Monthly Archives: September 2012

Feed the children ?

Posted on September 12, 2012 by Ewen McQueen

Labour leader David Shearer last week announced a new education policy initiative – feeding children in low decile schools across New Zealand. Labour has costed it at $19million per annum. Hone Harawira was promoting the same initiative as Mana Party policy … Continue reading →

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Will Tuhoe now sign the Treaty ?

Posted on September 11, 2012 by Ewen McQueen

Another major Treaty settlements milestone passed today with Tuhoe deal announced. Among other things it includes  $170million in redress and co-management of Te Urewera National Park. However it was a milestone with an important difference – Tuhoe have never actually signed … Continue reading →

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