Children Want to Stop Their Community of Wairarapa from Polluting Their River
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Although the government wishes
to pass the Takutai Moana Bill this week,
it seems plans to move the bill have been delayed
due to ongoing debates.
These are the sorts of things the ACT has been saying
to oppose Maori's connection to the foreshore.
Although some were offended by her statements
that's nothing new says Henare Kingi
who has followed Aotearoa politics for over 20 years.
That's what a racist would say.
What does she know about Maori protocol?
She couldn't explain Maori protocols in her address.
In this part of the debate the Opposition wasted time
and others were present to have their say.
I don't agree.
The difference with that vote is that the member said family.
Despite their little show yesterday, the ACT MP was silent today.
But the Minister who carried the bill had this to say.
I don't think they will get the votes. This is the end for them.
Some have said the delay of the bill is a small victory
as it will allow the hikoi to make it to Parliament by next Tuesday.
Jasmyn Pearson, Te Karere.
Prince William of England has arrived in Aotearoa
to represent the British Royal family in a memorial ceremony
for those who died in last month's disaster.
Irena Smith has this report.
A face to help lift the sadness of the people.
The Prince's first stop was Christchurch,
where he visited the relief centre
and saw the quake damage in the centre of town.
From one disaster to another, the Prince was in the West Coast
talking with the families of the 29 miners
who died in Greymouth last year.
The people of Christchurch have been hit hard.
There are more job losses expected
and they will not be able to host any world cup games.
Although he is here to spread some joy,
the question is will it be enough to lift the pain
that the people of Christchurch are feeling.
Irena Smith, Te Karere.
Finance Minister Bill English has announced
that Aotearoa is in huge debit following the Christchurch quake.
English told the gathering at Te Papa today
that the government bill will reach $16 billion,
not $5 billion as it was originally thought.
He also says the government will not be able to pay that off
over the next four years now, but maybe in five or more.
To share her thoughts on current political issues,
National's Hekia Parata joins us.
Bill English delivered a grim outlook on the economy today,
should we be worried?
No. My interpretation of his statements
was that the economy of Aotearoa was stable,
but that our debit to foreign banks
will be extended for a further one to two years.
However, he says that we will be able to cover repair costs
to Christchurch.
Adding to that the government is also supporting those people
and families that are unable to care for themselves.
Infrastructure repairs, roads, hospitals and schools, continue.
That will provide work and further stabilise the economy.
We have a challenge ahead of us.
He said the government could settle this huge debit within five years.
In that five years, what will National do
to support Maori families,
knowing that Maori families are always at bottom of the heap
in tough economic climates?
That's what I said, first, we will continue to care for those
who can not support themselves, with pensions and other benefits.
Second, we will begin infrastructure repairs which will create jobs.
This will create jobs for Maori who are out of work there.
Your thoughts on the degrading comments made by Hilary Calvert
in regards to Maori and the Takutai Moana Bill?
She's ignorant.
Did you say that, or did you stand to oppose her comments?
I am unable to stand and speak in Parliament at this time
but when we hear such talk
we all know that she is ignorant of Maori culture.
So that was a bit odd.
Do other MPs of the National Party feel the same way about Calvert?
Indeed. As far as I know most MPs in the House, from other parties,
are opposed to such talk. It's terrible.
Hekia Parata, thank you for your time today.
As we speak thousands are being welcomed
on to Owae Whaitara Marae in Waitara for the Womad Festival
to be held in New Plymouth.
The festival has been held in Taranaki since 2003.
Rapaera Tawhai was there today.
The flags were flying in New Plymouth today
for the Womad Festival.
Womad brings people together to share discussion and treasures.
Thousands gather here each year to hear music from around the world.
But today they are just getting ready.
We are preparing the grounds for the festival.
We are erecting pou, and at the gateway.
This is the Maori section of the festival called Te Paepae,
which is the cultural area.
There will be tamoko artists,
Maori massage therapists and Maori medicine practitioners.
This is one of the five stages here.
These grounds are expected to be jam packed with over 15,000 people.
One of the major benefits of it is having guests
from throughout the world here in Taranaki.
The stage performance will begin at 6pm tomorrow.
Rapaera Tawhai, Te Karere.
After the break, the agreement between Ngati Toa and the NZRU.
And the latest on a Maori company's concerns with Fonterra.
Under Fonterra's capital restructure
there are growing concerns by Maori owned Miraka Ltd
regarding the Trading Among Farmers (TAF) proposal
which could lead to anti-competitive behaviour
by locking farmers into supplying their milk to Fonterra.
Miraka is deeply concerned about aspects of the proposal.
Miraka Ltd is a new entrant to the dairying industry
and is backed by a group of six Maori trusts,
including Tuaropaki and Tauhara Moana.
Under the proposal by Fonterra
there are concerns that anti-competitive behaviour
by locking farmers into supplying their milk to Fonterra.
They say that if the proposal is not thoroughly examined
by an independent milk price panel
we could see more price hikes at the checkout.
Like David and Goliath, if the outcomes are fair
then that must surely be of benefit for the consumer.
Hinerangi Goodman, Te Karere.
The NZRU and Ngati Toa have signed a memorandum of understanding today,
acknowledging the All Blacks' right to perform the haka – Ka mate.
Ngati Toa and union leaders gathered at Takapuwahia Marae
in Porirua today to sign the agreement.
Ngati Toa filed an application to trademark the haka,
which was included in their Treaty claim.
Ngati Toa hope the All Blacks
will continue to maintain the mana of the haka.
They say this is the beginning of a new relationship
between iwi and the NZRU.
Students in Wairarapa are investigating strategies
to stop their community from polluting their river Ruamahanga.
According to an American scientist,
the eel population in the river is almost non-existent
due to the quality of the water.
Te Papawai Marae is base camp for students of Kuranui College
preparing to conduct some research on the Ruamahanga River
and its food stores, like eels.
At the start the river was really clean,
but yesterday when we came down to the river by Papawai it was filthy.
Students say they still have a long road ahead to restore the river.
Stephanie Bowman from America has been working
with the students of Kuranui College for the past four months
researching the state of the river and its resources.
This is the third day these students of Kuranui College
have been kayaking down their sacred river.
However, their journey isn't a sightseeing trip
but research into the conservation of the river
by the surrounding community.
Next week, the students will draft their science report.
Joe Glen, Te Karere.
The Environment Minister Kate Wilkinson has agreed
to Crest Energy's proposal to install turbines
in the Kaipara harbour mouth.
Three turbines will be placed in the Kaipara to begin with
to allow Crest Energy to test their effects on the environment.
However, at the end of the day 200 turbines will be put in the Kaipara.
According to the Minister,
this will provide us with a new source of electricity.
We now turn to the complaint made by James Gillespie
of Tuhoe and Taranaki.
He says his complaint to the Independent Police Conduct
Authority has been ignored with regards to an assault on him
by the Rotorua Police in 2009.
According to James Gillespie,
ever since he was arrested for resisting arrest in 2009,
he has suffered excruciating and ongoing pain to his wrist.
This report by his doctor outlines the many injuries suffered by James
allegedly at the time of his arrest,
but the one that has continued to give him problems
was caused by handcuffs biting in to one of his wrists.
The communications person at the Independent Police Conduct Authority
explained to us that this complaint had been investigated by that office
but because it is bound by legislation
they could not give us the outcome of that inquiry
only that the case was closed in October last year.
Something James would have to deal with
but at this time he is homebound with his family.
Only time will tell.
Hinerangi Goodman Te Karere.
After the break, your weather.
Returning to today's headlines.
The government's estimation of damages in Christchurch
has risen from $5 billion.
According to Maori Mps,
Hillary Culverts statements were ignorant and racist.
Tomorrow, Womad begins in New Plymouth.
To the weather now.
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