Whakaata Māori

Kori Club is a captivating series for 0-8-year-olds that marries the charm of "The Wiggles" with the magic of Te Ao Māori. (R)

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

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)

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

When an old ponaturi warrior outsmarts the group and escapes, Rangi blames herself and dives into the dangerous waters to follow it to its underwater lair. (R)

Under the watchful gaze of the mountain ranges, young Māori boys navigate their way through winter mahi. The boys prep the hāngi and Matua Ue gets his gumboots dirty. (R)

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

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

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)

A new chapter unfolds as the Moriori people rebuild their cultural traditions, language, identity and whakapapa. (R)

Since its 2019 debut, Te Ao with Moana has become 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

A collaboration with Kenya's Turkana-Ngaremara community that seeks to understand the experiences of a childhood lived within a traditional culture that is a casualty of climate change. (R)

Explores the current forestry situation in Te Tairāwhiti post Cyclone Gabrielle. (R)

Abandoned by the law, a woman’s flatmates struggle to protect her from a relentless stalker, forcing them all to become the protagonists in a real-life thriller. (R)

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

Muroki and RIIKI REID team up to record their first original composition in te reo Māori a heartfelt waiata for those going through a tough time. (R)

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

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

Kori Club is a captivating series for 0-8-year-olds that marries the charm of "The Wiggles" with the magic of Te Ao Māori. (R)

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

Takaro Tribe is an animated series for 0-6 year olds. We follow our cute characters as they enter the magical Alphabet Forest where our talking Papa Rakau and Talking Pond Koka live. (R)

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

When an old ponaturi warrior outsmarts the group and escapes, Rangi blames herself and dives into the dangerous waters to follow it to its underwater lair. (R)

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

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

Under the watchful gaze of the mountain ranges, young Māori boys navigate their way through winter mahi. The boys prep the hāngi and Matua Ue gets his gumboots dirty. (R)

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

Amazing content curated for rangatahi, whānau and pakeke. Made by the Mataora team. (R)

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)

Still reeling from Tomai’s betrayal, Kahu can’t understand why he hid crucial info about her mum. Determined to get answers she talks her way into the Whitehall mansion and snoops for clues, hitti

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)

Aro Tuakiri Part Two - Kaea is on a journey of self-discovery to be comfortable with his sexuality. His journey also inspires his debut single. (R)

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

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

NEW: As Shiray labours, unexpected challenges arise, forcing her and Gillies to confront a reality very different from the one they imagined.

NEW: 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.

NEW: Capturing the pace, excitement and personalities that come with hunting wild game in the stunning outdoors of Aotearoa.

A glimpse into the St. Laurent Métis nation on Lake Manitoba, taking viewers on a journey with the most active and talented hunters, trappers, and fishermen in the community. (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)

Hard-core band Bleeders' punk attitude and Ara Poutama Aotearoa - Department of Corrections come together in a surprising connection to improve the statistics of Māori incarceration and offending. (R

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

After realising the generational disconnect caused by her father's adoption, Jordyn with a Why has dedicated herself to revitalising te reo Māori within her whānau. (R)

Renowned tāmoko artist, Te Wehi Preston talks about the challenges and unseen realities of being a kaitā, including koha, who should receive moko, and burnout. (R)

Whakaata Māori specialises in the stories of Aotearoa. Be entertained and informed with news, current affairs, sports, drama, documentaries and much more.

Kori Club is a captivating series for 0-8-year-olds that marries the charm of "The Wiggles" with the magic of Te Ao Māori. (R)

Niua and Hura travel to Whangārei to uncover the story behind the sacred waters Ōtuihau. (R)

Takaro Tribe is an animated series for 0-6 year olds. We follow our cute characters as they enter the magical Alphabet Forest where our talking Papa Rakau and Talking Pond Koka live. (R)

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

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

Still trying to make up for her mistake, Rangi calls on mysterious friends in the mist to help them trick the ponaturi and get the godstick back. (R)

Under the watchful gaze of the mountain ranges, young Māori boys navigate their way through winter mahi. The boys saddle up with rodeo champion Mama Manu. (R)

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

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

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. (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.

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

As Shiray labours, unexpected challenges arise, forcing her and Gillies to confront a reality very different from the one they imagined. (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)

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)

Lifestyle series that celebrates the wide diversity of Māori hunters, fishers and gatherers from all around Aotearoa. (R)

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.

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

Professor John Moorfield's Māori language course supported by an interactive website. (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 Whānau o Tupuranga, Whakaata Māori presents performances from the Māori Stage of ASB Polyfest 2025, as the festival marks 50 years of rangatahi excellence. (R)

Kori Club is a captivating series for 0-8-year-olds that marries the charm of "The Wiggles" with the magic of Te Ao Māori. (R)

Niua and Hura travel to Whangārei to uncover the story behind the sacred waters Ōtuihau. (R)

Takaro Tribe is an animated series for 0-6 year olds. We follow our cute characters as they enter the magical Alphabet Forest where our talking Papa Rakau and Talking Pond Koka live. (R)

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

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

Still trying to make up for her mistake, Rangi calls on mysterious friends in the mist to help them trick the ponaturi and get the godstick back. (R)

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

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

Ko ngā putanga reo Māori o ngā pakiwaituihi reorua o Avatar.

The 2026 Super 8 1st XV & 2026 CNI 1st XV plus Other Sports to Whakaata Māori YouTube – MĀORI ACTIVE. (R)

A heart-warming factual reality tv series that follows Kaikohe mother, first language speaker Clara Aperahama Kopa and the journey to improve the life of her severely disabled son, Mungzy. (R)

Culinary rising star Sachie Nomura hosts this new cooking series celebrating Japanese cuisine and inspiring viewers at home with simple-to-make, amazing dishes. (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)

A half-hour youth documentary series where a host investigates Aboriginal linkages to ancient myths and legends. (R)

NEW: Robyn and Gidge arrive at Coober Pedy in search of Steve, bringing them face-to-face with Maxine and Robert, as well as two federal detectives determined to bring Robyn to justice.

A global race to discover the weird and wonderful wild hidden in our city streets. (R)

NEW: Turia CHATS with Tenga Rangitauira about dreams of being a presenter, haka pet peeves, and how life has shifted since becoming a Te Matatini champ.

A documentary that raises awareness about the personal and community impact of childhood cancer. (R)

NEW: Just like your period, we’re back again! In part 2 of our ikura kōrero, our hosts and Te Ataakura dive deeper into the menstrual cycle and taking care of ourselves!

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

In his new waiata, Reti Hedley of the indigenous soul music group IA delves into the beauty and self-assurance that te reo Māori can bestow upon its speakers. (R)

A showcase of New Zealand musicians performing entirely in te reo Māori. Presented by Amanda Ashton. (R)

Whakaata Māori specialises in the stories of Aotearoa. Be entertained and informed with news, current affairs, sports, drama, documentaries and much more.

Kori Club is a captivating series for 0-8-year-olds that marries the charm of "The Wiggles" with the magic of Te Ao Māori. (R)

Niua and Hura travel to Te Rotorua-nui-a-Kahumatamomoe to uncover the landmarks connected to the ancient love story of Hinemoa and Tutānekai. (R)

Takaro Tribe is an animated series for 0-6 year olds. We follow our cute characters as they enter the magical Alphabet Forest where our talking Papa Rakau and Talking Pond Koka live. (R)

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

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

Under the watchful gaze of the mountain ranges, young Māori boys navigate their way through winter mahi. Mama Manu shows the boys how to barrel race. (R)

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

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

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 presenters Te Aumihi Hohepa and Tawhanga Rika as they celebrate the world of Māori art. Leading Artists of whakairo and tārai pounamu, Maaka Toi and Whare Bidois share their experiences. (R)

APTN’s Digital Drum Studio Sessions provide an up-close and personal look at some of today’s hottest Indigenous artists and the process they use to create their music. (R)

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)

APTN’s Digital Drum Studio Sessions provide an up-close and personal look at some of today’s hottest Indigenous artists and the process they use to create their music. (R)

In his new waiata, Reti Hedley of the indigenous soul music group IA delves into the beauty and self-assurance that te reo Māori can bestow upon its speakers. (R)

Chef Sachie Nomura is in Auckland to taste the vibrant flavours of Pacific Island fine dining restaurant Tala, The Fresh Grower, a free-range chicken farm and Jungle 8. (R)

A half-hour youth documentary series where a host investigates Aboriginal linkages to ancient myths and legends. (R)

Emerging young singer Nikau Grace always felt judged, often being told she wasn't Māori enough. Now she is taking back her power and confidence in her Māori identity. (R)

Which team will be the Uka champions? (R)

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

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)

LIVE: The 2026 Super 8 1st XV & 2026 CNI 1st XV plus Other Sports to Whakaata Māori YouTube – MĀORI ACTIVE.

Kori Club is a captivating series for 0-8-year-olds that marries the charm of "The Wiggles" with the magic of Te Ao Māori. (R)

Niua and Hura travel to Te Rotorua-nui-a-Kahumatamomoe to uncover the landmarks connected to the ancient love story of Hinemoa and Tutānekai. (R)

Takaro Tribe is an animated series for 0-6 year olds. We follow our cute characters as they enter the magical Alphabet Forest where our talking Papa Rakau and Talking Pond Koka live. (R)

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

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

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

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

Under the watchful gaze of the mountain ranges, young Māori boys navigate their way through winter mahi. Mama Manu shows the boys how to barrel race. (R)

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

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)

LIVE: 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.

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)

Te Rangiaroha Huhana Clark, Heeni Sunderland and Iranui Haig talk of their experiences of the karanga, the kawa (practices) surrounding karanga, and how as young teenagers they were thrust into the ro

Nestled in the heart of Auckland city former Al Brown protege's Kyle Street and Jordan MacDonald's restaurant Culprit has been delivering their trolley service since 2016. (R)

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

Pio Terei is on a journey to discover Māori and Hawaiian indigenous connections through tourism. In this episode we visit, Anelekai Adventures, and Dive Tatapouri. (R)

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

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

A mock-reality series that follows the comic misadventures of a pair of metrosexual Māori men on their quest to find themselves an authentic Māori bride. (R)

Awa explores the role family plays within the queer community. Examining what that looks like for our whānau and consider how important it is to find your tribe in order to thrive. (R)

Pareihe, Te Hapuku and Tiakitai have built an army and with revenge on their minds, they return to Te Roto a Tara. Hihiko and Tarakawa's kinship is threatened. (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)

A Place To Stand - Should non Māori speak on marae? And why transwoman should karanga. (R)

Pateriki Te Rei, kaumātua of Ngāti Toa, Raukawa and Te Arawa talks about his life, from his birth in the far North to his recruitment into the New Zealand airforce. He recalls his return home from w

Whakaata Māori specialises in the stories of Aotearoa. Be entertained and informed with news, current affairs, sports, drama, documentaries and much more.

Kori Club is a captivating series for 0-8-year-olds that marries the charm of "The Wiggles" with the magic of Te Ao Māori. (R)

Niua and Hura travel to Tāmaki Makaurau to uncover the story behind how Rangitoto was carried from the West Coast of Tāmaki to the Te Waitematā Harbour. (R)

Takaro Tribe is an animated series for 0-6 year olds. We follow our cute characters as they enter the magical Alphabet Forest where our talking Papa Rakau and Talking Pond Koka live. (R)

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

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

Two clever cousins, Atareta and Te Haakura, share their world with their followers. (R)

Under the watchful gaze of the mountain ranges, young Māori boys navigate their way through winter mahi. The boys go to Tokaanu to catch the boat and go fishing on lake Taupo. (R)

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

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

Ngāti Whātua singer, MAJIC PĀORA, crafts music to inspire her iwi and provide a positive example for her tamariki. (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. Hine CEO, Miria Flavell, takes us through how she has built a successful business. (R)

Amiira Stirling talks of betrothal to Eruera Stirling, and the renewal of intertribal whakapapa through their marriage. (R)

Featuring Te Atawhai Puumanawa, 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

Fighting for a spot in the semi-finals, Rānui Primary take on Wairere Touch Club and Puurekireki Marae play against Kahotea Marae. (R)

Robert Reid and his mates set up OHMS, Organisation to Halt Military Service. They began a series of creative disruptive activities all over Aotearoa to overthrow Compulsory Military Training. (R)

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

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

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

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

Kori Club is a captivating series for 0-8-year-olds that marries the charm of "The Wiggles" with the magic of Te Ao Māori. (R)

Niua and Hura travel to Tāmaki Makaurau to uncover the story behind how Rangitoto was carried from the West Coast of Tāmaki to the Te Waitematā Harbour. (R)

Takaro Tribe is an animated series for 0-6 year olds. We follow our cute characters as they enter the magical Alphabet Forest where our talking Papa Rakau and Talking Pond Koka live. (R)

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

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

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

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

Under the watchful gaze of the mountain ranges, young Māori boys navigate their way through winter mahi. The boys go to Tokaanu to catch the boat and go fishing on lake Taupo. (R)

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

Follow reigning champions, Te Wharekura o Hoani Waititi Marae, as they compete against other kura tuarua at Ngā Kapa Haka Kura Tuarua o Aotearoa 2024 in Whakatū. (R)

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

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

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

Featuring Whāngārā Mai Tawhiti, Whakaata Māori presents Te Matatini o Te Kāhui Maunga - the ultimate celebration of haka excellence. Experience the passion, precision, and power of Aotearoa's fin

Haka fans compete against haka experts using their knowledge on everything kapa haka. (R)

Hamuera reflects on hapū weaving knowledge in Te Tauihu. We follow Kiley’s men’s wānanga, Kahu’s community mahi, Michael’s kaitiakitanga, Marnie’s healing through horses, waka ama's reviva

A bear and his animal friends embark on a journey to return a lost baby panda to its rightful home. (R)

A spirited New Zealand road caper featuring three accidental outlaws in a stolen yellow Mini, journeying across the country in a cheeky, media-fueled chase to find lost love and challenge conformity.

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

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

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

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

After a narrow escape, Kura realises she has no choice and sets off to find a way through the treacherous lava streams towards the misty maunga. (R)

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

Amaia is trapped as her suspicions come true and Nan makes a hard decision. (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)

Niua and Hura travel to Whangārei to uncover the story behind the sacred maunga Parihaka. (R)

Māori have always shared a spiritual connection to the whenua. In this episode, Hinewai and Hine Te Kura will join Awhitia Mihaere to discover the importance of native plants and their healing proper

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)

Tiaki taiao and kaitiakitanga are core values in te ao Māori, making it essential to pass on this knowledge. Tune in as Hinewai and Hine Te Kura learn about composting from Arohanui West. (R)

Communities give some much needed love to tired and run-down kōhanga across New Zealand. (R)

A bear and his animal friends embark on a journey to return a lost baby panda to its rightful home. (R)

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.

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)

LIVE: The 2026 Super 8 1st XV & 2026 CNI 1st XV plus Other Sports to Whakaata Māori YouTube – MĀORI ACTIVE.

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. (R)

John Scott's architectural legacy thrives in Te-Matau-a-Māui as his son Jacob and grandaughter Hana weave themes of whānau, landscape and innovation. (R)

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

Mini-series exploring the deep connection that Māori have with water. Surfers Maioha Kelly and Jordan Waiti provide surf lessons, using mātauranga Māori to strengthen the connection to Tangaroa. (R

Hard-core band Bleeders' punk attitude and Ara Poutama Aotearoa - Department of Corrections come together in a surprising connection to improve the statistics of Māori incarceration and offending. (R

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

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

Fighting for a spot in the semi-finals, Rānui Primary take on Wairere Touch Club and Puurekireki Marae play against Kahotea Marae. (R)

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

A half-hour youth documentary series where a host investigates Aboriginal linkages to ancient myths and legends. (R)

An explorer helps a lonely Sasquatch find his long-lost relatives in the fabled Shangri-La. (R)

Released from prison under the CIA’s deal, Rambo returns to Vietnam to verify POW presences—but disregards orders and launches a solo assault to free captive soldiers. (R)

Abandoned by the law, a woman’s flatmates struggle to protect her from a relentless stalker, forcing them all to become the protagonists in a real-life thriller. (R)

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

Whakaata Māori specialises in the stories of Aotearoa. Be entertained and informed with news, current affairs, sports, drama, documentaries and much more.

Kori Club is a captivating series for 0-8-year-olds that marries the charm of "The Wiggles" with the magic of Te Ao Māori. (R)

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

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

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

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

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

The truth comes out and Tai and Amaia mend their friendship. The crew go on a mission to stop Grace and Pāora Patero's evil plan. (R)

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

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

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

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

An explorer helps a lonely Sasquatch find his long-lost relatives in the fabled Shangri-La. (R)

Dr. Wayne Ngata from the East Coast. We will hear stories about his upbringing in Te Tairāwhiti, as well as insights from his deep knowledge of Māori education, where he shares his reflections and

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

A half-hour youth documentary series where a host investigates Aboriginal linkages to ancient myths and legends. (R)

Hard-core band Bleeders' punk attitude and Ara Poutama Aotearoa - Department of Corrections come together in a surprising connection to improve the statistics of Māori incarceration and offending. (R

Host Brigid Gallagher makes big changes at Dargaville Museum with the aim of attracting more visitors into this vast and fascinating venue. (R)

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

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)

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)

Eight kilometres off the coast of Ōpōtiki in the Eastern Bay of Plenty, lies a three thousand eight hundred hectare mussel farm. (R)

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)

Kahurangi ki Maungawhau crafts a powerful narrative around Mana Wāhine Māori, drawing inspiration from their connections to influential female leaders. (R)

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)

The journey of Māori reconnecting with their whakapapa and whenua. Gabriel was brought up on the Whanganui River. She left to go to university, and it was the river that brought her home. (R)

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

Since its 2019 debut, Te Ao with Moana has become 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

In 2025 one of Aotearoa's oldest and most influential Māori institutions, Tīpene (St Stephen's School) re-opened its doors to students after a 25-year hiatus, marking both a homecoming and a turning

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

PREMIERE: A meticulous horticulturalist is devoted to tending the grounds of a beautiful estate and pandering to his employer, the wealthy dowager.

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)

Whakaata Māori specialises in the stories of Aotearoa. Be entertained and informed with news, current affairs, sports, drama, documentaries and much more.

Kori Club is a captivating series for 0-8-year-olds that marries the charm of "The Wiggles" with the magic of Te Ao Māori. (R)

Niua and Hura travel to Whangārei to uncover the story behind the sacred maunga Parihaka. (R)

Takaro Tribe is an animated series for 0-6 year olds. We follow our cute characters as they enter the magical Alphabet Forest where our talking Papa Rakau and Talking Pond Koka live. (R)

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

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

Under the watchful gaze of the mountain ranges, young Māori boys navigate their way through winter mahi. The boys love fishing on Uncle Hugo's boat. (R)

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

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

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

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

Chef Juan provides Rewi with his biggest challenge to date. They will need to cook 4 cow legs weighing in at 120kgs for up to 800 people. With this amount of meat, timing is everything. (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.

In 2025 one of Aotearoa's oldest and most influential Māori institutions, Tīpene (St Stephen's School) re-opened its doors to students after a 25-year hiatus, marking both a homecoming and a turning

A meticulous horticulturalist is devoted to tending the grounds of a beautiful estate and pandering to his employer, the wealthy dowager.

The Māori Queen of Cuisine Anne Thorp returns with a bang. Witness a fine dining menu filled with mouth watering dishes and the freshest seasonal produce on offer. (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. (R)

Kori Club is a captivating series for 0-8-year-olds that marries the charm of "The Wiggles" with the magic of Te Ao Māori. (R)

Niua and Hura travel to Whangārei to uncover the story behind the sacred maunga Parihaka. (R)

Takaro Tribe is an animated series for 0-6 year olds. We follow our cute characters as they enter the magical Alphabet Forest where our talking Papa Rakau and Talking Pond Koka live. (R)

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

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

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

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

Under the watchful gaze of the mountain ranges, young Māori boys navigate their way through winter mahi. The boys love fishing on Uncle Hugo's boat. (R)

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

Amazing content curated for rangatahi, whānau and pakeke. Made by the Mataora team. (R)

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)

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)

Mini-series exploring the deep connection that Māori have with water. After his own miraculous survival at sea, ex-Navy diver Rob Hewitt turned his focus to helping Māori dive safely. (R)

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

Mini-series exploring the deep connection that Māori have with water. Surfers Maioha Kelly and Jordan Waiti provide surf lessons, using mātauranga Māori to strengthen the connection to Tangaroa. (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. (R)

Explore what lies on the horizon for Te Tai o Poutini. (R)

Eight kilometres off the coast of Ōpōtiki in the Eastern Bay of Plenty, lies a three thousand eight hundred hectare mussel farm. (R)

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

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

Explores the journeys of four rivals who, after searing pain, develop strengths they never had before, and transform their grief into a bridge for peace. (R)

A global race to discover the weird and wonderful wild hidden in our city streets. (R)

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

Whakaata Māori specialises in the stories of Aotearoa. Be entertained and informed with news, current affairs, sports, drama, documentaries and much more.