(pics available www.nzpaimages.co.nz) Wellington, Feb 2 NZPA - Six of eight students today awarded special Maori scholarships were taught at kaupapa Maori Schools.

Wellington, Feb 24 NZPA - New Green MP Gareth Hughes used his maiden speech in Parliament today to talk about his environmental passions and take a swipe at the major parties for what he considers environmentally destructive and unsustainable policies.