Coming up on Te Karere... The Maori Party's coalition agreement with National is under threat. The Party wants an urgent meeting with the Prime Minister over his attitude to the Waitangi Tribunal hearing on water rights, and the asset sales plan. Maori leader and commentator Maruhaeremuri Stirling has died. We talk to the proud parents of Lisa Carrington. Could she be our biggest hope to win a gold medal? Due to the live nature of Te Karere, some segments will not be subtitled. Tena koutou katoa, and welcome to Te Karere. The Maori Party wants an urgent meeting with the Prime Minister over his attitude to the Waitangi Tribunal hearing on water rights, and the asset sales plan. Party co-leader Tariana Turia says she's really disgusted with John Key's dismissive comments about any recommendation the Tribunal might make. The Maori Council is also upset. Iwi leaders gathered for a third day at the tribunal hearing in Lower Hutt. Peata Melbourne joins us now from Wellington with the latest. Peata. The relationship between the Maori Party and National is hanging in the balance. However, it seems that in spite of her anger towards the PM, they will still remain in coalition. Tariana Turia was feeling a bit camera shy today. Upon arriving at the tribunal hearings, she decided to make her entrance through the back door, declining requests to be interviewed. But the renowned cups of teas of Waiwhetu Marae must have finally warmed her to front. The comments she is talking about are those of the PM, who said he could if he chose to, ignore recommendations by the Waitangi Tribunal around water claims. And the iwi representatives, who were pleased to see the Minister arrive along with other Maori MPs, couldn't agree more. Tariana Turia has been trying to organise a meeting between the PM and her Party, but so far, to no avail. And he's not changing his stance either about who owns water. This tribunal is a very important part of the relationship that Maori have with the Crown, and Turia says when politicians make and Turia says when politicians make comments like the PM, they are inflammatory to race relations. The co-leader said it remains to be seen as to whether this will impact on their Party's relationship with National. The meeting between John Key and the Maori Party won't be held this week. However it's been said it will be held on Monday. Hone Harawira is still on the side challenging his former colleagues. He says the Maori Party should cut ties with National. Scotty. Thank you Peata. That was Peata Melbourne, live from Wellington. Ngati Kahu leader Margaret Mutu says Maori shouldn't be surprised at John Key's attitude. She says that the Maori Party have no choice but to leave the coalition government. Professor Margaret Mutu is clear in her view. The Tribunal cannot say that Maori do not own the water. The PM thinks differently. Mutu says that Maori should rise up and oppose John Key's dismissive views. John Key is belittling Maori. How dare Pakeha come over here to tell us what to do and keep us silent. But the PM says there is a middle ground; the co-management of the Waikato River is one example. The fallout from this issue will hurt the Maori Party by association Think about it Maori Party. Think about whether it's such a good idea to stay with him. But it looks like the Maori Party isn't going anywhere. Potaka Maipi, Te Karere. After the break, We remember a Maori leader and Parekura Horomia gives us his take on the stoush between the Maori Party and John Key. Maori leader and commentator Maruhaeremuri Stirling has died. The 79-year-old from Te Whanau a Apanui, Ngai Tahu and Ngati Porou played a leading role in Maori affairs, kohanga reo, and more recently in politics. She is not afraid to voice her opinion. She never backed-down. Will we Maori benefit from any of these candidates? No they only think about themselves. This was Maruhaeremuri Stirling before the elections last year. She and Kingi Taurua were political commentators for Te Karere. She was known for her knowledge about Maori and the language. She was raised in Raukokore in the East Coast. When she turned 20, she moved to Christchurch. She lived in Tuahiwi for almost 60 years. She done a lot around the country as well. She was a teacher, an officer for Maori Affairs, and was involved in the Maori Women's Welfare League, the 28th, the Kohanga Reo and other community projects. She was a strong advocate for the Maori Party and was the backbone for their candidate last year. 10 years ago, she was chosen to be the kuia of the Ngai Tahu exhibition at Te Papa. Our taonga are in safe hands here. She also went over to Japan. Her husband has passed away, they leave behind four daughters, one is well known for creating games. They grieve for their mother. They knew her time was coming, she has been sick for a while. Whoever can vote, vote. I'll tell you which party to vote for. She will lie in state at Rehua Marae. The duration of her stay is still to be confirmed. Rapaera Tawhai, Te Karere. Labour MP Parekura Horomia joins us now from Wellington. Tena koe Parekura. We're unable to provide subtitles. Visit our website after 7pm to watch interview with subtitles. Parekura Horomia, thank you for your time. The Rotorua District Council currently has a case before the Environmental Court to build a sewage treatment facility in Manawahe, Rotoma. Ngati Pikiao and Ngati Makino are the tribal influences in the area and they are against the facility. Hinerangi Goodman was at the courthouse. This is land the Rotorua District Council is proposing to build a wastewater treatment plant on, but local iwi are opposing the idea. That's the reason for their appearance before the Environment Court in Rotorua. the Environment Court in Rotorua. That area is very sacred to us as it is close to caves where our eponymous ancestor Haukeka and other ancestors are buried. where our eponymous ancestor Haukeka and other ancestors are buried. Ngati Pikiao and Ngati Makino were also concerned that there had been no consultation process or engagement of any sort The Council say that after processing through their wastewater plant, the water would be purified and used for many purposes. It should also be noted that water has its own life force and therefore should not be tampered with. Water flowing from lakes Rotoiti to those of Rotoehu to Rotoma have different life forces but the Council wants them to come together at the proposed plant, and from Manawahe, flow out to Rotoma, Rotoehu and Waitahanui. The Council declined an interview with us but they say until a decision has been made, the hearing will continue to the end of this week. Hinerangi Goodman, Te Karere. After the break, we'll meet the parents of one of the NZ Olympians, of Lisa Carrington, and the weather. Of all the NZ Olympic hopefuls this year, Lisa Carrington is our best chance for gold. Her parents Pat and Glenis say they hope that her kayak reaches the finish line before her competitors when the games begin. Our Olympic games reporter Irena Smith was in Ohope, home town of the Carrington's. Opening mum and dad outside the house. Lisa Carrington grew up with Ohope Beach in her backyard. Pat and Glenis Carrington are teachers. Their children gained a lot from their parents' lessons and encouragement. But it was Lisa s competitive nature that pushed her to succeed. The Whakatane Surf Club is just 200 meters from the Carrington home. The Whakatane Surf Club is just 200 meters from the Carrington home. These were Lisa's first steps towards strengthening her skills that are taking her to the world stage. She won the title of world champion last year and it was then her parents knew they would need to buy tickets to London. There are also other community members from Whakatane making the trip to support Lisa, But no matter what, they will be there to cheer on their girl. They leave for London at the end of the month. Irena Smith, Te Karere. Jamie Joseph has reservations about coaching the Maori All Blacks. He's waiting to hear the plans for their Europe tour before he decides whether he's free to coach the team or not. He said he's signed on to continue coaching the Highlanders for two more years and they're his priority but he does enjoy coaching the Maori team and he's not ready to give it up just yet. To the weather now. For weather, see tvnz.co.NZ. We return to the Festival of Pacific Arts to end our show with a Tahitian dance Captions were made possible with funding from NZ on Air. Copyright TVNZ Access Services 2012.