Whakaata Māori

Three generations of wāhine Māori gardeners from the Māipi whānau, each bring a different life story, a different approach, but all travel on the same waka. (R)

We are welcomed by Tiki’s family, who fill us in on his his background and his passion for hunting starting with pest control in Rotoiti. (R)

Shannon Neho and Josh Timms hit the Bay of Islands to catch Snapper, while Hemi heads to Kaikōura in search of a trophy deer. (R)

NEW: From wild hog hunting to silver carp fishing, adventure-loving culinary explorer Via Vang is ready to chase, kill, cook, and eat all the crazy creatures that have overstayed their welcome

Music video series with curated NZ and Reo Māori music. Includes old music videos updated with graphic factoids. (R)

Riana Te Ngahue, a lawyer and social media influencer, helps to break down some of the misconceptions and complicated aspects of the dirty politics in Aotearoa. (R)

Whakaata Māori specialises in the stories of Aotearoa. Be entertained and informed with news, current affairs, sports, drama, documentaries and much more.

Kori Club is a captivating series for 0-8-year-olds that marries the charm of "The Wiggles" with the magic of Te Ao Māori. (R)

Niua and Hura travel to Te Hokianga-nui-ā-Kupe to uncover the story behind the taniwhā ‘Ārai Te Uru & Niua’ who guard the mouth of Hokianga harbour. (R)

Takaro Tribe is an animated series for 0-6 years olds. Series 4 focuses on the environment and the Takaro Tribe become baby eco warriors, carrying magical backpacks. (R)

NEW: Reversioned into Māori language is the animated Tamariki series Kiri & Lou. It follows the adventures of two friends living in pre-historic Aotearoa NZ.

NEW: Reversioned into Māori language is the animated Tamariki series Kiri & Lou. It follows the adventures of two friends living in pre-historic Aotearoa NZ.

With danger averted, Josh plays along with Kura, Rangi and Toro and decides to help them look for the stolen godstick. (R)

Pig wrangling, horse catching - the boys have their hands full. After a successful mission, they reward their trusty steeds with some grooming love. (R)

Children from kura across the country showcase their haka skills. (R)

Amazing content curated for rangatahi, whānau and pakeke. Made by the Mataora team. (R)

Te Reo Māori entertainment programme for Kura and Kura Kaupapa tamariki / taiohi. (R)

Pānia Papa uses games, music and activities to teach Māori. (R)

Professor John Moorfield's Māori language course supported by an interactive website. (R)

Highlights from the Haka Regionals 2024. (R)

Highlights from the Haka Regionals 2024. (R)

Join skilled hunter-gatherer, Peter Peeti, for another exciting hunting season. Pete is with Wiremu Grace searching for wild pigs and deer at Otapawa Station, Manawatu. (R)

Whaikōrero masters and practioners examine formal oral traditions from Te Tairāwhiti, and scrutinise the evolution of this art form in a contemporary world. (R)

Ten iwi around the motu explore and celebrate karanga in contemporary Aotearoa. (R)

Pānia Papa presents Māori language lessons for intermediate-level learners. (R)

Pānia Papa presents Māori language lessons for intermediate-level learners. (R)

Māori wordplay and wit in action as two teams go head-to-head on a given topic. (R)

Mauri Reo, Mauri Ora is a series of programme content that focus on entertaining and educating Wharekura. (R)

Children from kura across the country showcase their haka skills. (R)

Children from kura across the country showcase their haka skills. (R)

Mauri Reo, Mauri Ora is a series of programme content that focus on entertaining and education Kōhungahunga and Kura Tuatahi audiences. (R)

NEW: Featuring Te Kahu Pōkere - Selwyn College, Whakaata Māori presents performances from the Māori Stage of ASB Polyfest 2025, as the festival marks 50 years of rangatahi excellence.

NEW: Ko nga putanga reo maori o nga pakiwaituihi e rua, o Avatar.

Mauri Reo, Mauri Ora is a series of programme content that focus on entertaining and education Kōhungahunga and Kura Tuatahi audiences. (R)

Mauri Reo, Mauri Ora is a series of programme content that focus on entertaining and education Kōhungahunga and Kura Tuatahi audiences. (R)

Mauri Reo, Mauri Ora is a series of programme content that focus on entertaining and education Kōhungahunga and Kura Tuatahi audiences. (R)

We discover the captivating life of visionary artist Dr Maureen Lander who continues to share traditional Māori reviving practices through her art and stories. (R)

A whole new group of Maori artists take on the challenge to create their own waiata, and become the next maori songbird. (R)

Join the dynamic trio Chey Milne, Tawaroa Kawana and Kaaterama Pou as they celebrate music through a distinctly Māori lens. Dive into the spoken word poetry world with Stevie Davis-Tana. (R)

Highlights from the Haka Regionals 2024. (R)

Drew visits the Hoodoos of Alberta, meets a Sleeping Giant in Thunder Bay, heads to the haunted Manitou Islands, and witnesses huge “Thunderbird Eggs” on Lake Huron. (R)

Bumper Cars, Big Snappers, and Sore Losers – Wasi Thomas, Rahera Hoterene, and Nikora Wharerau go head-to-head. On the water, someone lands a 20lb snapper. Wasi, and Chris face off in a game of tabl

A digital series dedicated to educating rangatahi about sexual health. Hosted by actress Kamaia Takuira-Mita, entertainer Pere Wihongi and musician Rei alongside expert guests. (R)

Lifelong activist and climate change expert Mike Smith, shares his journey into his journey and insights into the future of our climate in Aotearoa (R)

Music video series with curated NZ and Reo Māori music. Includes old music videos updated with graphic factoids. (R)

Whakaata Māori specialises in the stories of Aotearoa. Be entertained and informed with news, current affairs, sports, drama, documentaries and much more.

Kori Club is a captivating series for 0-8-year-olds that marries the charm of "The Wiggles" with the magic of Te Ao Māori. (R)

Niua and Hura travel to Te Rotorua-nui-a-Kahumatamomoe to uncover the story behind the original name of Mokoia island, ‘Te Motu Tapu a Tinirau’. (R)

Takaro Tribe is an animated series for 0-6 years olds. Series 4 focuses on the environment and the Takaro Tribe become baby eco warriors, carrying magical backpacks. (R)

An animated series for youngsters who love to figure out how things work. (R)

Tired of this weird game, Josh decides it's time to go home but is soon running for his life from creatures emerging from a strange bone-lined fort. (R)

Two clever cousins, Atareta and Te Haakura, share their world with their followers. (R)

Deep in the bush, the whanau clears tracks for hunters with karakia and teamwork. A delicious reward of milo and pihikete awaits. (R)

Children from kura across the country showcase their haka skills. (R)

Māori weaponry is an art with two sides, Rongo and Tū. Tune in as Hinewai and Hine Te Kura learn from Wiremu Tai Tin how to source their own rākau and master the art of wielding their weapon. (R)

Ko nga putanga reo maori o nga pakiwaituihi e rua, o Avatar. (R)

Pānia Papa uses games, music and activities to teach Māori. (R)

Professor John Moorfield's Māori language course supported by an interactive website. (R)

Join the dynamic trio Chey Milne, Tawaroa Kawana and Jordyn With A Why as they celebrate music through a distinctly Māori lens. Pere Wihongi discusses the many facets of kapa haka. (R)

Hilarious 'debating' competition showcasing Māori humour and wit entirely in the Māori language. (R)

Master carver James Rickard takes us deeper into his gift, the people and life experiences that shaped him revealing the man behind the craft and one of our most prestigious carvers. (R)

Tipene, Wasi & Thomas go horseback riding. Deep in the heart of Tūhoe country, Ruatoki serves up rotten corn and mini golf takes a turn. (R)

Will Hinewai and Hine Te Kura catch a fish today to end the day on a high, or will they return home empty-handed? Tune in to see as the manuhiri of the day, Te Aorere teaches them new fishing terms. (

Who would have thought fermented foods could be so good for your health? Watch as Hinewai and Hine Te Kura learn the secrets from the one and only Koro Rapaera Black in Te Whārua o Ruatoki! (R)

Māori weaponry is an art with two sides, Rongo and Tū. Tune in as Hinewai and Hine Te Kura learn from Wiremu Tai Tin how to source their own rākau and master the art of wielding their weapon. (R)

On his birthday, Pāpā Hāne drives the whānau to Cape Reinga, where the tamariki lead out the Toitū te Tiriti march. (R)

‘Communication is the most important part of living as a community’ – how the whānau remain on the same page with so many members and kaupapa. They wānanga with Pāpā Rereata Makiha, where we

As important as the waka, are the kaihoe who will man it. We follow them as they prepare for this momentous occasion, starting with land training, involving learning haka, ngeri, and technique. (R)

Wāhine play a critical role in whānau, hapū, and iwi as whare tangata (procreators) and whare matauranga (repositories of knowledge) - but what role do they have in waka taua? (R)

Drew reveals how gender and sexuality has been viewed differently by native people. He takes part in a drag show, meets two queer street performers, and visits a political force for trans-rights. (R)

Highlights from the Haka Regionals 2024. (R)

Professor John Moorfield's Māori language course supported by an interactive website. (R)

Takaro Tribe is an animated series for 0-6 year olds. We follow our cute characters as they enter the magical Alphabet Forest where our talking Papa Rakau, Pond Koka, Pu and Waea Wao live. (R)

Takaro Tribe is an animated series for 0-6 year olds. We follow our cute characters as they enter the magical Alphabet Forest where our talking Papa Rakau, Pond Koka, Pu and Waea Wao live. (R)

Te Reo Māori entertainment programme for Kura and Kura Kaupapa tamariki / taiohi. (R)

Highlights of the most prestigious Māori kapa haka event on the school calendar. (R)

Highlights of the most prestigious Māori kapa haka event on the school calendar. (R)

Young Māori battle it out in the revolutionary Māori martial arts competition based upon mau rākau. Ngā Niho Tipua o Kahukura vs Ngā Reiputa o Kahukura. (R)

What is wairua? Answered from a Māori perspective. Explanations about the wairua of human beings and the wairua contained in all living things everywhere. (R)

Waka Huia is an iconic archival series recording the unique stories and histories of Maori for all New Zealanders. (R)

Kahu doesn’t care that no-one else shares his obsession for fitness and ‘gettin’ dem gains’. He’s so focussed on his goal, he can’t see what’s going on right under his nose and that suit

NEW: Featuring Te Kapa Haka o Ngā Pua o Te Kōwhara, Whakaata Māori presents Te Matatini o Te Kāhui Maunga - the ultimate celebration of haka excellence. Experience the passion, precision, and powe

Short and sharp comedy skits from a Maori perspective. Featuring Ghost Watchers and The Judge Who Doesn't Judge. (R)

NEW: Tama and George hit the road for the annual Tūrangawaewae regatta. Tama creates a spectacle of his own when he turns up with a mystery girlfriend.

Family, Right? Pressure from Kaea’s family begins to build while Ngāti Kiokio mourns a loved one. (R)

A digital series dedicated to educating rangatahi about sexual health. Hosted by actress Kamaia Takuira-Mita, entertainer Pere Wihongi and musician Rei alongside expert guests (R)

Trinity was 16 when she was murdered. Her mother Margaret shares Trinity’s story with the hope of helping others. (R)

Whakaata Māori specialises in the stories of Aotearoa. Be entertained and informed with news, current affairs, sports, drama, documentaries and much more.

Kori Club is a captivating series for 0-8-year-olds that marries the charm of "The Wiggles" with the magic of Te Ao Māori. (R)

Niua and Hura travel to Tāmaki Makaurau to uncover the story behind the cliffs on west coast of Auckland. (R)

Takaro Tribe is an animated series for 0-6 years olds. Series 4 focuses on the environment and the Takaro Tribe become baby eco warriors, carrying magical backpacks. (R)

An animated series for youngsters who love to figure out how things work. (R)

After escaping the slimy, scale-covered ponaturi, Josh, Kazumi, Rangi, Kura, and Toro decide to search the creatures' village for the godstick. (R)

With the bush track clear, the whanau returns to brush their trusty steeds. (R)

Children from kura across the country showcase their haka skills. (R)

Follow reigning champions, Te Wharekura o Hoani Waititi Marae, as they compete against other kura tuarua at Ngā Kapa Haka Kura Tuarua o Aotearoa 2024 in Whakatū. (R)

Join Te Haakura and Atareta on the adventure of creating their own kapa haka group. Final preparations are underway, however there are issues with the sound. Will they make the stage or not? (R)

APTN’s Digital Drum Studio Sessions provide an up-close and personal look at some of today’s hottest Indigenous artists and the process they use to create their music. (R)

APTN’s Digital Drum Studio Sessions provide an up-close and personal look at some of today’s hottest Indigenous artists and the process they use to create their music. (R)

Family game show where the audience are the stars. Presented by Luke Bird with co-host Marcia Hopa. (R)

Highlights from the Haka Regionals 2024. (R)

Highlights from the Haka Regionals 2024. (R)

Hilarious 'debating' competition showcasing Māori humour and wit entirely in the Māori language. (R)

Hilarious 'debating' competition showcasing Māori humour and wit entirely in the Māori language. (R)

Short and sharp comedy skits from a Maori perspective. Featuring Kapa Haka Mums and Picnic. (R)

Just like Wai's pants, there is a split in the ranks and the crew have taken sides. (R)

Waka Huia is an iconic archival series recording the unique stories and histories of Maori for all New Zealanders. (R)

Māori wordplay and wit in action as two teams go head-to-head on a given topic. (R)

Playing hand games, Te NGz are in competition mode when a blanket thrown into the rubbish catches their eye. What a waste!!! They can’t throw this away! How can they make sure the blanket doesn’t

Moemiti has a trip to Hawai’i coming up, sitting at her table she empties her money out of her piggy bank. She has to do a lot more to save up enough pūtea to get to Hawai’i. What can jobs can sh

Semi-finals see Te Kōhanga o Tokomaru play against Te Tapuaekura o Hatupatu and Puurekireki Marae against Wairere Touch Club. (R)

Haka fans compete against haka experts using their knowledge on everything kapa haka. (R)

Tamariki learn well-known waiata and haka from Ngā Puna o Waiorea, Te Wharekura o Hoani Waititi Marae and Te Wharekura o Rākaumangamanga. (R)

Relive the best of this year's Te Mana Kuratahi regional kapa haka competition held in Tauranga.

Mauri Reo, Mauri Ora is a series of programme content that focus on entertaining and education Kōhungahunga and Kura Tuatahi audiences. (R)

Mauri Reo, Mauri Ora is a series of programme content that focus on entertaining and education Kōhungahunga and Kura Tuatahi audiences. (R)

Mauri Reo, Mauri Ora is a series of programme content that focus on entertaining and education Kōhungahunga and Kura Tuatahi audiences. (R)

Featuring Ngā Purapura o Te Taihauāuru, Whakaata Māori presents Te Matatini o Te Kāhui Maunga - the ultimate celebration of haka excellence. Experience the passion, precision, and power of Aotearo

Celebrity episode has our famous faces Nepia Takuira-Mita and Aniwa Whaiapu Kolomatangi of Ahikāroa facing off against Tiahuia. (R)

Kahu and Piri Wiri Tua trek into Haast to learn survival skills from isolated legend "Beansprout" Robert Long, before heading to Wai Kaha Jade, where Kahu carves a gifted stone with carver Arepa Tata.

A boy discovers a talent for making paper planes and competes in the world championships. (R)

An amateur historian defies the stodgy academic establishment in her efforts to find King Richard III's remains, which were lost for over 500 years. (R)

Whakaata Māori specialises in the stories of Aotearoa. Be entertained and informed with news, current affairs, sports, drama, documentaries and much more.

Kori Club is a captivating series for 0-8-year-olds that marries the charm of "The Wiggles" with the magic of Te Ao Māori. (R)

An aorangi windier than Wellington, join Kamaka as he explores the depths of space to learn more about Tangaroa. (R)

NEW: Binnabånnas and their friend Ujjujju are two taking Sami culture puppets, who explore what it means to be a three-year-old.

An animated series for youngsters who love to figure out how things work. (R)

When an old ponaturi warrior outsmarts the group and escapes, Rangi blames herself and dives into the dangerous waters to follow it to its underwater lair. (R)

A fun sing-along Māori performing arts series for children. (R)

Marama has a new crush. The tamariki are offered a once in a lifetime opportunity. Tai and Amaia become distant. (R)

Tamariki series offering an immersive journey into the heart of the rich landscapes of Aotearoa and Māori history. Using drone technology, viewers will explore diverse landscapes and traditions. (R)

Te Reo Māori entertainment programme for Kura and Kura Kaupapa tamariki / taiohi. (R)

Highlights of the most prestigious Māori kapa haka event on the school calendar. (R)

Highlights of the most prestigious Māori kapa haka event on the school calendar. (R)

A boy discovers a talent for making paper planes and competes in the world championships. (R)

A showcase of Australia’s most diverse and stunning landscapes, shot from the air and inspired by the word Bamay, which means land in the Bundjalung language from northern New South Wales. (R)

Tui helps a young farrier out with Max the stallion who front foots and double barrel kicks. Up the East Coast, Tui shares some tips and tricks. (R)

The 2025 Super 8 1st XV and other sports on Whakaata Māori YouTube – MAORI ACTIVE. (R)

When an insecure teenage boy gets hit in the balls for the first time while playing cricket, he lies about the pain to appear strong in front of his friends. (R)

All Black hero Piri Weepu combines his love for Rugby with his skill at diving and hunting around Aotearoa meeting up with locals. (R)

Kahu and Piri Wiri Tua trek into Haast to learn survival skills from isolated legend "Beansprout" Robert Long, before heading to Wai Kaha Jade, where Kahu carves a gifted stone with carver Arepa Tata.

Takaro Tribe is an animated series for 0-6 years olds. Series 4 focuses on the environment and the Takaro Tribe become baby eco warriors, carrying magical backpacks. (R)

Takaro Tribe is an animated series for 0-6 years olds. Series 4 focuses on the environment and the Takaro Tribe become baby eco warriors, carrying magical backpacks. (R)

Mauri Reo, Mauri Ora is a series of programme content that focus on entertaining and educating Kura Tuatahi. (R)

NEW: Focuses on the revitalisation of the Māori language by following the journey of those who have risen to the challenge of learning Te Reo Māori as a second language. (R)

Whirimako Black pioneered te reo Māori music in a time where it was not widely accepted by the industry. She shares highs and lows of that journey with Kereama Wright. (R)

Tamati Waaka is one of the most decorated kapa haka exponents of the modern era. He shares the roots of his wit and linguistic prowess on and off the stage with Kereama Wright. (R)

Mauri Reo, Mauri Ora is a series of programme content that focus on entertaining and education Kōhungahunga and Kura Tuatahi audiences. (R)

Mauri Reo, Mauri Ora is a series of programme content that focus on entertaining and education Kōhungahunga and Kura Tuatahi audiences. (R)

Mauri Reo, Mauri Ora is a series of programme content that focus on entertaining and education Kōhungahunga and Kura Tuatahi audiences. (R)

Fluent reo Māori speakers are in the hot seat to answer the tough questions. (R)

Mauri Reo, Mauri Ora is a series of programme content that focus on entertaining and education Kōhungahunga and Kura Tuatahi audiences. (R)

Mauri Reo, Mauri Ora is a series of programme content that focus on entertaining and education Kōhungahunga and Kura Tuatahi audiences. (R)

Mauri Reo, Mauri Ora is a series of programme content that focus on entertaining and education Kōhungahunga and Kura Tuatahi audiences. (R)

Macsen has severe life-threatening allergies so is not able to go to preschool. Stay-at-home dad, Mitch, is worried he is missing out on key milestones by not being in daycare, but is he? (R)

A thrilling drama from Margaret Mahy. The island of Kaitangata is twitching, it's waking up! Only 13 year old Meredith can stop it. Can she discover what it wants before it is too late? (R)

NEW: Red Earth Uncovered is a half-hour youth documentary series where a host investigates Aboriginal linkages and relevance to both archaeological discoveries and ancient myths and legends.

Not many people know that every house is inhabited by finns. They are furry creatures that appear in human world to take care of a house and keep the hearth. Finnick is a young Finn, who doesn’t see

Released from prison under the CIA’s deal, Rambo returns to Vietnam to verify POW presences—but disregards orders and launches a solo assault to free captive soldiers. (R)

Whakaata Māori specialises in the stories of Aotearoa. Be entertained and informed with news, current affairs, sports, drama, documentaries and much more.