TE PUNI KOKIRI

10 September 2003

Media Advisory

Matai Whetu Marae Foreshore Consultation Hui

Matai Whetu Marae has advised that media can attend the powhiri at the hui on Thursday 11 September, but cannot enter the wharenui during the hui. Interviews can be conducted before and after the hui.

Please respect the tikanga of the marae.

The media stipulations contained in this advisory are the wishes of the marae and are communicated by Te Puni Kokiri as part of the Ministry’s facilitation role. Please note that marae reserve the right to change their arrangements at any time.

ENDS

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