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article by Ibadet Dervishaj

The scrapping of three Maori seats on the plan for a new Auckland Super City- as proposed by the Royal Commission of Inquiry into Auckland Governance- has raised serious concerns about the consequences of the Super City without the Maori voice. A hikoi is being organized to protest the government's plan not to include Maori representation in the proposed Auckland Super City. On May 25, 2009, the Maori will march to create a better understanding of the proposed Super City without a diverse representation in the local government.
For more information on the hikoi, please visit: http://ihiaotearoa.wordpress.com/

Join us for a selection of films by Mâori filmmakers exploring and celebrating the indigenous culture of Aotearoa (New Zealand), Saturday November 1, 2008 at 12pm.


12 p.m. - Short Films
Hawaikii (2006, 11 min)
The heartwarming story of a Māori girl's first day of school. Directed by Mike Jonathan.

Two Cars, One Night (2003, 12 min)
This humorous and charming film about first love between two Māori children was an Oscar nominee for Best Live Action Short Film in 2005. Directed by Taika Waititi

Taua: War Party (2007, 15 min)
Winner of Best Short Film in the 2007 National Geographic's All Roads Film Festival, Taua is a sensory-rich journey through the ancient Māori forest, where an act of compassion speaks to the true value of leadership. Directed by Tearepa Kahi

Tama Tu (2005, 17 min)
An award-winning short film in Berlin and Stockholm's International Film Festivals and recipient of honorable mention at Sundance, Tama Tu depicts soldiers of the Māori Battalion as they take a brief break from fighting during World War II. Directed by Taika Waititi

1 p.m. - Guarding the Family Silver
Guarding the Family Silver (2005, 46 min)
A look at the appropriation of traditional Māori symbols, images, and words in the global marketplace. Directed by Toby Mills and Moana Maniapoto.

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