Whakaata Māori

A film making challenge for rangatahi to tell stories about issues they care about. (R)

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

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

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

Over seven individual short documentaries, iconic musical artists from around Aotearoa translate and record their songs in te reo Māori. (R)

Brigid Gallagher travels NZ to visit a different heritage site each week. Along with her team, Brigid gets the exhibition organised, creating new exhibits and uncovering fascinating stories. (R)

New Zealand's first Tongan swimming champion battles self-doubt and setbacks as she fights for a medal at the Commonwealth Games. (R)

Derek visits Te Ara a Tāwhaki at Te Wānanga o Raukawa and explores the process of collaboration between pākeha architects Tennent Brown and Te Wānanga o Raukawa. (R)

They arrive in India. While Faren settles in, Roihana faces a devastating complication that could end the journey before it begins. (R)

Coasters, Chaos, and the Clash of the Taiaha – It’s all screams, laughs, and white-knuckle grips at Rainbow’s End. Pem Bird, Chris Winitana, and Wasi turn Pictionary into a chaotic masterpiece.

Tōrere Macadamia’s pioneering Vanessa Hayes and her whānau, traverse thirty years of trials, tribulations and triumph to become world leaders in the industry. (R)

The even moe remote Rangihaute or Pitt Island - population 46 - is an entirely different world. (R)

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

Nikora Edwards aka Swizl Jager, defies societal expectations in more ways than one and, through his music, explores the dynamics of not fitting the traditional mould. (R)

Whakaata Māori presents Te Matatini o Te Kāhui Maunga - the ultimate celebration of haka excellence. This is haka at its finest! (R)

Featuring Te Ahikaaroa, Whakaata Māori presents Te Matatini o Te Kāhui Maunga - the ultimate celebration of haka excellence. This is haka at its finest! (R)

This premium 8-part series will explore the diverse ways in which Food and Soil Sovereignty is being realised in Aotearoa by Māori growers and communities around the motu. (R)

The Islands of San Blas are inhabited by the Kuna people, an Indigenous people who live on the rhythm of nature. (R)

Powerful people. Powerful stories. Eight insightful short documentaries from strong New Zealand voices. (R)

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

True story of Olympic wrestlers and their fatal connection to billionaire John du Pont.

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)

Follow Josh and his boisterous dog Kazumi as they unwittingly crash back 700 years in time.

The whanau arrive in Otukou for a pest hunt with a twist! After learning about the harmful impact of feral cats, they shift focus to rabbits, scoring a bullseye with some impressive shooting. (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. Final preparations are underway, however there are issues with the sound. Will they make the stage or not? (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)

This premium 8-part series will explore the diverse ways in which Food and Soil Sovereignty is being realised in Aotearoa by Māori growers and communities around the motu. (R)

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

The Islands of San Blas are inhabited by the Kuna people, an Indigenous people who live on the rhythm of nature. (R)

Powerful people. Powerful stories. Eight insightful short documentaries from strong New Zealand voices. (R)

True story of Olympic wrestlers and their fatal connection to billionaire John du Pont.

Che Fu's song, Fade Away, written to honour a friendship, becomes a waiata of remembrance, 20 years since its release. (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)

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 one of most well-known fortified Pā of Ngāpuhi. (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)

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)

Featuring Te Whānau o Te Rautoetoe - Papatoetoe High School, Whakaata Māori presents performances from the Māori Stage of ASB Polyfest 2025, as the festival marks 50 years of rangatahi excellence.

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

Young Māori battle it out in the revolutionary Māori martial arts competition based upon mau rākau. Ngā Hua o Tū vs Ngā Toa Matarau. (R)

Shiray has found a new career and Stacey makes a big switch following the Sevens gold medal in Paris. (R)

A podcast series that will explore the compelling world of kapa haka through the eyes and experiences of those most passionate about this taonga. Featuring Tiare Teinakore.

A passionate video gamer leads his team on a turbulent battle to be the first New Zealanders to compete in Esports in the Commonwealth Games. (R)

Tōrere Macadamia’s pioneering Vanessa Hayes and her whānau, traverse thirty years of trials, tribulations and triumph to become world leaders in the industry. (R)

Kahu casts his net for whitebait, fishes for tuna with an old family friend, and joins Hui-Ā-Iwi in Kaikōura, celebrating Ngāi Tahu identity and connection. (R)

Giants is an original scripted drama series about three friends determined to live life on their own terms, no matter the cost. They quickly learn that when life starts to kick your ass, you either lay down, or fight back.

The story of three young Chinese girls training to become Kung Fu fighters, far away from their families, at the largest Kung Fu school in China. (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 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)

NEW: Follow Josh and his boisterous dog Kazumi as they unwittingly crash back 700 years in time.

The whanau are off to fetch water with Moeariki learning a valuable knot-tying skill along the way. A karakia honors the awa before the water pumps, and a haka marks the end of a job well done. (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, Anelekai Adventures, and Dive Tatapouri. (R)

Featuring Te Kapa Haka o Te Kōtuku from Rutherford College, Whakaata Māori presents performances from the Māori Stage of ASB Polyfest 2025, as the festival marks 50 years of rangatahi excellence. (

Henare Kaa of Ōtautahi based band Dillastrate along with producer Tiki Taane lead us through a stirring exploration of identity, heritage, and resilience. (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)

As the OCD cleaner of the whare, Whaea Hinemoa isn't happy with the whānau. Māmā Jaz tells how she pronounced te reo Māori, when she attended kura. A glimpse into the life the whānau once lived.

It's a battle on the court with Ngāti Mangopare sending their best ballers to represent the marae. (R)

The story of three young Chinese girls training to become Kung Fu fighters, far away from their families, at the largest Kung Fu school in China. (R)

For Fly My Pretties' lead singer Barnaby Weir, translating his song 'Family Tree' becomes a vessel to process the grief of a severe connection to his mother's Māori whakapapa. (R)

The New Zealand Wars were a series of armed conflicts. At the heart of the conflict lay a volatile combination of issues - sovereignty, tino rangatiratanga, and for the settler government an unwilling

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

"Ako Roshi" is a group of 47 former retainers of Lord Asano. Lord Asano was forced to commit suicide after attempting to kill Lord Kira. Once the retainers hear about their Lord's death, they sacrifice their lives to regain the honor of their former master.

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)

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)

As they explore Te Aho Matua, we step inside one of Tāmaki Makaurau's Te Kura Kaupapa Māori o Te Kōtuku. Their story touches on the realities rangatahi Māori face today. (R)

Te Kura Kaupapa Māori o Te Kōtuku (performance) (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)

Join presenter and Tikitiki local Cushla Tangaere and the community as they show us why their RSA is special and what it means to them. We follow the community as they prepare for ANZAC day. (R)

As a wahine Māori in the music industry, Raquel Abolins-Reid (Ngāti Porou) aka Riiki Reid has a desire to have her taha Māori represented as an integral part of her identity as an artist. (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)

A lifestyle series that follows hard-case Māori anglers, Matene, Dazza and Jeff Cleave, as they fish for knowledge and food for the table. (R)

Giants is an original scripted drama series about three friends determined to live life on their own terms, no matter the cost. They quickly learn that when life starts to kick your ass, you either lay down, or fight back.

Levi Makoare loves his Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei community, the taiao, the bush, bees, gardening, and the lessons gardening has given him raising his own whānau. (R)

Hunting Aotearoa joins up with shepherd Billy and his whānau Collins on the hunt for Tia and Poaka on the open mountain ranges of Wharanui. (R)

Principal Hare Rua catches up with Nore to teach him how to catch his first kingi, while Harry Clarke goes after a monster stag. (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

Powerful people. Powerful stories. Eight insightful short documentaries from strong New Zealand voices. (R)

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

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)

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: Animated tamariki series Kiri & Lou follows the adventures of two friends living in pre-historic Aotearoa NZ.

NEW: Animated tamariki series Kiri & Lou follows the adventures of two friends living in pre-historic Aotearoa NZ.

NEW: Follow Josh and his boisterous dog Kazumi as they unwittingly crash back 700 years in time.

Kennels get a makeover. The whanau leaves the awa to sweep, hose, and clean the dog boxes. (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)

Join host Kahurangi Maxwell on Whānau Bake Off for exquisite kai and friendly whānau competition. Talented bakers share recipes and time-saving baking tips but who will win the whānau bragging rights?

Featuring Te Kapa Haka o Ōpōtiki Mai Tawhiti, Whakaata Māori presents Te Matatini o Te Kāhui Maunga - the ultimate celebration of haka excellence. This is haka at its finest! (R)

Featuring Hikurangi, Whakaata Māori presents Te Matatini o Te Kāhui Maunga - the ultimate celebration of haka excellence. This is haka at its finest! (R)

Join skilled hunter-gatherer, Peter Peeti, for another exciting hunting season. Pete is hunting for wild pork and wild goat along the banks of Lake Rotoiti and the Kaituna River. (R)

The origin and history of whaikōrero featuring Pou Temara, Erima Henare, Anaru Martin and Paraone Gloyne, where they look at how to deliver a whaikōrero. (R)

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)

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

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)

Kura is furious that they have lost the godstick again and tries her best to stop her sister and Josh from making a deal with Hikuroa. (R)

NEW: Featuring Te Kura o Ngā Taiohine - Diocesan School For Girls, Whakaata Māori presents performances from the Māori Stage of ASB Polyfest 2025, as the festival marks 50 years of rangatahi excell

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

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

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

Māngere's story is one of resilience, representing their vibrant community and the strength of whānau. This story is also a tribute to Whāea Frida, whose memory anchors their performance. (R)

A high-energy showcase of Māngere pride, grounded in te re, tikanga, and an emotional tribute to the memory of Whāea Frida. (R)

Join the dynamic trio Chey Milne, Tawaroa Kawana and Kaaterama Pou as they celebrate music through a distinctly Māori lens. Kaaterama shares her soulful influences and her mātāpono. (R)

NEW: Aaron returns home to his old stomping ground, the Northern Peninsula Area at the tip of Cape York.

Drew heads to a Mohawk First Nation on Lake Ontario that hosts one of the largest Tattoo Gatherings in Canada. There he meets dozens of native artists making their cultural marks. Then he goes on trad

From Cards to Cowboys – Competition heats up at the Euchre table. Waihoroi, Tīpene, and Thomas try their hand at lassoing. Things get weird in a strange objects guessing game. Waihoroi, Tīpene, an

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)

Whanganui-born Chef Peter Gordon is known for pioneering fusion cuisine. He passionately connects food and our communities. He shares his vision for the future of food 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)

NEW: Follow Josh and his boisterous dog Kazumi as they unwittingly crash back 700 years in time.

Axe in hand, the boys gather firewood for a tasty springtime treat. (R)

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

More trees mean more oxygen! Makoha Nightingale-Pene has challenged Hinewai and Hine Te Kura to plant 60 native trees. Will they rise to the challenge? Watch to find out! (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. Reti Hedley, member of the band IA, shares his creative talents. (R)

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

The story of Dancer and Choreographer Taiaroa Royal takes us deeper into his world, his connection with the land and how that informs his creative vision. (R)

Drinks, Deep Tissue, and Dirty Tricks – Wasi and John test out new massage chairs. In Ruatoki, the crew drop some old-school sayings you won’t hear anywhere else. Back in Rotorua, Wasi, John, and

Our forests are full of pests, and it's time to take action! Join Hinewai and Hine Te Kura as they team up with Makoha Nightingale-Pene to set rat traps in Maungakawa. (R)

Maramataka Māori has heavily influenced te ao Māori since the beginning of time. Follow Hinewai and Hine Te Kura as they learn from Heeni Hoterene about living according to the maramataka Māori. (R

More trees mean more oxygen! Makoha Nightingale-Pene has challenged Hinewai and Hine Te Kura to plant 60 native trees. Will they rise to the challenge? Watch to find out! (R)

From his home in O’ahu, Hawai’i, Hone Bailey (Ngāti Tūwharetoa), demonstrates the process of weaving Māori tukutuku panels. (R)

A video podcast series that provides a unique insight into the world of moko and the life of a kai tā. Artists from Tuatahi Creatives talk about the challenges of being moko artists in the south. (R)

NEW: Drew heads to a Mohawk First Nation on Lake Ontario that hosts one of the largest Tattoo Gatherings in Canada. There he meets dozens of native artists making their cultural marks. Then he goes on

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

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

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)

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

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

Young Māori battle it out in the revolutionary Māori martial arts competition based upon mau rākau. Ngā Toa Matarau vs Te Aka Raukura. (R)

Spiritual Beings - Patupaiarehe. Those who have heard of them, or have had personal experiences, will share their stories of how they overcame the deceptive actions of these beings. (R)

Charlie Rahiri describes himself as a reluctant iwi leader. But he was destined by his kaumātua to lead his iwi, Ngati Ranginui. He’s a direct descendant of Iwi chief Paraone Koikoi who surrendered

Puhi gives Kahu some news but swears him to secrecy, leaving Kahu in a bind. Moke continues his quest to win Mavis’s heart and hand, while Fanny aims to secure a mokopuna from Koakoa. (R)

With Hawaiki Nui Va'a race fast approaching, the team are in Te Tii, but injuries plague the team, and they soon realise just getting to the start line is one of their biggest challenges. (R)

NEW: Featuring Te Kapa Haka o Ruatoki, Whakaata Māori presents Te Matatini o Te Kāhui Maunga - the ultimate celebration of haka excellence. Experience the passion, precision, and power of Aotearoa's

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

NEW: You'd think a chance to score a $47,000 inheritance would get the average maori's A into G. But not Ponsonby based property developer Tama Bradleyand accountant George Alpert are ... how should w

Violet's date becomes artistic fodder while Harley manages a chaotic shift at Uncle Sizzle's. (R)

NEW: AHIKĀROA is a realistic Māori drama for rangatahi - gritty, funny, and sexy. A graphic snapshot of young, urban Māori mindsets, the lifestyle these characters lead is not for the faint of hear

NEW: AHIKĀROA is a realistic Māori drama for rangatahi - gritty, funny, and sexy. A graphic snapshot of young, urban Māori mindsets, the lifestyle these characters lead is not for the faint of hear

Paralympic medalist Fiona Southorn shares her powerful story, an inspiration for young ones living with physical challenges and for all individuals living with violence and abuse. (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)

NEW: Follow Josh and his boisterous dog Kazumi as they unwittingly crash back 700 years in time.

Unsure faces meet sizzling lambs tails, but hesitant bites turn into happy smiles. (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)

The grand finale of the season of Te Nūtube. We get to see Te Nūtube Haka shine and perform on stage. (R)

Yvonne Te Wanihi Edwards presents uniquely Māori exercise workouts for young and old to keep fit and healthy. (R)

Te Hāmua Nikora hits the streets in search of karaoke talent. (R)

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

Joe is determined to find out who Auckland is named after, and to see if he could get some landmarks named after him. While Kara investigates the name Tāmaki Makaurau. (R)

Featuring Hikurangi, Whakaata Māori presents Te Matatini o Te Kāhui Maunga - the ultimate celebration of haka excellence. This is haka at its finest! (R)

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

Rānui Primary are up against Te Kōhanga o Tokomaru and Te Tapuaekura play Puurekireki Marae. (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. (R)

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

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)

After crashing down into a valley of lava streams, Kura is determined to find a way back up the cliff and get their godstick back from. (R)

Tereana and Tangihaere take on haka expert Tiahuia Ropitini for hakapedia mana. (R)

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

NEW: 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 Ngāti Whakaue, Whakaata Māori presents Te Matatini o Te Kāhui Maunga - the ultimate celebration of haka excellence. Experience the passion, precision, and power of Aotearoa

Celebrity episode full of laughs and energy as Marcia and Luke of Lucky Dip go up against Tiahuia in the final episode. (R)

The Schmidt-Peke and Rupuha/Ripikoi sisters are on a mission to make a quick buck. They kick things off with a classic car wash hustle, and then help out at the bustling Avondale Markets. (R)

Set in 19th-century Russia, young aristocrat Sasha defies her family to journey into the Arctic. She hopes to locate her explorer grandfather’s lost ship and reclaim her family's honor, facing harsh

As if their pre-arranged date, organised by their Indian parents, wasn't uncomfortable enough, Ravi and Rita are forced to shelter in place together as COVID 19's reach intensifies. (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)

Found in the tukutuku panels in our wharenui, Kori learns about two very cool shapes, Tapatoru and Taimana. (R)

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

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

NEW: Follow Josh and his boisterous dog Kazumi as they unwittingly crash back 700 years in time.

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)

LIVE: The Home of Haka - Whakaata Maori - partners with Te Matatini Enterprises to bring the Kapa Haka Regionals to screens across Aotearoa, Ahitereiria, and the Pacific.

Kahotea Marae take on Wairere Touch Club, while Toko J.A.B play against Poohara Marae. (R)

Te Hāmua Nikora hits the streets in search of karaoke talent. (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 to archaeological discoveries and ancient myths and legends.

A pampered house cat dreams of becoming a spy and sets off on an unexpected adventure. (R)

A sci-fi action thriller in which two resurrected super-soldiers—Luc Deveraux (Jean-Claude Van Damme) and Andrew Scott (Dolph Lundgren)—turn rogue and reignite their deadly rivalry in a battle for

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)

Katiaki learns some fun facts about the Manawa and Whetū, and we show you how to create greeting cards for Māmā or Pāpā. (R)

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

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

NEW: Follow Josh and his boisterous dog Kazumi as they unwittingly crash back 700 years in time.

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)

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 pampered house cat dreams of becoming a spy and sets off on an unexpected adventure. (R)

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