā Kākāriki. Tunuiārangi McLean, Kaumātua.
After Mia was revealed to be the most popular Māori baby name some are questioning if it is a Māori name. One expert in Māori language says it is not a name, but can be part of Māori words. Heta Gardiner reports: Tāwhirimātea Williams, Mātanga Reo.
A 92 year old woman is recovering in hospital after being attacked in a home invasion in Kawakawa. 2 Women are being sought in connection with the attack which police have labelled as callous and cruel. Rāniera Harrison reports: Rick Whiu, Toihau Matua Ā Rohe, Te Tari Parihimana.
Constable Glen Osborne wants Whanganui locals to join the police and has established a programme to assist people in passing the theoretical and physical tests. Osborne says his own struggles with literacy were a problem when he entered the force, but hard work and support allowed him to succeed. Tema Hēmi reports: Kātipa Glen Osborne, Ngā Pirihimana o Aotearoa.
The New Zealand Police are working with Northland iwi to improve Māori customary practices around tragedy at sea. The new initiative will be trialled around the Bay of Islands during summer in collaboration with kaumatua and local iwi and hapū. Rāniera Harrison reports: Hirini Kīngi, Ngāti Tautahi, Ngāti Whakaeke. Peter Comer, Poutiaki Takutai Moana, Te Tari Parihimana.
The Tokomaru Bay Pāua pie is becoming a sought after delicacy on the East Coast. The recipe and ingredients are being kept secret as more than 200 pies are sold each day.
Te Kuru Dewes reports: Rachel Bellamy, Café 35, Tokomaru.
The under 15 National Softball competition is underway in Tāmaki Makaurau this weekend and Softball New Zealand have established age grade national competitions up and down the country. Selectors are attending the events to assess the talents of young players which encourages their aspirations. James Perry reports: Ricky Earley, Kaiwhiriwhiri Tōkena Pango Whanake. Hēmi Tulemau, Western Bay of Plenty. Chubb Tangaroa, Kaiako, Te Matua a Māui.
Michael Campbell will be inducted into the Māori Golf Associations Hall of Fame in recognition of his success in the sport. The retired professional golfer is now focusing on mentoring youth in the sport. Tāroi Black reports: Michael Campbell, Kaihāhau Pōro Toa. Makau Phipps, Kaihāhau Pōro. Mikae Rangahika, Kaihāhau Pōro. Phillip Tataurangi, Kaihāhau Pōro Toa.
The National Māori Golf Association say they are working to grow the sport and increase participation. This comes as they prepare to induct Michael Campbell into their hall of fame. Taāoi Black reports: Kahurangi Iritana Tāwhiwhirangi, Kāihahau Pōro Maori. Te Rongopai Clay, Toki o te Wā. Michael Campbell, Tohuna Hahau Pōro.
The Māori lunar calendar – The moon will enter the phase of Tamatea Āio.