Whakaata Māori

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

Short and sharp comedy skits from a Maori perspective. Featuring Maori Mastercookers, Sitcom, Rebranding The Gang and Kaumatua Workshops. (R)

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

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

In a game of hide and seek, Moemiti, hidden underneath the plum tree, watches Ngātai trying to find her. When a plum falls on Ngātai's head making Moemiti laugh! Ngatai finds her sis, and an abundan

Just another day on the pāmu, Te NGz are out on the back porch playing a game, when Benji comes running through leaving his muddy footprints behind him. The girls know if they don't wash him, Pāpā

Fighting for a spot in the semi-finals, Rānui Primary take on Wairere Touch Club and Puurekireki Marae play against Kahotea Marae. (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 Te Kapa Haka o Ngā hau e Whā ki Murihiku, Whakaata Māori presents Te Matatini o Te Kāhui Maunga - the ultimate celebration of haka excellence. Experience the passion, precision, and powe

Join us tonight as we witness haka expert Tiahuia face off against returning haka enthusiasts Uenuku and Ash. (R)

Kahu embarks on a journey to Otago and Ōtapiri, where he connects with Tumai Cassidy, and visits Miguel Fernandez, a visionary reviving ancient practices and building sustainable futures. (R)

Charlie, a street-smart orphan, is whisked to the ancient kingdom of Sanxingdui where he meets five masked superheroes and a villainous warlord. He’s invited to join them — but may use the power o

Living in London, emerging artist Len Blake explores the heartbreak of distance, the need to hold on to cultural connection, and the longing for home, in a captivating new waiata 'Te Piringa'. (R)

A manager of an orphanage in Kolkata travels to New York to meet a benefactor. (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)

With it's beautiful rings visible from Te Ao, Paraeārau is the known as the jewel of the Solar System. Join Aroha as she learns more about this beautiful aorangi. (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)

After a deep sleep, Kura and Josh wake up to find Rangi gone. Fearing the worst, they begin to search for clues. (R)

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

Tai and her superhuman whānau run their local vege shop from their kūmara farm. Tai tries to figure out why the tupu are still dying. (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)

Charlie, a street-smart orphan, is whisked to the ancient kingdom of Sanxingdui where he meets five masked superheroes and a villainous warlord. He’s invited to join them — but may use the power o

NEW: 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.

Tui heads to Gisborne today to catch up with Rozzi who has called about her horse Zana who has a rearing problem. (R)

LIVE: The 2026 Māori Basketball Nationals are being livestreamed from multiple gyms in Rotorua. Where whakapapa meets poitūkohu. 1 week, 28 iwi, hundreds of teams. U8-U20, Tāne, Wahine, Kōeke & Wh

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)

Regina is struggling to get care support for her son Te Kaha, who has MECP2 Duplication Syndrome. How can Regina recharge herself when she gets overwhelmed? (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.

A swift raised by seagulls struggles with identity and finds courage to save his family. (R)

Vietnam vet John Rambo drifts into a rural Washington town, triggering hostile treatment by the sheriff. Conflict escalates, forcing Rambo into a survivalist guerrilla battle in the woods while evadin

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)

The coldest of the aorangi in our Solar System, Kamaka explores more chilly facts about Rangipō. (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)

While Kura, Josh and Kazumi follow a trail of maero footprints, Rangi is playing games with rangatira o patupaiarehe on top of the misty maunga. (R)

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

It's the school holidays. While Pāora Patero and Grace are still plotting, Nan has a fun surprise for the tamariki. (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)

The daily adventures of 10-year-old Alaska native Molly Mabray, her family, her dog Suki and her friends Tooey and Trini. (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 swift raised by seagulls struggles with identity and finds courage to save his family. (R)

Iconic archival series documenting the unique stories and histories of Māori. (R)

Iconic archival series documenting the unique stories and histories of Māori. (R)

Tash is a dedicated mum of five who wants to know how best to support her tamariki, particularly her seven-year-old son Jesse who is very active and always on the go. (R)

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

The Nanakia waka heads to Rotorua. (R)

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. (R)

Host Brigid Gallagher and the team visit Eketāhuna Museum, and whip its jumbled exhibits into a clear and concise showcase of the township's amazing history. (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 Rakau and Talking Pond Koka 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 Rakau and Talking Pond Koka live. (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 educating Kura Tuatahi. (R)

Acushla Dee Sciascia is an accomplished Māori researcher currently working in a broad range of areas including; climate change, Māori agribusiness, the Fourth Industrial Revolution, te reo Māori, e

Paulette Tamati-Elliffe has more than 15 years’ experience leading the te reo Māori revitalisation strategy for Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu, Kotahi Mano Kāika. (R)

Siblings Eraia and Lahaina Kiel teach basic skills in poi, haka and other traditional Māori performing arts. (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)

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

Highlights from the Haka Regionals 2024. (R)

Highlights from the Haka Regionals 2024. (R)

The gardens of Parihaka were once huge, feeding the community and beyond. The māra kai is flourishing once more, and food is just one of the gardens fruits. (R)

Chronicles one of the most peaceful and improbable transitions to nationhood in modern history. In 1975, Papua New Guinea, home to over 840 languages and hundreds of distinct tribes, defied prediction

NEW: "Being Turi-Deaf Māori," offers an unprecedented opportunity to shed light on the often-overlooked challenges faced by the Turi-Deaf Māori community. With limited access to their own cultural h

Maxie, Summer and James share a deep bond and love for music. When James receives a devastating diagnosis, the friends throw themselves into a whirlwind of festivals in an attempt to escape reality. (

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 his drone sidekick Hura travel to Te Rotorua-nui-a-Kahumatamomoe to uncover the story behind the sacred spring ‘Te Puna a Tūhoe’ located at the base of Ngongotahā maunga. (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)

With the maero no longer a threat, Kura invites Ruiha to join them on the journey up the maunga to find the godstick and hopefully Rangi too. (R)

Muster mayhem. The whanau heads to the farm, but the sheep aren't cooperating. Koro Noel saves the day, and the boys have a blast with some playful lambs. (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)

Join Te Haakura and Atareta on the adventure of creating their own kapa haka group. Te Nūtube Haka have reached their final rehearsals, will they be performance-ready? (R)

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

The gardens of Parihaka were once huge, feeding the community and beyond. The māra kai is flourishing once more, and food is just one of the gardens fruits. (R)

Featuring Te Rerenga Wāna - Westlake Girls' College, Whakaata Māori presents performances from the Māori Stage of ASB Polyfest 2025, as the festival marks 50 years of rangatahi excellence. (R)

Chronicles one of the most peaceful and improbable transitions to nationhood in modern history. In 1975, Papua New Guinea, home to over 840 languages and hundreds of distinct tribes, defied prediction

The daily adventures of 10-year-old Alaska native Molly Mabray, her family, her dog Suki and her friends Tooey and Trini. (R)

When Prince Alex is cursed into a mouse, Ella, apprentice sorcerer Crystal, and two loyal mice embark on an adventure to find the forest guardian and the magical Life Stone that can restore him. Along

Join Hera Te Kurapa as she cooks up delicious, restaurant quality dishes. (R)

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

Brain Busters puts everyday kids to the test in a variety of challenges that test their smarts, speed and strength. (R)

Wai confides in Mihi. Wai’s mum sends the girls to the creek to check the eel pots. The farmers leave for the feast with a cart packed with freshly baked bread. (R)

The children play by the creek to cool down on a warm day. They enjoy games with the fairy people of the forest. Wai is happy to take their time. Wai hears laughter and goes to check it out. (R)

Huhu is a show for preschoolders, featuring reo Māori stories and highlighting Māori perspectives. (R)

Huhu is a show for preschoolders, featuring reo Māori stories and highlighting Māori perspectives. (R)

NEW: Featuring Te Ohu o Ngā Pou Kahikātea - Mission Heights Junior College, Ormiston College & Ormiston Junior College, Whakaata Māori presents performances from the Māori Stage of ASB Polyfest 20

It's the school holidays. While Pāora Patero and Grace are still plotting, Nan has a fun surprise for the tamariki. (R)

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

Tai and Amaia don't see eye to eye. Nīkau meets a new friend. Grace and Pāora Patero's plan is put into action. (R)

Tai and her superhuman whānau run their local vege shop from their kūmara farm. Tai and Nan are approached by Grace who offers to buy the farm. (R)

Tai and her superhuman whānau run their local vege shop from their kūmara farm. Nan falls sick so Marama and Nīkau return to look after Tai and the farm. (R)

Tai and her superhuman whānau run their local vege shop from their kūmara farm. Tai and Amaia devise a plan to bust Nan out of hospital. (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)

Speech therapist Bridget helps Mungzy to communicate with his whānau, and the parents of a young tāne with takiwātanga (autism) can't wait for the Puna Reo to open. (R)

Highlights from the Haka Regionals 2024. Te Whiri Kōkō o Rangitāne. Full bracket. (R)

Pōhatukura is the name of the Ngarimu whānau homestead in Ruatorea, Te Tai Rawhiti. Five generations of the Ngarimu whānau have lived in this home over the past 100 years. (R)

Exploring the impact of climate change from the perspective of Rangatahi Māori. Sarah looks at how kōrero tukuiho and the world of environmental science has helped her understand climate change. (R)

Using natural materials collected from Papatūānuku and her offspring, Raukura Turei (Ngāi Tai Ki Tāmaki, Ngā Rauru Kītahi, Ngāti Pāoa) demonstrates indigenous ties to whenua, whakapapa

Te Whānau Mānihera, changed their lives when they turned to te ao Māori; finding all the answers to heal their whakapapa. In this ep we ask who’s the best singer; and Whaea Tere lies to her whān

Journalist David Farrier stumbles upon a mysterious tickling competition online. As he delves deeper, he comes up against fierce resistance. (R)

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

Pio Terei is on a journey to discover Māori and Hawaiian indigenous connections through tourism. In this episode we visit, Hawaiian Canoe Adventures, and Waka Abel Tasman. (R)

Iconic archival series documenting the unique stories and histories of Māori. (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 rock formation at Karekare beach called ‘Te Kākāwhakaara.’ (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)

Josh and his dog Kazumi crash back in time to face a fearsome girl and her acrobatic sister. (R)

Sheep docked, lambs chased, fears faced! Now, onto the horses. (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)

Pio Terei is on a journey to discover Māori and Hawaiian indigenous connections through tourism. In this episode we visit Mālama Loko Ea Foundation and Whakarewarewa Living Village. (R)

Highlights from the Haka Regionals 2024. (R)

Exploring the impact of climate change from the perspective of Rangatahi Māori. Sarah looks at how kōrero tukuiho and the world of environmental science has helped her understand climate change. (R)

Part 2 of 3 paints a bigger picture of recovery in Te Tairāwhiti amidst the lingering effects of woody debris. (R)

When Prince Alex is cursed into a mouse, Ella, apprentice sorcerer Crystal, and two loyal mice embark on an adventure to find the forest guardian and the magical Life Stone that can restore him. Along

This hilarious game show hosted by Stacey Morrison will ensure to fill your belly full of laughter, force those happy tears. (R)

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

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

Join the CoComelon family in a world that centres on the everyday experiences of young children through toe-tapping music.

Huhu2 is a fun and light hearted puppet series for tamariki where an inquisitive and chatty book grub reads te reo Maori books with his friend, Pai. Featuring stories from foremost childrens publisher

Join the CoComelon family in a world that centres on the everyday experiences of young children through toe-tapping music.

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

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

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

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

Alfriston reflects on the realities of being Māori in a mainstream school, confronting identity, inclusion, and belonging issues. (R)

A raw and honest performance that speaks to the Māori experience in mainstream spaces - Alfriston makes their mark with strenght and authenticity. (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)

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)

Aro Wairua - Nadine Anne Hura shares her journey travelling through the seasons of grief following the loss of her brother to suicide. (R)

After Cyclone Hale hit Te Tai Rawhiti, local taiao warrior Graeme Atikns put out the call to come and clean up the beach at Tikapa. The clean up happened exactly one week before Cyclone Gabrielle hit.

Combining his love for Rugby with his skill at diving and hunting, All Black Piri Weepu sets out on a tour around Aotearoa meeting up with locals. (R)

Presenter Nore Martin shows when and where to fish according to the Māori lunar calendar. (R)

A great horse adventure across Aotearoa, meeting our amazing horses and riders of Te Ao Māori. (R)

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)