Coming up on Te Karere... In breaking news: There are allegations of assault against the former chair of Te Kauhanganui o Tainui. We have more on this. On top of that, news on fisherman Teddy Elvis as the charges against him for using his and other fishing vessels in their fight against oil exploration on the East Coast have been thrown out of court. The new law that aims to hasten the Treaty claims process is being rushed through Parliament. Due to the live nature of Te Karere, some segments will not be subtitled. Due to the live nature of Te Karere, some segments will not be subtitled. Tena koutou katoa, and welcome to Te Karere. Allegations of assault have been laid against the former chair of Tainui's tribal parliament, Tania Martin. In a developing story, Te Karere has learnt that the claims have been made by the chief executive of Waikato-Tainui. We now cross live to Potaka Maipi in our Auckland newsroom. Potaka - what can you tell us? Scotty - we have to say from the outset that these are allegations of assault. But reliable sources tell us that the allegations stem back to February this year, and the alleged assault happened during the Kauhanganui Elections. The allegations have been made by the chief executive of Waikato-Tainui Parekawhia McLean. They claim that they were physically assaulted by Tania Martin. We're not sure of the exact details or the reason for the alleged assault at this stage. So what has been done with the allegations? We understand the complaints of alleged assault are now in the hands of Te Ara Taura Chair Tom Roa. We tried to contact Mr Roa today, but he hasn't returned our calls. We should also say that we tried We should also say that we tried to contact Tania Martin and Parekawhia McLean today, but they haven't responded to our calls. Put this into context for us Potaka - do we have any idea as to why this has happened? It's unclear why this has happened - but we understand there have been long standing issues between Tania Martin and Parekawhia McLean. Tania Martin's position on the Kauhanganui is still in doubt and whether or not she'll attend this weekend's Te Kauhanganui meeting is also unclear. It's not yet known if these complaints will be laid with the police or indeed what action could be taken by Tom Roa. Scotty. Thank you for that report Potaka Maipi, live from our Auckland newsroom. Charges have been dismissed against Elvis Teddy, a fisherman involved in a flotilla protest against oil exploration off the East Cape. It came as no surprise to Elvis Teddy upon hearing these words from the judge... Outside the court room and surrounded by his extended whanau of Te Whanau-A-Apanaui, he had these heartfelt words to say. This was a clear victory as the protest took place outside of the 12 nautical mile zone out to sea where the police had no jurisdiction to enact the law of this country. There were those of the wider whanau outside who also believed that since the day Elvis was arrested the law had no jurisdiction to do so. I am now feelling much better - all of us from Te Whanau-a-Apanui. Later they will hikoi from the courts here down to the wharf where Elvis's fishing boat is waiting. A win which will no doubt be celebrated back home. Hinerangi Goodman, Te Karere. Legislation enabling Treaty of Waitangi Settlements is being fast tracked through Parliament today. The claims of Gisborne tribes Rongowhakaata and Ngai Tamanuhiri are about to be debated. Two bills have already been passed into law. The Maraeroa Blocks settlement and the Ngati Makino Claims settlement bill which settles the Bay of plenty based iwi's claim and allocates other commercial and cultural redress. For twenty years, Ngati Makino have been on the treaty claims journey that has seen them arrive at Parliament today. It is a familiar journey travelled not just by Ngati Makino, but also claimants of Maraeroa Blocks, Ngati Taamanuhiri and Rongowhakaata. Four iwi claims heard their third reading today in the lions den. But for Maraeroa, contrary to their counterparts, only eight years to reach their destination. They said in the House ours is a unique claim because of the way in which it came about in the first place. And Treaty Negotiations Minister took offence to the lack of media coverage of today's event seeing four settlement bills in house. The bill's third and final reading in Parliament will be read this afternoon. Peata Melbourne, Te Karere. A Ngati Kahu hapu in Northland want to stand independent in their Treaty claims. Ngati Tara believe that they shall reap their own benefits. Ngati Tara has begun to gather its self. The sub tribe of Ngati Kahu wants to stand independent from the Runanga o Ngati Kahu. They want to encourage hapu members to register and to start an application to claim Rangiputa Station. Seven families connect to Ngati Tara - there are roughly 2000 members. Seven families connect to Ngati Tara - there are roughly 2000 members. However only 500 people have register to the sub-tribe. However only 500 people have register to the sub-tribe. There's 14 sub-tribes within Ngati Kahu - Ngati Tara is the only sub-tribe who wants to settle their own claims. We wanted to get the Chairperson of Te Runanga o Ngati Kahu, Margaret Mutu's thoughts about this but she wasn't answering our calls. Soon Ngati Tara will meet again to decide their next step. Anzac Pikia, Te Karere. After the break, more highlights from the kapa haka comps in Whangarei... Will parental paid-leave be extended? And Mana Party Leader Hone Harawira joins us to talk politics. Oh, my throat. If your sore throat needs warming comfort,... ...try Strepsils Warm. It has a special formulation with proven antibacterial action and a gentle warming sensation. Ah. Ooh. Ooh. (GIGGLES) Wrap up with Strepsils Warm. Now a blocked nose can also be relieved with the menthol vapours of Strepsils Sore Throat and Blocked Nose. POP! It's a bill that will change the way parents rear their children in this day and age. That's the gist of Labour MP Sue Moroney's bill. She wants to see parental leave extended to six months, as opposed to the current standing 12 weeks. But it looks as if the Government may veto the bill. MP's introduce their bills from the Lion's Den MP's introduce their bills from the Lion's Den and at times it can be similar to a game of cards where luck has nothing to do with it. They can but I think they will let it go for now and then triumph. He is making reference to Sue Moroney's private bill to allow for paid parental leave for 12 weeks and in three years see it extended to six months. What's the most important thing in the world? What's the most important thing in the world? It is people. But the cards are already on the table and the government has their plans. Te Ururoa Flavell supports it because it could lead to the recognition of the Maori whangai concept in law. Whangai is whangai, adopton is adoption the difference lies in that whangai is about growing up with your blood relatives. This could put whangai on equal footing with adoption. Despite coming back to the world of reality NZ sits as the third worst country Tini Molyneux, Te Karere. Mana Party leader, Hone Harawira joins us now from Wellington - We're unable to provide subtitles. Hone Harawira, thank you for joining us. To the Secondary Schools Kapa Haka Nationals in Whangarei - tomorrow the winners of the competition will be announced. In the meantime, here's Rapaera Tawhai's report featuring some of the groups that performed earlier this morning. From their first appearance on the national stage, From their first appearance on the national stage, Te Piringa has risen to the top. They were former champs four years ago. They came third in the 2010 competitions. We're exhausted, we went hard, yes, it was awesome. So the question is, how does a group reach the top spot? I'm not sure, you just have to go hard and practice. One of our sayings is 'perfect practice makes perfect'. You have to be humble too. From Manawatu-Horowhenua we head to Wellington, to Te Kura o Porirua. The good thing about this is that we done it. We repped it for the Wellington region. Returning to the hosting region, we have Te Rangianiwaniwa. Returning to the hosting region, we have Te Rangianiwaniwa. Our team achieved our performance goals out there. These are the young men from the Hastings Boy's High School group, Te Manu Huia. The competition has reached a new level and tomorrow we'll see who comes out top. Rapaera Tawhai, Te Karere. After the break, there's one more day to the opening ceremony of the London Games, but we're at the opening of the Kiwi House; It's a place where Kiwis can go to during the Olympics in London. The Kiwi House has been opened to serve food and celebrate events and NZ athletes. Irena Smith has more. NZ visitors being welcomed to what will be their second home in London for the duration of the Games. It will be a house for those of us from home who have come over to be a part of it. A place where we can meet and get to know one another. This is also the start of Amster Reedy's job, he's the elder for the NZ Olympics Select Committee. There's a BBQ on offer and NZ Chef Peter Gordon is in charge of the food. Mix that with some quality NZ wine and beer and it should be a very merry place to be. Not forgetting also the sweet sounds of Ngati Ranana to entertain the people. I feel at home here because I hear our songs I feel at home here because I hear our songs The Games will also be shown here and it's hoped that our athletes will arrive with medals in tow, no matter what colour they are. Irena Smith, Te Karere. To the weather now. For weather, see tvnz.co.NZ. That's all we have for today. Turou Hawaiki. Captions were made possible with funding from NZ on Air. Copyright TVNZ Access Services 2012.