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NZ Herald
12-05-2025
- Health
- NZ Herald
Far North news in brief: Reserve feedback; rural roadshow and te reo champ
The Far North District Council wants feedback on Rangitoto Reserve, on the Hihi Peninsula in Doubtless Bay. Reserve feedback Far North District Council wants feedback about Rangitoto Reserve, on the Hihi Peninsula in Doubtless Bay. Rangitoto Reserve was classified as a historic reserve in October 2024 to recognise its cultural and historical importance. The site includes an impressive pā with visible features such as terracing and kūmara pits. The name comes from rangi, meaning 'day', and toto, meaning 'blood' – understood to signify a 'day of blood'. It may have been the location of a battle, adding to its historical and cultural significance. The council is developing a Reserve Management Plan, with input from local hapū, to ensure it is protected. The council also wants to understand the natural environment and other values connected to the reserve. Submissions can be made via email at submissions@ in person at any FNDC service centre or library, or by mail, by June 2. Rural roadshow Associate Health Minister with responsibility for Rural Health and Minister for Mental Health Matt Doocey will be going to 12 rural locations across the country on a Rural Health Roadshow, including Kaitāia. The Rural Health Strategy was published in 2023 and sets the direction for improving the health of people who live in rural communities. The rural health road show is an opportunity for me to hear from the public and those working in rural health about how well the strategy is being implemented. The roadshow will be in Kaitāia on August 7. To register, go to Te reo champs wanted Te Taura Whiri i te Reo Māori, the Māori Language Commission, is calling for nominations for Ngā Tohu Reo Māori 2025 – a celebration of those who are championing the normalisation and revitalisation of te reo Māori. Nominations are open until 11.59pm on June 29 and can be made via First-home buyers back CBRE valuers are reporting a steady lift in buyer activity across Northland, with first-home buyers and lifestyle seekers driving much of the momentum. The latest Residential Valuer Insights report shows improving sentiment across the region – particularly in coastal and lifestyle locations – and ongoing appeal for recently renovated properties. The quarterly report, which gathers sentiment from 44 CBRE valuers who collectively assess and value over 850 properties nationwide every month, provides an independent and data-driven view of the market. It found first-home buyers are active across Northland and other regional centres, helping lead market activity in 2025. Craig Russell, CBRE's national director of residential valuations and advisory services, said the presence of first-home buyers in nearly every market is one of the most encouraging signs for 2025. 'In Northland, we're seeing a healthy number of first-home buyers back in the market – part of a broader national trend that's seen around 25-27% of sales going to this group.'
Scoop
05-05-2025
- General
- Scoop
Nominations Open For Ngā Tohu Reo Māori 2025
Press Release – Te Taura Whiri i te Reo Maori The updated categories reflect the full spectrum of mahi New Zealanders carry out daily, weekly or monthly to uplift te reo Mori from inspiring new learners and using the language every day, to leadership, awareness, and innovation in te … The karanga is out! Te Taura Whiri i te Reo Māori, the Māori Language Commission, is calling for nominations for Ngā Tohu Reo Māori 2025 – a celebration of those who are championing the normalisation and revitalisation of te reo Māori. This year, the awards have been refreshed to align with five internationally recognised pillars of language revitalisation, alongside our long-standing Tohu Oranga Angitu and Tū Rangatira awards. The updated categories reflect the full spectrum of mahi New Zealanders carry out daily, weekly or monthly to uplift te reo Māori – from inspiring new learners and using the language every day, to leadership, awareness, and innovation in te reo Māori. Te Taura Whiri Chief Executive, Ngahiwi Apanui-Barr, says Ngā Tohu Reo Māori is about uplifting the mana of te reo Māori. 'Our awards acknowledge the incredible individuals, organisations and kaupapa breathing life into the language across communities, the private sector, academia and beyond – kia mauriora te reo! 'The revitalisation of te reo Māori belongs to all of us, te reo Māori is New Zealand's language. 'These awards are about shining a light on those who are turning dreams into reality – making te reo a normal, living language in everyday Aotearoa – ake ake ake.' The winners will be honoured at a special event on the evening of Friday, 7 November 2025, in Wellington. Nominate an individual, organisation or kaupapa today!
Scoop
04-05-2025
- General
- Scoop
Nominations Open For Ngā Tohu Reo Māori 2025
The karanga is out! Te Taura Whiri i te Reo Māori, the Māori Language Commission, is calling for nominations for Ngā Tohu Reo Māori 2025 – a celebration of those who are championing the normalisation and revitalisation of te reo Māori. This year, the awards have been refreshed to align with five internationally recognised pillars of language revitalisation, alongside our long-standing Tohu Oranga Angitu and Tū Rangatira awards. The updated categories reflect the full spectrum of mahi New Zealanders carry out daily, weekly or monthly to uplift te reo Māori – from inspiring new learners and using the language every day, to leadership, awareness, and innovation in te reo Māori. Te Taura Whiri Chief Executive, Ngahiwi Apanui-Barr, says Ngā Tohu Reo Māori is about uplifting the mana of te reo Māori. 'Our awards acknowledge the incredible individuals, organisations and kaupapa breathing life into the language across communities, the private sector, academia and beyond – kia mauriora te reo! "The revitalisation of te reo Māori belongs to all of us, te reo Māori is New Zealand's language. 'These awards are about shining a light on those who are turning dreams into reality – making te reo a normal, living language in everyday Aotearoa – ake ake ake.' The winners will be honoured at a special event on the evening of Friday, 7 November 2025, in Wellington. Nominate an individual, organisation or kaupapa today!
