Breakdowns to help you stay informed on what matters most.
A proposed change to the Government's RMA reforms has put Mana Whakahono ā Rohe agreements in the spotlight. Here's what they are, what's proposed, and why iwi leaders are speaking up.
Voting this year? Here's what you need to know about enrolment, the Māori Roll, the two votes, and the key dates before the 2026 General Election.
Who decides where alcohol can be sold, and can communities have a say? Learn how alcohol licensing works in Aotearoa and where communities fit into the decision-making process.
Local Alcohol Policies help shape when, where, and how alcohol can be sold within a community. Learn how these policies work and how communities can have a say in decisions that affect alcohol availability in their area.
Alcohol objections give communities a formal opportunity to raise concerns about alcohol licence applications before a decision is made.
Parliament is considering a Bill that would give Police new powers to issue move-on orders in some public places. This explainer breaks down what the proposal would do, who could be affected, and how to make a submission.
The Bill would create legal protections during an overdose emergency so people can focus on getting help without worrying about low-level drug charges or other immediate legal consequences.
The Government is reviewing Treaty references across legislation in Aotearoa. We break down what that means, why it matters, and how it differs from the 2024 Treaty Principles Bill.
Labour is proposing a Capital Gains Tax on profits from investment property sales. Here's what it means, who it affects, and why it matters for Māori and our communities.
The 2024/25 New Zealand Health Survey reveals the ongoing pressures Māori and Pacific whānau face across mental health, food security, smoking, and more. Here's what the data shows and what it means.
The Online Casino Gambling Bill aims to license and regulate online casinos in Aotearoa - but at what cost? Learn what's being proposed, who it affects, and why Hāpai Te Hauora opposes it.
The RMA is being replaced with two new laws. Here's what that means for our whenua, wai, and the way decisions are made in our communities.
The Government's proposed alcohol law changes sound like a technical fix. But behind that is a bigger shift — making alcohol easier to sell, easier to access, and harder for communities to challenge.
Changes to fisheries laws could impact how decisions are made, who gets a say, and how our moana is protected. Here's what you need to know.
What's being proposed and what it could mean for representation in Aotearoa.
