Whakaata Māori

Manga puts in the hard yards on site as the race is on to meet the Council Code of Compliance. A visit to Whangārei Hospital brings some mixed news for Mungzy's whānau. (R)

The wild extremes of Patagonia shape the lives of the remarkable animals that survive in one of the planet’s most rugged and windswept regions. (R)

After a nanosized trio of crime-fighting aliens crash inside teenager Norman’s brain, they must work with him to thwart Zolthard, an intergalactic villain who’s invading Earth via the school princ

PREMIERE: The sci-fi trilogy reaches its epic climax as Neo (Keanu Reeves) ventures into the heart of the Machine City, while the human resistance makes a desperate last stand in Zion.

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)

REWIND is a music video series with curated NZ and Reo Māori music. It also has 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)

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

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

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

NEW: Reversioned into reo Māori. Follows the adventures of two friends living in pre-historic Aotearoa NZ.

An animated series for tamariki about two little kororā living their lives between the moving of the tides. (R)

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)

It's the third rock from the Sun and the Aorangi we live on, with the help of Ihi learn more about Te Ao. (R)

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

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

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

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

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

After a nanosized trio of crime-fighting aliens crash inside teenager Norman’s brain, they must work with him to thwart Zolthard, an intergalactic villain who’s invading Earth via the school princ

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

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)

Our favourite flavours of the Pacific are presented in a Fresh Poly-platter in this series dedicated to inspiring Islanders worldwide.

Ko ngā putanga reo Māori o ngā pakiwaituihi reorua o Avatar. (R)

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)

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

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)

Drew meets with two Hollywood indigenous stuntmen in Alberta, hits the pro wrestling ring with some very wild characters, and straps on the gloves and hits the mat with a native Muay Thai champ (R)

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)

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

Te Aupōuri CEO Tipene Kapa-Kingi receives his mataora, marking a powerful journey of whakapapa, legacy, and young iwi leadership in Te Kao. (R)

The wild extremes of Patagonia shape the lives of the remarkable animals that survive in one of the planet’s most rugged and windswept regions. (R)

Aaron returns home to his old stomping ground, the Northern Peninsula Area at the tip of Cape York. (R)

Kia visits Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei to harvest seasonal produce grown through generations of mātauranga and care for the whenua. He then heads west to Piha, where he joins chef Lucas Parkinson at Arye

Artist Marei transforms her inner struggles with anger and frustration into the empowering waiata ‘Tahi Ka Riri,’ a raw and powerful testament to the resilience found in creativity. (R)

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)

LIVE: An election podcast from Te Ao Māori News that helps Māori audiences understand key election issues, hear Māori voices, and take part in political kōrero ahead of the 2026 election.

A compelling mix of current affairs investigations, human interest and arts and culture stories. (R)

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)

Investigates the latest scientific research into alcohol, challenging long-held assumptions about drinking, health and addiction.

A young woman caught between expectation and self-acceptance, finds herself confronting her repressed sexuality when a chance reunion with her first love stirs old feelings. (R)

A young African-American man grapples with identity and sexuality while growing up in a rough Miami neighborhood.

Ngā Kapa Haka Kura Tuarua o Aotearoa 2026 is the national premier kapa haka event for secondary school students, bringing together the best kura from across Aotearoa to celebrate excellence in Māori

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)

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

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)

Reversioned into reo Māori. Follows the adventures of two friends living in pre-historic Aotearoa NZ. (R)

An animated series for tamariki about two little kororā living their lives between the moving of the tides. (R)

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)

The reddest Aorangi in the Solar System, join Ihi as he learns how Matawhero gets its colour. (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)

KINA Ko Rangitoto kei runga, ko Te Waitematā kei raro, Hinewai and Hine Te Kura head out to Rangitoto with Hinerapa Rupuha to dive for kina, learning how to safely open and prepare them before enjoyi

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)

Shorter, sharper and cooler, Pūkana has been reinvented for our digitally savvy tamariki and taiohi (R)

A fusion of haka and tamariki awesome-ness with Te Nūtube stars Atareta and Te Haakura. (R)

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

NEW: Made for the iwi by the iwi, an authentic collection of distinctive korero from around the motu. Tonight: Nga reo a Te Tairawhiti.

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)

Investigates the latest scientific research into alcohol, challenging long-held assumptions about drinking, health and addiction.

A young African-American man grapples with identity and sexuality while growing up in a rough Miami neighborhood.

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

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

The reddest Aorangi in the Solar System, join Ihi as he learns how Matawhero gets its colour. (R)

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

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)

Reversioned into reo Māori. Follows the adventures of two friends living in pre-historic Aotearoa NZ. (R)

An animated series for tamariki about two little kororā living their lives between the moving of the tides. (R)

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)

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)

Shorter, sharper and cooler, Pūkana has been reinvented for our digitally savvy tamariki and taiohi (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)

KINA Ko Rangitoto kei runga, ko Te Waitematā kei raro, Hinewai and Hine Te Kura head out to Rangitoto with Hinerapa Rupuha to dive for kina, learning how to safely open and prepare them before enjoyi

On her tenth birthday Māia gets a big surprise when she discovers she can talk to horses. (R)

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

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

Revisit the performance of rōpū from the 2026 Senior Kapa Haka Regional Competition. (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 Wetini Mitai-Ngatai. (R)

Driven by a quest for self-understanding, filmmaker Alexis Smith joins a secret network dedicated to contac????ng extraterrestrial life. When she encounters something that pushes her to the edge of be

NEW: Te Karere journalist Harata Brown, covers local Muriwhenua stories while remaining deeply connected to her whanau, iwi and whenua.

A compelling mix of current affairs investigations, human interest and arts and culture stories. (R)

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)

The award-winning feature documentary Plastic People investigates our addiction to plastic and the growing threat of microplastics on human health (R)

REWIND is a music video series with curated NZ and Reo Māori music. It also has 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)

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

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)

Reversioned into reo Māori. Follows the adventures of two friends living in pre-historic Aotearoa NZ. (R)

An animated series for tamariki about two little kororā living their lives between the moving of the tides. (R)

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)

With the help of Aroha we learn more about the biggest planet in the Solar System, Kōpūnui. (R)

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

TUNA Kei hea te tuna? Hinewai and Hine Te Kura head to Ruatoki to join the Apiata whānau, where they observe hot to set a hīnaki, prepare tuna, the cook and taste this treasured taonga for the first

Niua and Hura travel to Tāmaki Makaurau to uncover the story behind a cave located in Piha where the taniwhā Kaiwhare lived. (R)

Shorter, sharper and cooler, Pūkana has been reinvented for our digitally savvy tamariki and taiohi (R)

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

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

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)

A compelling mix of current affairs investigations, human interest and arts and culture stories. (R)

Keelan and Peter trace ancestral footsteps at the Wairau Bar, Hamuera shares stories of weaving and colonisation at Rotomairewhenua, and Lee-Ann and Todd inspire indigenous care through waka ama. (R)

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)

The award-winning feature documentary Plastic People investigates our addiction to plastic and the growing threat of microplastics on human health (R)

Revisit the performance of rōpū from the 2026 Senior Kapa Haka Regional Competition. (R)

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

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

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

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

With the help of Aroha we learn more about the biggest planet in the Solar System, Kōpūnui. (R)

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

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)

Reversioned into reo Māori. Follows the adventures of two friends living in pre-historic Aotearoa NZ. (R)

An animated series for tamariki about two little kororā living their lives between the moving of the tides. (R)

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)

Niua and Hura travel to Tāmaki Makaurau to uncover the story behind a cave located in Piha where the taniwhā Kaiwhare lived. (R)

Shorter, sharper and cooler, Pūkana has been reinvented for our digitally savvy tamariki and taiohi (R)

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

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

TUNA Kei hea te tuna? Hinewai and Hine Te Kura head to Ruatoki to join the Apiata whānau, where they observe hot to set a hīnaki, prepare tuna, the cook and taste this treasured taonga for the first

Rangatahi Māori showcase a popular combat sport in mau rākau. Teams come together to compete and fight as our tūpuna once did. It's exciting, thrilling and authentically Māori. (R)

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

Not the type to be ‘ghosted’ Kahu shows up at Tomai’s house to confront him. Instead she finds Miri in a flap trying to capture the injured kererū. Tomai’s been arrested for the disappearance

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)

Tūhoe Tuawhenua Trust is committed to ensuring that Ruatāhuna is a thriving community, reconnecting their people with their whenua and whakapapa. (R)

NEW: NZ's longest-running, bilingual, weekly current affairs show returns for 2026, featuring a Māori perspective on politics and culture.

LIVE: Maori Electorate Debate - Ikaroa Rawhiti. Featuring candidates from all the main political parties. Moderated by Maiki Sherman and Julian Wilcox.

NEW: From the Amazon to the Nile, the world’s great rivers create rich habitats that sustain remarkable wildlife

Capturing the pace, excitement and personalities that come with hunting wild game in the stunning outdoors of Aotearoa. (R)

Rapaera Black, born and bred in the Tuhoe Valley, still carries on the legacy of traditional fermented Māori kai. He is a born hunter-gatherer known locally as Tuna Dundee. (R)

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)

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)

REWIND is a music video series with curated NZ and Reo Māori music. It also has 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.

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

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.

Reversioned into reo Māori. Follows the adventures of two friends living in pre-historic Aotearoa NZ.

An animated series for tamariki about two little kororā living their lives between the moving of the tides.

Island of Mystery is an animation series that features Josh and his boisterous dog Kazumi as they unwittingly crash back 700 years in time.

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.

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

HĪ IKA Mahi Tika Ana! Heads back to Te Tai Tokerau this time to the Bay of Islands. With the guidance of mātanga Eli Smith, Hinewai and Hine Te Kura go head-to-head in a friendly competition to catc

Niua and Hura travel to Te Hokianga-nui-ā-Kupe to uncover the story one of most well-known fortified Pā of Ngāpuhi.

Shorter, sharper and cooler, Pūkana has been reinvented for our digitally savvy tamariki and taiohi

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

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

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

NZ's longest-running, bilingual, weekly current affairs show returns for 2026, featuring a Māori perspective on politics and culture.

From the Amazon to the Nile, the world’s great rivers create rich habitats that sustain remarkable wildlife

Rahui Papa discusses Māori proverbs with tribal authorities on the subject. To begin the show, language experts brainstorm about the benefits of these proverbs.

Rapaera Black, born and bred in the Tuhoe Valley, still carries on the legacy of traditional fermented Māori kai. He is a born hunter-gatherer known locally as Tuna Dundee.

Celebrating the diversity of hunter-gatherers from around Aotearoa. Shannon Neho is off of the Rangiputa entrance soft baiting for snapper while Gavin shows us why he's at the top of his game.

Maori Electorate Debate - Ikaroa Rawhiti. Featuring candidates from all the main political parties. Moderated by Maiki Sherman and Julian Wilcox.

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

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

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

Featuring McAuley High School, Whakaata Māori presents performances from the Māori Stage of ASB Polyfest 2025, as the festival marks 50 years of rangatahi excellence.

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.

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

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.

Reversioned into reo Māori. Follows the adventures of two friends living in pre-historic Aotearoa NZ.

An animated series for tamariki about two little kororā living their lives between the moving of the tides.

Island of Mystery is an animation series that features Josh and his boisterous dog Kazumi as they unwittingly crash back 700 years in time.

Niua and Hura travel to Te Hokianga-nui-ā-Kupe to uncover the story one of most well-known fortified Pā of Ngāpuhi.

Shorter, sharper and cooler, Pūkana has been reinvented for our digitally savvy tamariki and taiohi

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)

Annette is helping her dear friend Kaye marry her sweetheart of 19 years in their hometown of Ōpōtiki. With Kaye in a wheelchair and bad weather, will all the planning be for nothing?

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

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

NEW: Hosted by Mātai Smith. The ultimate Māori language showdown where the sharpest minds, quickest wits, and cheekiest tongues battle it out to see who is the ultimate clever dickie.

NEW: Haka Hopefuls is a laugh out loud, heart-warming mockumentary that follows two aspiring kaihaka vying for a spot with Angitu to compete at this year's Tāmaki Regionals. A high-octane digital ser

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.

Dreams and reality keep merging for Ārepa and while the party seemed like a good distraction, Ārepa is starting to realise she can’t escape whatever it is that is happening.

A ten-cent mix, a gobstopper or two, a quick run down to the dairy for mum and pocketing the change - all part of growing up Kiwi. This documentary tells the story of the person behind the counter. (R

Once self-conscious of her fair skin, pop singer YAHYAH finally lets go of her insecurities and sings in te reo Māori to honour her heritage and connect with her late mother.

NEW: Braving a recent breakup, host Shane Chartrand visits the Blood Tribe to cook a bison heart over an open fire. Combining rare zhylem syrup harvested from balsam poplar trees, a phenomenon which o

NEW: Elli Anne wakes up covered in bruises with no memory of the night before. She tells no one. But the whole town is already talking about her and the school's golden boy.

Born and raised to seek revenge and reclaim his birthright, Tūwhakairiora grows into a ruthless lone wolf. But given his enemy’s rise, he will need allies – fast.

NEW: Reluctantly following in their father's footsteps, Everett and Eric Saunders run a dysfunctional office-moving company, Shazam Moving.

REWIND is a music video series with curated NZ and Reo Māori music. It also has old music videos updated with graphic factoids.

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.

Revisit the performance of rōpū from the 2026 Senior Kapa Haka Regional Competition.

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)

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

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)

NEW: Reversioned into reo Māori. Follows the adventures of two friends living in pre-historic Aotearoa NZ.

An animated series for tamariki about two little kororā living their lives between the moving of the tides. (R)

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)

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

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

PĪ Deep in the heart of Ruatāhuna, Hinewai and Hine Te Kura spend the day with Koro Taawi at Manawa Honey. From getting up close and personal with the queen bee to seeing how honey is processed, they follow the journey from hive to jar before sampling the delicious range of products Manawa Honey have to offer. (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)

NEW: Shorter, sharper and cooler, Pūkana has been reinvented for our digitally savvy tamariki and taiohi

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 Kaaterama Pou as they celebrate music through a distinctly Māori lens. Dive into the spoken word poetry world with Stevie Davis-Tana. (R)

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

Hosts Piri Weepu and Matua Parkinson travel around Aotearoa to see what some of our sporting heroes have been up too. Piri catches up with his mate and ex-All Black, Neemia Tialata. (R)

Composer Greg Henderson explains to us the history of attacks on Waikato and how we must, to this day, stand together for the betterment of all. (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)

Kura Life - Bullies, bilingual brains, and being a good teacher. (R)

A ten-cent mix, a gobstopper or two, a quick run down to the dairy for mum and pocketing the change - all part of growing up Kiwi. This documentary tells the story of the person behind the counter. (R)

An uplifting portrait of happiness sustaining people and their community. (R)

Ki Tua is a podcast with a difference, covering current events and important issues through to formative moments in their lives. (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)

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

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

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

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)

Reversioned into reo Māori. Follows the adventures of two friends living in pre-historic Aotearoa NZ. (R)

An animated series for tamariki about two little kororā living their lives between the moving of the tides. (R)

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)

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)

Shorter, sharper and cooler, Pūkana has been reinvented for our digitally savvy tamariki and taiohi (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)

PĪ Deep in the heart of Ruatāhuna, Hinewai and Hine Te Kura spend the day with Koro Taawi at Manawa Honey. From getting up close and personal with the queen bee to seeing how honey is processed, they follow the journey from hive to jar before sampling the delicious range of products Manawa Honey have to offer. (R)

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.

Amiiria Stirling recalls her early life with her kōkā and kaumatua, working for the local Pākehā land owner Sydney Thomas Williams; and gives an account of the naming of Ruatōria. (R)

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

Our favourite flavours of the Pacific are presented in a Fresh Poly-platter in this series dedicated to inspiring Islanders worldwide. (R)

Troy is embraced by the people who fought for Matakana island as it stands today and who are planting the seeds for what it could be tomorrow. (R)

Revisit the performance of rōpū from the 2026 Senior Kapa Haka Regional Competition.

Zane Wedding, a world-class tree climber, finds himself torn between his dream of becoming a champion and his duty to protect ancient trees and vulnerable communies. (R)

Karen and Kyle are on alert after the network decide only one host is required for next year. (R)

When a land claim faces opposition, Kaea Williams is drawn into a world rich in heritage and mystery. The past and the present collide in unexpected ways. (R)

Heps and Taaps throw a huge party at their flat. Ma insists she's a changed woman, Pua meets a potential lover, and Taaps tries his best to ask someone out. (R)

NEW: Excited for their annual trip to Winnipeg’s big agricultural fair, The Red River Ex, Paul and the gang fly out of Grouse Lake full of excitement for their big adventure.

Kid is on the hunt for Ata as she spirals out of control. Booms drops a bomb on everyone as Hemi makes plans to bring Kuini home to Te Pā. Haki finally chooses what he wants in life. (R)

REWIND is a music video series with curated NZ and Reo Māori music. It also has old music videos updated with graphic factoids. (R)

This is a placeholder programme for this channel, as no airings could be found for this timeslot. For more information see https://nzxmltv.com.

Whakaata Maori specialises in the stories of Aotearoa. Be entertained and informed with news, current affairs, sports, drama, documentaries and more. Visit www.maoriplus.co.nz

Whakaata Maori specialises in the stories of Aotearoa. Be entertained and informed with news, current affairs, sports, drama, documentaries and more. Visit www.maoriplus.co.nz

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)

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

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)

NEW: Reversioned into reo Māori. Follows the adventures of two friends living in pre-historic Aotearoa NZ.

An animated series for tamariki about two little kororā living their lives between the moving of the tides. (R)

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)

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

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

HĀNGĪ ME TE POUNAMU From the heart of Te Ika a Māui to the heart of Te Waka a Māui, Hinewai and Hine Te Kura travel south to Hokitika for a day with Te Rua Mason. From gathering watercress for the hāngī to identifying pounamu at the Arahura River, they discover the stories and traditions behind two treasured taonga. (R)

Niua and Hura travel to Tāmaki Makaurau to uncover the story behind the rock formation at Karekare beach called ‘Te Kākāwhakaara.’ (R)

NEW: Shorter, sharper and cooler, Pūkana has been reinvented for our digitally savvy tamariki and taiohi

A fusion of haka and tamariki awesome-ness with Te Nūtube stars Atareta and Te Haakura. (R)

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

Join Tiare Tawera and Pohoira Iopata for Māori stories, life hacks, recipes, health tips, DIY ideas and more. Te Arahi and Jade Maipi talk to us about their business, Mahi Tahi. (R)

Amiiria Stirling recalls her early life with her kōkā and kaumatua, working for the local Pākehā land owner Sydney Thomas Williams; and gives an account of the naming of Ruatōria. (R)

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 finest teams as they bring te reo, identity, and tradition to the stage. This is haka at its finest! (R)

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

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

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. (R)

Unfortunately for the Reo Āwhina crew things are about to take a turn for the worse. (R)

From haka to anthem—Te Arawa shares the stories behind powerful songs that preserve our past and move hearts worldwide. (R)

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

Renee and Wiremu try their best to take on Haka expert, Tiahuia. (R)

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

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

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)

Reversioned into reo Māori. Follows the adventures of two friends living in pre-historic Aotearoa NZ. (R)

An animated series for tamariki about two little kororā living their lives between the moving of the tides. (R)

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)

Niua and Hura travel to Tāmaki Makaurau to uncover the story behind the rock formation at Karekare beach called ‘Te Kākāwhakaara.’ (R)

Shorter, sharper and cooler, Pūkana has been reinvented for our digitally savvy tamariki and taiohi (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)

HĀNGĪ ME TE POUNAMU From the heart of Te Ika a Māui to the heart of Te Waka a Māui, Hinewai and Hine Te Kura travel south to Hokitika for a day with Te Rua Mason. From gathering watercress for the hāngī to identifying pounamu at the Arahura River, they discover the stories and traditions behind two treasured taonga. (R)

Join Tiare Tawera and Pohoira Iopata for Māori stories, life hacks, recipes, health tips, DIY ideas and more. The best gardening stories of the season. (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)

Revisit the performance of rōpū from the 2026 Senior Kapa Haka Regional Competition.

After months of early morning trainings, pushing their bodies to the limit, race day has finally arrived. But before the teams can look to the finals, they must get through the heats first. (R)

NEW: An unscripted un-filtered and unparalleled aged Māori humour. Youth is a gift of nature, getting old is a work of art. Ngau Tuarā features some of our most outspoken and prolific koeke, who take on not-so-age appropriate challenges and activities.

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 him every step of the way. (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 polar elements and emotional trials along the way. (R)

PREMIERE: Ryan Gosling and Russell Crowe form an unlikely, bumbling partnership in 1970s Los Angeles to solve the case of a missing girl and a dead adult film star.

REWIND is a music video series with curated NZ and Reo Māori music. It also has old music videos updated with graphic factoids. (R)

This is a placeholder programme for this channel, as no airings could be found for this timeslot. For more information see https://nzxmltv.com.

Whakaata Maori specialises in the stories of Aotearoa. Be entertained and informed with news, current affairs, sports, drama, documentaries and more. Visit www.maoriplus.co.nz

Whakaata Maori specialises in the stories of Aotearoa. Be entertained and informed with news, current affairs, sports, drama, documentaries and more. Visit www.maoriplus.co.nz

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)

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

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

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

Reversioned into reo Māori. Follows the adventures of two friends living in pre-historic Aotearoa NZ.

An animated series for tamariki about two little kororā living their lives between the moving of the tides. (R)

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)

With the help of Aroha we learn all about the mighty mako and the many types found in the depths of the moana. (R)

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

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)

In this episode, Whiti Te Rā, from Hoani Waititi, is up against Tū from our host rohe of Te Arawa. (R)

A fusion of haka and tamariki awesome-ness with Te Nūtube stars Atareta and Te Haakura. (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 polar elements and emotional trials along the way. (R)

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

Black Ferns co-captain Ruahei Demant returns to her small town roots in search of poi inspiration while the 15s players prepare for the End of Year tour and a re-match with England’s Roses. (R)

The 2026 NZSS Basketball Nationals live from Palmerston North Events Centre.

Kava "˜o Aotearoa, a collective of Pasifika cultural leaders, reactivates the ancient Tu'i Tonga kava ceremony for contemporary use in Aotearoa in a way that honours tangata whenua. (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)

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)

NZ's longest-running, bilingual, weekly current affairs show returns for 2026, featuring a Māori perspective on politics and culture.

Derek explores Tūrama, a whare which embeds whakapapa into the built form creating a connection to a place beyond where the eye can see. (R)

Multi-dimensional artist Graham Hoete (Ngāti Te Rangi, Ngāti Ranginui, Ngāti Awa) reveals the origins and process of his unique kōwhaiwhai flow. (R)

Rising RnB singer Mikey Dam seeks healing by translating his deeply personal song 'Somebody' into te reo Māori and in the process rediscovers a whole new part of himself. (R)

Papamoa-based celebrants Iripa and Jess take control of a Māori wedding in Te Papaioea. The vows, the rehearsal, and the weather are only a few of the challenges that keep them on their toes. (R)

Te Amareretai shares her experience of raising a pēpi on her own, discussing the joys and struggles of solo parenting and the support she relies on from her whānau. (R)

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

Clara travels to Whangārei to check out Northland's only other preschool for disabled kids, Kind Hands. Then in Kaikohe, a crew of wāhine toa transform the play area into a forest of wonders. (R)