Episodes
We speak to Ngāti Pukenga representative Rahera Ohia about the iwi’s Waitangi Tribunal claim over the repeal of section 7AA of the Oranga Tamariki Act. Then panelists Charlie Rahiri and Koro Nicholas discuss what’s on the agenda at the upcoming National Iwi Chairs Forum and the 160 year commemoration for the battle of Pukehinahina.
Published 04/30/24
Published 04/30/24
Former MFAT Minister Nanaia Mahuta shares her views on the Government’s position on the war in Gaza, mandatory referendums for Māori wards, and the scrapping of Three Waters. Then we discuss the latest in politics with panelists Lara Grieve and Jack Tautokai McDonald.
Published 04/16/24
Historian Scott Hamilton on Aotearoa’s dark history of segregation and panelists Tina Wickliffe and Shane Te Pou discuss opposition to affirmative action, the surge in anti-trans protests, the government’s 36 point plan and we rate our new Māori MPs.
Published 04/02/24
Mike Smith discusses his groundbreaking climate change court case, then commentators Khylee Quince and Matt Tukaki reflect on the first 100 days of the coalition government.
Published 03/19/24
Former Minister of Broadcasting Willie Jackson speaks to Mihingarangi about the state of the media landscape following the demise of Newshub. Then, Green Party co-leader Marama Davidson reacts to the review of free school lunch scheme and the Government’s transport plan.
Published 03/05/24
In a candid interview on the eve of Waitangi Day, NZ First Minister Shane Jones discusses the recent criticism of his party by Maori, why he thinks it's time to review the Waitangi Tribunal, and whether or not Maori are indigenous.
Published 02/06/24
In a fiery interview recorded at Waitangi, ACT leader David Seymour talks to Mihi about his views on Te Tiriti, Tino Rangatiratanga, and Te Ture Whenua Māori.
Published 02/06/24
The fate of the Treaty of Waitangi is teetering on the brink of a popular vote, as the new coalition government pledges to introduce a Treaty Principles Bill, potentially triggering a referendum.
Published 01/28/24
Launched in 2018, the Māori Carbon Collective was promoted as an indigenous approach to carbon farming, enabling iwi to prosper from the Emissions Trading Scheme while helping to tackle climate change. Mata investigates growing concerns around the group and its elusive managing director, as well as carbon farming's impact on Māori communities.
Published 11/26/23
In her first interview since the election, former Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade Nanaia Mahuta speaks about the latest in Gaza. Then former Labour MP for Northcote Shanan Halbert and former Māori Affairs Minister MP Tau Henare discuss coalition talks and the latest here at home.
Published 11/14/23
Alf Filipaina and Kerrin Leoni speak to Mihingarangi about the Auckland Council voting against Māori wards, and commentators Tina Wickliffe and Dr. Lara Greaves discuss the latest in politics.
Published 10/31/23
Tau Henare, Morgan Godfery, and a range of politicians join Mihingarangi Forbes to discuss the election results and what the future looks like for Māori.
Published 10/17/23
Rawiri Waititi discusses racism, Te Tiriti, working with National, and his vision for Aotearoa hōu.
Published 10/10/23
In an extended interview, National Party candidate Tama Potaka discusses Māori development, co-governance, social housing, and land claims.
Published 10/03/23
In an extended interview, ACT leader David Seymour discusses whakapapa, te tiriti, co-governance, and his vision for Aotearoa.
Published 09/26/23
Ikaroa Rāwhiti is set to be one of the most fiercely contested match-ups of the 2023 election, and the electorate's loyalty is about to be tested. Go to 1news.co.nz or TVNZ+ to find the full video version.
Published 09/24/23
Green Party co-leader Marama Davidson talks to Mihingarangi about her role as Minister for the Prevention of Family and Sexual Violence. In an extended interview, she discusses the Green's relationship with Labour, tax, Hoki Whenua Mai, climate change, and the Kermadecs.
Published 09/19/23
In an in-depth interview, Labour leader Chris Hipkins discusses Labour’s tax policy, Māori housing inequity, the cost of living, and the climate crisis.
Published 09/12/23
Ikaroa-Rāwhiti is shaping up to be one of the tightest races this election. We speak to its two leading candidates Cushla Tangaere-Manuel (Labour) and Meka Whaitiri (Te Pāti Māori).
Published 09/05/23
Shane Jones outlines NZ First’s campaign to re enter parliament - their policies and priorities, including their controversial transgender toilet policy. Then we hear from commentators Tau Henare and Bernie O’Donnell
Published 08/22/23
In a special extended interview, Minister for Māori Development, Broadcasting, and Media Willie Jackson discusses housing, homelessness, Māori broadcasting, and his political future.
Published 08/08/23
Green Party MP Teanau Tuiono explains his party's new policy to return land wrongly taken from Maori. Then Mihingarangi Forbes talks to Professor Ella Henry and Shane Te Pou about Kiri Allan's resignation from cabinet and her decision not to stand for re-election.
Published 07/25/23
Dr Shane Reti explains why he'll shut down the Maori Health Authority if National is elected government. Mihingarangi Forbes also speaks to panelists, AUT Dean of Law, Khylee Quince and Te Pati Maori candidate, Takutai Tarsh Kemp.
Published 07/11/23
In December 2021, three siblings vanished with their father from the isolated Waikato town of Marokopa, and it’s now a year and a half since the tamariki were last seen. Go to 1news.co.nz or TVNZ+ to find the full video version.
Published 07/08/23