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The dialects that shaped us: listening to our ancestors in every reo Māori voiceA rare chance to hear how our tīpuna spoke, how dialects formed, and how te reo evolves across generations.By Vincent Olsen-Reeder | 8th December, 2025Guest writer
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Is the long summer break hurting our economy?A 'circle back in February' mentality may be contributing to New Zealand's stubbornly low productivity.By Catherine McGregor | 8th December, 2025Contributing writer
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Prediction: New Zealand will eventually be one big Chemist WarehouseHow much discounted Nicki Minaj Pink Friday Body Mist can a small island nation possibly need?By Alex Casey | 8th December, 2025Senior writer
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Kirihimete gift guide 2025: Cool stuff from Māori and Pasifika-led brandsA one-stop guide to the most covetable and joy-sparking gifts this holiday season.By Charlotte Muru-Lanning | 6th December, 2025Contributing writer
The hunt for the ancient pounamu slab lost in an Auckland caveNearly three centuries ago, a massive greenstone gong belonging to a powerful chief was hidden near Maungawhau. Where is it now?By Joel MacManus | 6th December, 2025Senior writer
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OpinionTrust in news media – why standards still matterIn-depth reporting backed by solid evidence inspires trust – but the concept of what’s 'trustworthy' depends a lot on people’s own perspectives.By Stacey Wood | 30th October, 2025Guest writer
The Fold: What’s going on with Māori news media?Some seismic changes to the Māori media landscape, explained.By The Spinoff | 28th October, 2025Staff writers
The BSA vs The Platform will be a generationally important battleThe broadcasting regulator's decision to claim jurisdiction over the internet forces us to pick one of two wildly different directions.By Duncan Greive | 21st October, 2025Founder
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