2026-08-04 00:00 Our Other Islands 00:30 Marae NZ's longest-running, bilingual, weekly current affairs show returns for 2026, featuring a Māori perspective on politics and culture. (R) 01:00 The People's Game Look into the world of touch with some of the legends of the game. Touch is often underfunded and kept alive from volunteers – we learn the history, meet the legends and are with those who owe their 01:30 Thailand - Earth's Tropical Paradise In central Thailand's forests, fertile plains and even city streets, nature finds a way of living alongside people. Spirituality can be found in human and animal relationships, both likely and unlikel 02:31 Hunting Aotearoa Hunting Aotearoa joins up with the fulfilled hospitality of father and son duo Brandon and Blake on the hunt for Tia in beautiful Ākitio hills whilst catching some paua with Eli. (R) 03:00 Haututu Hunters Four city slickers get out of their comfort zones and connect with their whenua and whānau. The Haututū Hunters travel to Whakatane to see what Te Kohe's Uncle has instore for them. (R) 03:30 Feral 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 (R) 03:56 Waiata Anthems Commercial success made William Singe lose his sense of self. At his lowest point, Will turns to his whakapapa and finds the connection with his first te reo Māori single: Whānau. (R) 04:00 Rewind REWIND is a music video series with curated NZ and Reo Māori music. It also has old music videos updated with graphic factoids. (R) 04:26 Under The Whāriki Hetekia Te Amo shares his journey from childhood exposure to drugs and violence, through his struggles with meth addiction and time in prison, to 6 years of sobriety and redemption. (R) 04:56 Whakaata Māori Whakaata Māori specialises in the stories of Aotearoa. Be entertained and informed with news, current affairs, sports, drama, documentaries and much more. 12:30 Kori Club 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) 12:37 Cocomelon Join the CoComelon family in a world that centres on the everyday experiences of young children through toe-tapping music. 12:42 Takaro Tribe Takaro 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, Pond Koka, Pu and Waea Wao live. (R) 12:57 Kiri & Lou Animated tamariki series Kiri & Lou follows the adventures of two friends living in pre-historic Aotearoa NZ. (R) 13:03 Bigsies and Littles An animated series for tamariki about two little kororā living their lives between the moving of the tides. (R) 13:11 Island of Mystery Follow Josh and his boisterous dog Kazumi as they unwittingly crash back 700 years in time. (R) 13:20 Te Nūtube 13:27 Tamaiti Tu Winter 13:37 Tamariki Haka Children from kura across the country showcase their haka skills. (R) 13:46 Tūhura Niua and Hura travel to Te Rotorua-nui-a-Kahumatamomoe to uncover the origins of thermal energy and how it was brought from Hawaiki to Aotearoa. (R) 13:52 Te Ohu o Pūkana Shorter, sharper and cooler, Pūkana has been reinvented for our digitally savvy tamariki and taiohi (R) 13:59 Pūkana 2024 Te Reo Māori entertainment programme for Kura and Kura Kaupapa tamariki / taiohi. (R) 14:30 Ōpaki Pānia Papa uses games, music and activities to teach Māori. (R) 15:00 Tōku Reo Professor John Moorfield's Māori language course supported by an interactive website. (R) 15:30 Marae NZ's longest-running, bilingual, weekly current affairs show returns for 2026, featuring a Māori perspective on politics and culture. (R) 16:00 Thailand - Earth's Tropical Paradise In central Thailand's forests, fertile plains and even city streets, nature finds a way of living alongside people. Spirituality can be found in human and animal relationships, both likely and unlikel 17:00 The People's Game Look into the world of touch with some of the legends of the game. Touch is often underfunded and kept alive from volunteers – we learn the history, meet the legends and are with those who owe their 17:30 Feral 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 (R) 17:54 Waiata Anthems A shining light for her small town, Nikau Grace is hoping to inspire the tamariki of Kawerau and celebrate the spark that makes each individual shine. (R) 18:00 Hunt With Me Lifestyle series that celebrates the wide diversity of Māori hunters, fishers and gatherers from all around Aotearoa. (R) 18:30 Haka Yarns NEW: Explores and celebrates the world of kapa haka and the passionate haka community. Hosted by kapa haka "know it alls" - Chey Milne and Kereama Wright - with Anipatene Biddle and Montel Tivoli. 19:22 Loading Docs 2021 - Tumanako Hope Powerful people. Powerful stories. Eight insightful short documentaries from strong New Zealand voices. (R) 19:30 Tōku Reo Professor John Moorfield's Māori language course supported by an interactive website. (R) 20:00 Ako Pānia Papa presents Māori language lessons for intermediate-level learners. (R) 20:30 Ōpaki Pānia Papa uses games, music and activities to teach Māori. (R) 21:00 ASB Polyfest 2025 Featuring Taiohi Tātaki - Massey High School, Whakaata Māori presents performances from the Māori Stage of ASB Polyfest 2025, as the festival marks 50 years of rangatahi excellence. 21:24 Te Nūtube 21:30 Cocomelon Join the CoComelon family in a world that centres on the everyday experiences of young children through toe-tapping music. 21:35 Takaro Tribe Takaro 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, Pond Koka, Pu and Waea Wao live. (R) 21:50 Kiri & Lou Animated tamariki series Kiri & Lou follows the adventures of two friends living in pre-historic Aotearoa NZ. (R) 21:56 Bigsies and Littles An animated series for tamariki about two little kororā living their lives between the moving of the tides. (R) 22:04 Island of Mystery Follow Josh and his boisterous dog Kazumi as they unwittingly crash back 700 years in time. (R) 22:15 Tūhura Niua and Hura travel to Te Rotorua-nui-a-Kahumatamomoe to uncover the origins of thermal energy and how it was brought from Hawaiki to Aotearoa. (R) 22:20 Te Ohu o Pūkana Shorter, sharper and cooler, Pūkana has been reinvented for our digitally savvy tamariki and taiohi (R) 22:26 Avatar: The Last Airbender Ko nga putanga reo maori o nga pakiwaituihi e rua, o Avatar. (R) 22:53 Mura O Te Ahi 23:21 Mauri Reo Mauri Ora Mauri Reo, Mauri Ora is a series of programme content that focus on entertaining and education Kōhungahunga and Kura Tuatahi audiences. (R) 23:34 Mauri Reo Mauri Ora Mauri Reo, Mauri Ora is a series of programme content that focus on entertaining and education Kōhungahunga and Kura Tuatahi audiences. (R) 23:46 Mauri Reo Mauri Ora Mauri Reo, Mauri Ora is a series of programme content that focus on entertaining and education Kōhungahunga and Kura Tuatahi audiences. (R)
2026-08-05 00:00 Te Mana Kuratahi 2025 Relive the best of this year's Te Mana Kuratahi regional kapa haka competition held in Tauranga. 00:24 Waiata Anthems In the face of historical language loss and underrepresentation, Jordyn with a Why showcases the unyielding spirit of Māori reclamation in the digital era. (R) 00:30 Autaia Haka Theatre Kahurangi ki Maungawhau crafts a powerful narrative around Mana Wāhine Māori, drawing inspiration from their connections to influential female leaders. (R) 00:45 Autaia Haka Theatre With stunning storytelling and movement, tKahurangi ki Maungawhau pays tribute to wāhine toa throughout history and today - a vibrant, elegant, and powerful expression of Māori womanhood. (R) 01:00 Get Your Leg Over NEW: Host Lizzie Rangihuna (Ngāti Porou, Ngāti Kahungunu) invites urban Māori celebrities, matatau ki te reo to fulfill their native horse-riding fantasies and get a leg over! 01:30 Kia Eats The World NEW: Celebrated Tāmaki based Chef Kia Kanuta (Ngāti Kahungunu, Ngāti Mutunga) explores Māori food sovereignty, innovation, and community. 01:50 Mā Tō Rourou Ngatuire is an accomplished young wahine Māori paddler from Rotorua who, through waka ama, has deepened her connection to herself, her culture, and the natural environment around her. (R) 02:00 Late Bloomer NEW: A comedy following Jasmeet Dutta, a turban-wearing millennial and online celebrity struggling to balance his ambitions for success with his commitment to his family, community, and culture. 02:30 The Porter NEW: Junior takes a risky new angle on Queenie's numbers game. Marlene's split focus leads to a mother's worst nightmare. Zeke seizes an opportunity to show the power of unity. Lucy bets on herself. 03:29 The Office Movers NEW: Reluctantly following in their father's footsteps, Everett and Eric Saunders run a dysfunctional office-moving company, Shazam Moving. 04:00 Rewind REWIND is a music video series with curated NZ and Reo Māori music. It also has old music videos updated with graphic factoids. (R) 04:26 Waiata Anthems What was once a traditional love song becomes a celebration of universal love and connection in te reo Māori, when iconic band The Black Seeds revisit their anthemic tune "˜So True'. (R) 04:30 Whare Pūoro A showcase of New Zealand musicians performing entirely in te reo Māori. Presented by Amanda Ashton. (R) 05:00 Whakaata Māori Whakaata Māori specialises in the stories of Aotearoa. Be entertained and informed with news, current affairs, sports, drama, documentaries and much more. 12:30 Kori Club 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) 12:36 Cocomelon Join the CoComelon family in a world that centres on the everyday experiences of young children through toe-tapping music. 12:40 Takaro Tribe Takaro 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, Pond Koka, Pu and Waea Wao live. (R) 12:55 Kiri & Lou Animated tamariki series Kiri & Lou follows the adventures of two friends living in pre-historic Aotearoa NZ. (R) 13:00 Bigsies and Littles An animated series for tamariki about two little kororā living their lives between the moving of the tides. (R) 13:08 Island of Mystery Island of Mystery is an animation series that features Josh and his boisterous dog Kazumi as they unwittingly crash back 700 years in time. (R) 13:21 Te Nūtube 13:33 Tamaiti Tu Winter 13:42 Tamariki Haka Children from kura across the country showcase their haka skills. (R) 13:50 Tūhura Niua and Hura travel to Tāmaki Makaurau to uncover the story behind a cave located in Piha where the taniwhā Kaiwhare lived. (R) 13:56 Te Ohu o Pūkana Shorter, sharper and cooler, Pūkana has been reinvented for our digitally savvy tamariki and taiohi (R) 14:02 Avatar: The Last Airbender Ko ngā putanga reo Māori o ngā pakiwaituihi reorua o Avatar. (R) 14:31 Ōpaki Pānia Papa uses games, music and activities to teach Māori. (R) 15:01 Tōku Reo Professor John Moorfield's Māori language course supported by an interactive website. (R) 15:31 Ata Toi + Wai Join presenters Te Aumihi Hohepa and Tawhanga Rika as they celebrate the world of Māori art. Tainui Stephens his contributions to the Māori film industry. (R) 16:01 Mura O Te Ahi Hilarious 'debating' competition showcasing Māori humour and wit entirely in the Māori language. (R) 16:31 Pathfinders Mavis Mullins is a fourth-generation farmer and the second Māori woman to be inducted into the New Zealand Business Hall of Fame. (R) 17:01 Something for the People A weekly live series that masterfully blends comedy, lively banter and high quality Te Reo Māori to offer a fresh engaging perspective on contemporary Māori issues. Hosted by Chey Milne, Kereama Wri 17:44 Loading Docs 2022 - Power Of Emotion 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) 18:02 Rage Against The Rangatahi 2 A Place To Stand - Should non Māori speak on marae? And why transwoman should karanga. (R) 18:31 Kia Eats The World Celebrated Tāmaki based Chef Kia Kanuta (Ngāti Kahungunu, Ngāti Mutunga) explores Māori food sovereignty, innovation, and community. (R) 18:50 Mā Tō Rourou Sonny is a young boxer from West Auckland’s Peach Boxing, chasing big dreams in the ring. He shares the values that drive him and the strong support from his whānau and community that’s helped hi 19:00 Late Bloomer A comedy following Jasmeet Dutta, a turban-wearing millennial and online celebrity struggling to balance his ambitions for success with his commitment to his family, community, and culture. 19:30 Ki Tua Ki Tua is a podcast with a difference, covering current events and important issues through to formative moments in their lives. (R) 20:00 Ōpaki Pānia Papa uses games, music and activities to teach Māori. (R) 20:30 Tōku Reo Professor John Moorfield's Māori language course supported by an interactive website. (R) 21:01 Te Mana Kuratahi 2025 Relive the best of this year's Te Mana Kuratahi regional kapa haka competition held in Tauranga. (R) 21:27 Te Nūtube 21:38 Cocomelon Join the CoComelon family in a world that centres on the everyday experiences of young children through toe-tapping music. 21:43 Takaro Tribe Takaro 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, Pond Koka, Pu and Waea Wao live. (R) 21:57 Kiri & Lou Animated tamariki series Kiri & Lou follows the adventures of two friends living in pre-historic Aotearoa NZ. (R) 22:03 Bigsies and Littles An animated series for tamariki about two little kororā living their lives between the moving of the tides. (R) 22:11 Island of Mystery Island of Mystery is an animation series that features Josh and his boisterous dog Kazumi as they unwittingly crash back 700 years in time. (R) 22:25 Tūhura Niua and Hura travel to Tāmaki Makaurau to uncover the story behind a cave located in Piha where the taniwhā Kaiwhare lived. (R) 22:30 Te Ohu o Pūkana Shorter, sharper and cooler, Pūkana has been reinvented for our digitally savvy tamariki and taiohi (R) 22:36 Tamaiti Tu Winter 22:46 Tamariki Haka Children from kura across the country showcase their haka skills. (R) 22:55 Mahi Tika Ana! 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. ( 23:06 ASB Polyfest 2026 - Repackage ASB Polyfest 2026 is an annual secondary schools Polynesian cultural festival held over four days in Auckland. MĀORI+ brings you all the action from the ASB Polyfest Māori stage. 23:31 Te Pātaka Kōrero Paikea, the eponymus ancestor of Ngāti Porou leaves Hawaiiki and journeys to Aotearoa. Master carver and storyteller Pine Taiapa gives the reasons why he left for the East Coast of Aotearoa. (R)
2026-08-06 00:01 Hangi Pit Masters It's Chef Ben Bayly's turn at Taste of Auckland and he's brought some famous friends. Masterchef Australia judge George Calombaris joins Ben and Rewi to create a beautiful pork cheek. (R) 00:32 Fresh 2026 Our favourite flavours of the Pacific are presented in a Fresh Poly-platter in this series dedicated to inspiring Islanders worldwide. (R) 00:59 Waiata Anthems Commercial success made William Singe lose his sense of self. At his lowest point, Will turns to his whakapapa and finds the connection with his first te reo Māori single: Whānau. (R) 01:02 Tapuwae Leave Only Footprints Pio Terei is on a journey to discover Māori and Hawaiian indigenous connections through tourism. We visit Kā"˜anapali Beach Hotel in Maui, Kohutapu Lodge and Tribal Tours in the Bay of plenty. (R) 01:33 Senior Kapa Haka Regionals 2026 - Repackage Revisit the performance of rōpū from the 2026 Senior Kapa Haka Regional Competition. 01:59 Waiata Anthems 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) 02:03 Find Me A Māori Bride You'd think a chance to score a $47,000 inheritance would get the average Māori's A into G. But property developer Tama and accountant George are not the sharpest naihi in the marae kitchen. (R) 02:33 Bea's Letter When a scandal ends Bea Smith's chance to become a doctor, she pursues nursing instead and is shipped off to war. (R) 03:23 Loading Docs 2021 - Tumanako Hope Powerful people. Powerful stories. Eight insightful short documentaries from strong New Zealand voices. (R) 03:34 Sort of NEW: Bessy struggles to make sense of her life. Sabi has an awkward first day on the job with Imran, before going to a club with 7ven and Arrow, and wonders if Olympia will stand them up. 04:04 Rage Against The Rangatahi 2 Under The Influence - Spilling the tea on alcohol awareness and what not to do at a party. (R) 04:34 Rewind REWIND is a music video series with curated NZ and Reo Māori music. It also has old music videos updated with graphic factoids. (R) 05:00 Whakaata Māori Whakaata Māori specialises in the stories of Aotearoa. Be entertained and informed with news, current affairs, sports, drama, documentaries and much more. 12:30 Kori Club 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) 12:36 Cocomelon Join the CoComelon family in a world that centres on the everyday experiences of young children through toe-tapping music. 12:39 Takaro Tribe Takaro 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, Pond Koka, Pu and Waea Wao live. (R) 12:54 Kiri & Lou Animated tamariki series Kiri & Lou follows the adventures of two friends living in pre-historic Aotearoa NZ. (R) 12:59 Bigsies and Littles An animated series for tamariki about two little kororā living their lives between the moving of the tides. (R) 13:07 Island of Mystery Island of Mystery is an animation series that features Josh and his boisterous dog Kazumi as they unwittingly crash back 700 years in time. (R) 13:20 Te Nūtube 13:30 Tamaiti Tu Winter 13:40 Tamariki Haka Children from kura across the country showcase their haka skills. (R) 13:49 Tūhura Niua and Hura travel to Te Hokianga-nui-ā-Kupe to uncover the story one of most well-known fortified Pā of Ngāpuhi. (R) 13:54 Te Ohu o Pūkana Shorter, sharper and cooler, Pūkana has been reinvented for our digitally savvy tamariki and taiohi (R) 13:59 Te Nūtube Haka A fusion of haka and tamariki awesome-ness with Te Nūtube stars Atareta and Te Haakura. (R) 14:27 Mauri Reo Mauri Ora Mauri Reo, Mauri Ora is a series of programme content that focus on entertaining and education Kōhungahunga and Kura Tuatahi audiences. (R) 14:39 Oranga Ngākau Yvonne Te Wanihi Edwards presents uniquely Māori exercise workouts for young and old to keep fit and healthy. (R) 15:30 Sidewalk Karaoke Te Hāmua Nikora hits the streets in search of karaoke talent. (R) 16:00 Toi Te Ora - Our Way Of Life 16:30 Get The Name Right Joe is in The Edinburgh of the South uncovering the Scottish roots of Dunedin. While Kara gets an understanding of the name Ōtepoti. (R) 16:55 Waiata Anthems A shining light for her small town, Nikau Grace is hoping to inspire the tamariki of Kawerau and celebrate the spark that makes each individual shine. (R) 17:00 Te Iti Kahurangi Featuring Te Iti Kahurangi, Whakaata Māori presents Te Matatini o Te Kāhui Maunga - the ultimate celebration of haka excellence. Experience the passion, precision, and power of Aotearoa's finest tea 17:30 Whiua Te Paatai Fluent reo Māori speakers are in the hot seat to answer the tough questions. (R) 18:00 Uka Rānui Primary are up against Te Kōhanga o Tokomaru and Te Tapuaekura play Puurekireki Marae. (R) 18:30 Putauaki - He Maunga Kōrero This series focuses on the history, commemoration and people of a significant pa of Ngati Awa which has been lost since the severe Ngati Awa lands confiscation - Te Kupenga a Taramainuku in Te Teko. ( 19:00 Pukuhohe A Te Reo Game Show for Māori Language Week. (R) 19:30 Waka Huia Waka Huia is an iconic archival series recording the unique stories and histories of Maori for all New Zealanders. (R) 20:00 Tautohetohe Māori wordplay and wit in action as two teams go head-to-head on a given topic. (R) 21:00 Hakapedia Haka fans compete against haka experts using their knowledge on everything kapa haka. (R) 21:26 Te Nūtube 21:37 Cocomelon Join the CoComelon family in a world that centres on the everyday experiences of young children through toe-tapping music. 21:40 Takaro Tribe Takaro 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, Pond Koka, Pu and Waea Wao live. (R) 21:54 Kiri & Lou Animated tamariki series Kiri & Lou follows the adventures of two friends living in pre-historic Aotearoa NZ. (R) 22:00 Bigsies and Littles An animated series for tamariki about two little kororā living their lives between the moving of the tides. (R) 22:08 Island of Mystery Island of Mystery is an animation series that features Josh and his boisterous dog Kazumi as they unwittingly crash back 700 years in time. (R) 22:20 Tūhura Niua and Hura travel to Te Hokianga-nui-ā-Kupe to uncover the story one of most well-known fortified Pā of Ngāpuhi. (R) 22:25 Te Ohu o Pūkana Shorter, sharper and cooler, Pūkana has been reinvented for our digitally savvy tamariki and taiohi (R) 22:31 Tamaiti Tu Winter 22:40 Tamariki Haka Children from kura across the country showcase their haka skills. (R) 22:50 Haka Life Wharekura 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) 23:01 Toi Te Ora - Our Way Of Life Join Tiare Tawera and Pohoira Iopata for Māori stories, life hacks, recipes, health tips, DIY ideas and more. Master builder Jay has an awesome hack to helps you save water. (R) 23:29 Mauri Reo Mauri Ora Mauri Reo, Mauri Ora is a series of programme content that focus on entertaining and education Kōhungahunga and Kura Tuatahi audiences. (R) 23:39 Mauri Reo Mauri Ora Mauri Reo, Mauri Ora is a series of programme content that focus on entertaining and education Kōhungahunga and Kura Tuatahi audiences. (R) 23:50 Mauri Reo Mauri Ora Mauri Reo, Mauri Ora is a series of programme content that focus on entertaining and education Kōhungahunga and Kura Tuatahi audiences. (R)
2026-08-07 00:03 Waihirere Featuring Waihirere, Whakaata Māori presents Te Matatini o Te Kāhui Maunga - the ultimate celebration of haka excellence. Experience the passion, precision, and power of Aotearoa's finest teams as t 00:30 Waka To Worlds Following the lives of the New Zealand Waka Ama Elite Junior Men and Women's teams as they train their hearts out in the quest for gold at the 2022 IVF World Sprint Championships. (R) 01:00 Ngau Tuarā Golf Swings, High Notes, and Higher Screams – It’s tee-off time in Whakatāne. Pem Bird, Wasi, and Chris Winitana get into the helium before Tihini Grant, John Turi, and Wasi get into cake decorat 01:27 Matariki Matarau NEW: After an encounter with an influential Māori elder, Hiroshi embarked on a journey to pursue Te Reo. Hiroshi highlights the similarities between Māori and Japanese philosophy. 01:36 Valiant PREMIERE: At the height of World War II, a tiny wood pigeon enlists in the elite Royal Homing Pigeon Service to serve Britain, as the fearsome General Von Talon (Tim Curry) and his deadly squadron of 03:10 Paris Memories Three months after surviving a terrorist attack, Mia is still traumatised and unable to recall events. In an effort to move forward, she investigates her memories and retraces her steps. (R) 04:55 Rewind REWIND is a music video series with curated NZ and Reo Māori music. It also has old music videos updated with graphic factoids. (R) 05:21 Whakaata Māori Whakaata Māori specialises in the stories of Aotearoa. Be entertained and informed with news, current affairs, sports, drama, documentaries and much more. 12:30 Kori Club 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) 12:40 Cocomelon Join the CoComelon family in a world that centres on the everyday experiences of young children through toe-tapping music. (R) 12:45 Cocomelon Join the CoComelon family in a world that centres on the everyday experiences of young children through toe-tapping music. (R) 12:50 Binnabånnas - Te Reo Binnabånnas and their friend Ujjujju are two taking Sami culture puppets, who explore what it means to be a three-year-old. (R) 13:00 Kiri & Lou Animated tamariki series Kiri & Lou follows the adventures of two friends living in pre-historic Aotearoa NZ. (R) 13:05 Bigsies and Littles An animated series for tamariki about two little kororā living their lives between the moving of the tides. (R) 13:10 Island of Mystery Island of Mystery is an animation series that features Josh and his boisterous dog Kazumi as they unwittingly crash back 700 years in time. (R) 13:20 Te Nūtube 13:30 Darwin and Newts An animated series for youngsters who love to figure out how things work. (R) 13:40 Te Pamu Kumara 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) 13:50 Fly My Pepeha 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) 14:00 Pūkana 2025 Te Reo Māori entertainment programme for Kura and Kura Kaupapa tamariki / taiohi. (R) 14:30 Tūhura 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) 14:35 Mahi Tika Ana! 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) 14:45 Tūhura 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) 14:50 Mahi Tika Ana! Hinewai and Hine Te Kura have never been hunting before. It can either be a successful adventure or a tiring one! Follow this episode to see if Te Owai can lead the girls to a boar. (R) 15:00 Tōku Whare Kōhanga Reo Communities give some much needed love to tired and run-down kōhanga across New Zealand. (R) 15:30 Valiant At the height of World War II, a tiny wood pigeon enlists in the elite Royal Homing Pigeon Service to serve Britain, as the fearsome General Von Talon (Tim Curry) and his deadly squadron of falcons pa 17:00 Bamay 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) 17:30 2026 1st XV Super 8 CNI Rugby LIVE: The 2026 Super 8 1st XV & 2026 CNI 1st XV plus Other Sports to Whakaata Māori YouTube – MĀORI ACTIVE. 19:15 Māori All Blacks: Bound by Blood A team connected by blood, who uphold the legacy of our tīpuna and that of the players whose shoulders they stand on. Join the Māori All Blacks on their first tour of Japan since 2014. (R) 19:45 2026 1st XV Super 8 CNI Rugby LIVE: The 2026 Super 8 1st XV & 2026 CNI 1st XV plus Other Sports to Whakaata Māori YouTube – MĀORI ACTIVE. 21:30 Once Were Gardeners Meretini Bennett-Huxtable prepares her soil after the long winter using the Maramataka, the Māori lunar calendar as her guide. (R) 22:00 Reo Warriors: Ngā Toa Tauā o Te Reo Award winning composer, singer and song writer, Pere Wihongi, speaks about the benefits of using platforms like Disney for the normalisation of te reo Māori. (R) 22:15 Waiata Anthems Singer/songwriter Paige believes her late grandfather is her guardian angel. Paige makes a beautiful pilgrimage to discover who he really was. (R) 22:30 Avatar: The Last Airbender Ko nga putanga reo maori o nga pakiwaituihi e rua, o Avatar. (R) 23:00 Mura O Te Ahi Hilarious 'debating' competition showcasing Māori humour and wit entirely in the Māori language. (R) 23:30 Uka Rānui Primary are up against Te Kōhanga o Tokomaru and Te Tapuaekura play Puurekireki Marae. (R)
2026-08-08 00:00 Sidewalk Karaoke Te Hāmua Nikora hits the streets in search of karaoke talent. (R) 00:30 Tales From Zambia Explore Zambia's diverse wildlife, from majestic elephants to playful baboons, through this captivating collection. Venture into breathtaking habitats and witness fascinating animal behaviours. (R) 01:30 Swift / Manou the Swift A swift raised by seagulls struggles with identity and finds courage to save his family. (R) 03:10 Practical Magic PREMIERE: Two eccentric witch sisters, played by Nicole Kidman and Sandra Bullock, raised by their aunts must use their family magic to destroy a vengeful ghost after an accidental death threatens to 05:10 Sidewalk Karaoke Te Hāmua Nikora hits the streets in search of karaoke talent. (R) 05:36 Whakaata Māori Whakaata Māori specialises in the stories of Aotearoa. Be entertained and informed with news, current affairs, sports, drama, documentaries and much more. 12:30 Kori Club 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) 12:36 Cocomelon Join the CoComelon family in a world that centres on the everyday experiences of young children through toe-tapping music. (R) 12:40 Cocomelon Join the CoComelon family in a world that centres on the everyday experiences of young children through toe-tapping music. (R) 12:44 Binnabånnas - Te Reo Binnabånnas and their friend Ujjujju are two taking Sami culture puppets, who explore what it means to be a three-year-old. (R) 12:52 Kiri & Lou Animated tamariki series Kiri & Lou follows the adventures of two friends living in pre-historic Aotearoa NZ. (R) 12:58 Bigsies and Littles An animated series for tamariki about two little kororā living their lives between the moving of the tides. (R) 13:06 Island of Mystery Island of Mystery is an animation series that features Josh and his boisterous dog Kazumi as they unwittingly crash back 700 years in time. (R) 13:18 Te Nūtube 13:29 Darwin and Newts An animated series for youngsters who love to figure out how things work. (R) 13:40 Te Pamu Kumara 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) 13:53 Fly My Pepeha 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) 14:01 Pūkana 2025 Te Reo Māori entertainment programme for Kura and Kura Kaupapa tamariki / taiohi. (R) 14:30 Ngā Kapa Haka Kura Tuarua 2024 Highlights of the most prestigious Māori kapa haka event on the school calendar. (R) 15:00 Ngā Kapa Haka Kura Tuarua 2024 Highlights of the most prestigious Māori kapa haka event on the school calendar. (R) 15:30 Swift / Manou the Swift A swift raised by seagulls struggles with identity and finds courage to save his family. (R) 17:00 Waka Huia In the heart of Wairoa stands Tākitimu Marae — a place that has weathered the storms of Cyclones Bola and Gabrielle. Its people rise again. Through their hands and hearts, the marae and its taonga 17:30 Tagata Pasifika 2026 Aotearoa’s longest-running Pacific news and current affairs television programme, Tagata Pasifika covers stories of Pacific Island communities here and around the Pacific region. (R) 18:00 Fresh 2026 Our favourite flavours of the Pacific are presented in a Fresh Poly-platter in this series dedicated to inspiring Islanders worldwide. 18:30 Avatar: The Last Airbender Ko nga putanga reo maori o nga pakiwaituihi e rua, o Avatar. (R) 19:00 Nanakia 2.0 Finishing off this series of Nanakia the boys pull out some cheeky adventures that didn't quite make the earlier shows. (R) 19:30 Red Earth Uncovered Red Earth Uncovered is a half-hour youth documentary series where a host investigates Aboriginal linkages to archaeological discoveries and ancient myths and legends. (R) 19:55 Waiata Anthems Ngāti Whātua singer, MAJIC PĀORA, crafts music to inspire her iwi and provide a positive example for her tamariki. (R) 20:00 Heritage Rescue 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) 20:48 Someday Stories 6 2022 Meet some of the people who use their imaginations to explore their identities and overcome physical, mental and social barriers in doing so. (R) 21:00 Matau Bros Gone Fishing Follows hard-case Māori anglers, Matene, Dazza and Jeff Cleave (Ngati Wai, Te Rarawa, Tainui) as they fish for knowledge, and fish for kai mo te tēpū. (R) 21:30 Native Ride A handful of unforgettable Māori characters stride out on a 100-day quest to tame a totally wild Ruatahuna horse for a grand competition in this stunning and poignant series. (R) 22:00 Tales From Zambia Explore Zambia's diverse wildlife, from majestic elephants to playful baboons, through this captivating collection. Venture into breathtaking habitats and witness fascinating animal behaviours. (R) 22:51 Here the Wild Things Are A global race to discover the weird and wonderful wild hidden in our city streets. (R) 23:00 Kāinga Whenua Pio Terei hosts this new series that captures the critical moments of building, developing and living on your tupuna whenua, starting with his own tiny whare. (R) 23:30 Easy Eats
2026-08-09 00:00 Senior Kapa Haka Regionals 2026 - Repackage Revisit the performance of rōpū from the 2026 Senior Kapa Haka Regional Competition. (R) 00:21 Loading Docs 2021 - Tumanako Hope Powerful people. Powerful stories. Eight insightful short documentaries from strong New Zealand voices. (R) 00:30 The Hui A compelling mix of current affairs investigations, human interest and arts and culture stories. (R) 01:00 Te Ao With Moana Te Ao with Moana is an award-winning and trusted force in current affairs. More than a current affairs show, it explores the rich diversity of today’s Māori experience. (R) 01:30 Origins Scotty travels to the corners of the Polynesian Triangle, to unravel any evidence of connection with the Indigenous of Rapa Nui and Hawai’i, who are said to share the same Polynesian ancestors. Made 02:21 Someday Stories A series of six sustainability-focused short films by emerging young film-makers form Aotearoa New Zealand. (R) 02:30 Day One Shorts 2025 Amid the nightlife of a new city, a young Māori trans woman reckons with safety, isolation, and the fragile bonds of old friendships outgrown, as the promise of belonging rises just beyond the horizo 02:45 I, Tonya PREMIERE: This dark, comedic biopic with Margot Robbie tracks the chaotic rise and sensational fall of competitive figure skater Tonya Harding following a poorly executed assault on her rival. 04:54 Red Earth Uncovered A half-hour youth documentary series where a host investigates Aboriginal linkages to ancient myths and legends. (R) 05:24 Whakaata Māori Whakaata Māori specialises in the stories of Aotearoa. Be entertained and informed with news, current affairs, sports, drama, documentaries and much more. 12:30 Kori Club 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) 12:40 Cocomelon Join the CoComelon family in a world that centres on the everyday experiences of young children through toe-tapping music. 12:45 Takaro Tribe Takaro 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, Pond Koka, Pu and Waea Wao live. (R) 13:00 Kiri & Lou Animated tamariki series Kiri & Lou follows the adventures of two friends living in pre-historic Aotearoa NZ. (R) 13:05 Bigsies and Littles An animated series for tamariki about two little kororā living their lives between the moving of the tides. (R) 13:10 Island of Mystery Island of Mystery is an animation series that features Josh and his boisterous dog Kazumi as they unwittingly crash back 700 years in time. (R) 13:20 Te Nūtube 13:30 Tamaiti Tu Winter 13:40 Tamariki Haka Children from kura across the country showcase their haka skills. (R) 13:50 Tūhura 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) 13:55 Te Ohu o Pūkana Shorter, sharper and cooler, Pūkana has been reinvented for our digitally savvy tamariki and taiohi (R) 14:00 Te Nūtube Haka A fusion of haka and tamariki awesome-ness with Te Nūtube stars Atareta and Te Haakura. (R) 14:30 Ōpaki Pānia Papa uses games, music and activities to teach Māori. (R) 15:00 Tōku Reo Professor John Moorfield's Māori language course supported by an interactive website. (R) 15:30 Ngā Reo O Te Tairāwhiti NEW: Made for the iwi by the iwi, an authentic collection of distinctive korero from around the motu. Tonight: Nga reo a Te Tairawhiti. 16:00 Tagata Pasifika 2026 NEW: Aotearoa’s longest-running Pacific news and current affairs television programme, Tagata Pasifika covers stories of Pacific Island communities here and around the Pacific region. 16:30 Origins Scotty travels to the corners of the Polynesian Triangle, to unravel any evidence of connection with the Indigenous of Rapa Nui and Hawai’i, who are said to share the same Polynesian ancestors. Made 17:30 Kauwboy A young boy and his father have a difficult relationship but are trying to reach each other. Their lives change when Jojo takes care of a young jackdaw when it falls out of its nest. (R) 19:00 Easy Eats 2 Join Hera Te Kurapa as she cooks up delicious, restaurant quality dishes. (R) 19:30 Kai With Anne Thorp Anne prepares duck confit with an avocado and beet salad as well as steamed pork buns and coconut jelly dessert. (R) 20:00 Ōpaki Pānia Papa uses games, music and activities to teach Māori. (R) 20:30 Tōku Reo Professor John Moorfield's Māori language course supported by an interactive website. (R) 21:00 Te Mana Kuratahi 2025 Relive the best of this year's Te Mana Kuratahi regional kapa haka competition held in Tauranga. (R) 21:30 Te Nūtube 21:40 Cocomelon Join the CoComelon family in a world that centres on the everyday experiences of young children through toe-tapping music. 21:45 Takaro Tribe Takaro 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, Pond Koka, Pu and Waea Wao live. (R) 22:00 Kiri & Lou Animated tamariki series Kiri & Lou follows the adventures of two friends living in pre-historic Aotearoa NZ. (R) 22:05 Bigsies and Littles An animated series for tamariki about two little kororā living their lives between the moving of the tides. (R) 22:10 Island of Mystery Island of Mystery is an animation series that features Josh and his boisterous dog Kazumi as they unwittingly crash back 700 years in time. (R) 22:20 Tūhura 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) 22:25 Te Ohu o Pūkana Shorter, sharper and cooler, Pūkana has been reinvented for our digitally savvy tamariki and taiohi (R) 22:30 Tamaiti Tu Winter 22:40 Tamariki Haka Children from kura across the country showcase their haka skills. (R) 22:50 Tipua Ārepa Simmons feels like her world is going crazy. Lacking all motivation for a future she’s been working towards for years, she's awakened when she receives a mysterious taonga. (R) 23:00 Native Ride A handful of unforgettable Māori characters stride out on a 100-day quest to tame a totally wild Ruatahuna horse for a grand competition in this stunning and poignant series. (R) 23:30 Senior Kapa Haka Regionals 2026 - Repackage Revisit the performance of rōpū from the 2026 Senior Kapa Haka Regional Competition. (R)
2026-08-10 00:00 Haka Life Podcast 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 Tamati Waaka. (R) 01:00 1.5 Degrees 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) 01:30 The Hui NEW: A compelling mix of current affairs investigations, human interest and arts and culture stories. 02:00 Te Ao With Moana NEW: Te Ao with Moana is an award-winning and trusted force in current affairs. More than a current affairs show, it explores the rich diversity of today’s Māori experience. 02:30 Herbs: Songs of Freedom (RL) Reggae band Herbs hold a special place in the history of New Zealand pop music, mixing feel-good rhythms with burning social and environmental issues. (R) 04:00 Rewind REWIND is a music video series with curated NZ and Reo Māori music. It also has old music videos updated with graphic factoids. 04:26 Whakaata Māori Whakaata Māori specialises in the stories of Aotearoa. Be entertained and informed with news, current affairs, sports, drama, documentaries and much more. 12:30 Kori Club 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) 12:37 Cocomelon Join the CoComelon family in a world that centres on the everyday experiences of young children through toe-tapping music. 12:41 Takaro Tribe Takaro 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, Pond Koka, Pu and Waea Wao live. (R) 12:55 Kiri & Lou Animated tamariki series Kiri & Lou follows the adventures of two friends living in pre-historic Aotearoa NZ. (R) 13:01 Bigsies and Littles An animated series for tamariki about two little kororā living their lives between the moving of the tides. (R) 13:09 Island of Mystery Island of Mystery is an animation series that features Josh and his boisterous dog Kazumi as they unwittingly crash back 700 years in time. (R) 13:25 Te Nūtube 13:29 Tamaiti Tu Winter 13:39 Tamariki Haka Children from kura across the country showcase their haka skills. (R) 13:48 Tūhura Niua and Hura travel to Tāmaki Makaurau to uncover the story behind the rock formation at Karekare beach called ‘Te Kākāwhakaara.’ (R) 13:54 Te Ohu o Pūkana Shorter, sharper and cooler, Pūkana has been reinvented for our digitally savvy tamariki and taiohi (R) 14:00 Pūkana 2025 Te Reo Māori entertainment programme for Kura and Kura Kaupapa tamariki / taiohi. (R) 14:30 Ōpaki Pānia Papa uses games, music and activities to teach Māori. (R) 15:00 Tōku Reo Professor John Moorfield's Māori language course supported by an interactive website. (R) 15:30 Tagata Pasifika 2026 Aotearoa’s longest-running Pacific news and current affairs television programme, Tagata Pasifika covers stories of Pacific Island communities here and around the Pacific region. (R) 16:00 The Hui A compelling mix of current affairs investigations, human interest and arts and culture stories. (R) 16:30 Nomad Kahu reconnects with his sister Maia in Hunts Beach, ventures into Franz Josef’s ice caves, searches for Aotea stone with Uncle Jeff, and explores the legacy of Te Tauraka Waka a Māui Marae. (R) 17:00 Te Ao With Moana Te Ao with Moana is an award-winning and trusted force in current affairs. More than a current affairs show, it explores the rich diversity of today’s Māori experience. (R) 17:30 Herbs: Songs of Freedom (RL) Reggae band Herbs hold a special place in the history of New Zealand pop music, mixing feel-good rhythms with burning social and environmental issues. (R) 19:00 Senior Kapa Haka Regionals 2026 - Repackage Revisit the performance of rōpū from the 2026 Senior Kapa Haka Regional Competition. (R) 19:23 The Outlook For Someday A story about the importance of keeping te reo Māori alive and thriving in New Zealand. (R) 19:30 Funny Whare - Gamesnight This hilarious game show hosted by Stacey Morrison will ensure to fill your belly full of laughter, force those happy tears. (R) 20:00 Ōpaki Pānia Papa uses games, music and activities to teach Māori. (R) 20:30 Ako Pānia Papa presents Māori language lessons for intermediate-level learners. (R) 21:00 Kia Mau A fun sing-along Māori performing arts series for children. (R) 21:28 Te Nūtube 21:34 Cocomelon Join the CoComelon family in a world that centres on the everyday experiences of young children through toe-tapping music. 21:38 Takaro Tribe Takaro 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, Pond Koka, Pu and Waea Wao live. (R) 21:53 Kiri & Lou Animated tamariki series Kiri & Lou follows the adventures of two friends living in pre-historic Aotearoa NZ. (R) 21:59 Bigsies and Littles An animated series for tamariki about two little kororā living their lives between the moving of the tides. (R) 22:07 Island of Mystery Island of Mystery is an animation series that features Josh and his boisterous dog Kazumi as they unwittingly crash back 700 years in time. (R) 22:21 Tūhura Niua and Hura travel to Tāmaki Makaurau to uncover the story behind the rock formation at Karekare beach called ‘Te Kākāwhakaara.’ (R) 22:27 Te Ohu o Pūkana Shorter, sharper and cooler, Pūkana has been reinvented for our digitally savvy tamariki and taiohi (R) 22:33 Tamaiti Tu Winter 22:43 Tamariki Haka Children from kura across the country showcase their haka skills. (R) 22:54 Tipua Ārepa finds herself drawn to the mysterious hei tiki, but she’s not the only one. Someone is lurking and listening to every development. (R) 23:06 Ariki 4 Ariki is a revolutionary Māori martial arts series where teams of rangatahi battle it out. Based on the ancestral art form, ARIKI was created by Te Whare Tū Taua o Aotearoa. (R) 23:32 Mauri Reo Mauri Ora Siblings Eraia and Lahaina Kiel teach basic skills in poi, haka and other traditional Māori performing arts. (R)