Coming up on Te Karere... Te Arawa welcomed iwi leaders and Maori entrepreneurs at Te Puia in Rotorua, marking the opening of the 2026 Federation of Maori Authorities Economic Forum. Police say they have dismantled a large methamphetamine operation in the Far North that was allegedly manufacturing and supplying the drug throughout remote parts of Northland. The Wellington regional kapa haka competition is drawing closer. Within Te Kapa Haka o Pukeatua are both experienced performers and newcomers who are preparing together for the group's first appearance on stage. 12 June 2026 Due to the live nature of Te Karere, some segments will not be subtitled. Tena koutou katoa, and welcome to Te Karere. The call has gone out from Kiriwaitingi Russell, Te Arawa's representative to FOMA, for FOMA to step up. Speaking at FOMA's annual meeting in Rotorua, she outlined a forward-looking strategy aimed at doubling the value of Maori assets and supporting young Maori entrepreneurs by bringing them into leadership development programmes within the Maori economy. Here's Roihana Nuri. We're unable to provide subtitles. FOMA and the Assembly of First Nations of British Columbia signed an agreement in Rotorua today during FOMA's annual conference. The purpose of the agreement is to formalise the relationship and strengthen cooperation for the benefit of both parties. The partnership focuses on economic development, trade, international connections, and the sharing of knowledge and successful practices. We're unable to provide subtitles. Te Pati Maori has confirmed the appointment of Penny Poutu as Vice President Wahine and Willie Te Aho as Vice President Tane. Together, Penny and Willie bring a lifetime of community experience, strong advocacy for Maori, and a firm commitment to te reo Maori and tikanga Maori. Te Pati Maori President John Tamihere said the appointments come at an important time. Incoming Vice President Wahine Penny Poutu said she accepted the role because this is a time for people to stand up and be counted. Incoming Vice President Tane Willie Te Aho said his commitment remains to mana motuhake and the kaupapa of Te Pati Maori. Police say they have dismantled a large methamphetamine operation in the Far North that was allegedly manufacturing and supplying the drug throughout remote parts of Northland. A loaded pistol was found in a child's bedroom during the investigation. Police also searched multiple properties across Northland and Auckland as part of the operation. Marena Mane has more. We're unable to provide subtitles. Methamphetamine continues to affect communities across Te Hiku. That has led to the opening of a new service in Kaitaia called Te Puarangi, which is focused on supporting whanau affected by methamphetamine addiction. We're unable to provide subtitles. After the break, The Wellington regional kapa haka competition is drawing closer. Within Te Kapa Haka o Pukeatua are both experienced performers and newcomers who are preparing together for the group's first appearance on stage. The Wellington regional kapa haka competition is drawing closer. Within Te Kapa Haka o Pukeatua are both experienced performers and newcomers who are preparing together for the group's first appearance on stage. Despite the nerves, the kapa is focused on lifting the standard of all groups through knowledge, experience and determination when they perform. We're unable to provide subtitles. Kiwi sprinter Zoe Hobbs has started her European season with her second-ever Diamond League podium finish. The Oceania record holder ran 11.03 seconds in cold conditions in Oslo. She finished behind Olympic champion Julien Alfred and world 200-metre silver medallist Amy Hunt. Hobbs will compete next week in Ostrava in the Czech Republic, where she set her Oceania record of 10.94 seconds last year. After the break we have the weather. That's all we have for today. Captions were made possible with funding from Te Mangai Paho. Copyright TVNZ 2026.