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Tikanga

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.

Whakairo

Maori Carving

Information on how to read carving, mediums used, kowhaiwhai, information on pounamu and links to other carving sites.

Ko Te Reo

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

Korero O Nehera

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.

Kapa Haka

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.

Maori Slide Shows

A pictorial journey into our culture

including manu, weapons, tukutuku, plants, traps and music. Brief explanations about each picture is also provided.
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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

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