Whakaata Māori

A lonely boy escapes to an island of talking creatures where he becomes their king. (R)

A teenager discovers a terrifying supernatural force rooted in ancient folklore. A chilling horror that blends cultural mythology with modern scare.

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. (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)

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

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

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)

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

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

A lonely boy escapes to an island of talking creatures where he becomes their king. (R)

Seeking joy after a life-threatening diagnosis, a determined father attempts one last adventure with his daughter: an ambitious bike ride that will push them to physical and emotional limits. (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)

NEW: 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 hits the ocean to witness a state-of the art ship- safety program for native youths, then sees how indigenous “controlled burns” can stop forest fires, before visiting Niagara Falls to reveal its vital link to indigenous folks. (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)

Performer and writer Reuben Butler and his partner, ditch the city for the whānau farm to raise their first child, bringing his popular kids T.V. show ‘Buzz the Cuzz’ to the FFN. (R)

The Great Barrier Reef is one of the natural wonders of the world and the largest living structure on our planet. (R)

The people of Moa Island have always been farmers and gardeners and Aaron meets up with an old friend to learn how these traditions are being continued today. (R)

Kānga pirau has a reputation that scares people long before they taste it, but Kia shares with Tammy Davis this infamous classic in a culinary reinvention. He then joins legendary fisherman Bill Hohepa to make toroi two ways - the traditionaland modern. (R)

After disconnecting from Te Ao Māori in his teens, Chase Woods follows in the footsteps of his Māori ‘superheroes’ to reclaim his personal journey. (R)

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

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)

NEW: Set against the harsh winter backdrop of northern Europe, the film follows Player on a relentless quest to discover and confront some of the world's most violent and unpredictable waves.

Beneath the water, a toxic algae silently spreads, suffocating the lifeforce of the seafloor, its reach a creeping shadow over Aotearoa's ocean depths. (R)

Join the fluffy gentle giant, Motmot, as he navigates life through the bleak world of Strugart until one day his life is drastically turned upside down by an unknown creature, a human boy. (R)

PREMIERE: In this touching drama, a quiet Tokyo cleaner finds beauty in routine and small moments of connection.

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 performing arts.

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

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)

Wet sheets and iron seal the earth oven, anticipation simmering alongside the fire. Then Moeariki and Hiramai join Matua Hugo on a fishing adventure. (R)

RARANGA From one treasured taonga to another, Hinewai and Hine Te Kura spend the day with Krystal Worters, exploring the whakapapa of harakeke or kōrari. From harvesting and preparing the rau to weaving something beautiful, they realise that raranga is a practice, focus and creativity. (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

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

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

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.

Set against the harsh winter backdrop of northern Europe, the film follows Player on a relentless quest to discover and confront some of the world's most violent and unpredictable waves.

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)

In this touching drama, a quiet Tokyo cleaner finds beauty in routine and small moments of connection.

A series of six sustainability-focused short films by emerging young film-makers form Aotearoa New Zealand. (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.

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 Rakau and Talking Pond Koka 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)

Wet sheets and iron seal the earth oven, anticipation simmering alongside the fire. Then Moeariki and Hiramai join Matua Hugo on a fishing adventure. (R)

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

RARANGA From one treasured taonga to another, Hinewai and Hine Te Kura spend the day with Krystal Worters, exploring the whakapapa of harakeke or kōrari. From harvesting and preparing the rau to weaving something beautiful, they realise that raranga is a practice, focus and creativity. (R)

When Māia complains to Wairua that her special gift is driving her crazy, Puti misinterprets her words and runs away. But wise words from Matua Romeo calms the situation. (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)

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)

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

Wally Haumaha spent 40 years in the police force, where he played a pivotal role in major historical events and worked tirelessly to strengthen the relationship between Māori and police. (R)

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

NEW: In Houhora, the Bates Brothers fish from a DIY waka and hunt pigs in the forest. It’s a high-octane mix of living off the land, fight training, and burning rubber.

NEW: A compelling mix of current affairs investigations, human interest and arts and culture stories.

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.

PREMIERE: Widely hailed as one of the greatest concert films ever made, it captures Talking Heads at their electrifying best, fronted by David Byrne.

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

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)

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

Fishing fun and feasting. Moe and Hiramai reel in joy with awesome catches. The irresistible lure of the puia hangi welcomes them home. (R)

PAIHAMU Back in the Whārua, Hinewai and Hine Te Kura discover the importance of kaitiakitanga and caring for the ngahere. Guided by Matua Bill, they learn how to set kati paihamu before taking on a friendly challenge with Nohorangi and Kara to see who can collect the most possum fur. (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

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)

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)

Kahu reflects on community and mātauranga at Te Āwhina Marae before the journey moves through Shannon’s kaupapa of He Kai Kei Aku Ringa, waka ama with Lee-Ann and Todd, carving with Roni, and Maia’s art in Nelson. (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)

Widely hailed as one of the greatest concert films ever made, it captures Talking Heads at their electrifying best, fronted by David Byrne.

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

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 Rakau and Talking Pond Koka 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)

Fishing fun and feasting. Moe and Hiramai reel in joy with awesome catches. The irresistible lure of the puia hangi welcomes them home. (R)

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

PAIHAMU Back in the Whārua, Hinewai and Hine Te Kura discover the importance of kaitiakitanga and caring for the ngahere. Guided by Matua Bill, they learn how to set kati paihamu before taking on a friendly challenge with Nohorangi and Kara to see who can collect the most possum fur. (R)

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)

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

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)

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! (R)

NEW: In this stunning series journey across the tropics, where animals and plants evolve in isolation in remote islands.

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

Amber Smith and Josh Timms head out of Whangārei on the hunt for snapper, while Gavin Wairau flies into the Kaweka Ranges in search of the elusive sika deer. (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)

Four city slickers get out of their comfort zones and connect with their whenua and whānau. The boys visit Motiti Island to connect Xavier to his whenua for the first time. (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)

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

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

The whanau clears a tree with Ahu's cautionary foot-safety tale. Hiramai keeps the rhythm with a parapapa song while Moe muscles the wheelbarrow. (R)

RUKU KŪTAI Hinewai and Hine Te Kura return to Te Peōwhairangi, where they head out to Te Moana o PIkopiko i Whiti with Tāmati Rākena to dive for kūtai. Along the way, they share some laughs, pick up new skills as well as a couple kupu hou specific to Te Tai Tokerau. (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)

NEW: 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. (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)

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

In this stunning series journey across the tropics, where animals and plants evolve in isolation in remote islands.

NEW: It is wrong to think that proverbs do not affiliate to the female gender, when it is indeed this topic that stems from various 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. (R)

Celebrating the diversity of hunter-gatherers from around Aotearoa. A look back over the most compelling hunts, from smashing Kingys in the north, to hunting goats and pigs in Tokoroa. (R)

Māori General Electoral Debate. Featuring candidates from all the main political parties. Moderated by Maiki Sherman and Julian Wilcox. (R)

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

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

Featuring Te Rōpū Kapa Haka o Hato Kēneti - St Kentigern College, Whakaata Māori presents performances from the Māori Stage of ASB Polyfest 2025, as the festival marks 50 years of rangatahi excellence. (R)

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

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

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

NEW: Tāne-nui-ā-Rangi wharenui belies the story of the struggle for a Māori presence in an academic environment. After a fight that spanned decades, Paki Harrison was able to create a peaceful space for all students for generations to come at Auckland University.

Professional entertainer Luke Bird loves being the centre of attention but this week he shares the stage with a beautiful couple in Tāhuna. (R)

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

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 series that promises to deliver heart, hilarity and haka!

Georgia Lines opens up about her uncertainty as Pākehā taking on the challenge of performing in te reo Māori. (R)

With India’s help and research money from Dr Sabine, Ārepa has finally found a way to get to Antarctica. However mysterious forces seem determined to stop her. (R)

Turia CHATS with Montel Tivoli about life, haka, hauora and how he turned “iLovit” from a mindset into a movement. (R)

Ani and Rangipare team up with Kamaea Hakaraia to break down the anatomy of the vulva and the kupu that we use, with laughs, honesty, and kore whakamā. (R)

Aaron travels to Thursday Island in the Kaywalagal region, home of the Kaurareg people and the administrative hub of the Torres Strait region. (R)

NEW: One year after the death of their friend, four Native teens commit crimes to fund their efforts to leave their home in rural Oklahoma.

NEW: Elli Anne begs Sajje to help her find proof, but Sajje betrays her. Lemet threatens to out Issát. Both are being silenced, from opposite sides.

On the eve of the deciding battle, Tūwhakairiora is caught up in unexpected mind games with an enemy that’s never been stronger, and a last minute side mission ends badly. (R)

NEW: As time runs out to find the missing boys, pressure mounts on Shevorne to reveal what she knows.

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

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)

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)

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

Hangi clean-up, whanau fun. The boys learn community spirit by cleaning the steam hangi area. Laughter and lessons blend as they honour the whenua and strengthen their whanau bond. (R)

TARAUTE There's only one Koro Rap in Ruatoki, and Hinewai and Hine Te Kura go back to spend time with him once again. This time, they take a trip down Ōhinemataroa to fish for taraute, where Koro Rap shares value of manaakitanga through kai, and teaches them how to really smoke a fish. A first taste of smoked ika leaves Hine Te Kura pleasantly suprised. (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)

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 Jordyn With A Why as they celebrate music through a distinctly Māori lens. Pere Wihongi discusses the many facets of kapa haka. (R)

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

Hosts Piri Weepu and Matua Parkinson travel around Aotearoa to see what some of our sporting heroes have been up too. Mutts catches up with ex-NZ Māori Captain Deon Muir. (R)

Tatai Henare explains to us the simplicity involved in his composition and his philosophies on storytelling. (R)

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 decorating. Wasi, Tipene and Thomas Rangihuna battle for (hypothetical) NZ Idol crown. It’s back to Rainbow’s End, for Rahera Hoterene, Tukoroirangi Morgan and Wasi. (R)

Teen Romance - Are Māori teens romantic? (R)

A new crew threatens the Reservation Dogs while they try and make some money selling meat pies outside the local IHS Clinic.

The eclectic singer Kristi Lane Sinclair (Haida/Cree) shares her emotional journey of returning home to Haida Gwaii to find love and forgiveness. Directed by Shane Belcourt & Sean Stiller. (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.

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 Rakau and Talking Pond Koka 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 story behind the original name of Mokoia island, ‘Te Motu Tapu a Tinirau’. (R)

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

Hangi clean-up, whanau fun. The boys learn community spirit by cleaning the steam hangi area. Laughter and lessons blend as they honour the whenua and strengthen their whanau bond. (R)

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

TARAUTE There's only one Koro Rap in Ruatoki, and Hinewai and Hine Te Kura go back to spend time with him once again. This time, they take a trip down Ōhinemataroa to fish for taraute, where Koro Rap shares value of manaakitanga through kai, and teaches them how to really smoke a fish. A first taste of smoked ika leaves Hine Te Kura pleasantly suprised. (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.

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)

For over 100 years Mataatua wharepuni was uprooted from its home soil in Whakatāne, over 100 years in which Ngāti Awa could not be there to keep its fires burning. Ngāti Awa still mourns. Let the ancestral carvings of the house that came home arise! Arise! (R)

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

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)

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

Short and sharp comedy skits from a Maori perspective. Featuring Reo Grammar Police, Heeeey Tiki, The Real Hui and Appropriation Boardroom. (R)

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

Ma and Pua practise for Pua's upcoming interview. Taaps asks his Nan for advice on how to deal with Heps. An emotionally lost Ma gets some surprisingly solid advice from a stranger. (R)

NEW: Paul sets out to prove Jo wrong when she bets him $1,000 that his rekindled relationship with Rose won’t last a week.

B-Rad makes himself useful at Te Pā. Hemi makes a big decision to help Rua. Ata loses the plot while the Haus of La Renta put on a special show. (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)

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 all about the mighty mako and the many types found in the depths of the moana. (R)

Future gardens take root. The season wraps with a celebration of hard mahi and the joy of whanau connection. (R)

HĪ IKA ME TE KŪTAI Mahi Tika Ana! Terenga 2 comes to a close on the stunning southwest coast of Te Waipounamu, in Mahi Tahi with Kahuraki Mahuika and his whānau. In a remote corner of the coast, Hinewai and Hine Te Kura discover a day filled with fishing, gathering kūtai and cooking together over a beachside fire. Through shared mahi and shared kai, they experience the true spirit of whanaungatang

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

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)

Featuring Te Tū Mataora, 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)

Toko J.A.B face-off against Te Tapuaekura o Hatupatu and Poohara Marae face Te Kōhanga o Tokomaru, fighting for a spot in the semi-finals. (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)

A Te Reo Game Show for Māori Language Week. (R)

Hukarere Māori Girls’ School marks 150 years, honouring resilience through challenges and triumphs, celebrating generations of wāhine toa who carried its legacy with strength, faith, and pride. (R)

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

Tyia and Tamihana do their best to test their haka knowledge up against haka expert Tom. (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)

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 Rakau and Talking Pond Koka 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 cliffs on west coast of Auckland. (R)

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

Future gardens take root. The season wraps with a celebration of hard mahi and the joy of whanau connection. (R)

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

HĪ IKA ME TE KŪTAI Mahi Tika Ana! Terenga 2 comes to a close on the stunning southwest coast of Te Waipounamu, in Mahi Tahi with Kahuraki Mahuika and his whānau. In a remote corner of the coast, Hinewai and Hine Te Kura discover a day filled with fishing, gathering kūtai and cooking together over a beachside fire. Through shared mahi and shared kai, they experience the true spirit of whanaungatang

Join Tiare Tawera and Pohoira Iopata for Māori stories, life hacks, recipes, health tips, DIY ideas and more. The best business 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.

The ultimate game show where Haka freaks battle it out. Toitū Te Tiriti - Muriwhenua vs Muriwhenua. (R)

NEW: Ngau Tuara travels Aotearoa visiting our most outspoken kaumatua as they take on bold, not-so-age-appropriate challenges. Old but never boring.

Kahu and Kingi are a young couple from Rotorua, dedicated to preserving the ancient Māori arts of weaving and carving. Together, they’re driven by a desire to uplift their community and leave a legacy for the next generation. (R)

Two unlikely heroes team up to stop an alien villain from destroying every planet in the galaxy. (R)

Georgia Lines opens up about her uncertainty as Pākehā taking on the challenge of performing in te reo Māori. (R)

Connected by blood but separated by circumstances, three cousins spend a lifetime in search of each other. (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

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. (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)

We take a deep dive into the ocean exploring the interesting world of whales with Kamaka along for the ride. (R)

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

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

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)

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)

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

Two unlikely heroes team up to stop an alien villain from destroying every planet in the galaxy. (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)

Luka and Ruahei head to their homes before they fly out for the end of year tour. Last poi practices are held and the arrival in London includes a royal welcome and a move that goes viral. (R)

NEW: Koori Knockout is Rugby League at its best. Join us for one of the biggest Indigenous events and cultural gatherings of the year.

NEW: Koori Knockout is Rugby League at its best. Join us for one of the biggest Indigenous events and cultural gatherings of the year.

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)

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 visits post-quake Christchurch to see if the rebuild of our most quintessentially English city has shaken off its colonial past and embraced the rich Māori heritage of Ōtautahi. (R)

A family game show series with a heartland community feel. Hosts Luke Bird and Marcia Hopa take the show on the road. (R)

Wellington celebrant Richard Tankersly gets to wed one of his good mates in Akaroa. Despite living in different cities, the wedding planning has been a breeze until he arrives at the venue. (R)

Kalani and Te Rina highlight the importance of preserving and passing on their indigenous language and culture to their pēpi. (R)

Toko J.A.B face-off against Te Tapuaekura o Hatupatu and Poohara Marae face Te Kōhanga o Tokomaru, fighting for a spot in the semi-finals. (R)

Two years after Clara's big idea, she and her dedicated kaiako can get on with providing a safe haven, where the vulnerable yet super-capable tama ariki children can thrive. (R)

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

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