Shane Taurima

Shane Taurima

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Shane Taurima is the chief executive of Whakaata Māori (Māori TV), known for his leadership in promoting Māori culture through media. Recently, he was in the news due to a private event he hosted at the broadcaster's studio, which raised questions about funding and compliance with rental agreements.

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Shane Taurima expressed that his family was devastated by Sarah Schmidt's early release from prison.

Parole Board apology: Texting truckie Sarah Schmidt, who killed Caleb Baker, released before eligible date
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-10-15
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Shane Taurima said Baker’s whānau were 'blindsided' to learn from a reporter last week that Schmidt had been freed.

Truckie Sarah Schmidt, who killed Caleb Baker on Hawke’s Bay Expressway, released from prison after nine months
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-10-12
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Shane Taurima is the chief executive of Whakaata Māori and hosted a private event in the Hawaikirangi studio.

Media Insider: Whakaata Māori (Māori TV) chief executive Shane Taurima, his private studio event - and a deleted hire agreement
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-03-07
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