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-----Original Message-----

From: David Palmer <[3][FOI #25137 email]>

Sent: Tuesday, 12 December 2023 11:59 AM

To: RNZ <[4][email address]>

Subject: [EXTERNAL] - Official Information request - Reduced usage of te
reo Māori in broadcasts since the 2023 election

 

Te Reo Irirangi o Aotearoa

 

Tēnā koutou,

 

I would like to ask the following questions about RNZ's policies regarding
the usage of te reo Māori.

 

1. What, if any, direction has been provided to RNZ by the current
government regarding the usage of te reo Māori in broadcasts or news
articles?

None

2. Have there been any changes to policy regarding the use of te reo Māori
in broadcasts or news articles at RNZ?

No

3. Have RNZ newscasters been given any formal or informal directives on
their use of te reo Māori in broadcasts?

No

4. Please provide any internal communication or documents regarding the
use of te reo Māori in broadcasts or news articles.

Please see attached

My questions relate to any communication or documents from the beginning
of the regulated 3-month election period (ie since July 14, 2023) to when
you answer.

 

Ngā mihi maioha,

 

David Palmer

 

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