MATA with Mihingarangi Forbes

An in-depth podcast where newsmakers and Māori commentators unpack the latest political issues impacting Aotearoa.

Hosted by Mihingarangi Forbes

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Tama Potaka on the Treaty Principles Bill and whether he'll be Attorney-General

Ahead of Waitangi Day, Māori Development Minister Tama Potaka joins Mihingarangi Forbes for a wide-ranging interview, discussing the Treaty Principles Bill, the Ngāpuhi settlement, emergency housing, whether he has ambitions to become Attorney-General, and Peeni Henare’s shock resignation.
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Tama Potaka and Mihingarangi Forbes pose for a photo after their interview in the lead-up to Waitangi Day in 2026.

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