Coming up on Te Karere... The Maori Party challenges Parliament to voice opposition to the closing of Australian indigenous community settlements. 4WD vehicles are causing environmental and safety concerns 4WD vehicles are causing environmental and safety concerns on a Kaipara beach. Due to the live nature of Te Karere, some segments will not be subtitled. Tena koutou katoa, and welcome to Te Karere. The stand was swift... ...as was the dismissal. According to parliament process, if one seeks leave to move a motion without debate, if a single member objects, then it won't immediately proceed. It seems Jerry Brownlee objected, because the National Party as a whole did not support the motion. The Maori Party have been staunchly opposed to the closure of indigenous communities in Australia, and now they have taken their gripe to the lion's den with support from some of the adversaries. Act, United Future, Labour, the Greens, even some of the National MP's supported it in the house. The opposition has been heard far and wide, and there is now concern this sets a dangerous precedent. If it is like that there, then it is inevitable it will find its way to our shores. There are also accusations of dishonesty. They have signed the declaration of the Rights of Indigenous People, as we did. But they are not abiding by its contents. This motion isn't expected to gain favour with the majority, with National and New Zealand First against it. But that won't stop the push. This is only the beginning. The motion will be heard on the 28th of April. Heta Gardiner, Te Karere. A northern iwi is joining forces with the defence force and the police to crack down on adventure seekers putting their lives at risk. Nga Maunga Whakahii o Kaipara manage the Woodhill Forest, north of Auckland. They claim 4WD drivers and motorcyclists are roaming on dangerous ground abusing others along on the way. So they're threatening to close it off. Oriini Tipene-Leach explains why. It looks like fun. But landowners say it's reckless and careless. Parts of Woodhill Forest are for recreational activities. But a few are breaking the rules. The Woodhill Forest was returned to Ngati Whatua ki Kaipara as part of their cultural redress in 2013. To date the tribe has been troubled by 4WD drivers and motor cyclists roaming carelessly on their land. They've issued 24 people with trespass notices this year alone. But the issue is much more grave. The Kaipara Air Weapons Range is nearby and is used by the military to train in bomb delivery, helicopter gunnery and explosive munitions disposal. Practice bombs like this that are still live. The Defence Force aren't taking responsibility for others either. Despite all the warnings in plain sight, they're still being ignored. The iwi is turning to the Defence Force and the police for management support. The ultimatum though is to close the entire forest and beach area off to everyone for good. Oriini Tipene-Leach, Te Karere. For many, Good Friday is a day to see family, friends, and eat well. But for the homeless, it's just another day living on the streets. Manawa Wright visited the Auckland City Mission at lunchtime today and discovered a high percentage of the homeless are Maori. A mass of those living it rough have congregated here for salvation. There are more than 90 people like Vanessa and Hare who sleep it rough who came into the shelter today in Auckland. About 80% of them are Maori. They're a forgotten people. Those sleeping it rough want iwi to support homeless rangatahi who still have the potential to make a life for themselves. And there are a lot of issues experienced by Maori women sleeping it rough. There is something to smile about for those who are living rough. They will receive free meals from today until Easter ends. Manawa Wright, Te Karere. After the break, legendary jockey Noel Harris calls time on a storied career. Then an athlete on the rise. Anaru Grant from Te Arawa prepares for a major Brazilian Jiu Jitsu event in Abu Dhabi. New Zealand's veteran jockey Noel Harris will try to go out on top tomorrow at the age of 60. Ngati Te Whiti's superstar apprentice jockey from the early 1970's has been kicking home winners for five decades, so what's next on the cards for rock star jockey? for five decades, so what's next on the cards for rock star jockey? Peata Melbourne has more. Te Atiawa's infamous jockey known for his post-race pukana. Then there's his distinctive riding style... Then there's his distinctive riding style... Short stirrups, backside high... Herbie Rauhihi was a role model to him as well as a family member, but there were others who were influential. Here he is in 2013 after he rode five successive winners at Ellerslie. The jockey knows all too well, with great rewards come great sacrifices. His generous nature something he'll be remembered for by his colleagues. Something he knows all about after finishing second in the Melbourne Cup 42 years ago. These days the experienced jockey has learned all the hard lessons from the world of racing. Following his retirement he'll be looking to pass on his legacy. His final race tomorrow at Te Aroha Racecourse. Peata Melbourne, Te Karere. One of New Zealand's most exciting Brazilian jiu jitsu prospects One of New Zealand's most exciting Brazilian jiu jitsu prospects is preparing for the biggest event of his career. Anaru Grant flies to Abu Dhabi at the end of the month to compete at world professional championships. And as Raniera Harrison reports, the Te Arawa man is in line for some big prize money. Day in, day out, this is the world of Anaru Grant. To correct, and to learn for future competitions that are coming up. Training hard is this descendant of Te Arawa, as he prepares to take on the Abu Dhabi World Professional Championship, that will be held in Abu Dhabi in three weeks' time. At the end of this month, I go to Abu Dhabi to compete in the World Professional Championship for Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Not only that - to do the damage as well. A competition set up by the Sheikh of Abu Dhabi, himself a black belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, and the winners in each division will get their share of the $1million prize put up by the Sheikh. But that's not my main reason for going. My main focus is to go as a solid representative for the Maori people, the BJJ community here in NZ. And he's finding rejuvenation in stories of the past, to be fruitful in the future. There was the battle between Tamatekapua and his foe, and they both agreed and they both agreed that they would put their weapons aside and fight hand to hand. His feet aren't heavy, his skin is not wet. So it would be right for me to say that you, the descendant of Te Arawa, are embodying the deeds of your eponymous ancestor, Tamatekapua? Maybe... Raniera Harrison, Te Karere. Let's take a look at what Maori programmes we have this Easter weekend. This week on Marae; Don't forget the new times for these shows. Waka Huia will now be at 10am and Marae will follow straight after at 10.30. Let's take another look at today's top stories. The Maori Party challenges Parliament to support indigenous Australians. Hundreds of their community settlements face closure. Off road vehicle users are raising environmental and safety concerns at a South Kaipara Beach. And today's a holiday for most, but for the homeless, it's just another day of struggle. After the break; Stay tuned. And then we have the weather. To the weather now. For weather, see tvnz.co.nz. 57 minis will follow the path of the popular 1981 movie 'Goodbye Pork Pie' in a bid to raise over $150,000 for the KidsCan charitable trust. The aim of the bi-annual event, The aim of the bi-annual event, now in its fourth run, is to drive from Kaitaia to Invercargill. Pere Wihongi found a Maori who took part in this unique fundraising drive. It may be a small car. Yes it's the first stop for the big trip. A trip that will see this Maori face in one of these cars. But Burns is a worker for KidsCan. However, she chose herself to sign up for this trip. Burns agrees more Maori should be involved in this initiative. With a hope to raise $150,000. 2,500 kilometres to travel. With only four more days to achieve the goals. Now they travel south to Taupo via Hamilton, hoping to arrive in Wellington by tomorrow night. Pere Wihongi, Te Karere. That's all we have for today. Turou Hawaiki. Captions were made possible with funding from Te Mangai Paho. Copyright TVNZ 2015.