Coming up on Te Karere... The Greens problems go from bad to worse - with two of their MP's resigning in protest. We canvas reaction to the Greens woes in particular their coalition partner Labour. And Maori manuka honey producers say their dealings with MPI is far from sweet. 08 August 2017 Due to the live nature of Te Karere, some segments will not be subtitled. Tena koutou katoa, and welcome to Te Karere. It's gone from bad to worse for the Greens. Two of their senior MP's have quit in protest at Metiria Turei refusing to resign as a co-leader despite admitting to historical benefit and electoral enrolment offences. One of the disillusioned MP's, David Clendon is a member of the Greens Maori caucus. Political reporter Eruera Rerekura has more. Their decision has been made. Metiria Turei and her wrongdoings were the reason. Metiria Turei and her wrongdoings were the reason. Although David Clendon and Graham Kennedy don't agree with Ms Turei's wrongdoings, these Green MP's still support her as a co-leader. However, as for Clendon and Kennedy he didn't agree with the way they went about it. And it appears a burden has been lifted off his shoulders. Eruera Rerekura, Te Karere. Meanwhile, the honeymoon period is over for Labour's new leadership. The controversy impacts on Labour as the party has a coalition agreement with the Greens. Other political parties are gunning for the Greens, so how Labour managed the delicate balancing act of sticking with the Greens but at the same maintaining core principles such as honesty and integrity. Despite the agreement (between the Greens and Labour) the leader maintains Labour runs their affairs. And the Greens run their business. It seems the honeymoon is over for Labour. But after Kelvin Davis let loose last Sunday. Ardern had issues of her own to sort. Davis now toeing the positive party line. No doubt Labour will want to get back on the right track as election looms. Ripeka Timutimu, Te Karere. Commercial companies should pay tax rates if they are to resell NZ fresh water overseas. This is Tame Te Rangi of Ngati Whatua's stance on the latest issue of water bottling. This is ahead of Labours water policy announcement tomorrow. Te Okiwa McLean has more. Fresh water - a precious asset to te iwi Maori, which this iwi leader admits should never be exploited. If making money is the aim for those companies, then there are areas to slow them down. Last week Labour candidate Tamati Coffey presented a petition with over 4000 signatures calling for water bottling companies in NZ to pay their fair share. Under the RMA companies can apply to local authorities for water allocation consent. Iwi leaders are sitting on the fence over the issue. The Ngati Kuri leader says there's more to the issue than meets the eye. Tomorrow the Labour Party is expected to release their policy on water bottling in Auckland. Te Okiwa McLean, Te Karere. Maori in the lucrative manuka honey industry are frustrated. The sticking point is a continued delay by the Ministry of Primary Industries to make a solid definition for manuka honey. Maori producers that delay have had a dramatic impact on their ability to export to international markets. Irena Smith has the story. Manuka Honey they call it liquid gold from NZ. But its definitions and chemical markers are still being considered. Miere working group Chair Victor Goldsmith says the impacts are being felt in the industry. Because of the number and complexity of submissions, the Ministry has decided to take time so to ensure all feedback is thoroughly reviewed. It is predicted to be a billion dollar industry for NZ in the coming years. But the concern is that others are quick to put themselves forward using the Manuka name. There is no doubt Manuka Honey from NZ is a premium product for our major world markets. Irena Smith, Te Karere. To the Bay of Plenty, a Tauranga iwi says they will temporarily suspend protest action over a proposed treaty settlement with their neighbouring Hauraki Iwi Collective. The move follows Treaty Minister Chris Finlayson's admission in parliament that a settlement won't be signed until the dispute is resolved. Ngai Te Rangi chairman Charlie Tawhiao says they will now focus on initiating a tikanga Maori process between both Tauranga and Hauraki iwi collectives. After the break, Maori Party co-leader Marama Fox weighs in on the Green Party debacle. And a rather interesting approach to expressing the story of lands loss and colonisation at the World Indigenous People's Conference on Education. Earlier today we spoke to Maori Party Co-Leader Marama Fox about the Green Party controversy where two of their MPs quit over Metiria Turei refusing to step down as co-leader. Our first question to her was where does the Maori Party stand on the issue? We're unable to provide subtitles. At the World Indigenous People's Conference on Education, one of the host tribes came up with a creative expression to tell the story of land loss and colonisation. And as Te Okiwa McLean reports, the exercise proved to be emotional journey for those in attendance. An exercise to help people empathise with the suffering of the indigenous cultures of Canada. Blanket exercise participants take on the roles of indigenous people in Canada. Standing on blankets that represent the land, they walk through pre-contact, treaty-making, colonization and resistance. Participants are drawn into the experience by reading scrolls and carrying cards which ultimately determine their outcomes. This isn't anything new for indigenous peoples. These indigenous people's wish to take the model back to their countries. These indigenous peoples wish to take the model back The language needs to be fed to the next generations. There is intergenerational pain and I feel for people who are in this state. This is a first for this Education Minister. She says education systems here need to change. This is an unforgettable experience, and one to be remembered for years to come. Te Okiwa McLean, Te Karere. After the break we have the weather. To the weather now. For weather, see tvnz.co.nz. The super rugby champions have returned home to Cantabrian soil. The Crusaders' victory parade is well underway in Christchurch with the Waikato Bay of Plenty Magic team. The 21-year-old shot a 80% success rate for the Magic, Falkner was raised on a farm in Waimana, and mum Tania found out about the selection while driving back home to Opotiki. The Silver Ferns open their international season against South Africa in Brisbane at the end of the month. The super rugby champions have returned home to Cantabrian soil. The Crusaders' victory parade is well underway in Christchurch and many have flocked to their local art gallery to celebrate their homecoming. The Crusaders beat the Lions 25-17 over the weekend, bringing an end to a nine year title drought. That's all we have for today. That's all we have for today. Kia ora tatou katoa. Turou Hawaiki. Captions were made possible with funding from Te Mangai Paho.