Customs /Traditions
Explore the customs and traditions of our people including the concepts of tikanga, marae protocol, tangihanga (funerals), hura kohatu (unveilings), mihi (speeches), pepeha (how to introduce yourself in Maori) and an explanation of the definition and role of kaumatua.
Maori Carving
Information on how to read carving, mediums used, kowhaiwhai, information on pounamu and links to other carving sites.
Maori Language
Information on pronunciation, common words and phrases that are used as well as Whakatauki, or proverbs are in this seciton.
You can also work through our Online Maori Course to learn our language or test your reo.
You can also find crosswords, multi choice, answer the questions and quizzes online as well as the links to create these in our Education Resources Section
You can also work through our Online Maori Course to learn our language or test your reo.
You can also find crosswords, multi choice, answer the questions and quizzes online as well as the links to create these in our Education Resources Section
Stories of Old
A collection of stories from around the motu starting from creation then moving onto some of the Maui stories. There is also a section on Land as well as general stories including Rona, Kahukura, Hatupatu and Kurangaituku to name a few.
Maori Performing Arts
Explore the different forms of Kapa Haka - Maori Performing Arts, including poi, haka, and waiata a ringa.
You can also view kapa haka videos from schools to adult groups and various festivals.
You can also view kapa haka videos from schools to adult groups and various festivals.
A pictorial journey into our culture
including manu, weapons, tukutuku, plants, traps and music. Brief explanations about each picture is also provided.
Sections
Other Sections in maori.org.nz
FAQ's
FAQ's pertaining to the Maori World.- language
- koha
- tattooing
- marae protocol
- tangihanga
E Cards
Send Maori Internet Greeting Cards.Maori Links
Large Maori Links Directory that you can add your Maori sites to.The Main Maori Site on the Net
From humble beginnings in 1996 with a two page site, to over 10000 pages today, maori.org.nz is one of the original pioneer sites for things Maori on the internet and we have also survived the test of time!
We try and cover all aspects of Maori culture with our sections that are dedicated to the main aspects of Maori.
There is an active Papa Panui, or Notice board, where you can discuss any questions that you may have, or see what is happening in the Maori World.
Our Calendar has events that are happening in the Maori World - if you know of any you can also add to the calendar.
If you are looking for information for a particular rohe (area) of Aotearoa you can navigate by map
We try and cover all aspects of Maori culture with our sections that are dedicated to the main aspects of Maori.
There is an active Papa Panui, or Notice board, where you can discuss any questions that you may have, or see what is happening in the Maori World.
Our Calendar has events that are happening in the Maori World - if you know of any you can also add to the calendar.
If you are looking for information for a particular rohe (area) of Aotearoa you can navigate by map
10 Latest Papa Panui Posts
Posted By: Kohu-Sofaea on: 17-05-2013 15:07
Kia ora I am a descendant of Te Mete Raukawa and his wife Whare-angiangi who...
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HAZEL, William: Maori in the American Civil War.
Posted By: Terry Foenander on: 17-05-2013 08:46
I have found the details of a New Zealand born soldier in the American Civil ...
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HAZEL, William: Maori in the American Civil War.
Posted By: Terry Foenander on: 17-05-2013 08:44
I have found the details of a New Zealand born soldier in the American Civil ...
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Whakarongouru surname
Posted By: anthonyJoseph on: 14-05-2013 21:36
Im trying to track back on my great great great grandparents - A Rewiri and ...
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HOHAIA, Matekino rai or COOK whanau looking for my Nanz w...
Posted By: maoriboi1 on: 14-05-2013 21:14
Tena koutou whanau, I'm looking for my nanz whakapapa? My nanz name was Mate...
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whanau
Posted By: muffet on: 13-05-2013 21:44
kia ora looking for descendants of kati takiwaru of waikato and matire toha ...
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BATY
Posted By: kymlukeraeks on: 12-05-2013 22:16
I'm looking for a lady who gave birth to a BABY BOY, FEB 9th 1982 in KAWAKAWA...
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BERGHAN, Makareta Turikatuku
Posted By: hohaia2 on: 12-05-2013 11:17
This tupuna whaea seems to be elusive as to whom her parents were. Te Ururoa...
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TAI James Searching for whanau
Posted By: Marcy on: 11-05-2013 01:47
Kia ora looking for anyone that could give me any information about my dad JA...
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old photo found in otahuhu 1950's??
Posted By: Donia on: 10-05-2013 15:10
kia ora... a friend has found an old photo of a maori couple inside her home...
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Maori Images
The Maori Clip Art Gallery is where here you can obtain Clip Art, web art and photos. All images are freely available for download.
Genealogy Club @ maori.org.nz
Information on whakapapa, how to work with whakapapa, resources, indexes, lists of names and links all pertaining to whakapapa - genealogy.
There are also marae, organisations, kapa kaka and personal directories that you can search or add your information to.
There are also marae, organisations, kapa kaka and personal directories that you can search or add your information to.
The Ultimate Challenge!!!
Get into all of the high score lists with perfect scores. You can take each one more than once.
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