1In an historic moment of unity, Maori stood as one on Thursday, calling on the Government to halt asset sales until the issue of Maori water rights is sorted out. Analysis of the ramifications of the national hui on water rights.
2The Waitangi Tribunal's findings on water rights has encouraged the people of Poroti to prepare for the day when meaningful negotiations with the Crown will get underway.
3Steaming Up There are questions about the worth of some of NZ's assets earmarked for sale by the Government, especially the hydro schemes essential to Mighty River Power and Genesis. Are Maori landowners with geothermal resources preparing to participate in an age of geothermal electricity?
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