Coming up on Te Karere... 28th Maori Battalion veteran, Nolan Raihania, is laid to rest. They're running marathons to combat sexual violence. And Colin Cooper names his Maori All Blacks squad for the northern hemisphere tour. 25 October 2016 Due to the live nature of Te Karere, some segments will not be subtitled. Tena koutou katoa, and welcome to Te Karere. A huge crowd of mourners gathered today at Pakirikiri Marae Tokomaru Bay, for the funeral of a much loved and respected veteran of the 28th Maori Battalion. Nolan Raihania achieved much in his 89 years. Aside from his active service in WW2, he raised a large family, was a local body politician and was an important and effective leader at local and national levels. Rapaera Tawhai reports. We're unable to provide subtitles. Rapaera Tawhai, Te Karere. Imagine completing seven marathons in seven days. That's exactly what a number of brave people have committed to. They're doing it to take a stand against sexual violence. And as Peata Melbourne reports, the campaign is being run in Kaikohe, Kaitaia and Auckland. He started in South Auckland on Sunday, yesterday he traversed Okahu Bay, today Anthony, who has already walked 84km over the last two days in the name of anti-violence, is walking another 42km in Glen Eden. By the end of the seven day campaign he would have walked 210km. He's one of many who have come on board promoting the Speak Out Anti Violence campaign at Pyers Park. It's a 1.4km circuit, some choosing to run, others stroll, and others opting for relay, and all sending a strong message. Last year Davis headed a hikoi from Auckland to Kaitaia promoting anti-violence in Te Tai Tokerau. This year he's heading the hikoi circuit in Kaitaia. This year Ngati Whatua are jumping on board and Auckland providers have high expectations from the event. Tomorrow it'll happen all over again but instead will start in Helensville. The campaign ends on Saturday. Peata Melbourne, Te Karere. The tourism industry in Rotorua is celebrating a record number of visitor nights, accommodation and visits to activities and attractions in and across the region. This marks the last few months, especially August, as the best winter for the industry. Hinerangi Goodman with the story. Canopy Tours have been operating for four years; recently it took out the ultimate Supreme Tourism Award for the year. James also agrees that the business had thrived over the winter months. Tamaki Tours has also enjoyed the winter months and are thriving because of the increased visitor tours and numbers from international markets. Because of conflicts and random acts of terrorism in countries overseas, Aotearoa has become much more sought after in the domestic and international markets. It is said that Rotorua is the jewel in the Tourism Crown of Aotearoa. Hinerangi Goodman, Te Karere. This artwork has covered this rock face in Taupo for 40 years. It's famous, and the artist who made it says that originally the public didn't think much of his work nevertheless Matahi Brightwell says it was passion that lead him to complete it. The face of Ngatoroirangi, the fulfilment of a dying wish. 40 years on from the creation of this famous carving in the heart of Taupo, carver Brightwell is reminiscent. Not everyone was on side. But Brightwell stuck to his guns. But while he was all bluster outside, inside, it affected him. This inspired Brightwell to rob his ancestor's facade of sight. To mark the milestone, Matahi Brightwell vows to renovate the work and grant his ancestor sight to see the world. Hania Douglas, Te Karere. After the break, a new captain for the Maori All Blacks touring party to the northern hemisphere. And this year's Mangamuka pig hunt competition also has 'P' in its sights. Earlier we spoke to Nanaia Mahuta. To begin, war veteran Nolan Raihania of the 28th Maori Battalion C Company was laid to rest today. We asked Nanaia what were her memories of the Ngati Porou soldier? I'd like to acknowledge the grieving family who are now about to bury their beloved grandfather in the earth. I didn't really know him as an individual. Many just like him went and served in the defense force. His memory should be remembered as well as those of his fellow officers at this sad time. Rest in peace, Nolan Raihiana. The leader of the Tribal Huk gang Jamie Pink claims he's lost an eye over his bid to rid Ngaruawahia of 'P'. You could say the leader has taken the law into his own hands, but ultimately should that responsibility lie on his shoulders? If police do their role, then perhaps the gangs would not have to get involved in dealing with this destructive substance that's out there in the community. However, I do know the community in Ngaruawahia do support the Huks tribal gang. They've grown up with the community in Ngaruawahia. Their ultimate aim is to ensure drugs like 'P' do not impact on our young ones. So yes there will be some rough times ahead, but they want those who are selling these to our kids to move out of town. Your colleague Labour MP Kelvin Davis is leading the seven marathons in seven days hikoi to stop sexual violence. We understand other Labour Mps are joining in on the initiative as well? The new thing with his goal is establishing his own hikoi events around his electorate in Te Tai Tokerau. I am aware that Peeni Henare from Tamaki Makaurau and Louisa Wall from Manurewa will be joining in as well. It's about letting the community know that we are serious on this issue. We want to look after our women and children negatively impacted by sexual violence. Tomorrow the Maori Affairs Select Committee will meet again over the Ture Whenua Maori reform bill. What's new on the agenda? There are many things in that billl that need to be addressed. The public are not well informed at the multidue of changes being made in each section. That's an issue. It's a large piece of legislation. I and some of our members of the committee are concerned with a part of the legislation dealing with land use other than care taking care the of the land. That's the heart of what's being pursued currently. Collin Cooper has named the Maori All Blacks, he will be taken on the northern hemisphere tour. The squad features some fresh faces, a couple of new assistant coaches and a new captain. Tamati Rimene-Sproat was in Wellington for the announcement and has the story. The challenge has been set, and it is up to this Maori team to accept. Colin Cooper today named his Maori All Black squad for the tour to America, England and Ireland. The team is chock full of young talent, with six new caps. Charlie Ngatai's head knock means Cooper had to select a new captain for the team. Ash Dixon says it's a privilege to lead the Maori and take the Maori culture abroad. The boys are confident they have what it takes for the challenges that await them. The team departs for Chicago on Sunday for their first game against the USA Eagles on the 5th of November. TAMATI RIMENE-SPROAT, TE KARERE. After the break; This year's Mangamuka Pig Hunt competition also has 'p' in its sights. And we have the weather. To the weather now. For weather, see tvnz.co.nz. In Mangamuka, P stands for Poaka. But this year, the small northland community dedicated their pig hunting competition to raise funds to stamp out another type of 'p' that's wreaking havoc in the far north. Hania Douglas with the story. The Great Pig Hunt, an event that Mangamuka has hosted annually for a long time. But there's a beast of another kinds they're also hoping to hunt down. We're raising funds for our relatives who are addicted to Methamphetamine (the drug P). Pig hunting, tuna catching, boxing and socialising were on the cards, all in the name of raising funds to fight a problem that has long preyed on the small community. It's to help those wanting to check into rehab centres, to fund those wanting to kick their habit. Old and young, all took part, but not everyone understood the gravity of the event. Recently a spate of death in Northland have seen the region in media spotlight, while Mangamuka is quite a rural community, they have not been unaffected. One of our relatives was shot recently, another from the area just the other day. That's why we've made it a focus, to get people thinking about it for the sake of our relatives, and for our kids. The effects of P are evident throughout the country, but this is one community that's taken on the challenge to get rid of it. Hania Douglas, Te Karere. That's all we have for today. Captions were made possible with funding from Te Mangai Paho.