Post by Kiwi Frontline on Sept 5, 2019 18:16:31 GMT 12
NEW ZEALAND RUGBY CHALLENGES SPONSORS TO RESPECT 'KA MATE' HAKA
Ahead of the Rugby World Cup later this month, New Zealand Rugby has sent a clear message to its sponsors and partners to treat the haka 'Ka Mate' with respect, and ensure they acknowledge the iwi who created it.
The Haka Ka Mate Attribution Act requires any publication of the haka Ka Mate - for commercial purposes - to acknowledge its composer, the Ngāti Toa chief Te Rauparaha.
The attribution must be clearly visible on the product, unless an agreement is reached with the iwi, but the law doesn't apply overseas.
She said anyone thinking of using 'Ka Mate' should carefully read the legislation, and consult with Ngāti Toa Rangatira, to ensure they upheld the mana of the iwi......
www.rnz.co.nz/news/te-manu-korihi/398151/new-zealand-rugby-challenges-sponsors-to-respect-ka-mate-haka
Ahead of the Rugby World Cup later this month, New Zealand Rugby has sent a clear message to its sponsors and partners to treat the haka 'Ka Mate' with respect, and ensure they acknowledge the iwi who created it.
The Haka Ka Mate Attribution Act requires any publication of the haka Ka Mate - for commercial purposes - to acknowledge its composer, the Ngāti Toa chief Te Rauparaha.
The attribution must be clearly visible on the product, unless an agreement is reached with the iwi, but the law doesn't apply overseas.
She said anyone thinking of using 'Ka Mate' should carefully read the legislation, and consult with Ngāti Toa Rangatira, to ensure they upheld the mana of the iwi......
www.rnz.co.nz/news/te-manu-korihi/398151/new-zealand-rugby-challenges-sponsors-to-respect-ka-mate-haka