Podcasts by Te Ahi Kaa

Radio Whakamaori EP 8 from 2022-06-12T18:00

Radio Whakamaori EP 8

Te Ahi Kaa - Highlights of 2021 from 2021-12-19T18:06

From traipsing through the forest with Ropata McGowan to learning about Māori psychology with Linda Nikora, Justine Murray presents highlights from Te Ahi Kaa this year.

Māori Radio Episode Four - The Shift from 2021-12-12T18:08

What is the future of Māori radio? Kaimahi of Māori radio share their perspectives on digital platforms and social media.

Māori Radio Episode Three - The Request Line from 2021-12-05T18:00

On-air promotions, outside broadcasts and commercial radio ratings, this episode explores Māori radio and the work behind the mic.

Māori Radio Episode Two - The Set Up from 2021-11-28T18:06

Māori Radio - The Set Up is episode two of a four-part series that celebrates Aotearoa On Air - 100 Years of Radio. Hemana Waaka seized an opportunity to assist iwi radio during the mid 1980's, Cyr...

Aotearoa On Air - M?ori Radio from 2021-11-21T18:00

Aotearoa On Air - 100 Years of Radio. Episode one - The Kaupapa explores why M?ori radio was an integral part of promoting and preserving te reo M?ori the began with the M?ori language cla...

Māori Radio - Episode One The Kaupapa from 2021-11-21T18:00

Justine Murray explores the history of Māori radio in the four-part series Aotearoa On Air. In episode one, we hear about the pioneering radio station Te Upoko o Te Ika, which played an integral ro...

He Kakano Ahau Series 2 - Intergenerational Vision from 2021-11-07T18:06

Kahu Kutia is in Gisborne with school teacher Whaea Sharon Campbell and her daughter, Mania Campbell-Seymour, a local GP, they open up about confronting challenging spaces and whanau aspirations.

He Kakano Ahau Series 2 - Mahinga Kai from 2021-10-31T18:08

Mahinga Kai is the connection of the taiao and kai gathering, Kahu Kutia is in Waihopai with Mere Skerrett to learn more about the tītī - mutton bird.

A Decade On Since The Rena Disaster from 2021-10-25T18:06

This year marked the tenth year since the Rena Cargo ship struck the Otaiti reef. A decade on, Irihapeti Dickson talks about her time as a co-ordinator.

He Kakano Ahau Series 2 - Reimagining Justice from 2021-10-24T18:06

He Kakano Ahau host and producer Kahu Kutia explores what justice meant for iwi Māori before colonisation and explores the current system with kaikōrero Emmy Rakete and Awatea Mita.

He Kakano Ahau Series 2 - Ahi Komau from 2021-10-17T18:00

Presenter Kahu Kutia explores the issue of suicide with Auckland based rapper and dad Ranuimarz, PhD student Rikki Solomon her sister Emma Kutia.

He Kakano Ahau Series 2 - Reclamation from 2021-10-10T18:06

Kahu Kutia joins Kauae Raro a collective of wāhine Māori artists and co-director of the show 'He Tangata' Jayden Rurawhe.

He Kakano Ahau - P?oro In The City from 2021-10-03T18:06

Kahu Kutia joins the t?onga p?oro collective Maianginui to discuss the revival of t?onga p?oro.

He Kakano Ahau Series 2 - Pūoro In The City from 2021-10-03T18:06

Kahu Kutia joins the tāonga pūoro collective Maianginui to discuss the revival of tāonga pūoro.

He Kakano Ahau - T?ku Reo T?ku Ohooho from 2021-09-26T18:06

What does the future hold for the M?ori language? Dr Vini-Olsen Reeder and Te Aweawe Rehutai to hear their perspectives on season two of 'He Kakano Ahau'.

He Kakano Ahau Series 2 - Tōku Reo Tōku Ohooho from 2021-09-26T18:06

What does the future hold for the Māori language? Dr Vini-Olsen Reeder and Te Aweawe Rehutai share their perspectives on season two of 'He Kakano Ahau'.

Hinemihi Te Ao Tawhito - Our Kuia from 2021-09-19T18:06

Te Ahi Kaa joins six wāhine Māori in London who each share their views about the return of Hinemihi to Aotearoa.

Hinemihi Te Ao Tawhito - A Home Away from Home from 2021-09-12T18:00

London based Mau Rakau group Maramara Totara members Chris Reynolds and Nadia Pavlof share their connection to Hinemihi and how they both feel about their 'Kuia' returning home.

Hinemihi Te Ao Tawhito - He Tāonga Kōrero from 2021-09-05T18:06

In episode three of this series, Dr Anthony Hoete, Dr Keri-Anne Wikitera, Mark Adams and Alan Gallop provide their own perspectives about the whare tupuna, Hinemihi Te Ao Tawhito.

Hinemihi Te Ao Tawhito - Connecting People from 2021-08-29T18:00

Nga Kohinga Whakairo o Hinemihi discuss their role in ensuring that the successful exchange of carvings is first grounded in kōrero about future aspirations for the ancestral house here and abroad.

Hinemihi Te Ao Tawhito - A Connection to the Past from 2021-08-22T18:04

The story of Hinemihi Te Ao Tawhito is about connection, producer Justine Murray weaves together some of those stories in part one of this series.

Donna Kerridge: Putting Papatūānuku First from 2021-08-15T18:06

For Donna Kerridge the Waitakere ranges are the 'lungs' of Auckland and it needs to be looked after, as a practitioner of Rongoā Māori she says everyone needs to be responsible for the taiao.

Matangireia: Dover Samuels from 2021-07-25T18:06

Former Labour MP Dover Samuels entered the party as a list MP in 1996 and by 1999 he was the most highly ranked Māori MP in the Labour caucus. In this episode of Mātangireia Samuels talks about his...

Matangireia: Georgina Beyer from 2021-07-18T18:06

Georgina Beyer became the worlds first transgender Member of Parliament when she won the Wairarapa seat in 1999, her time in politics was fraught with being on 'the outer' and difficult when it cam...

Matangireia: Ron Mark from 2021-07-11T18:04

Former New Zealand First MP Ron Mark values loyalty above all when it comes to politics. In this episode of Matangireia Mark opens up about his time in parliament and his own personal journey to le...

Matangireia: Paula Bennett from 2021-07-04T18:04

Former National MP Paula Bennett opens up about her fifteen years in parliament. 

Matangireia: Hone Harawira from 2021-06-27T18:04

Hone Harawira opens up about his time in parliament.

Matangireira: Harete Hipango from 2021-06-20T18:06

Harete Hipango sought the advice of former Māori Party leader Tariana Turia about stepping in the world of politics she gave the nod and the rest as they say is history. In recent weeks Hipango is ...

He Reo o Te Taiao - A Tribute to Dr Richard Nunns from 2021-06-13T18:06

Dr Richard Nunns contribution to the art form of tāonga pūoro has left an indelible mark on Aotearoa music. From playing music inside steep caves in Takaka to travelling the world alongside musicia...

Rob McGowan - Whatungarongaro te Tangata, Toitu te Whenua from 2021-06-06T18:04

In part two of this kōrero Rob McGowan (Pa Ropata) explains eco-sourcing and the shares local stories of Totara trees at Otanewainuku that were used to build waka.

Rob McGowan - Ka Ora Te Whenua, Ka Ora Te Tangata from 2021-05-30T18:04

Justine Murray joins Rob McGowan at his home on the outskirts of Tauranga. Widely known as Pa Ropata, the former Catholic priest has dedicated his life to healing the whenua.

Rua Bioscience with Manu Caddie from 2021-05-23T18:04

Rua Bioscience Co-founder Manu Caddie is with Justine Murray and talks about setting up the business, providing employment in their community, and what advice he has for Māori or Iwi interested in ...

Mahinga Kai with Maanu Paul from 2021-05-16T18:05

Producer Justine Murray visits Maanu Paul at his home in Ohope Beach where he spins a few yarns about growing up with his grandmothers, his interpretation of the maramataka, and how he snuffed out ...

Soil sovereignty with Dr Jessica Hutchings from 2021-05-09T18:04

Soil sovereignty is a kaupapa Māori approach to organic farming, with a view that soil is a relation or a living tāonga and not a commodity. Dr Jessica Hutchings talks about her maara kai on her li...

Dr Morehu Mcdonald on seeking out the hidden potential from 2021-05-02T18:06

Dr Morehu Mcdonald talks about his iwi Ngāti Hinerangi as part of his doctoral research.

World War Voices with Sarah Johnston from 2021-04-30T09:00

Sound historian Sarah Johnston discusses her research project into the wartime recordings from the New Zealand Mobile Broadcasting Unit that travelled with the New Zealand Division during World War...

A Legacy of Service - 28th Māori Battalion of Ngai Tamarāwaho from 2021-04-25T18:05

To commemorate Anzac day, Te Moanaroa Ngatoko shares his research into the men from the hapū of Ngai Tamarāwaho who fought in the war overseas.

Māori Philosophy - A Love Story with Dr Krushil Watene from 2021-04-18T18:06

Māori Philosopher Dr Krushil Watene grew up in South Auckland, achieved her PhD in Scotland and is now part of global leadership network working towards a better planet and sustainable futures.

Dr Jani Wilson on Mātauranga Māori in Film and Media Studies from 2021-04-11T18:04

Dr Jani Wilson teaches her students how to pitch their film idea in one minute,  just in case they meet a famous film producer in an elevator, she shares her story.

Dr Joanna Kidman - Mātauranga Māori and Education from 2021-04-04T18:04

As a sociologist of education, Dr Joanna Kidman travels the country to learn about how the New Zealand Wars impacted papa kainga. She shares her latest work and research on Te Ahi Kaa.

Meihana Durie: Mātauranga Māori at the Interface from 2021-03-21T18:06

Professor Meihana Durie defines Mātauranga Māori as Māori knowledge that can be applied to contemporary realities. In a conversation with Justine Murray explains how this knowledge eco-systems can ...

Nga Kete Mātauranga: Linda Waimarie Nikora from 2021-03-14T18:05

Linda Waimarie Nikora  – a Professor of Indigenous Studies at the University of Auckland – talks to Justine Murray about growing up in Rotorua, her early dreams of being a 'fireman' and how the fie...

'One on One' - with Whaea Liz Hunkin and Patricia Grace from 2021-02-14T18:05

In 2016 Mana Elizabeth Hunkin and Patricia Grace were honoured at Creative New Zealands Te Waka Toi Awards. From the Te Ahi Kaa Archives, Whaea Liz Hunkin talks teaching the Maori language learning...

'One on One' with Reverend Canon Chris Huriwai from 2021-02-07T18:04

Justine Murray is in Gisborne and joins Reverend Canon Chris Huriwai of the Mihinare faith.

Te Rauparaha Manuscript brought into Te Ao Mārama. from 2020-12-13T18:06

A manuscript written by Tamihana Te Rauparaha about his father Te Rauparaha has been translated and edited by Ross Calman, he joins Te Ahi Kaa to talk about his mission to bring the manuscript into...

A Place Where I Feel My Most Authentic Self from 2020-12-06T18:04

June Northcroft Grant talks about her career as an artist inspired by her ancestor Makareti Papakura in this sit down chat with Te Ahi Kaa.

He Waharoa - A Māori kaupapa approach to mental health. from 2020-11-29T18:04

He Waharoa uses a Mātauranga Māori approach (understanding and knowledge) as part of their health services in Gisborne. Justine Murray joins Nick Tupara who talks about how the practice of art can ...

Māori Horticulture joins Ahuwhenua Trophy competition from 2020-11-22T18:04

Diary and sheep and beef farming has been the mainstay of the Ahuwhenua Trophy in recognition of excellence in Māori farming - but for the first time in its 87-year history, horticulture is now par...

Urupounamu Episode Eight - A Kōrero about Pepeha from 2020-11-15T18:04

Pepeha is a formulaic expression that identifies the ancestral connections of Māori to their lands, mountains, rivers, oceans, and waka. So how does pepeha apply to non-Māori who are learning the l...

Urupounamu Episode Seven - Life After Moko from 2020-11-08T18:05

Should there be restrictions around receiving moko or is this deficit thinking? Is there an expectation that a person must speak Māori or even change their lifestyle? Hosts Ngairo Eruera, Te Kehuke...

Urupounamu Episode Six - Decolonisation from 2020-11-01T18:05

What defines the act of decolonisation? Is it a state of mind or is it detaching from the dominant culture? In episode six of the talk series 'Urupounamu' the hosts break down what decolonisation m...

Urupounamu Episode Five - What defines Māori Art? from 2020-10-25T18:06

When is Māori Art – Not Māori Art? Singer Songwriter Ria Hall, and Spoken Word Artist Te Kahu Rolleston bring their thoughts to the table.

Urupounamu Episode Four - Order for Batman? from 2020-10-18T18:04

Do you choose to use an English name instead of putting up with mispronunciation of your Māori name? On episode four of the talk series Urupounamu the hosts find out that quite a few people do just...

Urupounamu Episode three - Should the Voting Age be 16? from 2020-10-11T18:04

Is there a magic number to suggest that a young person is mature enough to vote? In this week's kōrero session the hosts talk about the issue to lower the voting age to 16. Some students from a loc...

Urupounamu Episode Two - Māori Waiata Mixtape from 2020-10-04T18:04

What's on your Māori music Mixtape? - Justine Murray, Ngairo Eruera and Te Kehukehu Patara discuss music genres, the rich compositions from kapahaka, the legacy of Prince Tui Teka and the latest co...

Urupounamu Episode One - Māori Speaking Zones from 2020-09-27T18:04

Urupounamu is a six-part talk series on Te Ahi Kaa hosted by producer Justine Murray, Māori language teacher Ngairo Eruera and Te Kehukehu Patara. The series is a collaboration between Tauranga bas...

Kia Ukaipo Anō te Reo - Restoring the language to the regions from 2020-09-20T18:06

As Te Wiki o te Reo Māori wraps up, producer Justine Murray finds out how a regular coffee catch up with whanau speaking only in te reo Māori has benefited  a core group of kaumatua.  Professor Poi...

'Getting Better' podcast - Pandemic from 2020-09-13T18:06

Trainee Doctor Emma Espiner recalls the work she and her colleagues undertook during the first Covid-19 lock down in March this year. Te Ahi Kaa features the final episode of the podcast  'Getting ...

'Getting Better' podcast - Te Ahi Kaa from 2020-09-06T18:06

Te Ahi Kaa features episode six of Getting Better - A year in the life of a Māori Medical Doctor. Presenter and Trainee Medical Doctor Emma Espiner heads home to Kuku Beach in the Horowhenua and re...

'Getting Better' podcast - What Does a Surgeon Look Like? from 2020-08-30T18:06

Why are there so few indigenous surgeons and why does it matter? Emma Espiner is in Whangarei and has a frank conversation with Dr Maxine Ronald, one of the few Māori surgeons in Aotearoa. Emma att...

'Getting Better' podcast - Southside from 2020-08-16T18:06

Emma Espiner learns more about how a South Auckland training academy that is more than sports training, it's about developing life skills and resilience in its young students. Dr Vaaiga Autagavaia ...

'Getting Better' podcast - Tuparehuia from 2020-08-09T18:06

Emma Espiner is in the Northland with Dr Kyle Eggleton who runs a weekly clinic in the remote outpost of Tuparehuia, he talks about his own method of drawing to break down the power inequities betw...

'Getting Better' podcast - A Better Chance of Dying. from 2020-08-02T18:06

In episode one of Getting Better - A Year in the Life of a  Māori Medical Student, Trainee doctor Emma Espiner is with the Wallace whānau whose lives changed after Colin Wallace suffered a stroke. ...

Dr Rangi Mataamua - Sharing the Knowledge of Matariki from 2020-07-12T18:06

Māori Astronomer Dr Rangi Mataamua won the top communication prize at the recent Prime Ministers Science Awards, not bad for someone who failed fourth form Science at Hato Paora College. In the lea...

Claire Taipari on living with cancer: "Own your Story" from 2020-07-05T18:06

In November of 2018 Claire Taipari's regular mammogram came back all clear, but just one week later she felt a lump on her breast and decided to get it checked.  After tests, three cancerous tumour...

Greg Taipari on living with cancer: 'Knowledge is power' from 2020-06-21T18:06

While working as a Senior Ministerial Press Secretary in 2015, Greg Taipari couldn't shake a persistent cough, after seeking medical advice he was eventually diagnosed with throat cancer. He kept t...

He Toi Whakairo He Mana Tangata : Sir Derek Lardelli and Dr Maureen Lander from 2020-06-07T18:05

As part of this years Queens Birthday Honours, Te Ahi Kaa features this encore presentation.  Visual Artist, composer and Taa moko practitioner Sir Derek Lardelli talks about the resurgence of ta m...

Clive Fugill - Master Carver from 2020-05-31T18:04

Master Carver Clive Fugill was part of the first student intake at the carving school based at the New Zealand Māori Arts and Crafts Institute in Rotorua. Clive finished High School in 1966 and had...

Te Puia - A Rich History from 2020-05-24T18:00

Business communities are facing financial hardship in the wake of COVID 19, arguably with border and travel restrictions, none more so than Tourism. This week Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern visited ...

Para Kore - Working Towards Zero Waste from 2020-05-17T18:05

Para Kore is a waste and recycling initiative that works within Māori organisations to reduce waste. It began over a decade ago and has spread to almost four hundred marae across the country. From ...

Pa Ropata on Rongoā Māori from 2020-05-10T18:04

Rob McGowan also known as Pa Ropata knows Māori medicine.  The former Catholic priest was taken under the ‘wing’ of Kuia Rua Henare from Whanganui in the mid 1970's and learned about the many medic...

Dr Haare Williams on Tikanga Māori from 2020-04-26T18:06

Former broadcaster, author and educator Dr Haare Williams provides an insight into the practices of Māori culture, he argues that women should take up speaking rites on the marae, normally reserved...

A Conversation with Dr Wayne Ngata - Tikanga Māori from 2020-04-19T18:06

Marae are only as strong as it's people, that's according to Dr Wayne Ngata who agrees that Tikanga Māori is in the most part about doing what is practical. In the wake of the Covid 19 lockdown man...

Professor Pou Temara on restoring Tikanga after the lockdown. from 2020-04-05T18:06

In light of the COVID 19 pandemic - the guidelines around funerals, cremation and tangihanga has changed. What this means for Maori is adjusting Tikanga that is - how the ceremonial rites of mourni...

Indigenous Artists gather at Tā Moko Wānanga from 2020-03-29T18:05

Reviving customary practises was part of the conversation at a recent marae gathering in Tauranga. Carvers, Clay makers, painters and customary tattoo artists came together to share their stories t...

Dr Hirini Kaa, leading change at the University of Auckland from 2020-03-15T18:03

The University of Auckland's Faculty of Arts has around five thousand students and over two hundred staff. Academic and Kaiārahi Dr Hirini Kaa is the driver or navigator of the Ako Arts Programme w...

Artist Hiwirori Maynard on music, kapahaka and guitars. from 2020-03-08T18:06

Hiwirori Maynard is a musician, a kapahaka performer and a taa moko artist. One of his designs is the MOKO guitar, MOKO is an acronym for MY OWN KIND OF…..the artist draws intricate koru patterns o...

He Kākano Ahau: Taputeranga from 2020-02-23T18:05

Te Ahi Kaa features an episode of the six part podcast series He Kakano Ahau. This week host and researcher Kahu Kutia explores the story behind Taputeranga Marae founded by Bruce Stewart (1937-201...

He Kākano Ahau: Decolonsing Gender and Sexuality from 2020-02-16T18:06

Te Ahi Kaa features an episode of the six part series He Kakano Ahau - Presenter Kahu Kutia explores stories about Urban Maori, weaving together strands of connection. This week Kahu is in Wellingt...

He Kākano Ahau: Ōtautahi from 2020-02-09T18:00

Te Ahi Kaa features an episode of the six part series He Kakano Ahau - Presenter Kahu Kutia explores stories about Urban Maori, weaving together strands of connection. This week Kahu travels to the...

He Kākano Ahau: Mana Whenua from 2020-02-02T18:06

Te Ahi Kaa features an episode of the six part series He Kakano Ahau - Presenter Kahu Kutia explores stories about Urban Maori, weaving together strands of connection. This week she joins Ngarimu B...

Painter Kura Te Waru Rewiri and highlights of 2019 from 2019-12-22T18:04

Kura Te Waru Rewiri grew up in the Far North, she went to Paihia school, and then onto Bay of Islands and Northlands College. Her teacher Buck Nin recognised her talent as an artist and enrolled he...

Honouring Māori Artists: Rex Homan and Derek Lardelli from 2019-12-15T18:00

For Fifty five years, Rex Homan has worked as a wood artist and sculptor. His ideas stem from Maori stories, animals and in particular birds. His 'stylised pieces' have won a raft of awards, have e...

Honouring Māori Artists: Maureen Lander and Lewis Gardiner from 2019-12-08T18:05

Te Ahi Kaa is in Rotorua at the Te Waka Toi Awards, hosted by Creative New Zealand. The annual event honours the achievements of Maori artists who have a made a significant contribution to their fi...

Mr G debuts exhibition dedicated to Island life. from 2019-12-01T18:05

Graham Hoete also known as the artist "Mr G", is well known for his large scale murals, one that grabbed worldwide attention was of the late artist Prince, MR G painted the late singer in Sydney an...

Dr Haare Williams on Art, Poetry and Media. from 2019-11-24T18:04

Dr Haare Williams returns with part two of an interview about his book 'Words of a Kaumatua' a collection of poetry and prose. The former broadcaster talks about recording the stories of the Maori ...

At home with Dr Haare Williams from 2019-11-17T18:05

Dr Haare Williams is RNZ Alumni having worked as part of the Maori unit in the formative years of public broadcasting, this week he released the book 'Words of a Kaumatua' edited by Witi Ihimaera. ...

'The Last Bastion' with Professor Pou Temara from 2019-11-10T18:00

Te Ahi Kaa is with revered orator and Māori language exponent, Professor Pou Temara who discusses the evolution of Māori customary practices as seen on the marae. The marae, a complex of buildings ...

Matangireia - Marama Fox from 2019-11-03T18:06

Former co-leader of the Maori Party Marama Fox entered parliament in 2014. During her term, she says she experienced overt racism, and was against using the term 'Vulnerable' in the now named 'Mini...

Matangireia - Tau Henare from 2019-10-27T18:04

Former Māori politician Tau Henare admits that he misses parliament - during his political career he was a member of the National Party, New Zealand First, and the leader of Mauri Pacific. Morgan G...

Matangireia - Sandra Lee from 2019-10-20T18:05

Sandra Lee was the first Māori woman to win a general electorate seat and the first person to lead a Māori Party - Mana Motuhake - into Parliament. Tonight - Te Ahi Kaa features episode four of the...

Matangireia - Tuariki Delamere from 2019-10-13T18:03

Tuariki Delamere entered parliament in 1996 as a member of the New Zealand First Party having won the Te Tairawhiti seat. In this episode of the political legacy series, Matangireia - Delamere talk...

Matangireia - Dame Tariana Turia from 2019-10-06T18:06

Dame Tariana Turia talks about her time in parliament in part two of the political legacy series, Matangireia hosted by writer and blogger Morgan Godfery. Dame Turia reflects on her time in parliam...

Matangireia - Metiria Turei from 2019-09-29T18:05

Matangireia examines the legacies of Māori Politicians. Six former MPs from across the political spectrum share frank insights with series host, Morgan Godfery. In this week's episode former Green ...

Restoration plans underway for Raetihi Temepara from 2019-09-22T18:05

If you are heading into Raetihi from the bustling ski town of Ohakune - then its hard to miss the Church Temple on a small hilltop. This Ratana Church is one of six temples in the Central North Isl...

Waka Trust Practise Ocean Sustainability from 2019-09-15T18:05

The kaupapa of the Tairawhiti Waka Voyaging Trust is to educate as many students and visitors about the history of polynesian navigation. Chairman of the trust is Waka builder and navigator Te Atur...

Waka Hourua described as a 'floating classroom'. from 2019-09-08T18:05

The double hulled waka or voyaging canoe Tairawhiti is described by its builder as a 'floating classroom'. Te Aturangi Nepia Clamp is determined to teach students and visitors about the history of ...

Dr Mere Whaanga - Author, Illustrator and Historian. from 2019-08-30T18:06

Dr Mere Whaanga is the first Māori writer to be awarded the prestigious Michael King Writer's Fellowship. The two year award provides the writer a grant of $100,000 to enable the research for their...

He Kākano Ahau: Ihumātao from 2019-08-25T18:06

In the six-part series, He Kākano Ahau Kahu Kutia challenges the assumption that to be urban and Māori means to be disconnected from your culture, she explores the nuance of Māori migration to the ...

Influence: Maru Nihoniho from 2019-08-18T18:04

Maru Nihoniho's story can be played out like a movie - born and raised in Christchurch she was bullied and felt isolated during her years at primary school through to her time at college. Following...

Rereata Makiha on learning within the Whare Wānanga space from 2019-08-11T18:06

In the final episode of this series about the Maramataka, Rereata Makiha talks about growing up in the Hokianga and was 'by default' immersed in the traditional learning under the whare wananga. Fr...

Understanding the Lunar Phases from 2019-08-04T18:06

In part two of this series, Rereata Makiha explains the different lunar phases of the maramataka used as a guide for the best times to plant, fish and collect kaimoana. In recent years Makiha says ...

The Maramataka with Rereata Makiha from 2019-07-28T18:04

The Māori Lunar Calendar or the Maramataka outlines the different phases of the moon and is a guide to the optimal days for fishing, planting or harvesting food. Maramataka exponent Rereata Makiha ...

NAISA panel discussions: Integrating Native Hawaiian Healing practises into Primary Care. from 2019-07-14T12:00

Imagine walking into a medical clinic and getting two options of healthcare, one that stems from traditional plant based healing practices, and the other a western model of healthcare with prescrip...

NAISA panel discussions: Spaces of Kanaka Maoli Resurgence from 2019-07-07T18:04

Te Ahi Kaa features highlights from NAISA – or the Native American and Indigenous Studies Association conference hosted by The University of Waikato. Professor Mary Tuti Baker and Tina Grandinetti ...

Mahi a Atua – a Māori approach to mental wellbeing from 2019-06-30T18:04

Mahi a Atua is a Māori approach to mental wellbeing drawing on the stories, narratives and healing practices of te ao Māori (the Māori world). Psychiatrist Diana Kopua gives us an insight into the ...

Whitiki Whiti Whiti E! book details the return of the Pioneer Battalion to Te Tai Rawhiti. from 2019-06-23T18:04

Hui Aroha was the name of the large scale event held in Gisborne on April 8th 1919 to welcome back men who had served in the Pioneer Battalion during the First World War. The East cost almost doubl...

Sustainability is paramount - Chef Charles Royal on foraging for native plants and herbs. from 2019-06-16T18:03

Justine Murray is back with Chef Charles Royal foraging in the bush near Lake Rotoiti. In part two of their discussion, Charles talks about the importance of sustainability in light of the increase...

Health and Wellbeing: Te Ahi Kaa talks with Māori Chefs from 2019-06-09T18:04

Te Ahi Kaa further explores this series about health and well being. Justine Murray joins Chef Charles Royal in the bush on the outskirts of Lake Rotoiti, foraging for food - from 'bushman's aspara...

Health and Wellbeing: Happiness with Dr Waikaremoana Waitoki from 2019-06-02T12:00

Te Ahi Kaa delves into the notion of happiness. What defines happiness? Is it an individual or collective experience? And in today's world of social media - is it some sort of disguise? Justine Mur...

Māori Farming - a part of whanau life from 2019-05-26T18:04

The next time you eat at McDonald's, your burger meat may have come from Whangara Farms. As a supplier of the fast food restaurant, Chairperson of Whangara Farms, Ingrid Collins says it was a big c...

Influence: Sir Hekenukumai Busby from 2019-05-19T18:04

Hundreds farewelled Sir Hekenukumai Busby at his tangihanga (funeral) held on his marae in Pukepoto. Known to many as Hek - he was instrumental in the resurgence of wayfinding. He built waka hourua...

Influence: Te Wharehuia Milroy from 2019-05-12T18:00

Te Ahi Kaa pays tribute to Maori language exemplar, Te Wharehuia Milroy who passed away earlier this week. Milroy was professor of Maori at the University of Waikato, a trustee of the Kohanga Reo T...

Influence: Dr Sandy Adsett from 2019-05-05T18:03

Dr Sandy Adsett has spent fifty years working in Māori visual Arts, he began his career as an arts advisor in the 1960's where he visited regions implementing the 'Māori Arts in Schools" programme....

Ake Ake Kia Kaha E! B Company of the 28th Māori Battalion - Book Launch Coverage from 2019-04-28T18:04

Military historian and author Sir Wira Gardiner talks about his new book, Ake Ake Kia Kaha E - Forever Brave B Company (28th Māori Battalion)

Tamsin Hanly on Teaching Critical History in Schools from 2019-04-21T18:04

Tamsin Hanly is on a mission to get schools to teach critical history in New Zealand schools. Back in 2016 she took out a second mortgage on her home so she could work on a series of six books she ...

Vince Copeland On The Rites of Battle from 2019-04-12T18:04

Vince Copeland is the former Pou Whakahaere at Mahitahi Akoranga an organisation that works alongside inmates to reduce re-offending, in his capacity as a officer with the territorial services Vinc...

Dr Wiremu Doherty on landmarks and relationship building in the midst of conflict. from 2019-04-07T18:06

In this continuing series about the history of conflict in Aotearoa, CEO of Te Whare Wananga o Awanuiarangi Dr Wiremu Doherty discusses the impact of war within his tribal areas of Tuhoe and Ngati ...

Dr Vincent O Malley on increasing public awareness of the NZ Land Wars. from 2019-03-31T18:03

British Imperialism, colonization, the attributes of Maori leaders and the NZ Land Wars are themes of books and reports written by Historian Vincent O Malley. At a recent symposium he discussed why...

National identity and the use of flags with Malcolm Mulholland from 2019-03-24T18:06

If you cast your mind back to 2015, perhaps you will remember the New Zealand Flag referendum - it was an exercise by the then National Led government to vote for a new flag. A member of the flag c...

The use of rongoā Maori (traditional Maori remedies) in battle from 2019-03-17T18:05

Rongoā Practitioner David Kukutai Jones researched the use of native plants to heal wounds suffered on the battlefield both in the NZ Land Wars and inter tribal warfare. David says the plants conta...

Descendants honour kuia painted in the 1970s at Auckland exhibition from 2019-03-10T18:06

Artist Harry Sangl immigrated to New Zealand in 1971 and soon set off in his caravan to the rural Tuhoe Valley to ask kuia – elderly Māori women – if he could paint their portraits. Sangl was met w...

Small Business Shines at Te Matatini from 2019-03-03T18:05

Te Matatini is a bi-annual event where the best of the best in Kapahaka - Māori performing arts compete over three days, but the flipside to that is that it's a great platform to showcase small Māo...

A passion for haka: composer Reweti Elliott and performer Tomika Whiu from 2019-02-24T18:05

Reweti Elliott choreographed the poi for top nine finalist kapahaka group Te Iti Kahurangi and Tauranga based Tutara Kauika ki Rangataua at this years Te Matatini festival. The ex-performer talks a...

The evolution of haka from 2019-02-17T18:03

The national kapa haka festival Te Matatini takes place in Wellington this week. Performer Ngairo Eruera and judge Te Atarangi Whiu share their experiences of performing on stage alongside their re...

Ocean Voyaging from 2019-02-10T18:05

In honour of Sir Hekenukumai Busby and his knighthood ceremony this week, Te Ahi Kaa features interviews with Hekenukumai where he talks about his work to revive the artform of waka building and oc...

Rob Ruha and Ria Hall on the discipline, stamina and focus they learnt from kapahaka from 2019-02-03T18:05

Musicians Ria Hall and Rob Ruha both agree that kapahaka taught them discipline, voice projection and the confidence to pursue full time music careers. Both artists started at top level kapahaka, R...

Nga kōrero o te tau: Te Ahi Kaa highlights of 2018 - part two from 2018-12-23T18:05

In the final show of the year, Te Ahi Kaa features highlights from 2018. Kaiora Honey is a thriving whanau business lead by Blanche Morragh, she discusses the hard yards and ongoing work of running...

Nga kōrero o te tau: Te Ahi Kaa highlights of 2018 - part one from 2018-12-16T18:05

We revisit conversations with Geoff Milner from Northland's Ngati Hine Health Trust, artist Marilynn Webb and police officer turned secondhand clothing entrepreneur Ra Mead.

Dr Taiarahia Black on whakataukī (Māori proverbial sayings) from 2018-12-09T18:05

Dr Taiarahia Black is a PhD Supervisor at Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi. He offers up his interpretation of some whakataukī (Māori proverbial sayings) at the Te Kōputu Kōrero a Hirini Moko Mead l...

Māori broadcaster Kingi Biddle on the pursuit of happiness from 2018-12-02T18:05

Kingi Biddle talks to Justine Murray about his definition of "rich" what he's learned about safe spaces, and how he deals with moments of depression.

In conversation with Māori artists Marilynn Webb and Isaac James Te Reina Cleland from 2018-11-25T18:04

Every year, Creative New Zealand pays tribute to Māori artists at the Te Waka Toi Awards. Justine Murray meets two of this year's winners – internationally renowned printmaker Marilynn Webb and eme...

Behind the Blazers: Te Reo o Ratana Te Tuatoru from 2018-11-18T18:04

Te Reo o Rātana te Tuatoru is one of seven Rātana bands around New Zealand – each with their own distinctive blazer colour – which are collectively known as Ngā Reo. This week, Justine Murray finds...

Behind the Blazers: Te Reo o Hamuera from 2018-11-11T18:06

Thousands of Morehu (Rātana followers) descended upon Rātana Pa on November 8th, to commemorate one hundred years of the Maramatanga – when, in 1918, Tahupotiki Wiremu Rātana received the divine me...

Dr Rachel Buchanan: 'The shame of Parihaka is so great it can never end' from 2018-11-04T18:04

One hundred and thirty-seven years ago, on 5 November 1881, a Māori settlement in the small Taranaki township of Parihaka was ransacked by colonial troops. Dr Rachel Buchanan says the writing of he...

Te Ahi Kaa features a presentation from Sir Wira Gardiner from 2018-10-28T18:04

To mark the National Day of the 19th century New Zealand Wars Te Ahi Kaa features a keynote presentation from Sir Wira Gardiner who talks about the impact, scale and price of War. (This first featu...

Dr Patu Hohepa and Edna Pahewa from 2018-10-21T18:05

This week Te Ahi Kaa talks about the past present and future of the Maori language with linguist Dr Patu Hohepa, and Edna Pahewa talks about the work of her mum, renowned weaver Emily Schuster and ...

Foraging with Chef Charles Royal from 2018-10-14T09:00

Chef Charles Royal began as a cook in the army, which lead to four years as a Gourmet Chef with Air New Zealand, a restaurant owner in Paraparaumu and Rotorua, and today as the owner of Kinaki, a b...

The science project using indigenous Māori knowledge to increase NZ's resilience to natural hazards from 2018-10-07T18:06

How can we as a nation better respond to natural hazards like tsunamis and floods? New Zealand scientists and researchers are exploring Matauranga Māori (Māori indigenous knowledge) for the Resilie...

Dr Dan Hikuroa and Kristie-Lee Thomas on science and Mātauranga Māori from 2018-09-30T18:05

Dr Dan Hikuroa is an Earth systems scientist and believes the world of science is interconnected with Mātauranga Māori (customary knowledge systems) he shares his recent work alongside iwi and hapu...

Dr Rangi Nicholson and Rob Ruha: lifting the Māori language to lofty heights from 2018-09-23T18:00

Reverend Dr Rangi Nicholson was a student at Victoria University in 1971 and was given the role of media publicist leading up to the Māori language Petition in 1972, he says he was often standing b...

Vini Olsen-Reeder and Ria Hall: keeping Māori language alive and thriving from 2018-09-16T18:06

Māori language lecturer Dr Vini Olsen Reeder and songwriter Ria Hall talk about their personal relationships with te reo. Olsen-Reeder began studying te reo as a university student and became the f...

Pat Old: 'My life is enriched by learning te reo Māori' from 2018-09-09T18:06

Pat Old's grandchildren can speak Maori and her daughters have married into Maori families, this was the reason why she is learning te reo Maori part time with Te Wananga o Aotearoa. Pat says the l...

Standing up for Te Reo Māori - reflections from founding member of the Te Reo Māori Society from 2018-09-02T18:06

John McCaffery was raised Irish Catholic and while his great grandfathers were fluent in Gaelic, and his father could understand it, it wasn't spoken in the home. This narrative is similar to the e...

How memories of her Māori girls boarding school inspire artist Maraea Timutimu from 2018-08-26T18:03

Rotorua artist and high school teacher Maraea Timutimu uses poi made of bread packets and cameo-style portraits in sculptural work that recalls her formative years at Queen Victoria Māori Girls Boa...

Māori language in theatre a way to nurture and grow the language from 2018-08-19T18:03

Taki Rua Productions are mid-way through the Te Reo Māori season with the play Hine Kihāwai as it continues its ten week tour around the country. Roimata Fox (Waru, The Pa Boyz) and Eds Eramiha (Ma...

Exhibition a tribute to wāhine stance on the marae from 2018-08-12T18:00

Hinewirangi Kohu Morgan uses Tāonga Pūoro (Māori instruments) as a tool of healing with victims of sexual assault. In the exhibition The Right to Speak she has created a carved hue (gourd), based o...

Māori illustrator sets his sights set on graphic novels and animation from 2018-08-05T18:00

Te Haunui Tuna works as a taa moko (traditional Māori tattoo) artist but his true passion is sketching Māori gods in pencil.

Waiata: how traditional Māori knowledge is captured in song from 2018-07-29T00:00

Composer and academic Taiarahia Black gives us an insight into traditional Māori music.

Taa Moko Sessions: the new resident moko artists at Te Puia from 2018-06-24T18:06

Moko artists and carvers Arekatera Maihi and Jacob Tautari talk about mixing chisels with tattoo guns and their personal views on giving moko to non-Māori in the final episode of Taa Moko Sessions.

Taa Moko Sessions: Cy Mcleod from 2018-06-17T18:06

Cy Mcloed is passionate about Kapahaka, health & fitness and moko. Justine Murray sits in on a session at his home at Mount Maunganui where he talks about how the physical demands of being a moko a...

Taa Moko Sessions: Richard Francis from 2018-06-10T18:06

Richard  Francis is a taa moko artist, graphic artist, teacher, painter and carver who graduated from the Māori visual arts and design school Toihoukura in 1995.

Takaparawhā (Bastion Point) – 40 years on from 2018-05-27T18:06

Te Ahi Kaa marks the 40th anniversary of the land occupation with a 1978 radio programme hosted by pioneering Māori broadcaster Whai Ngata.

Taa Moko Sessions: Stu McDonald from 2018-05-20T18:06

After losing his teenage son to cancer, Tauranga tattoo artist and teacher Stu McDonald is convinced taa moko [traditional Māori tattoo] can play a role in healing emotional pain.

Te Reo card game offers fresh approach to learning names and pronunciation from 2018-05-13T18:06

A new card game designed to help people learn and pronounce te reo place names lands in New Zealand schools and workplaces in the coming weeks.Creator Tommy Kapai Wilson hopes it will help normalis...

Nichola Te Kiri: a career in contemporary Māori design from 2018-05-06T18:06

Nichola Te Kiri incorporates Māori symbols and stories into the designs of capes, jewellery and lamps for her brand Nichola. She tells Justine Murray about leaving her day job to pursue her design ...

Modern skincare with traditional Māori remedies from 2018-04-29T18:06

Lee Tane and his wife Trina create a range of native plant-based skincare products which harness the power of rongoā (traditional Māori medicine). Te Ahi Kaa visits their whānau kitchen, aka the NO...

From the beat to streetwear from 2018-04-22T18:06

When Ra Mead was a police officer, her colleagues used to wonder why she stayed in the force when her 'side hustle' selling secondhand clothes online was more profitable. Today she runs a vintage c...

Taa Moko Sessions: Pip Hartley from 2018-04-15T18:06

Free-spirited tattoo artist Pip Hartley tells Justine Murray how her lifelong passion for the arts led to a career in traditional Māori tattooing.

Taa Moko Sessions: Julie Paama-Pengelly from 2018-04-08T18:06

Taa Moko artist Julie Paama Pengelly talks about  the challenges she's faced in a male-dominated industry and why she doesn't believe in Kirituhi - the practice of non-traditional taa moko.

Taa Moko Sessions: Anikaaro Harawira from 2018-04-01T18:06

Northland disability advocate Ana Mackie receives a moko kauae (traditional facial tattoo) from Anikaaro Harawira in a new series about wahine taa moko artists.

Dr Haare Williams on the life of Te Kooti from 2018-03-25T18:06

Dr Haare Williams looks at why the 19th-century Māori prophet Te Kooti (founder of the Ringatu Faith) was both revered and reviled.

Dr Joanna Kidman on youth activism from 2018-03-18T18:06

A school visit to Orakau battle site was the catalyst for a petition to commemmorate the history of the New Zealand Land Wars. Sociologist Dr Joanna Kidman shares her research into how the petition...

Harawira Pearless on finding battle sites from 2018-03-11T18:06

As the first national commemoration of the 19th century New Zealand Wars takes place in Te Tai Tokerau, Te Ahi Kaa features highlights of a discussion with historian Harawira Pearless on his wayfin...

Reconnecting the disconnected: Tackling homelessness in Tauranga from 2018-03-04T18:06

Delwyn Rowan has lived in Tauranga for fifty years, she's a social worker and says homelessness in the area is only going to get worse. As part of her job she feeds up to 40 homeless people every w...

'Kapahaka brings out the best in us' from 2018-02-18T18:06

The small township of Te Teko was the host of the Mataatua Kapahaka Regional Competition, from which the top groups go on to compete at Te Mataini 2019 in Wellington. Te Ahi Kaa asked performers wh...

Kai Ora Honey - people over profit from 2018-02-11T18:06

Blanche Morrogh is CEO of Kai Ora Honey a whānau-run business in the Far North. Te Ahi Kaa is in Awanui to get an insight into the business and the lessons learned from Blanche's late grandmother S...

He Korowai Trust's mission to make a difference from 2018-02-04T18:06

He Korowai Trust in Kaitaia established Whare Ora, a rent-to-own housing scheme that has benefited a dozen families, and this year will launch a Māori Trade Training Academy. Te Ahi Kaa has a kōrer...

Ngāti Hine: a whānau approach to promote change from 2018-01-28T18:06

Te Ahi Kaa visits Northland's largest Māori organisation for an insight into how its workers are tackling social and health problems in the region.

The Best of Te Ahi Kaa 2017 – Ngā kōrero o te tau from 2017-12-24T18:06

Te Ahi Kaa wraps up 2017 with a look back at some of this year's highlights.

Hirra Morgan: a house full of music from 2017-12-17T18:06

Some say Collision's ‘You Can Dance’ is the best track on the new '70s funk and disco compilation album Heed the Call.  Hirra Morgan – a former member of the Tokoroa funk band – talks with Justine ...

Dennis Marsh: 'It's about people and passion' from 2017-12-10T18:06

Dennis Marsh is New Zealand's best selling country music artist. He's travelled the world for 30 years sharing his music and stories and this year released his 29th album. Te Ahi Kaa visits Dennis ...

Huia Hamon on music, art and whānau from 2017-12-03T18:06

Huia Hamon is a singer, artist and mother who runs Kog studios with her partner. The couples home is tucked away in Waitakere and on most days is a hive of music and creativity. Te Ahi Kaa pays a v...

Rotorua basketball team a whanau affair from 2017-11-26T18:06

Te Ahi Kaa is at the last training session with a Rotorua basketball team who are set to compete at the Special Olympics in Wellington this month. 

Buddy Mikaere on the Battle of Gate Pā from 2017-11-19T18:06

At the Battle of Gate Pa, 200 Māori faced 1,700 colonial troops and their artillery. Author Buddy Mikaere discusses the events leading up to and following the battle.

Che Wilson on the Battle of Moutoa from 2017-11-12T18:06

The history of Māori people of Whanganui is complex and during the New Zealand Land Wars included both collaboration and resistance, says Che Wilson, former Pou Arahi (CEO) of Ngāti Rangi Trust.

Kelvin Day on the Taranaki Wars. from 2017-11-05T18:06

Kelvin Day talks about early commemorations of the Taranaki Wars.

Sir Wira Gardiner on war and conflict from 2017-10-29T18:06

Sir Wira Gardiner provides insights in the Battle of Passchendaele, the Battle of Stalingrad, Māori involvement in World War I and World War II and the New Zealand Land Wars.  

Mana Tangata: Tawhirimatea Williams from 2017-10-22T18:06

Tawhirimatea Williams has teaching for over 50 years. Today he's the head of a private training institute in Auckland, churning out competent Māori speakers.

Tuhoe Iwi: Moving on from the Urewera Raids from 2017-10-15T18:06

Te Ahi Kaa visits Taneatua in the Tuhoe Valley to get a sense of how the locals have moved since the Tuhoe Raids a decade ago.

Mana Tangata: Dr Joe Te Rito from 2017-10-08T18:06

In his 20s, Dr Joe Te Rito took the Māori language petition to parliament as a member of the Te Reo Māori Society. These days, he is still a Māori education leader and Chair of Radio Kahungunu.

Mana Tangata: Kingi Kiriona from 2017-10-01T18:06

Kapa haka tutor and composer Kingi Kiriona believes in the law of attraction – if you put out passion for the Māori language, it will come back to you.

Mana Tangata: Linda Munn from 2017-09-24T18:06

Artist Linda Munn is well-known as one of the creators of the Tino Rangatiratanga flag, but these days she is pretty content teaching art in Tauranga. Te Ahi Kaa catches up with her for a kōrero at...

Tāmaki Makaurau: the Te Wero debate 2017 from 2017-09-22T10:00

Candidates for the Māori seat of Tāmaki Makaurau debate the issues of this election. The speakers are Peeni Henare, the sitting MP from the Labour Party, Shane Taurima from the Māori Party and Mara...

Hauraki Waikato: the Te Wero debate from 2017-09-17T18:06

Candidates for the Māori seat of Hauraki-Waikato debate Kingitanga, te reo Māori, broadcasting, the Te Ture Whenua bill, water, climate change, poverty, and housing.

Te Tai Tonga: the Te Wero debate from 2017-09-10T18:06

Candidates for the Māori seat of Te Tai Tonga debate the response to the earthquakes, who owns the water, the shape of education, and other social issues.

Waiariki: the Te Wero debate from 2017-09-03T18:06

Candidates for the Māori seat of Waiariki discuss regional development, water ownership, Treaty Settlements and the support the Māori Party has given to a National government. 

Te Ikaroa-Rāwhiti: the Te Wero debate from 2017-08-27T18:06

Candidates for the Maori seat of Te Ikaroa-Rawhiti debate welfare, health funding, the Ture Whenua bill, Treaty Settlements and boot camps during the run-up to the General Election.

Te Tai Hauāuru: the Te Wero debate from 2017-08-20T18:06

Candidates for the Māori seat of Te Tai Hauāuru debate water rights, seabed mining, homelessness, economic policies, welfare and Treaty settlements.

Te Tai Tokerau: the Te Wero debate from 2017-08-13T18:06

In this Te Wero debate, candidates for the Māori seat of Te Tai Tokerau discuss housing, Treaty Settlements and suicide in the lead-up to September's general election.

Te Reo Māori: the Te Wero debate from 2017-08-08T09:00

Four Māori candidates from different political parties discuss the health of te reo Māori in Aotearoa New Zealand and set out what their parties will do for the language's well-being. 

Howie Morrison Jnr on music, whanau and kapahaka from 2017-08-06T18:06

Howie Morrison Jr has a famous whanau saying – 'Have piupiu, will travel'. For 40 years, kapahaka took around the world and this year he released his first solo album. Te Ahi Kaa visits Howie at hi...

Tangiwai Ria: a life in kapahaka from 2017-07-30T18:06

Tangiwai Ria and her husband George have won three national titles with their kapa haka group Waihirere. Tangiwai shares her story with RNZ's Te Ahi Kaa.

He Mātanga Toi - Dr Cliff Whiting from 2017-07-23T18:06

Tributes flowed this week for renowned artist and Master carver Dr Cliff Whiting who contributed to all facets of traditional and contemporary Māori Art. From marae restoration to design projects, ...

Creators of Māori language-speaking dolls up for innovation award from 2017-07-16T18:06

Te Ahi Kaa meets the entrepreneurial couple behind the super-successful Pipi Mā dolls. Kristin Ross and Hohepa Tuahine are currently working on a 'mihi' Pipi Mā doll and a cartoon series for Māori ...

Paraone Gloyne – 'activator' of Te Reo Māori from 2017-07-09T18:06

Māori language advocate Paraone Gloyne started the Mahuru Māori movement in which participants speak only in te reo during September (Mahuru). Te Ahi Kaa meets him in Te Awamutu.

Matariki – a community celebration from 2017-07-02T18:06

Te Ahi Kaa goes behind the scenes with kapa haka performers at Te Papa and tours an art exhibition in Porirua. You can also hear part two of astronomer Dr Rangi Matamua's presentation on the meanin...

Romiromi: the art of holistic massage from 2017-06-18T18:06

Moana Skipworth-Lousi gathered her fellow Māori healing practitioners to a Hamilton marae recently to discuss the tikanga of romiromi. Te Ahi Kaa was there.

Māori healers share their work from 2017-06-11T18:06

Te Ahi Kaa visits a spiritual healing expo in Whakatane to learn about the healing power of mirimiri (massage), spiritual guidance and natural tonics.

The Spring of Hangarua from 2017-06-04T18:06

Te Ahi Kaa joins Te Rangikaheke Bidois on a visit to the Hamurana and Taniwha Springs to get an insight into the local stories and history.

The healing waters of Awahou from 2017-05-28T18:05

The children knew about Pekehaua, the taniwha of the Awahou river, many years later they share their stories of growing up at the Pa, living off the land and river, and the genesis of Kapahaka.

A people build a house, and a house builds a people from 2017-05-21T18:06

Te Kura Whare - The Living Building symbolises the future of the Ngai Tuhoe people, Te Ahi Kaa visits the space with Maia Rurehe.

Transforming Taneatua from 2017-05-14T18:06

Transforming spaces is a trend in the Bay of Plenty township of Taneatua. Local Māori business owners – including gallery owner Tame Iti and his son Toi, a barber – are optimistic about the future ...

'It's something to revive, the tikanga of Pai Mārire' from 2017-05-07T18:06

Kōhanga Reo teacher Jesse Huriwai has a leadership role in Pai Mārire, the Māori Christian faith also known as Hauhau. He shares his story with Te Ahi Kaa.

'It was instilled in us as we grew up, our Katorikatanga' from 2017-05-01T18:05

Te Ahi Kaa explores Māori Catholic faith in the small community of Te Puna and at Hui Aranga – a four-day Easter event which attracted thousands to Tauranga this year.

Raised Rātana from 2017-04-23T18:06

Te Ahi Kaa explores faith with Mita Ririnui, a former Labour Party MP and registered apostle of the Rātana Church, and Piriwiritua Rurauwhe, who was raised Rātana and is now the church's secretary ...

'Whakapono [religion] is part of our DNA' from 2017-04-16T18:06

Te Ahi Kaa is in Gisborne this week with Donald Tamihere, who took over the role as Bishop of Te Tairawhiti from the late Archbishop Brown Turei.

Poukai - hosting with pride at Huria Marae from 2017-04-09T18:06

Te Ahi Kaa goes behind the scenes as whanau at Huria Marae in Tauranga gear up to host their 59th Poukai (annual visit by the Māori King).

Poukai still going strong after 132 years from 2017-04-02T18:06

The Poukai is a gathering instigated by Kiingi Tawhiao in 1884 to look after the Pouaru, the whanau panui and the rawakore (the widowed, bereaved and the destitute) following the Land Wars in 1863....

Marae of the South Island from 2017-03-26T18:06

Te Ahi Kaa visits marae in Christchurch and Motueka for the series Ngā Marae o te Motu (Marae of this Country).

Ōtakou Marae - history and community from 2017-03-19T18:06

Ōtakou Marae overlooks the Otago Peninsula and sits on a site steeped in history - it was where the Treaty of Waitangi was signed on 13 June, 1840.

Nga Marae o te Motu from 2017-03-12T18:06

Te Ahi Kaa visits marae in Blenheim and Christchurch.

Golden Bay's multicultural marae from 2017-03-05T18:06

Glynn Rogers and Lauralee Duff take Te Ahi Kaa on a tour of Onetahua Marae in the small community of Pohara, Golden Bay.

Kapahaka - the pinnacle of Māori performing arts from 2017-02-26T18:06

Te Ahi Kaa celebrates Te Matatini 2017 with an insight into kapahaka.

Composing waiata and understanding mōteatea from 2017-02-19T18:06

The national kapahaka festival Te Matatini begins on 23 February. In the lead-up, Te Ahi Kaa discusses mōteatea (chants) with Dr Wayne Ngata and waiata-a-ringa (action songs) with the late Matiu Di...

Joe Harawira, haka judge from 2017-02-12T18:06

Joe Harawira talks about his life in kapahaka and his judging role at Te Matatini.

Ngamoni Huata, queen of poi from 2017-02-05T18:06

Te Matatini judge Ngamoni Huata talks about her childhood harvesting raupo to make poi, her no-nonsense mottos and what she looks for in a performance.

Te Ahi Kaa - Highlights of 2016 from 2016-12-25T18:05

In the last show for 2016, Justine presents a few highlights from stories covered during the year.

More marae taking up Pare Kore (Zero Waste) from 2016-12-18T18:06

The zero-waste scheme Para Kore has become a kaupapa for over 135 marae in the North Island. Te Ahi Kaa visits Kirikiriroa Marae in Hamilton to find out how it works.

Heremaia Harawira on a mission in his community from 2016-12-11T18:05

Te Ahi Kaa is in Whakatane at Te Tohu o te Ora o Ngati Awa (Ngati Awa Social and Health Services) to find out more about the work they do in their community.

‘We lose our voice’ by not speaking out from 2016-12-04T18:06

After experiencing his own tragedy, James Rakena Robinson now works in suicide prevention and has founded an online platform for those who need to talk.

Pare O'Brien: 'I live here and I serve here and it's where I'm happiest' from 2016-11-27T18:06

Pare O'Brien works runs mobile clinics in Te Teko, Matata and Edgecumbe. Her service to her community earned her the Te Akenehi Hei Award. Te Ahi Kaa spends the morning with Pare at Te Teko Medical...

'I struggle to understand the whole concept of coming out. I just am' from 2016-11-20T18:06

A new book Takataapui - A Place of Standing explores M?ori sexual and cultural identity. Justine Murray finds out more.

Papak?inga - Hap? dream becomes a reality from 2016-11-13T18:06

A dream will be realised when a Tauranga Moana hap? open their Papak?inga Housing development this year. Justine Murray finds out about the process and the challenges.

Papak?inga – an insight into M?ori housing from 2016-11-06T18:06

Reuben Taipari has lived in a whare uku, a home made of clay and rammed earth for a decade, he says it's an affordable way to live on ancestral land. Ricky Hougton is set to add ten more homes to h...

Celebrating 25 years of Hirini Melbourne's landmark songbook, Toiapiapi from 2016-10-30T18:06

It's been 25 years since Hirini Melbourne's famous children's songbook Toiapiapi, was released. To mark the occasion. RNZ's Justine Murray spoke to his family and dug into the archives to find reco...

Jock McEwen – p?keha kaumatua from 2016-10-23T18:06

"There’s got to be something special about that person that they can find that space amongst our people” - Te Ururoa Flavell on historian, linguist and master carver Jock McEwen, who died in 2010.

Two young M?ori artists to watch from 2016-10-16T18:06

Cori Marsters and Te Kanawa Ngarotata are the recipients of a Creative New Zealand scholarship to assist their work as emerging artists. Cori is studying for his Bachelor in M?ori Arts and is resea...

Te Ahi Kaa for 16 October 2016 from 2016-10-16T18:06

Two young emerging maori artists Cori Marsters and Te Kanawa Ngarotata were the recipients of Creative New Zealand scholarship. Cori graduated from Carving School in 2013 and is studying towards a ...

The distinguished men of M?ori arts from 2016-10-09T18:06

Justine Murray meets Professor Piri Sciascia and Hoturoa Barclay-Kerr, who received Te Waka Toi Awards for their contribution to the arts this year.

Two kuia with a passion for teaching te reo from 2016-10-02T18:06

For over four decades kuia Elizabeth Mana Hunkin (Ngati Kahungunu) and Hokimoana Te Rika-Hekerangi (Tuhoe) have been teaching te reo M?ori with –  Te Ataarangi - a learner-friendly language method ...

Writer Patricia Grace honoured from 2016-09-25T18:06

Author Patricia Grace was honoured for her work at the recent Te Waka Toi Awards in Rotorua. Justine Murray sat down for a chat with Patricia in Rotorua, where she talked about her mission to compl...

P?keh? passionate about te reo M?ori from 2016-09-18T18:06

Melanie Nelson and Alex Hotere-Barnes have had different pathways in learning te reo M?ori, for Melanie it began in high school at Motueka and for Alex it began when his father enrolled him and his...

Actor's love affair with the language from 2016-09-11T18:04

Jerome Cvitanovich returns with this series about pakeha whose work is largely associated with the maori language, education and customs. This week he talks to veteran actor Jennifer Ward-Lealand w...

The Surrey-born school principal fluent in Te Reo from 2016-09-04T18:06

Jerome Cvitanovich resumes his series about p?keha who work with the M?ori language, education and customs. Mark Bradley came to New Zealand to play rugby and became 'obsessed' with te reo M?ori. T...

From the marae to the world from 2016-08-28T18:06

Te Ahi Kaa analyses the proverb Tangata ako ana i te whare, turanga ki te marae e tau ana' (A person who is taught well in the home will stand collected on the marae).

Koroneihana 2016 - behind the scenes from 2016-08-21T18:06

Wynae Tukere has worked in the dining hall at Turangawaewae Marae since she was ten years old. Today she is second in charge and oversees the food prepared and served to several thousand people ove...

'Marry a man with calloused hands' from 2016-08-14T18:06

In part three of this four part series, Te Ahi Kaa seeks out a variety of interpretations of whakatauki or proverbial sayings. This week, Moea he tangata ringa raupa (Marry a man with calloused han...

Octopus vs Shark from 2016-08-07T18:06

In part two of this four-part series, Te Ahi Kaa seeks out a variety of interpretations of whakatauki or proverbial sayings. This week, Kaua e mate Wheke me mate Ururoa (Do not die like an octopus,...

The Sweetness of the Kumara from 2016-07-31T18:06

In part one of this four part series, Te Ahi Kaa seeks out a variety of interpretations of whakatauki or proverbial sayings, this week Kaore te kumara e korero ana mo tona ake reka, The Kumara does...

He T?onga K?rero - a tribute to Spectrum from 2016-07-24T18:06

Former Spectrum producer Alwyn Owen remembers a few stories he produced for the long-running series that ends on July 24. He recalls spending time with the late Dame Whina Cooper where she talked a...

He T?onga k?rero - Spectrum in Te Araroa 1989 from 2016-07-17T18:06

The producers pf documentary series Spectrum covered a range of stories that captured the essence of the country over 44 years. Te Ahi Kaa digs into the Spectrum vaults and features stories from Al...

M?ori Language Week from 2016-07-10T18:06

Ko te reo te mauri o te mana M?ori - the language is the very essence of being M?ori. To acknowledge M?ori Language Week Te Ahi Kaa features an archival recording of Sir James Henare from 1984 and...

Turning the Tide on Suicide - part three from 2016-07-03T18:06

In part three of this series, Ezekiel Raui, Rongomaitawhiri Ah-Ching and Mauriora Tawaroa Takiari are three young people who each balance University Study and their work in suicide prevention.

Turning the Tide on Suicide - part two from 2016-06-26T18:06

We meet people who have lost whanau to suicide and others who work in their community to promote awareness and empower young people - Haley Grace-Hollis, Colin Taare, Matthew Tukaki and Ngahihi o t...

Turning the Tide on Suicide - part one from 2016-06-19T18:06

Former comedian Mike King and hip hop artist King Kapisi talk about their work with young people towards reducing suicide rates.

Sir Graham Latimer - A Life in the North from 2016-06-12T18:06

In a 1991 episode of Directions Graham Lattimer (1926 - 2016) talks about his life in the Far North.

Arohanui - an insight into hospice from 2016-06-05T18:06

Dr Simon Allan says hospice is much more than a place where people come to die and that nurses are the heart of the Hospice. Justine Murray visits the aptly named Arohanui Hospice in Palmerston North.

Jingajik Guitar: The M?ori Strumming Style from 2016-05-29T18:06

Dr Michael Brown, Curator of Music at Alexander Turnbull Library, talks about his research on the M?ori strumming style.

Meeting Erana Hemmingsen from 2016-05-22T18:06

On May 15 Erana Hemmingsen lost her life after a long illness. Late last year Justine Murray visited Erana at her Wainuiomata home where she talked about her love of music, iwi radio and her whakap...

Kapa haka: behind the scenes from 2016-05-15T18:06

There are many facets to kapa haka. It's a platform where traditional M?ori arts can interpret the many issues of the day. Justine Murray goes backstage at the Mataatua Regional Kapa Haka Competiti...

Horomona Horo - T?onga P?oro from 2016-05-08T18:06

Horomona Horo is a musician, composer and practitioner of taonga puoro. His mentors were the late Dr Hirini Melbourne, Dr Richard Nunns and carver of instruments Brian Flintoff. He refers to the th...

Whakawhanau p?pi: traditional birthing practices from 2016-05-01T18:06

Maakarita Paku talks about the resurgence of M?ori birthing practises and Kristal and Hohua Arapere talk about their recent Lotus birth.

M?ori Innovation - Adrienne Whitewood from 2016-04-24T18:06

Adrienne Whitewood grew up in a house where everyone in her whanau was connected to textiles or fashion. Dad was a button sewer, nan was a seamstress and her grandfather was drycleaner. Now in her ...

M?ori Innovation - P? Harakeke from 2016-04-17T18:06

Maraeroa C Incorporation runs its tourism venture P? Harakeke, an eco-cultural centre in the middle of Pureora Forest Park. In 2009 with the supports of its shareholders, the trust planted it's fir...

M?ori Innovation - Kanikani Kids from 2016-04-10T00:00

Kanikani Kids is a small business run by Otaki couple Leigh and Tahi Rau. They make colourful and individually designed kapahaka uniforms for pre-schools. What started out as a business to make end...

Brian Flintoff - T?onga P?oro from 2016-04-03T18:06

Jerome Cvitanovich meets Brian Flintoff, a master bone carver who continues his work in the revitilisation of traditional M?ori instruments.

Father David Gledhill - P?keh? priest among M?ori from 2016-03-27T18:00

The fourth in a Te Ahi Kaa series on P?keh? working and living in te ao Maori. We meet Father David Gledhill SM, a Pakeha priest who has worked among Maori for 50 years.

Alice Patrick: Passionate about te reo M?ori from 2016-03-20T18:06

Alice Patrick is a P?keh? teacher of te reo M?ori who is passionate about improving M?ori language learning in primary schools.

Rob McGowan - Rongo? Practitioner from 2016-03-13T18:06

Rob McGowan is a rongo? (traditional M?ori medicine) practitioner. He runs workshops and travels the country, passing on his knowledge of rongo? - acquired over many years. He remembers fondly bein...

Rob McGowan on Tutu from 2016-03-13T18:06

Rongoa Practioner Rob McGowan talks about the medicinal properties of Tutu.

Andrew Robb - media advisor to the M?ori Party from 2016-03-06T18:05

Since his students days at Victoria University in the 1970's, Andrew Robb made a conscious decision to align himself with M?ori issues at the time. M?ori Language revitilisation was at the forefron...

Ngaa Rauuira Puumanawawhiti from 2016-02-28T18:06

Ngaa Rauuira Puumanawawhiti starred in the documentary film M?ori Boy Genius released in 2011. Ngaa graduated with a Diploma from Te W?nanga o Raukawa when he was just 13 years old. In 2009 at just...

He Wake Eke Noa - P?horo M?ori Science Academy from 2016-02-21T18:05

Te Waoriki Hunia and Arama Yancey said it was kind of 'freaky' to meet a person who had actually been in space. The two Murupara area school students are talking about Colonel Rick Searfoss who att...

Te Tai Timu - Strengthening the tide from 2016-02-14T18:00

Alexa Cook is at the annual Te Tai Timu Trust Summer camp where the message of safety on the water is promoted to one hundred and thirty five youth from around the country and Justine Murray is at ...

Te Ahi Kaa 2015 - The Year That Was from 2015-12-20T18:06

A few highlights from stories featured on Te Ahi Kaa this year.

Huruiki - The Return of a Mountain from 2015-12-13T18:06

Jeremy Rose is in Whangarei with Brandon Edwards who successfully purchased Huruiki mountain in 2011, after the land was sold in 1961 due to rates arrears.

Akau Studios - Kaikohe from 2015-12-06T18:06

Jeremy Rose is in Kaikohe with young budding M?ori designers.

He Ora Tinana - Physical fitness from 2015-11-29T18:06

Takiri Butler provides an insight into whanau fitness in Tauranga. Kehu Butler hit the surf at five years old, ten years later at age 15, he competes at international level. Tiana Bennett suffers f...

He Kai Ora - Te Ahi Kaa from 2015-11-22T18:06

Te Ahi Kaa Contributor Takiri Butler presents He Kai Ora, an insight into healthy eating.

Te Ohu H?pori - Porirua from 2015-11-15T18:06

Justine Murray is in Porirua and reflects upon the towns 50 year history since it officially became a city.

Te Ohu H?pori - Taumarunui from 2015-11-08T18:06

Justine Murray visits Taumarunui and talks to those who are effecting positive change.

Te Ohu H?pori - Community People from 2015-11-01T18:06

In part one of this three part series, Justine Murray visits a community and talks to those who are effecting positive change.

Te Reo o te Raki - Paratene Te Manu (Sonny) Wellington from 2015-10-25T18:06

In this final episode of Te Reo o te Raki (Voices of the North) 82 year old Sonny Wellington is a bit of a 'lone' kaumatua in his communities of Tutukaka and Ngunguru. He carries out blessing cerem...

1975 Land March - Commemorating 40 years from 2015-10-18T18:06

Te Ahi Kaa features coverage of a panel discussion of where Cyril Chapman, Vivian Hutchinson and David Williams reflect on their involvement in the 1975 Land March lead by Te Rarawa Kuia Dame Whina...

Porgy and Bess - 50 years since NZ performance from 2015-09-20T18:06

Steve Danby rummages through the archives and provides an insight into the New Zealand Opera Company's production of George Gershwin's Porgy and Bess. The cast included American performers, an all-...

Te Wao Nui A Te Manu Korihi Sunday 20 Sept from 2015-09-20T17:30

Coming up just after 5-30, the Manu Korihi news team brings you highlights of the weeks' Maori news, including: Police actions in Whakatane questioned; Maori water rights; Would you live in a Maori...

Millan Ruka - River Ranger from 2015-09-13T18:06

Millan Ruka works as a river patrol ranger in Northland, encouraging the community and local councils to bring back the health of the rivers. It all began five years ago when Millan became aware of...

Soldiers Road Portraits from 2015-09-06T18:06

It was the creativity of her mother and a trip to the New York that inspired Taaniko Nordstrom to create a business taking portraits.  The subjects of the portrait wear a mix of traditional and mod...

Te Reo o te Raki: Ricky Houghton from 2015-08-30T18:06

Ricky Houghton is on a mission to improve housing for M?ori families in the Far North region.

Te Reo o te Raki - Nora Rameka from 2015-08-23T18:06

Nora Rameka talks about her life in the Far North with regional reporter Lois Williams in part one of a new series Te Reo o te Raki.

Te Ahuru M?wai - The impact of Suicide. (Part two) from 2015-08-14T14:00

Raising awareness, removing the stigma, and creating resilience is what more M?ori in the mental and health sector are working towards in the area of Suicide prevention. Another side of the coin, i...

Te Ahuru M?wai - The impact of suicide on M?ori communities from 2015-08-09T18:06

Ko te piko o te m?huri, tera te tupu o te r?kau. They way in which the young sapling is nurtured, determines how strong it will grow as a tree. This whakat?uki speaks to the theme of a National Sui...

Manu Tioriori - Narelle and Ellison Huata from 2015-07-19T18:06

Narelle and Ellison Huata talk about the life and legacy of their father, the late composer, mentor and M?ori performing arts teacher, Tama Huata.

Manu Tioriori – Te Kupu (Upper Hutt Posse) from 2015-07-12T18:06

Upper Hutt Posse began as a four piece reggae band in 1985, going on to release New Zealand's fist rap song 'E Tu' in 1988. Other songs include 'Ragga Girl', 'Stormy Weather' and 'Ka Whawhai Tonu M...

Manu Tioriori - Regan and Sasha Perry from 2015-07-05T18:06

Regan and Sasha Perry are brothers, fathers and musicians. Roots and Reggae music has been their signature sound, but their music style is as eclectic as their upbringing. They moved from town to t...

Skinwriting 2 - Miria George and Jamie McCaskill from 2015-06-07T18:32

Miria George wrote Niwa Begins and Jamie McCaskill wrote Kia ora Bro, issues of sexism and the stigma of not speaking te reo m-aori were the themes of their episodes. Both are also working on the m...

Skinwriting Series 2 - Episodes 4 and 5 from 2015-06-07T18:06

The drama continues in the second season of Skin Writing produced by Jason Te Kare. Award winning Playwrights Jamie McCaskill and Miria George wrote episodes for the radio drama serial set in a Taa...

Skin Writing - Series 2 from 2015-05-31T18:06

The drama continues in the second season of Skin Writing - the the radio drama set in a ta moko studio, The Underworld.Written by award-winning playwrights Whiti Hereaka and Jamie McCaskill. produc...

Playwright Albert Belz from 2015-05-24T18:01

Playwright Albert Belz talks about writing for radio and how it compares to the stage and screen.

Jason Te Kare on 'Skin Writing' from 2015-05-17T18:26

Skin Writing was developed to encourage more M?ori writers to give writing for radio a go. Jason Te Kare researched M?ori p?rakau (stories) of Mataora and Niwareka for his story, which is set in a ...

Te Ahi kaa mo 10 o Haratua (May) from 2015-05-10T18:06

A family take a road trip to join the Wellington leg of the 2004 Foreshore and Seabed Hikoi. Aside from the normal sibling squabbles along the way, the trip provides the space and time to discuss h...

The Battalion - Jim Moriarty from 2015-04-26T18:41

Te Rakau Hua o te Wao Tapu Trust is a theatre company that has performed in prisons, schools, marae, and even in the lounges of homes. Ng?ti Toa actor Jim Moriarty has worked in film, television an...

The effect of War - Puawai Cairns from 2015-04-26T18:25

On April 18th the exhibition Gallipoli: The Scale of Our War opened at Te Papa, the National Museum in Wellington. As part of the curatorial team, Puawai Cairns has researched the lives of the some...

Helene Leaf and Anania Wikaira from 2015-04-26T18:08

In the Far North, Captain Harding Leaf is quite legendary. He fought in the first World War at Gallipoli and on the Western Front. An athletic man who also was known for his keen sense of humour, h...

The Ode - Piripi Hoetawa from 2015-04-26T18:06

E kore ratou e koroheketia Penei i a tatou kua mahue nei E kore hoki ratou e ngoikore Ahakoa pehea i nga ahuatanga o te wa. I te hekenga atu o te ra Tae noa ki te aranga mai i te ata Ka maumahara t...

Ngataiharuru Taepa from 2015-04-19T18:40

Artist Ngataiharuru Taepa talks about his tupuna (ancestors) who fought in the Land Wars, the First World War and World War II.

M?ori Men of World War I - Te Papa Curator Puawai Cairns from 2015-04-19T18:17

Justine Murray visits Te Papa curator Puawai Cairns at her home and over a cup of tea, she shares a couple of photos from her research, she unravels the story of Lieutenant George Gardiner, who not...

The Road to The Rock - Piimio Mei from 2015-04-19T18:08

Piimio Mei was turned down twice to attend The New Zealand School of Dance in Wellington, but that didn't deter the 17 year old from pursuing her dream of becoming a Ballerina. A late starter to Ba...

Whakatau?ki mo 19 o Paenga-wh?wh? (April) 2015 from 2015-04-19T18:06

Ruia taitea, Ruia Taitea, Kia Tu ko Taikaha anake. Strip away the Taitea, the Sap. The heart is Taikaha. This week's whakatauaki is explained by Ngataiharuru Taepa no Te AtiAwa, Te Arawa.

P?p?kahi I Ke Alo O N? Pua - Mid-Pacific Institute from 2015-04-12T18:43

Lanakila Michael Casupanga teaches Hula at Mid-Pacific Institute, a college preparatory school for school children from ages 5 -18 years old in Honolulu, Hawaii. As part of their school programme, ...

Innovating M?tauranga and Re-searching Rangatiratanga from 2015-04-12T18:23

Teacher, Waiata Moteatea (Traditional Chant) scholar and researcher Dr Wayne Ngata attended the recent Kei Tua o te Pae conference held at Te Wananga o Raukawa, Otaki. In tackling the subject matte...

Pukeahu National War Memorial Park - Morrie Love from 2015-04-12T18:08

On March 25th this year, the official dawn blessing ceremony took place at the Pukeahu National War Memorial park, Buckle Street in Wellington. Built above the Arras Tunnel, the park provides a spa...

Whak?tauki mo 12 o Paenga wh?wh? (2015) from 2015-04-12T18:06

Maungarongo ki te whenua. Peace on Earth. This week's whakat?uki is explained by Morrie Love no Te Ati Awa.

Tusiata Avia - Samoan Palagi Poet from 2015-03-29T18:08

From Australia's ABC Radio National programme, Earshot Tusiata Avia provides a narrative about her poetry from two of her poetry collection books, Wild Dogs Under My Skirt and Bloodclot. Tusiata gr...

Whakat?uki mo 29 o Pout? te Rangi (March) 2015 from 2015-03-29T18:06

?kea Ururoatia. To Die like a Shark.

Sir Tipene O’Regan : Life and Influences from 2015-03-29T11:05

Straddling both the Pakeha and M?ori worlds it's fair to say his influence on M?oridom has been profound. Sir Tipene O'Regan has been described as the architect of the Maori economic model, who neg...

Dr Timoti Karetu - Ng? T?onga K?rero from 2015-03-22T18:35

In a 1994 episode of He Puna Wai Korero hosted by Henare Te Ua (1933 - 2007), coverage features of the Sir Apirana Ngata centenary celebrations in which Ngata graduated from University in 1894. To ...

Robert Wiremu - Opera in the Pa from 2015-03-22T18:28

This year marks the 15th anniversary of Opera in the Pa at Rotowhio Marae, Te Puia at Rotorua. This year the event will commemorate the centenary of World War I and operatic arias will be adapted t...

Nepia Takuira-Mita - Actor and Performer from 2015-03-22T18:22

Children are much harsher critics than adults, that's what actor Nepia Takuira-Mita says with a slight chuckle. 'They will tell you how it really is, they will say, what was that? he adds. That's t...

Maria Walker - Life imitating Art from 2015-03-22T18:08

Maria Walker directed the children's play Ngunguru I te ao, I te po, it's a play that is 95 percent in te reo maori and uses props, music and the odd English word to talk about the theme of the sto...

Whakat?uki for 22 o Pout? te rangi (March) 2015 from 2015-03-22T18:06

He Hono tangata e kore e motu, Ka pa he taura waka e motu. Unlike the rope of a waka, the bond of a human cannot be severed.

Indigenous Convicts - Hindsight from 2015-03-15T18:08

The stories of Hohepa Te Umuroa of Ng?ti Hau (Te Ati Haunui a P?p?rangi), Khoi San Leader David Sturraman and Aborigine Musquito are woven into a documentary produced by Lorena Allam and Louis Mitc...

Whakatauki mo 15 o Pout? te rangi (March) 2015 from 2015-03-15T18:08

Toitu te kupu, Toitu te mana, Toitu te whenua. Hold fast to Maori culture, with language, with mana and without land, the essence of being Maori will be lost.

Ng? Hua a T?ne Rore - The benefits of kapa haka from 2015-03-08T18:30

Dr Leonie Pihama and Dr Jillian Tipene of Te Kotahi Research Institute at The University of Waikato provide a brief analysis into their scoping report commissioned by Man?tu T?onga (Ministry for Cu...

Nuku - Symbols of Mana - Art exhibition from 2015-03-08T18:20

Bridget Reweti is the 2014 Blumhardt/Creative New Zealand Intern, at the tail end of her internship at The Dowse Art Museum in Lower Hutt she curated the recently opened exhibition Nuku: Symbols of...

The Koha Table - Cannons Creek Porirua from 2015-03-08T18:08

Riana Hautapu says Koha is about unconditional giving and receiving. It's based on this concept that she now runs The Koha Table, a weekly service where anyone can visit the front yard of her home ...

Whakat?uki mo 8 o Pout? te Rangi (March) 2015 from 2015-03-08T18:06

N?u te rourou, N?ku te rourou, Ka ora ai te iwi. With my basket and your basket the people with thrive. This week's whakat?uki is explained by Dr Leonie Pihama n? Te ?tiawa, Ng?ti M?hanga, Nga M?ha...

Ng? T?onga K?rero - Te Waka Huia from 2015-03-01T18:38

Henare Te Ua presents coverage of the 1986 Aotearoa Performing Arts Festival held in Christchurch. The winners of the competition at the 8th festival was Auckland based group Te Waka Huia. Highligh...

Rowley Habib - M?ori Writer from 2015-03-01T18:25

Rowley Habib grew up in Oruanui on the outskirts of Taupo, he attended Te Aute Boys College where his writing was encouraged by his peers. A writer, poet and playwright Rowley was the first maori w...

Whakarewarewa Village, Rotorua from 2015-03-01T18:08

Brother and Sister John Waaka and Mahora Wiston remember the dilemma their father Kuru Waaka faced when he was approached by Pakake Leonard to help establish the Whakarewarewa Village and the New Z...

Whakat?uki for 1 o Pout? te Rangi (March) 2015 from 2015-03-01T18:06

Kia kawea tatou e te rehia. Let us enjoy the spirit of entertainment.

Nga T?onga K?rero - Tauranga Kapahaka Competition 1970 from 2015-02-22T18:32

It was in the early 1960's that M?ori came together to celebrate performing arts, the venue was held at the Tauranga Queens Elizabeth Memorial Hall. In 1970, Wiremu Parker (1914 - 1986) attended th...

Ranui Ngarimu - Hosting Te Matatini 2015 from 2015-02-22T18:29

South Island iwi Ngai Tahu are hosting the 2015 Te Matatini, the annual National Performing Arts competition that attracts tens of thousands of people from around Aotearoa.  Marae, hotels, motels a...

Matatini - A few thoughts from 2015-02-22T18:25

Attending a couple of summer festivals is a good way to record a wide range of opinions on a certain topic, Justine Murray asks a few people which Kapa Haka group will get their support at this yea...

Kiwa Digital - M?ori stories on a digital platform from 2015-02-22T18:08

Kiwa Digital's M?ori development advisor Nikora Wharerau and Illustrator Munro Te Whata discuss the process of taking traditional m?ori Purakau (stories) and publishing these on a digital platform....

Whakat?uki mo 22 o Hui Tanguru (February) 2015 from 2015-02-22T18:06

Mo t?tou a Mo Ka Uri a muri ake nei. For us, and those that follow us. This week's whakat?uaki is explained by Ranui Ngarimu n? Ng?ti Mutunga, Ng?i Tahu.

Nga T?onga Korero - Apirana Mahuika from 2015-02-15T18:32

In this archival segment from 1989 Apirana Mahuika (1934 - 2015) talks about his role as the Chairperson of Te Runanga o Ng?ti P?rou, four years after it was established.

Pintupi Nine - Produced by NG Media from 2015-02-15T18:08

The Pintupi Nine is a family of two woman, their four sons and 3 daughters who were known as the last Aboriginal group to live as Hunter Gatherers in the Gibson Desert, Western Australia. The famil...

Whakat?uki for 15 o Hui-Tanguru (February) 2015 from 2015-02-15T18:06

Whatungarongaro te tangata, Toitu te Whenua. As man disappears, the land remains.

Ng? T?onga K?rero - Sir Apirana Ngata at Waitangi from 2015-02-08T18:45

In an archival recording from 1940, Sir Apirana Turupa Ngata is at the opening of the Whare Runanga meeting house at Te Tii Marae, Waitangi. The opening coincided with the centenary celebrations of...

What does Waitangi day mean to you? from 2015-02-08T18:43

Justine Murray asks the question at Te Ra o te Raukura whanau festival, Lower Hutt on February 1st, 2015.

Experiencing Te Ra o te Raukura from 2015-02-08T18:37

Kurt Komene is the tutor of the kaumatua kapahaka group Te Roopu Taikura o Te Kahui Herekawe, this year the group performed on stage at Te Ra o te Raukura. Kurt talks about the iwi connections and ...

Te Ra o te Raukura - Star Olsen from 2015-02-08T18:32

Every year Star Olsen sets up his stall at the Te Ra o te Raukura, the two day whanau festival, the trouble is he actually doesn't sell anything. His stall is his trusty van and he spends time soak...

Treaty Debates 2015 - Healing the past, building a future from 2015-02-08T18:08

This year's Treaty Debate panel is Peter Douglas CEO of Te Ohu Kaimoana; Jamie Tuuta CEO of Te Tumu Paeroa; Matiu Rei Executive Director at Ngati Toa Rangatira and Rahui Papa, Chairman of the Execu...

Whakat?uki for 8 o Hui-Tanguru (February) 2015 from 2015-02-08T18:06

He honore, he kororia, maungarongo ki te whenua, whakaaro pai ki nga tangata katoa. Honour and Glory on high, peace on earth and goodwill to all people. This week's whakatauki is explained by Kurt ...

Alice Te Punga Somerville and the M?ori diaspora from 2015-02-01T18:42

"(The Manu Aute)…is shaped by its relationship to the ground and who is holding it, and the strength of the rope" Alice Te Punga Somerville. Academic Alice Te Punga Somerville uses the metaphor of ...

Putahi Pa, Wairoa from 2015-02-01T18:19

Those keeping the homefires burning (Te Ahi Kaa) are relied heavily upon to swing into action, by the whanau who live away from their P? when, say a t?papaku arrives and a tangihanga takes place. H...

Flying Flags and their relevance to Aotearoa on Waitangi Day from 2015-02-01T18:12

In an archival recording, Te Ao Pritchard of Te Ata Tino Toa, explains why flying the New Zealand and Tino Rangatiratanga flags alongside eachother on Waitangi day demonstrates the partnership as a...

Whakatauki mo 01 o Hui Tanguru (February) 2015 from 2015-02-01T18:06

"Tai timu, tai pari e kore e mutu taku aroha m?hau"The tide comes in, the tide goes out my love for you will never end

Ng? T?onga Korero - Ratana Pa and The Holy Temple from 2015-01-25T18:36

In an archival recording from 1987, Haare Williams presents He Rerenga Korero, the episode delves into the History of the Ratana faith, and the architectural design of Temepara Tapu, The Holy Templ...

Zoey Martin-Hawke from 2015-01-25T18:30

Creating a Smoke free Aotearoa by 2025 is the mission of Te Ara H? Ora Manager Zoey Martin-Hawke, helped along by the contribution of the former co-leader of the M?ori Party, Dame Tariana Turia. As...

Dr Tony Ruakere - A Colourful Career from 2015-01-25T18:07

There is both a serious and fun side to the career of Dr Anthony Ansley Ruakere, better known as Dr Tony Ruakere. There's the hitch-hiking trips he made from Taranaki to Dunedin to attend Medical s...

Whakat?uki mo 25 o Kohit?tea (January) 2015 from 2015-01-25T18:06

M? Whero, M? Pango, Ka oti ai te mahi. With Co-operation the work shall be completed. This weeks whakat?uki is explained by Zoey Martin-Hawke n? Ng?ti Paoa, Ng?ti Hako.

Ruia Aperahama from 2014-12-21T18:50

Addressing childhood sexual abuse has not been easy for musician Ruia Aperahama. Yet he's done it and in the process is undergoing great healing.

Tuhoe Apology from 2014-12-21T18:46

On August 22, 2014 Treaty Negotiations Minister Chris Finlayson delivered an apology on behalf of the crown to T?hoe thus bringing to a close the T?hoe Settlement as reached through a Waitangi Trib...

Manaway Honey and Te Urewera treks from 2014-12-21T18:37

Two businesses in the isolated communities of Ruatahuna are proving successful in creating employment and utilising the area's natural resource.

Malama Honua from 2014-12-21T18:33

Voyaging waka H?kule'a and Hikianalia are sailing from nation to nation highlighting the dire state of the oceans. Maraea Rakuraku is with two of its crew members Kat Lobendahn and Moani Heimuli.

The West Papua fight for sovereignty from 2014-12-21T18:21

The Madang Wansolwara Dance gathering in West Papua in September was an opportunity to meet with Pacific nations on a creative and political level. It was also an opportunity for University lecture...

PREVIEW 2015 Alice Te Punga Somerville_ Once were Pacific from 2014-12-21T18:14

Maraea Rakuraku is in discussion with Alice Te Punga Somerville author of Once were Pacific; M?ori connections to the Pacific (2012) about the dynamics of M?ori enjoy with Pacific and Pasifika.

Ngahiraka Mason from 2014-12-21T18:06

Continuing to focus on the M?ori P?keh? relationship without considering the dynamic between other indigenous peoples does a disservice to M?ori according to Indigenous Arts Curator and commentator...

He Titiro Whakamuri - A look back on a few stories this year. from 2014-12-14T18:47

In the second to last episode of Te Ahi Kaa for 2014, Justine Murray features a few of her favourite stories produced this year, that includes the mass Haka Powhiri to commemorate 150 years since t...

Amokura Panoho - The future of Parihaka from 2014-12-14T18:32

Parihaka was a thriving, entrepreneurial and peaceful community, led by  Prophets Tohu K?kahi and Te Whiti o Rongomai during the 1870s. That all changed when, on 5th November, 1881 Parihaka was inv...

M?ori Trade Training Its history and future from 2014-12-14T18:08

Dr Terry Ryan, Hemi te Hemi and Harry Westrupp have a shared interest in M?ori Trade Training that was established in the 1950s and continued until the early 1980s. Dr Terry Ryan is well versed in ...

Whakat?uki mo 14 o Hakihea (December) 2014 from 2014-12-14T18:06

Tu Ora, Tu Kaha, Tu Mana, Tu Maori. Be healthy, be strong, be proud, be Maori. This weeks whakatauki is explained by Justine Murray

Parade from Te Poho o Rawiri to C Company Whare from 2014-12-07T18:36

Maraea Rakuraku meets with members of the Poutu wh?nau who just may be the M?ori version of the story that inspired the the 1998 Steven Spielberg film Saving Private Ryan - but with a much happier ...

Moana Callaghan from 2014-12-07T18:34

Moana Callaghan and her wh?nau travelled from Maraenui to attend the three day commemorations at Te Poho o Rawiri p?, Gisborne as their father Wira Callaghan was a soldier in C Company of the 28th ...

Gisborne Eastern Knights chess club from 2014-12-07T18:09

Club Captain Noble Keelan has a very simple method of controlling the boisterousness that erupts at Tuesday night chess club at the Gisborne Eastern Knights - clapping. Yet, who can blame the membe...

Whakat?uki m? 7 o Hakihea (December) 2014 from 2014-12-07T18:06

The way the sapling is shaped determines how the tree grows.

K?kako - The Story of Tamanui from 2014-11-30T18:41

In 1999 the native Kokako bird Tamanui was removed from his home in the Moki Forest by Ng?ti Tama and the Department of Conservation because of the threat caused by pests, stoats and wildlife. At t...

Marae civil resilience - Mock community evacuation from 2014-11-30T18:17

When Marae Nga Hau e Wha o Papararangi Marae in Wellington took in 42 evacuees following the 2011 Christchurch earthquakes, they soon realised the marae was not well equipped to cope. So began thei...

Te Reo Wainene o Tua - Storytelling in te reo M?ori from 2014-11-30T18:08

Tamati Waaka says that for many marae across Aotearoa there is always that funny whanau member that can tell a good story, whether it's an uncle or aunty, it's always that person who can tell a har...

Whakat?uki mo 30 o Whiringa ? rangi (November) 2014 from 2014-11-30T18:06

Te Hiahia tuturu ki te tiaki te Mauri o Paraninihi te mahi I mua kia oti ai. Te Rangatiratanga o Paraninihi mo nga iwi o Taranaki. The ultimate goal is to guard the mauri of Paraninihi, to continue...

M?lama Honua H?k?le'a, and Hikianalia with Kat Lobendahn and Moani Keliikuli Heimuli from 2014-11-23T18:30

Maraea Rakuraku receives Waka101 tutelage from Kat Lobendahn and Moani Keala Keliikuli Heimuli members of the M?lama Honua Waka Voyaging crew traversing across Te Moananuiakiwa (The Pacific Ocean) ...

Hui Takataapui 2014 with David Kukutai Jones from 2014-11-23T18:16

David Kukutai Jones is a healer, maker of rongoa, librarian and the Chairman of the M?ori Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transsexual, Transgender gathering - Hui Takataapui 2014 which this year was hosted...

Chris Huriwai and his Burning Bush moment from 2014-11-23T18:09

With an Anglican Mum and Ringatu Dad where's the middle ground if you're having a religious calling? Maraea Rakuraku catches up with Anglican priest Chris Huriwai who left for Jerusalem via America...

Whakat?uki m? 23 o Whiringa ? Rangi (November) 2014 from 2014-11-23T18:06

Haere mai ki ahau, ki Te Papa-O-Rotu ki te au Te Rena, ki te urunga te taka, ki te moenga te whakaarahia. Ahakoa iti taku iti, he rei kei roto. Come to me, to Te Papa-O-Rotu to the unstirred curren...

Caii-Michelle Baker from 2014-11-16T18:42

Ng?ti P?rou and Rongowhakaata singer Caii-Michelle Baker was plucked from her hometown Tolaga Bay and mentored by the late Prince Tui Teka, she was only 17 years old. Since that time, she's enjoyed...

Julie Noanoa and Norm Heke - M?ori Art from 2014-11-16T18:24

M?ori Art for Kids is the new book released this week by artistic couple Julie Noanoa and Norm Heke. The book is the culmination of six months' of research for Julie, who concluded there was a lack...

Tim Wigmore - Precious Cargo from 2014-11-16T18:08

Precious Cargo is an exhibition that takes a traditional M?ori t?onga and through its design, another interpretation of it's functionality is explored. Essentially Waka Huia were designed as intric...

Whakat?uki mo 16 o Whiringa a Rangi (November) 2014 from 2014-11-16T18:06

Whaia te iti Kahurangi, Ka t?ohu koe me he maunga teitei. Pursue the noblest of intentions or goals, and if you bow your head let it be to a lofty mountain. This week's whakat?uki is explained by M...

Aureretanga Parihaka from 2014-11-09T18:06

Te Ahi Kaa this week features a dramatised documentary recreating the political manoeuvrings behind the invasion of Parihaka in Taranaki on 5 November 1881.

Moana Maniapoto - New Album Rima from 2014-11-02T18:42

There is an eclectic mix of songs on Moana and the Tribe's latest album, Rima. First there is the electronic influence of musician Paddy Free and a commissioned duet with well-established singer an...

Acushla Dee O Carroll - Social Media and M?ori Culture from 2014-11-02T18:22

Keyboard Warrior or K?nohi ki te K?nohi? How do you maintain your links to your hap?, iwi, marae and whanau? In 2010 Acushla began her research for her PhD thesis about the impact social media plac...

Puti Mackey - Ng? Kaitito Waiata o Ng?ti P?rou from 2014-11-02T18:08

Ng?ti P?rou Kapahaka exponent Puti Mackey recalls the strength of waiata composition during her time growing up on the East Coast. Nuki Williams, Pare Herewini aka Polly De Lux, Apirana Ngata, Hena...

Whakat?uki mo 2 o Whiringa a Rangi (November) 2014 from 2014-11-02T18:06

Kia ata Ko nga Kopara o Rongomaitapui. Sing softly the bellbirds of Rongomaitapui. This week's whakatauki is explained by Puti Mackey no Ngati Porou.

Ruia Aperahama: Hiding lies upon lies and uncovering the truth from 2014-10-26T18:34

Musician Ruia Aperahama found it impossible to continue the way he was living, using drugs and alcohol to self medicate. It took a failed suicide attempt for him to finally accept that his addictio...

Homelessness in Wellington from 2014-10-26T18:09

For a moment there, waking during the night surrounded by the sounds of 50 or so sleeping people Suzanne Tamaki, was reminded of sleeping in a wharenui/ whare tupuna at a p?. Only she wasn't at the...

Whakatauki mo 26 o whiringa a nuku (October) 2014 from 2014-10-26T18:06

Kerea kerea, t?kia t?kia, kui kui whitiwhiti ora. Ka piri au ki te onepango, ka wiriau ki te onepango. Ka taea ano o te onewhero o ng? m?tua tupuna. Dig dig, plant, plant and the cry of the p?p?wha...

Ng? T?onga K?rero - Ramai Hayward from 2014-10-19T18:47

In an archival recording from 1973, Ramai Hayward (1916 - 2014) talks about her passion for film production during the 1940's with host Selwyn Murupaenga. Archival audio in this programme was suppl...

From M?oriland to ImagineNATIVE from 2014-10-19T18:24

Pat and Tania Hakaraia run their lawnmowing business in Otaki, their expertise were called upon when Pat's cousin Libby Hakaraia directed the short film The Lawnmower Men of Kapu. This week the cou...

Arapata Hakiwai - Remembering Sir Apirana Ngata from 2014-10-19T18:08

As part of this year's Sir Apirana Ngata Memorial Lectures. Acting Chief Executive and Kaihautu of Te Papa Tongarewa, Arapata Hakiwai talks about the contribution made by Sir Apirana Ngata in the r...

Whakat?uki mo 19 o Whiringa a nuku (October) 2014 from 2014-10-19T18:06

He aroha whakat?, He aroha puta mai. If kindness is sown, then kindness you shall receive. This week's whakat?uki is explained by Sonia Kaurauna n? Ng?i Tuhoe.

The purpose of Toi M?ori Art Market according to Toi M?ori Ge from 2014-10-12T18:33

M­?ori art is as varied and diverse as any other and how it is presented for exhibition and sale, is vital to the event and exhibition that is Toi M?ori Art Market coming up in November, 2014. Gary...

Dr Jaclyn Aramoana ,Improving M?ori Health outcomes from 2014-10-12T18:24

When Dr Jaclyn Aramoana decided to become a surgeon she contacted the very first M?ori surgeon, Associate Professor Jonathan Koea for advice. What eventuated has been an ongoing relationship of men...

When traditional M?ori Art confronts notions of elitism and privilege from 2014-10-12T18:10

A black BMW pimped out in a Derek Lardelli moko type design with a p?keh? behind it? How's that for a political statement? How's that for advertising one of the Te Ao M?ori art events of the year, ...

Whakatauki mo 12 o Whiringa a nuku from 2014-10-12T18:06

My fire on my land has burned continuously.

Corinna Hunziker - From skating to filmmaking from 2014-10-05T18:40

Former roller derby skater turned filmmaker Corinna Hunziker is the director of the documentary The All Skates. The documentary follows female skaters vying for a place on the national squad. Corin...

Writer and poet Keri Kaa from 2014-10-05T18:14

Justine Murray visits the home of Hohi Ngapera Te Moana Keri Kaa in Rangitukia, Te Tairawhiti. Keri talks about her childhood, her whanau and the book Taka Ki Ro Wai. The book won the M?ori Languag...

Kataraina O'Brien from 2014-10-05T18:08

On September 27, 2014 Kaa O'Brien attended her last conference as National President of Te Roopu Wahine Maori Toko I te Ora (Maori Women's Welfare League) she talks about a few of her highlights du...

Whakat?uki mo 5 o Whiringa ? Nuku (October) 2014 from 2014-10-05T18:06

Korero maori I nga wa katoa, I nga waahi katoa. Ma kona ka ora te reo. Speak Maori everywhere, anytime, from that the language will thrive. This week's whakatauki is explained by Keri Kaa no Ngati ...

Dr Maarire Goodall Awardee Tariana Turia from 2014-09-28T18:43

It seems once you hit retirement the awards start flooding in, not that they're undeserving in the case of former M?ori party co-leader and Associate Minister of Health Tariana Turia who was recogn...

Dr Paratene Ngata Awardee Dr Lily Fraser from 2014-09-28T18:37

In her acceptance speech as the sixth recipient of the Dr Paratene Ngata (1947-2009) Award, that recognises mentoring, support and service to the medical profession; Dr Lily Fraser recalls aspects ...

Te Ohu Rata o Aotearoa Te Ora Maori Medical Practitioners Hui from 2014-09-28T18:28

He toka t? moana, ar? he toa rongonui, Like a rock that stands in raging waters - Courage and strength in advocating Hauora M?ori. Te Ora CEO Terina Moke explains the role of the organisation that ...

Amster Reedy in 1977 and the challenges of teaching waiata Maori at Wellington Teachers Training College from 2014-09-28T18:09

After much criticism from P?keh? and his own Iwi, Amster Reedy presents his reasoning for teaching traditional waiata M?ori to his students at Wellington Teachers College. Whai Ngata is the intervi...

Whakatauki mo 28 o Mahuru 2014 from 2014-09-28T18:06

E kore e hekeheke, he kakano Rangatira I will never be lost for I am the seed of chiefs Whakata?ki voiced by Reina Whaitiri n? Kai Tahu and explained with Robert Sullivan n? Ng?puhi, Kai Tahu, Irish

Te Reo M?ori students from 2014-09-21T18:49

He aha ?u moemoea mo te kawanatanga e tu mai nei? What issues are important to you for the impending government? Justine Murray asks this question to a group of m?ori language students.

Ng?ti P?rou East Coast Rugby team from 2014-09-21T18:34

Sports Commentator Ken Eruera is one of Ng?ti P?rou East Coast Rugby team's biggest supporters, one of his golden moments in commentary was the 2012 match between Ng?ti P?rou East Coast and Whangan...

Te Ahi Kikoha - Takurua Tawera from 2014-09-21T18:08

Born in Te Teko, Takurua works as a Counsellor at Moana House, a rehabilitation programme based in Dunedin. He works alongside adult male offenders and teaches behavioural and social issues to help...

Whakat?uki mo 21 o Mahuru (September) 2014 from 2014-09-21T18:06

K?rero m?ori I nga wa katoa, I nga waahi katoa. Ahakoa kei hea koe, ahakoa te whare, te whenua. Ko Ranginui e tu nei, Ko Papatu?nuku te takoto nei. Ko Rangi, Ko Papa, Ko Au. Speak m?ori all the tim...

T?tai Arorangi and the wonder of M?ori Astronomy from 2014-09-14T18:26

Moving from the fantastical to the tangible is just part of the work that Toa Waaka is aiding in his role as Vice President of the Society for M?ori Astronomy Research and Traditions (SMART). He ex...

Between the kindling and the blaze from 2014-09-14T18:12

Whether it's a bro in a pub or his grandfather mowing the lawn, for writer Ben Brown mana is as intrinsic a value as his writing practice. He recites poetry from the collection From the kindling to...

Whakat?uki mo 14 o Mahuru (September) 2014 from 2014-09-14T18:06

T­?ku toa, he toa rangatira. My courage is the courage of chiefs.

Te reo M?ori lecturer Enoka Murphy from 2014-09-07T18:43

Enoka is a Te Reo M?ori Lecturer at Waikato University and this year received an award for Sustained Excellence in teaching in a kaupapa M?ori environment. While talking about his aspirations for t...

Nori Parata - Tolaga Bay Area School from 2014-09-07T18:25

Justine Murray visits the school in Uawa and chats with Nori Parata about the schools busy year that included being recognised for their Training Academy programme and what she explains as the trip...

Dr Joanne Baxter and Dr Peter Crampton from 2014-09-07T18:08

The rise of M?ori studying in health sciences at Otago University has increased over the past few years, Justine Murray finds out why.

Whakat?uki mo 7 o Mahuru (September) 2014 from 2014-09-07T18:06

Kia Horapa te reo. Let the language be spoken in everyday situations. This week's whakatauki is explained by Enoka Murphy no Ngati Manawa, Ngati Ruapani.

Karl Teariki from 2014-08-31T18:47

2014 is turning out to be quite a year for Karl Teariki whose album Te Manu has scored four nominations in the 2014 Waiata M?ori Music Awards. It's made all the more special as it features two of h...

Following in the steps of the 28 M?ori Battalion from 2014-08-31T18:11

When your job involves caring for a website that memorialises the 28 M?ori Battalion understandably your knowledge of military terminology and history is more than say, the average punter, Yet noth...

Whakat?uaki mo 31 o Hereturik?k? (August) 2014 from 2014-08-31T18:06

Hoki atu ki o t?tau iwi, hoki atu ki o t?tau maunga, hoki atu ki o t?tau marae. Engari kia mau ki t?nei k?rero - tu M?ori mai, tu M?ori mai, tu M?ori mai Go back to our people, go back to our mount...

Digital artist - Johnson Witehira from 2014-08-24T18:34

A few public spaces in Wellington now display Johnson Witehira's digital artwork. His portfolio ranges from creating fonts and typography, tee-shirts, street art to M?ori designed wallpaper. Justin...

Leonie Matoe - Toi Tangata from 2014-08-24T18:17

Toi Tangata is an Auckland-based organisation that specialises in health and wellbeing for M?ori and non-M?ori. Their work incorporates core M?ori values with modern day living, with an overall goa...

Sir Tamati Muturangi Reedy from 2014-08-24T18:07

This year marks the 31st anniversary of the Ngata Memorial Lectures. The annual Ng?ti P?rou gathering acknowledges the legacy of leader and politician Ta Apirana Ngata, and provides a forum to disc...

Whakat?uki mo 24 o Hereturik?ka (August) 2014 from 2014-08-24T18:06

Ko te toi o nga ora, Ko te whanau ora. The Pinnacle of health and wellbeing is whole whanau health and wellbeing. This week's whakat?uki is explained by Leonie Matoe n? Ng? Rauru, Ng? Ruahine.

Ngahiraka Mason and the conversations that need to be had from 2014-08-17T18:30

M?ori are in need of solid, critical self-reflection according to contemporary M­?ori art commentator and cultural historian, Ngahiraka Mason. If we can do that we will find more value in engaging ...

Where the R?kohu bone sings from 2014-08-17T18:10

Writing her first novel Where the R?kohu Bone Sings was a means of Tina Makereti understanding her daughters Moriori identity and in the telling of the story giving voice to the relationship betwee...

Whakatauki mo 17 0 Hereturikoka (August )2014 from 2014-08-17T18:06

Me ua e te ua Let the rain fall

Whakat?uki m? 10 o Hereturik?k? (August) 2014 from 2014-08-10T18:06

Kia mau ki te K?ura Roa - Hold on to the big crayfish.

Maori language week launch 2014 from 2014-07-27T18:43

M?ori language week was officially launched on Monday July 21st at Te Rauparaha Arena, Porirua. A few highlights feature.

Keith Southern - Music Producer from 2014-07-27T18:23

Keith Southern enjoyed a friendship with Whanganui composer Morvin Te Anatipa Simon (1944 -2014) for over thirty years. They recorded and arranged maori music together with groups including Kaiwhai...

Ng? Reo o te Whenua from 2014-07-27T18:08

Dr Paul Wolframm talks about the documentary Nga Reo o te Whenua - Voices of the land. T?onga p?oro exponent Dr Richard Nunns and Horomono Horo shed light on the connection of traditional M?ori ins...

Whakat?uki mo 27 o Hong?ngoi (July) 2014 from 2014-07-27T18:06

Patua te taniwha o te whakama. Do not let shyness overcome you.

Pita Paraone from 2014-07-20T18:47

Acting Chief Executive Officer of Te Taura Whiri I te reo M?ori (M?ori Language Commission) Pita Paraone discusses the concept of Te Kupu o te Wiki as part of the M?ori Language week campaign 2014.

Nick Tupara from 2014-07-20T18:36

In the retail downtown area of Gisborne, Tupara is a business that is steadily building up a name for themselves. They sell a range of M?ori art on behalf of the local artists, Justine Murray chats...

Whaik?rero - Father Durning at M?kirikiri from 2014-07-20T18:06

Whaik?rero by the Rev. Father James Durining at the opening of the Aotea Meeting House at M?kirikiri, Dannevirke, 1967.

Whakat?uki for mo 20 o H?ngongoi (July) 2014 from 2014-07-20T18:06

Kia tika te reo, Kia rere te reo, Kia M?ori te reo. Let the M?ori language be accurate, let it fly and let it be M?ori and traditional. This week's whakat?uki is explained by Gareth Seymour n? Ng?t...

The ?takou M?ori Memorial Methodist Church from 2014-07-13T18:47

Rachel Wesley shows Justine Murray around the church located a few metres away from Otakou Marae and is home to a whanau Whare Taoka, a small room with a range of photos, treasures and pounamu.

Louise Potiki Bryant from 2014-07-13T18:36

Ngai Tahu choreographer Louise Potiki Bryant talks about her career in dance which includes a range of productions with The Black Grace Dance Company, Atamira and Te Ahukaramu Charles Royal's Te Wh...

Whaik?rero - Eruera Tirikatene from 2014-07-13T18:06

Poroporoaki to Sir Eruera Tirikatene by Koro Wetere in 1967.

Whakat?uki mo 13 o H?ngongoi (July) 2014 from 2014-07-13T18:06

Ko te pipi te tuatahi, ko te kaunuku te tuarua. A small wedge is used first, followed by a larger one.

The Modern M?ori Quartet from 2014-07-06T18:44

It's been a busy year for the Quartet who wrapped up their Matariki on the Move shows in Auckland this week, but it seems as though things aren't slowing down any time soon with an upcoming TV tale...

Dr Karyn Paringatai from 2014-07-06T18:14

Justine Murry visits Dr Karyn Paringatai at the University of Otago and sits in one of her classes. Dr Paringatai also talks about her reconnection to her ties in Ng?ti P?rou, despite growing up in...

Whaik?rero - Kepa ?hau from 2014-07-06T18:06

Poroporoaki to Kepa ?hau by Te Whati T?mati 1970.

Whakat?uki mo 6 o H?ngongoi July 2014 from 2014-07-06T18:06

Iti K?parapara Pioi Kahikataea, ahakoa nga mahi uaua, Ka Taea - Although the K?parapara bird is small, it can reach the heights of the Kahikatea tree. This weeks whakat?uki is explained by Juanita ...

Whiti te R? The Story of Ng?ti Toa Rangatira from 2014-06-29T18:44

Ng?ti Toa Rangatira project manager Jennie Smeatton and Curator Awhina Tamarapa take Justine Murray on a tour of Whiti te R?: The Story of Ng?ti Toa Rangatira that opened on June 14 2014 at Te Papa...

Matariki Festival from 2014-06-29T18:08

As the M?ori programme leader of Arts and Culture at Auckland Council, Anahera Higgins provides a rundown of the Matariki events happening in Auckland up until the end of July.

Whaik?rero - Tuini Ng?wai from 2014-06-29T18:06

Poroporoaki to Tuini Ng?wai by Hunara H?roki T?ngaere in 1965.

Matariki at Waiwhetu Marae from 2014-06-22T18:45

From a Matariki celebration at Lower Hutt's Waiwhetu Marae, Justine Murray poses the question to whanau running a few of the kai stalls.

Joe Mcloed - Chef from 2014-06-22T18:36

M?ori Chef Joe Mcloed finds solace at his home, helped along by the huge range of rongoa and native plants he has in his backyard. On one crisp morning Justine Murray joins him for a chat about the...

Whakat?uki mo 22 o Pipiri (June) 2014 from 2014-06-22T18:06

T?kina ra ko nga hui o Matariki Puanga Tautoru. Ka ngaro atutahi ma e karewa te tini o wheturiki. Matariki is the cluster of stars, Puanga is Orion, Tautoru is Orions belt, Atutahi is Conopus, Kare...

Whaik?rero - King Koroki from 2014-06-22T18:06

Poroporoaki to King Koroki by Pei Te Hurinui Jones in 1966.

Whaik?rero - Bishop Bennett from 2014-06-15T18:06

Poroporoaki to Bishop Frederick Augustus Bennett by Kepa ?hau in 1950.

Music tutor, pianist and YouTube star Shaqaila Uelese from 2014-06-08T18:45

She's a student, music tutor, pianist and now a youtube star. Shaqaila first featured on the show in August 2013, but after a video of her playing Bohemian Rhapsody went viral, thanks to Twitter, h...

Te Rangi Hiroa - NTK 1949 from 2014-06-08T18:33

From the archives, recorded at a civic reception in Dunedin in 1949, Te Rangi Hiroa talks about his affinity to the Otago area and his foray into politics encouraged by Sir James Carroll.

Te Rangi Hiroa College with Ashley Day from 2014-06-08T18:23

Te Rangi Hiroa College is one of 15 residential sites of the University of Otago. He is the Warden of the college that provides accommodation for 127 students. The former hotel building bears the n...

Adrian Wagner - Music from 2014-06-08T18:08

He grew up on the East Coast, moved to Porirua, spent time in England and made his way back to Wellington. Adrian Wagner has drawn on his past experiences to create his music. He's been doing for a...

Whakat?uki for 8 Pipiri (June) 2014 from 2014-06-08T18:06

Whiria te tangata. Weave the people together. This week's whakatauki is explained by Ashley Day.

Hekenukumai Busby and the Star Compass from 2014-06-01T18:36

Maraea Rakuraku visits the beautiful Awanui - Te Tai Tokerau home of Master Navigator and Waka Builder, Hekenukumai Busby where, many of the waka that he and others have sailed across Te Moana Nui ...

Tomo and whanaungatanga as explained by Dr Carwyn Jones from 2014-06-01T18:25

Dr Carwyn Jones, University Law Lecturer and Co-editor of the M?ori Law Review provides some historical and legal context to the purpose of tomo and how, while it's not a readily applied practice t...

Whakatauki mo 1 o Pipiri from 2014-06-01T18:06

He korero te kai a te rangatira. The talk of chiefs. Voiced by Gideon Porter

Happily ever after and Tomo - M?ori Marriage 1950's styles from 2014-06-01T16:56

Winiata Morunga was 20 years old and his intended bride, Doreen Beasley was 18 when they first met at a cousins wedding in Omanaia early 1950's . He was the best man, she was a bridesmaid. So far s...

Nga t?onga k?rero - Poukai from 2014-05-25T18:43

In an archival recording from 1988, Haare Williams provides an insight into the annual gathering, Poukai.

?takou Marae - Otago Peninsula from 2014-05-25T18:25

Rachel Wesley takes Justine Murray on a tour of Otakou Marae located on the Otago Peninsula, she explains the unique features which include a concrete maihi and their refurbished wharekai, Hakuiao.

For the people by the people - Wainuiomata Community Centre from 2014-05-25T18:08

Lizzie Raukawa, Tupou Kuma, Eize Raukawa, and DJ Teez talk about their work at the Wainuiomata Community Centre.

Whakat?uki mo 25 o Haratua (May) 2014 from 2014-05-25T18:06

Tau arai i te po titoko o te ao marama, Ko te wehe a Ihoa te Timatanga i te Whakaroha nui. To overcome darkness and despair, seek new learning and understanding. This whakatauki is explained by Tak...

Oturu School from 2014-05-18T18:45

A little country school on the outskirts of Kaitaia measures its success by the way their students engage in the school activities that they have had a hand in creating and managing.

Noho Hewa - The Wrongful Occupation of Hawai’i from 2014-05-18T18:15

In 1893, the monarch of Hawai'i, Queen Liliuokalani (1838-1917) was overthrown by a group of American sugar plantation owners led by Sanford Ballard Dole (1844-1926). Ever since, generations of Nat...

The character of the 28th M?ori Battalion as explained by Dr Monty Soutar from 2014-05-18T18:09

It's widely acknowledged that the 28 M­?ori Battalion "punched above its weight" in the Second World War. In an archival interview from 2009, 28 M?ori Battalion scholar and author of Nga Tama Toa: ...

Whakatauki mo 18 o Haratua (May) 2014 from 2014-05-18T18:06

Ki te kore ngaputake e m?kukungia e kore te rakau e tupu  If the roots of the tree are not watered the tree will never grow

No Conspiracy - a song written by Te Hata Olly Ohlson from 2014-05-11T18:44

A song penned about the tohu (symbols) Koru, Poutama and the Patiki.

M?ori artist Mika from 2014-05-11T18:44

Multi-talented artist Mika is a busy man, he practically says yes to everything including the chance to launch a techno funk song with Lavina Williams, called Coffee. He talks about the song, his u...

Te Hata Olly Ohlson from 2014-05-11T18:30

Kids TV presenter, teacher, writer and broadcaster Te Hata Olly Ohlson talks with Justine Murray about his online course, Mauri Hauora E-Studies.

Te Matau a Maui waka experience from 2014-05-11T18:08

Justine Murray sets sail aboard Te Matau a Maui waka in Napier. Piripi Smith explains the material of the double hulled waka which combines both traditional and modern methods of sailing.

Whakat?uki mo 11 o Haratua (May) 2014 from 2014-05-11T18:06

Te Kii a T?t?mure, The prick (from the snapper fish) of T?t?mure. This whakatau?ki is explained by Tawhana Chadwick n? Ng?ti Kahungunu.

Spectrum 1974 - All the Queens Men from 2014-05-04T18:50

Spectrum 1974 - All the Queens Men. A re-enactment of the Battle of Gate Pa 1864.

Te Awanui Black from 2014-05-04T18:45

Organising a mass haka for the official powhiri entailed lots of practises but it's also a way of identifying future leaders as Te Awanui Black explains with Justine Murray.

Dr Hauata Palmer and Matakokiri Tata from 2014-05-04T18:37

On the way to the service at Otamataha Cemetary, Justine Murray talks with Dr Hauata Palmer about the large scale of this years commemorations and the unveiling of the eight pou.

Carving the pou: Peri Kohu from 2014-05-04T18:31

The tight deadline and management of seven carvers was overseen by Peri Kohu. A month out from the unveiling of the carved pou, Justine Murray visited the workspace at the Tauranga Historic Village...

Buddy Mikaere from 2014-05-04T18:26

Buddy recalls attending the 100th commemorations of the Battle of Gate Pa as a kid. The event has always fascinated him and he has worked as a consultant since 2011 to piece together the 150th comm...

Now and Then by Emily McCarthy from 2014-05-04T18:25

Lynda Chanwai-Earle reads the poem Now and Then by Tauranga Girls College student, Emily McCarthy.

Patrick Nicholas from 2014-05-04T18:08

Patrick Nicholas talks about the history of the Battle of Pukehinahina (Gate Pa) – the reasons that lead to the battle and the strategy taken up by its leaders that lead to the defeat of the Britis...

Whakat?uki mo 4 Haratua 2014 from 2014-05-04T18:06

Mana Tu, Mana Toa, Mana Ake Ake. We will stand as strong as warriors forever and ever. This week's whakatauki featured as part of the haka powhiri at the 150th commemorations of the Battle of Gate Pa.

150th Battle of Gate Pa Commemorations from 2014-05-04T18:00

Coverage of the 150th commemorations of the Battle of Pukehinahina (Gate Pa), with experience of the commemorations and insights into the historical events. 

All that contributes to the kete. Toni Huata from 2014-04-27T18:35

Boarding at Turakina, being a loved whangai brought up by her grandparents and even hairdressing! Yes, hairdressing has all contributed to the force that is Toni Huata. Maraea Rakuraku spends time ...

From Freezing worker to hiphop artist Westside Hori Tipene from 2014-04-27T18:27

Talk about the power of transformation. Tipene Harmer aka Tipene is an example of it from his studio, that was a former milking shed to working alongside musos Dam Native, Tyna and Scribe as a bona...

M?ori Indian, Indian M?ori or Indi-ori? from 2014-04-27T18:08

For anyone who negotiates a number of cultures within their whakapapa it can be tricky (or not) figuring who you are or where you belong. Attending the Second M­?ori Indian hui in Rotorua in March ...

Whakat?uki mo 27 o Paenga wh?wh? (April) 2014 from 2014-04-27T18:06

Kia p?nei te m?roro o te k?kahu me te mangemange. Let your clothes be made as strong as mangemange that never wears out.

Manawa Honey in Ruat?huna from 2014-04-20T18:30

Te Taiwhenua Trust in Ruat?huna is determined to build the capacity of its community and its seems harvesting honey through Manawa Honey just maybe one of the ways to do it. Maraea Rakuraku visits ...

Gravedigging wananga with Chas Paki from 2014-04-20T18:08

Assumptions can no longer be made that everyone understands tikanga M?ori when it comes to Tangihanga, let alone the physical expectations when it comes to digging graves for wh?nau members. Chas P...

Whakat?uki mo 20 o Paenga wh?wh? (April) 2014 from 2014-04-20T18:06

Hokia ki o maunga kia purea e koe i nga hau o Tawhirimatea Return to your ancestral mountains to be cleansed by the winds of Tawhirimatea

The role of a carver - James Rickard from 2014-04-13T18:32

Justine Murray visits Te W?nanga Whak?iro Rakau (National Carving School) at Whakarewarewa M?ori Arts and Crafts Institute, Rotorua. Head tutor James Rickard talks about the uses of the different c...

James Rickard from 2014-04-13T18:32

Justine Murray visits Te Wananga Whakairo Rakau (National Carving School) at Whakarewarewa Maori Arts and Crafts Institute, Rotorua. Head tutor James Rickard talks about the uses of the different c...

Thomas Fonua from 2014-04-13T18:28

In 2011 fresh out of high school Thomas Fonua scored a place at Banff on the Indigenous Dance Residency, last year he was back there as a choreographer. He talks about his experience at the creativ...

Witi Ihimaera from 2014-04-13T18:19

Since 2010 Witi Ihimaera has been a part of the faculty at The Banff Centre, Alberta, Canada. The Creative incubator attracts up to eight thousand students from around the world. As part of the Ind...

Johnson Witehira from 2014-04-13T18:09

Graphic artist Johnson Witehira talks about Land of Tara, a light box exhibition that will tell the story of Tipuna (ancestors) linked to iwi of the Wellington region.

Whakat?uki mo 13 o Paenga wh?wh? (April) 2014 from 2014-04-13T18:06

P?nga R?, P?nga R? ka tata kii mai te whare o nga ture. In our darkest moment who will you fight for? Explained by Robert Ruha n? Ng?ti P?rou, Te Wh?nau ? ?panui

Whakat?uki mo 13 o Paenga wh?wh? 2014 from 2014-04-13T18:06

Ponga Ra, Ponga Ra ka tata kii mai te whare o nga ture. In our darkest moment who will you fight for? Explained by Robert Ruha no Ngati Porou, Te Whanau a Apanui

Aroha and Friends Design Studio from 2014-04-06T18:37

Deciding to quit Auckland and move their wh?nau back to their Turangawaewae in Hawkes Bay was an easy decision for Rakai Karaitiana and Melaina Newport - Karaitiana. Establishing their design studi...

Kiri Piahana-Wong - What makes a M?ori poet? from 2014-04-06T18:16

What/ who is a M­?ori poet? What is M­­?ori poetry? Does M?ori ancestry trump P?keh? ancestry? All questions Maraea Rakuraku encounters in discussion with Kiri Piahana-Wong of Anahera Press.

Te Taitimu Trust and Alys Edwards from 2014-04-06T18:09

The high number of drownings in the area and a collaboration with Water Safety prompted the creation of Te Taitimu Trust.

Whakat?uki mo 6 o Paenga Whawha April 2014 from 2014-04-06T18:06

Rakau Papa pang­? ka hei ki te marae A weapon discarded can be an ornament on the marae This weeks whakatauki is explained by Maraea Rakuraku

Nga t?onga k?rero 1983 Utu premiere from 2014-03-30T18:47

From Radio New Zealand's morning report coverage of the Utu movie premiere, in Napier.

Nga t?onga k?rero Merata Mita (1942 - 2010) from 2014-03-30T18:32

Whenua programme producer Libby Hakaraia interviewed film maker Merata Mita about m?ori stories portrayed in film.

Haka exponent, composer and singer Robert Ruha from 2014-03-30T18:22

With a background in waiata composition and Kapahaka Robert Ruha n? Te Whanau a Apanui, Ng?ti P?rou was encouraged by his whanau and friends to produce M?ori music for the masses, cue Tikitapu his ...

Zoe Williams and Kelly Nash from 2014-03-30T18:13

As producer and in charge of marketing with Atamira M?ori Dance Company Zoe Williams role is varied, but with a recent re-branding of the group, one of her goals is to make Atamira a household name...

Moss Patterson from 2014-03-30T18:09

Artistic Director of Atamira m?ori dance company, Moss Patterson talks about the upcoming production Moko with Justine Murray.

Whakat?uki mo 30 o Pout? te Rangi (March) 2014 from 2014-03-30T18:06

N? te werawera o te tinana me te waewae rara, me kimi he k?rero a, ka m?rama. From the energy of the body and the pounding of the feet, this enables us to find a story, from this we find clarity. E...

Toni Huata from 2014-03-23T18:50

Maraea Rakuraku calls in on Toni Huata at her home studio following the completion of her fifth album Tomokia due for release in June 2014. While there she discovers Toni is a bit of a comedian.

Te Urewera Treks from 2014-03-23T18:15

It's largely due to the very values of manaakitanga, whanaungatanga and aroha that Joe Doherty (1953-2014) practiced and poured into his tourism business Te Urewera Treks that it's still able to ru...

Ketuketu Kiwaha with Alex-Ann Edwardss from 2014-03-23T18:09

Ng?ti Kahungunu Iwi are doing their utmost to ensure Te Reo M?ori in their rohe appeals to a generation of Te reo speakers and remains relevant by using a range of social media tools.

Whakat?uki mo 16 o Pout? te rangi (March) 2014 from 2014-03-23T18:06

Kahungunu ki te whaiao, Ki te ao Marama. Kahungunu seeking enlightenment and understanding throughout the world. This week's whakatauki is explained by Alex Ann Edwards n? Ng­?­ti Kahungunu.

Kirsten Te Rito from 2014-03-16T18:45

Musical couple James Illingworth and Kirsten Te Rito explain their process of creating music which literally starts in their home, thanks to a clever DIY recording booth in their lounge, their late...

Tainui Stephens from 2014-03-16T18:36

Veteran broadcaster Tainui Stephens talks about the evolution of m?ori stories portrayed in film from since the early 1940s.

Libby Hakaraia from 2014-03-16T18:25

Blue Bach productions director and producer Libby Hakaraia talks about the Inaugural Maoriland Film Festival set to held in Otaki from March 26th - March 30th.

He Huarahi Tamariki - School for teenage parents from 2014-03-16T18:08

Justine Murray pays a visit to the school to find out how it operates and the positive impact it has had on past and present students. Teacher in charge Helen Webber, te reo m?ori teacher Kohine Ba...

Hekenukumai Busby: Navigating from Ahipara to Awanui from 2014-03-09T18:30

Maraea Rakuraku takes a roadtrip with Hekenukumai Busby from his marae in Ahipara to his home in Awanui where they talk bridges of the metaphorical and physical kind.

Flaxmere Family Festival from 2014-03-02T18:43

Justine Murray takes in the action at the annual Flaxmere Family Festival, and talks to 95 year old Wairukuruku Maere and Councillor Henare o Keefe about the positive things happening in the commun...

Shane Te Ruki from 2014-03-02T18:31

Think before you Ink is a lecture delivered by Shane Te Ruki, which looks at the tradition and modernisation of taa moko (traditional maori tattoo). Shane explains the three most important aspects ...

Dr Rapata Wiri from 2014-03-02T18:17

Changes in the way people access information means that the teaching of te reo maori needs to adapt, that's according to Dr Rapata Wiri who has created a mobile app, a nine module te reo maori cour...

Nancy Brunning - Paniora from 2014-03-02T18:08

Actress Nancy Brunning no Ngati Raukawa, Ngai Tuhoe talks about her role in the play Paniora written by Playwright Briar Grace-Smith.

Whakat?uki mo 2 o Pout? te Rangi 2014 from 2014-03-02T18:06

Kia hora te marino, kia whakapapa pounamu te moana, kia tere te kaarohirohi a, ko tou hoa haere, ko te rangimarie. May the calm be widespread, may the ocean glisten like greenstone, may the shimmer...

Kaupapa Maori Film Making with Himiona Grace from 2014-02-23T18:35

Just how autobiographical is The P? Boys for Writer / Director Himiona Grace? Given his time gigging small townships with Dread Beat and Blood and Survival in the 1990's.

The Photographer John Miller, the Protestor, Gerard Dobson from 2014-02-23T18:16

John Miller has documented M­?ori protest since the 1970's. As he sits with Maraea Rakuraku scrolling through images on his computer screen he relives the protest action outside Athletic Park, Well...

Metiria Turei mihi ki a Nin Tomas from 2014-02-23T18:11

Metiria Turei pays tribute to Associate Law Professor Dr Nin Tomas who died earlier this week.

Hula Active from 2014-02-16T18:35

Nikki King and Te Hou Winitana run Hula Active, a one hour cardio session that combines high energy moves derived from Polynesian traditional performing arts. Its gaining in popularity in both Pori...

T? Moko - its origins and its place in te ao M?ori from 2014-02-16T18:17

Shane Te Ruki no Ng?ti Maniapoto, Ng?ti Porou is the resident Kaumatua of the National Museum, Te Papa Tongarewa, on Waitangi Day he presented a lecture Mokopapa 2014, Think before You Ink, part on...

Glenis Phillip-Barbara from 2014-02-16T18:08

Glenis Phillip-Barbara heads the new m?ori language research unit He Puna Whakarauora, she talks about its role and function.

Whakat?uki for 16 February 2014 from 2014-02-16T18:06

Ko te reo te mauri o te mana maori. The language is the very essence of being Maori. This weeks whakat?uki explained by Glenis Phillip-Barbara no Ng?ti Porou

Maria Bargh: Is hikoi an effective protest tool for Maori from 2014-02-09T18:22

Is the New Zealand public saturated with hikoi? Is it losing its potency as an effective means of protest?

Dayle Takitimu: Emotion shouldn't be sanitised from 2014-02-09T18:10

Dayle Takitimu has had a gustful of being told there's a time and place for Maori to express anger. If not at a marae, where? If not at Waitangi, where? If not on Waitangi Day, when?

Whakatauki mo 9 o Hui Tanguru (February) 2014 from 2014-02-09T18:06

Kia mau koe ki nga tapu o nga matua tipuna. Hold fast to the tapu, to the sacredness of your ancestors.

Erueti Tutaki - Chef from 2014-02-02T18:48

Chef Erueti shares his kawakawa fried bread recipe with Rosemary Rangitauira.

Te Rangi Huata from 2014-02-02T18:42

As an events co-ordinator for the upcoming Waitangi day commemorations, Te Rangi outlines the programme for the Big 9 event held at Hawkes Bay Sports Park in Hastings that includes the Kai in the B...

Dick Garratt from 2014-02-02T18:36

President of the Aotearoa M?ori Tennis Association Dick Garratt oversees the logistics of organising the annual tournament. One milestone for him in 2013 was escorting tennis great Ruia Morrison-Da...

David Goldsmith from 2014-02-02T18:22

At 75 years old, David has been playing at the Aotearoa Maori Tennis tournament for 59 years. He knows a lot about the history of m?ori tennis but still maintains a critical analysis of today's wor...

Julian Williams from 2014-02-02T18:15

How expensive is tennis compared to Rugby or Netball? Julian Williams knows first-hand the investment it takes to nurture sporting talent, evident in his 15 year old son Rawhiti Williams, as he exp...

Leona Davis-Kaye from 2014-02-02T18:09

Playing tennis was a real whanau affair on the farm in Rotorua, from mowing the court to playing the game with her father and 9 siblings. Leona talks about what Tennis has taught her with Justine M...

Whakat?uki for 2 February 2014 from 2014-02-02T18:06

E kore e taea te aukati i a koe, there is no stopping you.

Keri Kaa's birthday surprise from 2014-01-26T18:35

Keri Kaa provides some cultural context to a book she's written, Taka Ki Ro Wai which tells the story about a pig, a horse, a flood and a birthday.

Tina Ngata, the Non-plastic M?ori from 2014-01-26T18:15

Four weeks in with her vow of no plastic for a year and Tina Ngata has already encountered difficulties. She talks through some of them with Maraea Rakuraku and the reasoning behind the challenge.

Tracey Tawhiao and Pop-up Art Salons from 2014-01-26T18:08

Eliminating the Art dealer, are Pop-up Art Salons the way of the future? Tracey Tawhiao, Director of the House of Taonga thinks so.

Whakatauki for 26 January 2014 from 2014-01-26T18:06

Toit? te whenua, whatungarongaro te tangata. The land remains and people are lost. Explained by Tina Ngata.

Upokongaro Primary School from 2013-12-22T18:46

Located ten kilometres outside of Whanganui, the film class won the teamwork award at this years film contest, Outlook for Someday. Taiaha Simon wrote the script for Hunter Meets Pollution Queen, a...

Karl Leonard - Tour Guide from 2013-12-22T18:19

Karl is what he calls one of the few 'old school' tour guides working at Te Puia: NZMACI. He was taught guiding by Dorothy (Bubbles) Mihinui (1919 - 2006) Karl takes Justine on a tour of Te Puia an...

Tim Cossar from 2013-12-22T18:15

As the Chief Executive Officer of Te Puia - The New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute, Tim Cossar has held the position for only 18 months, yet in that time he has a few goals in mind. Firstl...

Karl Johnstone from 2013-12-22T18:08

As the Director of the Maori Arts and Crafts Institute, the educational arm of the business Karl is charged with the responsibility of overseeing the operations of Te Rito (weaving school) and Te W...

Whakat?uki mo 22 December 2013 from 2013-12-22T18:06

He whare i whakaarahia i roto i te pa tuwatawata o nga tumanako. An establishment or a house that inspires. Explained by Karl Leonard no Ngati Rangiwewehi.

Patricia Grace and a modern day land confiscation from 2013-12-15T18:45

The notoriously shy Ng?ti Toa author Patricia Grace has temporarily stepped away from the blinking cursor to take on the New Zealand Transport Agency and the planned expressway that will chew into ...

Brian Morris remembers the 1981 Springbok Tour from 2013-12-15T18:27

Ng?ti Kahungunu Rongowhakaata Brian Morris was a Hawkes-Bay-representative-rugby-playing-school-teacher in 1981 when he made a stand against apartheid and the Springbok tour. He talks about that pe...

Carving clouds with George Nuku from 2013-12-15T18:09

Ng?ti Kahungunu artist George Nuku, describes working with polystyrene as the closest he gets to carving clouds. Maraea Rakuraku observes Nuku as he carves Polystyrene into cubes which are then sus...

Whakat?ki mo 15 December 2013 from 2013-12-15T18:06

Whatungarongaro te tangata, Toit? te whenua People disappear, the land remains Explained by Maraea Rakuraku n? Ng?ti Kahungunu, T?hoe.

Erueti Tutaki from 2013-12-08T18:37

In his kitchen at the Takapuna R.S.A on Auckland's North Shore, Erueti whips up Hangi Scotch fillet and Horopito beetroot chutney with Rosemary Rangitauira.

Edna Pahewa - Te Rito weaving school from 2013-12-08T18:21

Edna Pahewa is doing the job that her mum, Emily Schuster began some 45 years ago. As the head of the weaving school, Te Rito which operates as part of The New Zealand M?ori Arts and Crafts Institu...

NZ M?ori Basketball from 2013-12-08T18:09

It was a first for both the M?ori men's and women's Basketball teams to compete at the FIBA (International Basketball Federation) Oceania championships held in Porirua. Players Puke and Natasha Len...

Whakat?uki mo 8 December 2013 from 2013-12-08T18:06

E kore au e ngaro te purapura i ruia mai i rangiatea. I will never be lost, a seed sown from Rangiatea. Explained by Karl Johnstone no Rongowhakaata, Te Aitanga a M?haki.

Nasir Mulligan - Iron M?ori 2013 from 2013-12-08T18:03

Nasir is heading to his third iron m?ori triathlon this weekend, taking on the 21 km run. He talks to Justine about the challenge ahead that for him, requires training eight months out from the event.

Nga Marae o te Motu Hau Ariki, Martinborough from 2013-12-01T18:43

Hau Ariki Pa, Martinborough is a huge complex with the capacity to accommodate 200+ in their whare tipuna that, sits in front of a still functioning vineyard. Maraea Rakuraku tours the Pa with Mara...

Brad Haami Author of Ka Mau te WehiWehi from 2013-12-01T18:23

Not all authors will accommodate the opinions and views of a huge whanau when compiling a biography in conjunction with the whanau patriarch. Yet, that was just par for the course for Brad Haami wh...

2013 Bruce Mason Award winner Jamie McCaskill from 2013-12-01T18:18

For Jamie McCaskill relocating himself to his hometown of Thames after living in Wellington for some years has only strengthened his artistic endeavours. The 2013 Bruce Mason Award winner talks abo...

Ukulele Classes at Hau Ariki Pa Martinborough from 2013-12-01T18:09

Learning the ukulele can be intense. Well, throw into the mix Te reo M?ori and you have a 10 week REAP (Rural Education Activities Programme) taking place on Wednesdays at Hau Ariki Pa, Martinborou...

Whakat?uki mo 1 o Hakihea (December) from 2013-12-01T18:06

Waiho i te toipoto, kaua i te toiroa - Let us keep close together, not far apart.

Nga Taonga Korero - 1963 from 2013-11-24T18:37

In an archival recording from 1963, Jean Abley interviews the first director of The New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute, Mr P.H Leonard.

Te Hape B Trust - Profile from 2013-11-24T18:16

Te Hape B Trust Chair Hardi Peni takes Country Life producer Susan Murray on a tour of the Hawkes Bay farming station, which included a visit to the site of Te Miringa Te Kakara wharenui built in t...

Takurua Tawera - White Ribbon Ride from 2013-11-24T18:08

White Ribbon rider Takurua Tawera talks about taking the Stop Violence message to communities across Aotearoa.

Whakat?uki for 24 November 2013 from 2013-11-24T18:06

Tauarai i te po, Titoko i te ao marama, Ko te wehe a Ihoa, Te Timatanga i te whakaaro nui. In the vales of darkness seek learning and understanding. It is wisdom, it is life. Explained by Takurua T...

Star Olsen from 2013-11-17T18:49

In his heyday Star played league, he was sporty but what he thought was a foot sprain turned out to be gout. The gout got him down both physically and emotionally as he shares with Justine Murray.

Regan Murray from 2013-11-17T18:38

At 26 years old, Regan was diagnosed with Gout. He attributed the illness with 'old people' but he was shocked when he got his first diagnosis. Today in his mid-thirties, he's on the right path to ...

Gout Seminar - Naenae from 2013-11-17T18:31

A community seminar at Naenae was attended by over forty people from the area. Guest speakers included Rheumatologist Dr Chula Rajapakse and Dietician Chelsea Marsh, both talk about the importance ...

Anatoa Te Kira - Arthritis educator from 2013-11-17T18:26

As an educator for The New Zealand Arthritis Foundation, Anatoa works in the Gisborne, Wairarapa and Hutt Valley areas to inform communities about gout. Justine Murray talks about her role.

Mohi Waihi from 2013-11-17T18:17

Mohi was in his sixties when he was diagnosed with Gout, today he keeps it under control through his prescribed medicine and a few changes in his diet. He chats with Justine from his office at Oron...

Dr Peter Gow from 2013-11-17T18:09

Associate Professor Dr Peter Gow explains what Gout is, its symptoms and how to manage it.

Whakatauki for 17 November 2013 from 2013-11-17T18:06

E whakapiki hauora oranga hoki mo te hunga e pangia ana e te kaiponapona. To improve the health and well-being of people who are affected by arthritis.

Te Ahi Kaa 17 November 2013 - Living with Gout from 2013-11-17T18:00

In this week's Te Ahi Kaa Justine Murray presents a one hour special, Living with Gout. Rheumatologists Dr Peter Gow and Dr Chula Rajapakse explain how the form of arthritis affects the joints. Sta...

M?ori chef Eru Tutaki from 2013-11-10T18:41

From the RSA on Auckland's North Shore, chef Eru whips up one of his recipes with Rosemary Rangitauira.

M?ori Stereotypes - A panel discussion from 2013-11-10T18:08

Is the perception of M?ori changing in the wake of more Treaty claims being settled? That’s the question presented to former Race relations Commissioner Joris De Bres and Ngati Whatua o Orakei Trus...

Whakat?uki for 10 November from 2013-11-10T18:06

Nau te rourou, Naku te rourou. Ka ora ai te iwi katoa. Explained by Erueti Tutaki n? Ng?ti Maniapoto.

Artist Gabrielle Belz from 2013-11-03T18:46

As one of the 25 artists exhibited at Puke Ariki Museum, Gabrielle talks about how her father influenced her creativity and what it means for her to call Taranaki home.

First Nations delegation visit from 2013-11-03T18:31

Marilyn Slett, Leslie Bonshor and Michael Bonshor were part of a delegation of 20 First Nation representatives on a visit to Wellington. Rosemary Rangitauria talks about some of the iwi lead initia...

Nga T?onga Korero – Dick Scott from 2013-11-03T18:08

In an interview from 1975, Herewini Murupaenga interviews Dick Scott, the author of the book Ask That Mountain, the story of Parihaka.

Whakat?uki for 3 November 2013 from 2013-11-03T18:06

Kororia ki te atua kei runga, Maung?rongo ki te whenua, Whakaaro pai ki nga tangata katoa. Glory to God on high, peace on earth and Goodwill to all mankind. Explained by Rangi Kipa n? Te Ati Awa, N...

Call of Taranaki - Panel Discussion from 2013-10-27T18:43

Wood artist Rex Homan, Weaver Rose Tahuparae and Weaver / Jeweller Matthew Mcintyre-Wilson discuss their work and their Taranaki heritage.

Duffy Books in Homes - Lower Hutt from 2013-10-27T18:38

Justine Murray visits Te Kura Kaupapa Maori o Te Ara Whanui and talks to Kaiako (teacher) Nanny Harete Kawana who has first-hand experience of the success of the programme.

General Manager of Duffy Books - Linda Vagana from 2013-10-27T18:31

Former Sliver fern Linda Vagana explains how the Duffy Books in Homes programme is run and the milestones along the way.

Author Alan Duff from 2013-10-27T18:22

Author Alan Duff created Duffy Books in homes twenty years ago, he talks about the success of the programme.

Pilot scheme - Tamaiti Whangai from 2013-10-27T18:08

Tamaiti Whangai - Alternative Resolutions Enhanced Model is mentoring programme which provides alternative punishment for young offenders. Rosemary Rangitauira meets 17 year old Crews Stone Nepia w...

Whakat?uki for 27 October from 2013-10-27T18:06

Me whakat?hia te k?kano o te reo ki roto o a t?tou tamariki. To instill the Maori language into our tamariki. Explained by Harete Kawana n? Ngai Tuhoe.

Keitha Wood from 2013-10-20T18:49

Aukati Kai Paipa (Quit Smoking) Coach Keitha Woods talks about how her role of providing support to the Ow Babes team.

Leticia Keepa and Stevie Love from 2013-10-20T18:41

Leticia Keepa, and Stevie Love are part of the Ow Babes team and talk to Justine Murray about their mission to get smokefree.

Dr Marewa Glover from 2013-10-20T18:28

Dr Marewa Glover walks Justine Murray through a three month nationwide quit smoking contest, Wero Challenge.

Wally Haumaha from 2013-10-20T18:09

New Police General Manager of Maori, Pacific and Ethnic services Superintendent Wally Haumaha talks about Whangai Tamaiti an intiative that aims to curb prosecution rates for Maori by 2018 and the ...

Whakat?uki for 20th October 2013 from 2013-10-20T18:06

Kua takoto te manuka. The challenge has been laid.

Te Ahi Kaa for 20 October 2013 from 2013-10-20T18:06

On Te Ahi Kaa this week, utilising technology is how a nationwide quit smoking is reaching out to people wanting to kick the habit. The Wero Challenge has attracted groups from as far south as Bluf...

NTK - Mrs Morehu and her Moko kauae from 2013-10-13T18:46

Through her translator Mr Thomas, a kuia from Rotorua, Mrs Morehu explains the meaning Moko Kauae (Ta moko on her Chin and lips.

Whiri Tu Aka - Album launch from 2013-10-13T18:26

Mina Ripia talks about her latest album compilation Whiri Tuu Aka featuring Gaynor Rikihana; Kirsten Te Rito; Betty-Anne Monga and Lisa Tomlins.

Rawiri Paratene from 2013-10-13T18:09

On the back of the official release of the movie Mr Pip, actor Rawiri Paratene talks about the four month stint he did in Papua New Guinea as an acting coach.

Whakat?uki for 13 October from 2013-10-13T18:06

Whiri T? Aka. The weaving together of vines, to make something strong. Explained by Mina Ripia n? Nga Puhi me Ng?ti Kahungunu.

Rore Hapipi from 2013-10-06T18:42

Writer Rore Hapipi (Rowley Habib no Lebanese Ngati Tuwharetoa) wanted to become a writer despite growing up with no books in the home. He took on a number of manual jobs and eventually took to writ...

Iron M?ori Duathlon, Upper Hutt from 2013-10-06T18:22

Coverage of this year's Iron Maori Duathlon held in Upper Hutt, Wellington. Members of Tri-Poneke about their Iron Maori journey to the importance of comfortable clothing. Co-creators Heather and W...

Hekenukumai Busby and Jack Thatcher from 2013-10-06T18:08

As recipients at this year's Te Waka Toi awards in Wellington, Hekenukumai and Jack reflect on their relationship that began some twenty years ago, and the busy year they've both had.

Whakat?uki for 6 October 2013 from 2013-10-06T18:06

Tama tu, Tama Ora, Tama noho, Tama Mate. To stand is to live, to lie down is to die.

Hinewehi Mohi from 2013-09-29T18:44

Hinewehi talks about her latest album Raukatauri: Te puhi o te tangi.

Nga Manu Korero Speech competition from 2013-09-29T18:35

Coverage of this year's Nga Manu korero speech competition held in Hamilton from 24th September 2013.

Renee (M?ori writer) from 2013-09-29T18:21

Renee began her writing career in the 1980s and has produced an extensive work of literature. Based in Otaki and now in her 80s, she still writes and has taken to online blogging, publishing a chap...

Dr Patu Hohepa from 2013-09-29T18:08

On the eve of the Te Waka Toi awards in Wellington, Justine Murray talks to Dr Hohepa about his work in the revitalisation of te reo M?ori over the past four decades, recognised as a recipient of T...

Whakat?uki for 29 September 2013 from 2013-09-29T18:06

He Iti te hau marangai, E t? te P?hokahoka. There may be a little storm, but in the end there is a rainbow. This week's whakat?uki is explained by Hinewehi Mohi n? Ngati Kahungungu, Tuhoe.

Tama Waipara from 2013-09-08T18:34

M?ori musician Tama Waipara talks about his latest album, Fill up the Silence.

Veranoa Hetet from 2013-09-08T18:08

Weaver Veranoa Hetet talks about how her whanau played a part in her decision to become a weaver during a panel discussion at Call of Taranaki: Reo Karanga o Taranaki exhibition at Puke Ariki Museum.

Whakat?uki for 8 September 2013 from 2013-09-08T18:06

Waiho ma te tangata e mihi. Let others sing your praises.

Remembering Makereti - part two from 2013-09-01T18:25

First broadcast in 2003, Paul Diamond produced the documentary about the life of Maggie Papakura (1873 - 1930) a famous guide at Whakarewarewa village and Scholar.

Whakat?uki for 1 September 2013 from 2013-09-01T18:06

Kahore taku toa i te toa takitahi, He toa takitini. We cannot succeed without the support around us. Explained by Te-A Matehaere no Te Whanau a Tawhao, Patuwai.

Life on Motiti Island from 2013-09-01T18:06

It's a simple and peaceful life at Motiti Island, but that was disrupted when the Rena cargo ship became stranded on the Ota'iti reef in 2011. A few years on, Justine Murray visits Motiti with her ...

Remembering Makareti - part one from 2013-08-25T18:27

First broadcast in 2003, Paul Diamond produced the documentary about the life of Maggie Papakura (1873 - 1930) a famous guide at Whakarewarewa village and Scholar. Part one of Remembering Makareti ...

Darcy Nicholas from 2013-08-25T18:23

Justine Murray is with artist Darcy Nicholas (n? Taranaki wh?nui, Tauranga Moana) who  also curated the exhibition Reo karanga o Taranaki – Call of Taranaki at Puke Ariki Museum, Taranaki.

Rangi Kipa from 2013-08-25T18:08

Leading contemporary artist Rangi Kipa (n? Te Atiawa) talks about his pieces in the exhibition Reo Karanga o Taranaki – Call of Taranaki and his upcoming artist residency at University of Hawaii.

Whakat?uki for 25 August 2013 from 2013-08-25T18:06

Kor?ria ki te atua kei runga, maung?rongo ki te whenua, whakaaro pai ki nga tangata katoa. Glory to God on high, peace on earth, goodwill to all mankind. Explained by Rangi Kipa n? Te Atiawa.

Nga T?onga Korero - Dr Richard Nunns from 2013-08-18T18:40

From a 1998 recording, Whenua programme host Henare Te Ua  (1934 – 2007) interviewed Dr Richard Nunns at his home in Nelson about the revitalisation of T?onga Puoro.

Shaqaila Uelese - Pianist from 2013-08-18T18:10

Shaqaila Uelese - Pianist

Whakat?uki for 18 August 2013 from 2013-08-18T18:06

Ma te mahanga o nga tae, He Rangianiwaniwa. From the many colours there is a rainbow. Explained by Tama Waipara no Ng?ti Ruapani, Ng?ti Porou.

A tour of Thames with Jamie McCaskill from 2013-08-11T18:33

Actor and Playwright Jamie McCaskill no Ngati Tamatera takes Justine Murray on a tikitour of his hometown Thames and recalls some of the purakau (stories), the landscape and history of the area.

Whakatauki for 11 August 2013 from 2013-08-11T18:06

Mokau ki runga, Tamaki ki raro, Mangatoatoa ki waenganui, Pare Hauraki Pare Waikato, Te Kaokaoroa o Paatetere ki Te Nehenehenui. Mokau to the south, Tamaki to the north, Mangatoatoa in the middle, ...

How a marae can be transformed into an evacuation centre. from 2013-08-04T18:33

Representatives from 12 Marae took part in a training session lead by Civil Defence Senior Advisor for the Wellington and Wairarapa region, Angie Rodger to set up systems to handle evacuees in the ...

Nga Pou o Heretaunga coverage from 2013-08-04T18:10

Justine Murray presents coverage of the official unveiling ceremony of 18 pou whakairo at Hastings Civic Square.

Whakat?uki for 4 August 2013 from 2013-08-04T18:06

Te hura o Nga Pou o Heretaunga. He Takunetanga motuhake m? te rohe. The unveiling of Nga Pou o Heretaunga. An historic event of our district.

Nga Taonga Korero - Emily Schuster from 2013-07-28T18:43

He Rerenga Korero host Whai Ngata interviews Emily Schuster (c. 1927 - 1997) about Raranga, weaving and it's growing popularity. (Recorded in 1977)

Denise Messiter from 2013-07-28T18:26

Not only does Te Whariki Mana Wahine o Hauraki (Hauraki Women's Refuge) offer support for whanau with a safehouse and legal advice but there are plans to extend their op-shop available for whanau g...

Nga Kaihanga Uku - The Maori Clay makers collective from 2013-07-28T18:08

Justine Murray has a chat with founding members of the group about the exhibition Uku Rere: Nga Kaihanga Uku and Beyond at Pataka Museum in Porirua.

Whakat?uki for 21 July 2013 from 2013-07-28T18:06

Te Kore, Te Po, Te ao Marama. The void, the darkness into the world of light. Explained by Wi Taepa n? Ng?ti Whakaue, Ng?ti Pikiao.

Whakat?uki for 28 July 2013 from 2013-07-28T18:06

Te Kore, Te Po, Te Ao Marama. The void, the darkness into the world of light. Explained by Wi Taepa n? Ng?ti Whakaue, Ng?ti Pikiao.

Nga Taonga korero - Maureen Waaka (1943 - 2013) from 2013-07-14T18:46

From the Whenua programme host Libby Hakaraia interviews Maureen about her stance against more pokie machines in her community of Rotorua. (Recorded in 1998)

Stewart Taipari and Ukes on Fire from 2013-07-14T18:40

Stewart Taipari teaches the Ukulele and is a founding member of Ukes on Fire, based in Thames.

Tania Waikato and Vanessa Skipper of Kawacure from 2013-07-14T18:10

Te Teko based business Kawacure is making Rongoa remedies more accessible.

Whakatauki for 14 July from 2013-07-14T18:06

Ehara taku toa I te toa takitahi engari he toa takitini. My strength is not from me alone, but from many. Explained by Tania Waikato n? Ngati Awa.

Joe Mcleod from 2013-07-07T18:50

As a native speaker of te reo Maori, Joe Mcleod gives examples of mispronounced Kupu Maori (Maori words).

Anton Blank from 2013-07-07T18:23

Mana Ririki is an organisation focussed on Maori-led solutions to Maori child abuse.

Kapoi Mathieson from 2013-07-07T18:09

What does The Film Archive do when it comes to filing and cataloguing Maori film?

Whakatauki for 7 July 2013 from 2013-07-07T18:06

Kia kaha ki te korero Maori .

Ranginui Walker from 2013-06-30T18:31

What's becoming glaringly apparent to Constitutional Advisory Panel member Ranginui Walker, is that New Zealand's education system is in need of a solid civics and history revamp. He discusses that...

Jack Thatcher from 2013-06-30T18:11

There's nothing quite like walking in the footsteps of your ancestors or in the case of Jack Thatcher, sailing - to marvel at their fortitude, skill, and ability in navigating the largest ocean in ...

Whakat?uki: Matariki ahunga nui from 2013-06-30T18:06

Matariki ahunga nui. Matariki has many admirers. Explained by Jamie McCaskill n? Ng?ti Tamatera.

Whirimako Black from 2013-06-23T18:32

T?hoe Singer Songwriter Whirimako Black and her debut role in the film Tuakiri Huna/White Lies directed by Dana Rotberg.

Rob Thorne from 2013-06-23T18:24

T?onga Puoro musician Rob Thorne.

National List MP Claudette Hauiti from 2013-06-23T18:10

Former TV producer turned National Party politician Claudette Hauiti delivered her maiden speech in Parliament on June 12, 2013.

Whakat?uki for 23 June 2013 from 2013-06-23T18:06

Takina mai ra ko nga hui o Matariki Puanga tautoru Ka ngaro atutahi ma e karewa te tini o te wheturiki. Matariki is the cluster of stars, Puanga is Orion, Tautoru is Orions belt, Atutahi is Conopus...

Hei Waha - Part three of Ikaroa Rawhiti debate panel discussion from 2013-06-16T18:50

Adrian Wagner, Thomas Curtis and Dr Maria Bargh discuss the candidates' performances during the Hei Waha debate.

Hei Waha - Part two of Ikaroa Rawhiti debate from 2013-06-16T18:31

Audience members put a few questions to the candidates.

Hei Waha - Part one of Ikaroa Rawhiti debate from 2013-06-16T18:16

Co-ordinator of the debate David Jones questions the candidates about key issues affecting Maori.

Ikaroa Rawhiti candidates - Introductions from 2013-06-16T18:08

Na Raihania (Maori Party); Te Hamua Nikora (Mana Party); Meka Whaitiri (Labour Party), and; Marama Davidson (Green Party) - explain their iwi and hapu affiliations.

Whakatauki for 16 June 2013 from 2013-06-16T18:06

Ka hinga atu he tetekura. Ka hara mai he tetekura. As one fern frond dies, one is born to take its place.

Te Ahi Kaa for 9 June 2013 from 2013-06-09T18:05

In the early hours of 3 June 2013 Maraea Rakuraku joined a contingent of buses, vans and cars travelling en masse to Wellington to mark the signing of the Deed of Settlement between the Crown and T...

Caii-Michelle Gordon from 2013-06-02T18:31

Ngati Porou and Rongowhakaata singer Caii-Michelle Gordon (formerly Kaye Gordon) talks about her career.

Ian Taylor - Maori Business Leader 2013 from 2013-06-02T18:08

Ian Taylor chats with Maraea Rakuraku about his career that eventually lead to the establishment of his ground breaking graphics and animation company.

Whakatauki for 2 June 2013 from 2013-06-02T18:06

Ka pono Ka rere au. I believe I can fly. Explained by Caii-Michelle Gordon no Ngati Porou, Rongawhakaata.

Ruia Morrison-Davy from 2013-05-26T18:44

Ruia Morrison-Davy began playing tennis at eight years old. Thirteen years later she was competing at Wimbledon. This June, at 77 years old, she will travel back to Wimbledon as part of a trip orga...

Hirini Kaa - host of Maori TV show The Prophets from 2013-05-26T18:10

Hirini Kaa talks to Maraea Rakuraku about some of the religious insights he encountered while filming the series The Prophets, a seven part series currently screening on Maori Television.

Whakatuki for 26 May 2013 from 2013-05-26T18:06

He aha te mea nui o te ao? Maku e kii atu he tangata, he tangata, he tangata. What is the most important thing? It is people, people, people. Explained by Dick Garratt no Tuhoe.

Whakatauki for 19 May 2013 from 2013-05-19T18:49

He aha tetahi o nga mahi o te Kaumatua? Te Awhi. What is one of the roles of Kaumatua? It is to help. Whakatauki explained by Jane Edwards no Ngati Toa Rangatira.

Te Puea Morgan from 2013-05-19T18:34

As a marae-based Budget Advisor, Te Puea Morgan assists whanau to manage their money which is all part of the services offered at Kokiri Marae, Wellington.

Mere Takoko from 2013-05-19T18:24

Mere Takoko believes physical wellness is the first step towards Tino Rangatiratanga as she explains to Maraea Rakuraku.

Kaumatua Olympics from 2013-05-19T18:08

The late Parekura Horomia (1950 - 2013) was expected at this years, Kaumatua Olympic games hosted by Kokiri Marae in Lower Hutt.

Professor Whatarangi Winiata - 1989 interview from 2013-05-12T18:52

From an archival recording of Radio New Zealand National's Morning Report 1989, Professor Whatarangi Winiata describes why spectrum is a considered a taonga.

Mavis Mullins - Hautaki Trust from 2013-05-12T18:40

As chair of Hautaki Trust, Mavis Mullins discusses the success story of 2degrees mobile to which hautaki have a ten percent stake in, and the importance of 4G allocation for Maori.

Karaitiana Taiuru from 2013-05-12T18:25

IT expert and Chair of the New Zealand Maori Internet Society and Te Huarahi Tika Trustee Karaitiana Taiuru discusses the reasons why the government proposed 30 million ICT fund in lieu of 4G spect...

Piripi Walker - A 2010 interview with Dale Husband from 2013-05-12T18:12

Nga Kaiwhakapumau I te reo Maori treasurer Piripi Walker provides an historical account of maori interests in spectrum that stems from the Wai 11 claim lodged in the early 1980s.

Simon Woods on NZ Music Month 2013 from 2013-05-05T18:35

The month of May is all about the promotion of home grown music as NZ music commission officer Simon Woods explains.

Wiremu Kaa on Growing up with Uncle Parekura from 2013-05-05T18:29

Politics, whanau and rugby is how Wiremu Kaa describes the busy schedule of Uncle Parekura. He recalls whanau memories growing up in Tolaga Bay.

Dick Garratt - Maori Tennis from 2013-05-05T18:26

President of the Aotearoa Maori Tennis Association Dick Garratt talks about the popularity of Maori Tennis over the last century, and the upcoming trip to take Ruia Morrison-Davy back to Wimbledon ...

Rosemary Rangitauira on day two of the tangi of Parekura Horomi from 2013-05-05T18:10

Te Manu Korihi reporter Rosemary Rangiatauira talks about the sense of manaakitanga felt at the Marae during her stay covering the tangi.

Parekura Horomia - Archival Korero from 2013-05-05T18:07

Ngati Porou and Ikaroa Rawhiti Labour MP Parekura Horomia died this week on April 29th, hundreds paid their respects as he lay at Hauiti marae, Mangatuna, Tolaga Bay. His reputation preceded him fo...

Whakatauki for 5 May 2013 from 2013-05-05T18:06

Ko taku tokotoko, Ko te Kohanga Reo. My walking stick is Kohanga Reo. Explained by Parekura Horomia (recorded in 2011).

Whakatauki for 12 May 2013 from 2013-05-05T18:06

M? t?tou, ?, m? k? uri ? muri ake nei.For us and our children after us. Explained by Karaitiana Taiuru no Kai Tahu/Ngati Kahungunu.

Major Eugene Whakahoehoe from 2013-04-28T18:40

Major Eugene Whakahoehoe no Tainui returned last September from a six month deployment in Kabul, Afghanistan. He talks about balancing whanau life with his duty in the military.

William Tume (world war one veteran) recorded 1987 from 2013-04-28T18:35

William Tume enlisted in Inglewood in 1915 as part of the drafting for the First World War before heading to Auckland for infantry training. In an archival interview with journalist Jane Tolerton h...

28th Maori Battalion Association wind up hui from 2013-04-28T18:05

In our Anzac special Te Ahi Kaa presents highlights from the closing ceremony of the 28th Ma-ori Battalion Association held at Pipitea marae, Wellington last December featuring, Governor General Je...

Waitiahoaho Emery on being Indian Maori from 2013-04-21T18:54

Waitiahoaho Emery explains to Justine Murray the personal significance attending the first National gathering of Maori Indian in 2012 held for her.

Charles Royal foraging from 2013-04-21T18:40

Justine Murray accompanies Chef Charles Royal into Matawhaura forest, Rotoiti on a Rongoa Maori expedition.

Michael Bennett - Teina Pora from 2013-04-21T18:06

Maraea Rakuraku talks with Director Michael Bennett about his documentary The Confessions of Prisoner T which details the Teina Pora case.

Te Ahi Kaa for 14 April 2013 from 2013-04-14T18:00

In Te Ahi Kaa, Justine Murray spends a morning with Chef-turned-entrepreneur Charles Royal. He's had a colourful culinary career including working as a chef for the New Zealand Army at 15 to creati...

Te Ahi Kaa mo 7 o Paengawhawha (April) 2013 from 2013-04-07T18:00

Music has been a huge part of Rim De Pauls life since he performed at the old school dances as a teen growing up in Rotorua. Eventually in his twenties he became lead vocalist for two maori show ba...

Te Ahi Kaa for 31 March 2013 from 2013-03-31T18:06

South Taranaki Kaumatua Henare Ngaia reflects upon the history of Te Hui Aranga, the annual Maori Catholic gathering held since 1946. This year Hawera will host up to two thousand Maori. Henare Nga...

Te Ahi Kaa for 24 March 2013 from 2013-03-24T18:06

With a population of over 1.5 million people, Auckland is home to many urban Maori. As the city continues to grow and expansion is inevitable for the foreseeable future, Maraea Rakuraku talks with ...

Te Ahi Kaa mo 17 o Poututerangi (March) 2013 from 2013-03-17T18:06

New Zealand's economy is based on primary industry and Maori have always been at its forefront. Whether it's been as loggers in the forestry or shearers in the shearing shed. In homage to the many ...

Te Ahi Kaa for 10 March 2013 from 2013-03-10T18:06

In Te Ahi Kaa, Winiata Hotere and Charlotte Courtenay, the brother and sister of Ralph Hotere chat with Northland regional reporter Lois Williams about their brothers rise to fame in the art world ...

Te Ahi Kaa mo 3 Poututerangi (March) 2013 from 2013-03-03T18:06

Te Ahi Kaa mo 03 Poututerangi (March) 2013.

Te Ahi Kaa mo 24 o Huitanguru (February) 2013 from 2013-02-24T18:00

In Te Ahi Kaa this week, Henare Te Ua (1934 - 2007) interviews Ngapo Bub Wehi about his foray into kapa haka that was helped along as a young fella courting his wife, Pimia Nen Wehi ( 1929 - 2011)....

Te Ahi Kaa mo 17 o Huitanguru (February) 2013 from 2013-02-17T18:00

Taking on Eve Ensler's Vagina Monologues has been a little stressful but hugely rewarding for actor/director Maria Walker, Maraea Rakuraku has a chat with Maria about the challenges of bringing a M...

Te Ahi Kaa mo 10 o Hui Tanguru (February) 2013 from 2013-02-10T18:00

What does Waitangi Day mean to you? That's the question put to punters at the annual Te Ra o Te Raukura hosted by Te Ati Awa Ki Poneke at Waiwhetu (Lower Hutt, Wellington). How would changes to the...

Te Ahi Kaa mo 10 o Hui Tanguru from 2013-02-10T18:00

What does Waitangi Day mean to you? That's the question put to punters at the annual Te Ra o Te Raukura hosted by Te Ati Awa Ki Poneke at Waiwhetu (Lower Hutt, Wellington). How would changes to the...

Te Ahi Kaa for 3 February 2013 from 2013-02-03T18:06

Maraea Rakuraku visits Whanganui Regional Museum and talks with Awhina Twomey no Ngati Kahungunu, Ngati Raukawa ki te tonga who provides an insight into her role as Kaitiaki Taonga Maori, and the r...

Te Ahi Kaa mo 27 o Kohitatea (January) 2013 from 2013-01-27T18:09

The Chumpchange exercise programme is mana motuhake in action according to its founder, Ngati Porou wahine Mere Takoko who over the past year has reduced her body fat by 24 per cent, performed and ...

Te Ahi Kaa mo 23 o Hakihea (December) 2012 from 2012-12-23T18:00

In the final Te Ahi Kaa for 2012, Maraea Rakuraku and Justine Murray present a few of their favourite stories that includes a visit to the giant Kauri tree, Tanemahuta at Waipoua Forest with kaumat...

Te Ahi Kaa for 16 December 2012 from 2012-12-16T16:08

Implementing practical lessons while educating kids is what Oturu School, Kaitaia is all about as experienced by Maraea Rakuraku when she visited earlier this year. Peggy Luke Ngaheke has a long as...

Te Ahi Kaa for 9 December 2012 from 2012-12-09T18:07

Becoming an All Black or a singer were the two career choices for John Rowles, who grew up in the Eastern Bay of Plenty. While his dad, a former Maori All black advocated rugby Rowles had other ide...

Te Ahi Kaa mo 2 o Hakihea (December) 2012 from 2012-12-02T17:00

Justine Murray visits Te Pu Harakeke at Nga Hau e Wha o Papararangi Marae, Newlands, Wellington - a purpose built flax garden built earlier this year to support marae projects in the years to come....

Te Ahi Kaa mo 25 o Whiringa a Rangi (November) 2012 from 2012-11-25T06:09

Justine Murray revisits the Otaki Maori Racing Club on Melbourne Cup Day where she chats with siblings Terese Fulford and Reg Winiata about their father Jim Winiata (1926 - 2012) whose 50 year old ...

Te Ahi Kaa mo 18 o Whiringa a rangi (November) 2012 from 2012-11-18T18:06

Relationships forged over years, generations even came into play when the Nathan whanau chose Patricia Grace to write the narrative of their parents' life story that began in wartime Crete and ende...

Te Ahi Kaa for 11 November 2012 from 2012-11-11T18:00

From the time he worked after school at the local supermarket in Waiuku to New World in Tokoroa Damon Jakeman always knew it was the life for him. Maraea Rakuraku meets the owner/operator whose pos...

Te Ahi Kaa mo 4 o Whiringa a rangi (November) 2012 from 2012-11-04T18:10

Moving between both Maori and Pakeha worlds has armed composer Jenny McLeod with a knowledge and respect of rhythm and sound that she has sought to incorporate into her work. In the process it's ma...

Te Ahi Kaa mo 28 o Whiringa a Nuku 2012 from 2012-10-28T18:06

What you see is what you get with Cameron Petley which perhaps explains why he was such a popular contestant on Master Chef New Zealand 2011. Maraea Rakuraku samples some of that charisma and kai w...

Te Ahi Kaa for 21 October 2012 from 2012-10-21T18:00

In Te Ahi Kaa, Ngati Ruanui and Nga Ruahine share the boundary where Ohawe beach - Te Rangatapu is and its where chairperson Daisy Noble was brought up. Maraea Rakuraku joins Daisy at Ohawe for a l...

Te Ahi Kaa mo 14 o Whiringa a Nuku (October) 2012 from 2012-10-14T18:10

In Te Ahi Kaa Maraea Rakuraku visits the home of Annette Marr who shares her personal account of her diagnosis with Breast Cancer in 2009 and the difficulties of living with the illness. Justine Mu...

Te Ahi Kaa for 7 October 2012 from 2012-10-07T18:00

The Wai 11 Te Reo Maori claim was spearheaded by Dr Huirangi Waikerepuru, Chair of the Wellington based Maori language board, Nga Kaiwhakapumau i te Reo. In an archival recording from 1984, three y...

Te Ahi Kaa for 30 September 2012 from 2012-09-30T16:00

Over two thousand Maori in New Zealand identify as Maori-Indian, fitting then the first Maori Indian gathering at Tangatarua Marae, Rotorua (October 05-07, 2012) organised by the Hindu Council is a...

Te Ahi Kaa mo 23 o Mahuru (September) 2012 from 2012-09-23T17:00

Spearheaded by Tama Huata five years ago, the Waiata Maori music awards celebrate traditional and contemporary Maori music while recognising the achievements of waiata Maori. Justine Murray present...

Te Ahi Kaa for 16 September 2012 from 2012-09-16T18:30

Later this year, over a dozen street names in the Turangi Township will be replaced with the correct Maori spellings and whakapapa pertinent to the rohe. Maraea Rakuraku finds out more with Tina Po...

Tama Huata from 2012-09-09T18:40

Nga T?onga toi a Te Waka Toi is the annual Creative New Zealand Awards that recognise M?ori who excel in their chosen artistic endeavours Te Tohu Toi Ke recipient this year is Tama Huata for his ac...

Te Ahi Kaa mo 9 Mahuru (September) 2012 from 2012-09-09T18:06

In Te Ahi Kaa this week, Justine Murray is in Otaki and has a chat with musician Kimo Winiata about the new album Te Kawa Tuarua from the group Iwi after a 13 year hiatus. Up and coming set designe...

Te Ahi Kaa 2 September 2012 from 2012-09-02T18:00

Maraea Rakuraku is at the Poroporoaki for the whanau who began their six month Journey on-board two traditional waka bound for Rapanui, Hawai'i and then back home again. Ngapuhi, Kawiti Waetford cr...

Te Ahi Kaa for 26 August 2012 from 2012-08-26T19:00

In Te Ahi Kaa this week, Maraea Rakuraku takes a tiki-tour of Waimamaku with Kaumatua Daniel Ambler who describes buildings and landmarks in the area. Reihana Sciascia has a chat to Maraea about th...

Te Ahi Kaa for 19 August 2012 from 2012-08-19T18:10

In Te Ahi Kaa this week, When John and Isie Bristowe met 57 years ago it was serious business. Their relationship is an example of "Tomo", the formal process Maori exercised when it came to asking ...

Te Ahi Kaa mo 12 o Hereturikoka (August) 2012 from 2012-08-12T18:00

When active volcanoes are in your backyard how do you prepare for that inevitable eruption? Well, for one thing you stay in communication with GNS Scientists who have been warning of the event for ...

Te Ahi Kaa for 5 August 2012 from 2012-08-05T18:06

Te Ahu centre in Kaitaia is the latest addition to the community. It houses the Museum, Library and provides exhibition space, and features seven pou pou that represent the iwi of Te Tai Tokerau th...

Te Ahi Kaa mo 29 o Hongongoi (July) 2012 from 2012-07-29T18:00

This week marks the 37th annual Maori language week. In an archival recording from 1978, Tuhoe Scholar John Rangihau addresses the importance of parents speaking te reo Maori in the home and how th...

Te Ahi Kaa for 22 July 2012 from 2012-07-22T18:06

 Guardianship versus ownership. Te Manu Korihi reporter Rosemary Rangitauira is at the Waitangi Tribunal hearings at Waiwhetu Marae, Wellington where she talks to Te Runanga o Te Rarawa Chairman Ha...

Te Ahi Kaa for 15 July 2012 from 2012-07-15T18:00

In the series Nga Marae o te motu, Maraea Rakuraku is given a tour of Matatina Marae with Manos Nathan who explains the various artworks inside the Wharetipuna. The traditional Maori method of cook...

Te Ahi kaa for July 8 2012 from 2012-07-08T18:00

Just what does it take to perform top level Kapahaka? For the South Taranaki group Aotea Utanganui, it means a lot of weekends at noho marae, fundraising and generally sleeping, walking and talking...

Te Ahi Kaa for 1 July 2012 from 2012-07-01T18:04

It's fitting that in a fortnight that has seen the death of two 28th Maori Battalion Veterans, 91 year olds, William Bill Pitman (1921-2012) and the last remaining officer of the 28th Maori Battali...

Te Ahi Kaa mo 24 o Pipiri (June) from 2012-06-24T18:00

In Te Ahi Kaa, Samoan Singer Bella Kalolo can also add Ngati Porou to her heritage after her late mother uncovered Maori ancestry in her whakapapa, Justine Murray catches up with her at this year's...

Te Ahi Kaa for Sunday 17 June 2012 from 2012-06-17T17:06

The Transit of Venus has come and gone but there're a few things post-transit that you can see at the exhibition Te Ara Kopu: Transit of Venus on at Tairawhiti Museum,Victor Walker explains the fiv...

Te Ahi Kaa for 10 June 2012 from 2012-06-10T18:00

In Te Ahi Kaa this week, Maraea Rakuraku visits the great Kauri tree, Tanemahuta at Waipoua Forest and is accompanied by Te Roroa Kaumatua, Daniel Ambler who outlines the current threats to the for...

Te Ahi Kaa mo 3 Pipiri (June) 2012 from 2012-06-03T17:00

The Transit of Venus is when the planet Venus moves across the face of the sun, and it's what brought James Cook to the Pacific and onto New Zealand in 1769. This year on the 5th and 6th of June ma...

Te Ahi Kaa for 27 May 2012 from 2012-05-27T18:00

Stephen King is the driving force behind the Waipoua Forest Trust and his work in its preservation is legendary in the northland, Maraea Rakuraku learns more about the current state of the forest i...

Te Ahi Kaa mo 20 o Haratua (May) 2012 from 2012-05-20T17:05

In Te Ahi Kaa, Black Inc Media produces two TV shows, both showing in prime time slots. Atamira showcases Maori Theatre on Maori Television, while on TV 3, The GC follows a handful of Maori who are...

Te Ahi Kaa mo 13 o Haratua (May) 2012 from 2012-05-13T17:00

It can be rugged being a comedian. What if you're Maori, not completely sure about your whakapapa and part of your comedy routine kind of takes the mickey out of that. Justin Hansen aka Gish who is...

Te Ahi Kaa mo 6 o Haratua (May) 2012 from 2012-05-06T18:00

In Te Ahi Kaa Matiu Love of the 28th Maori Battalion D Company recalls the time he left Aotearoa for World War 2 when he was just 17 and his cultural experience of Italy. Justine Murray is in Palme...

Te Ahi Kaa mo 29 o Paengawhawha (April) 2012 from 2012-04-29T18:06

Te Ahi Kaa presents its ANZAC special 2012. What are the on-going effects of War? Maraea Rakuraku gets a personal account from her whanaunga Grace Turuwhenua and whanau friend Joe Matene about the ...

Te Ahi Kaa mo 22 o Paengawhawha (April) 2012 from 2012-04-22T18:05

In Te Ahi Kaa: Justine Murray gets the lowdown with Makere Nepe Apatu Thorstensen from Waipukurau Central Health about Pepi pods and how they make it safe to co-sleep with baby; Rotorua born Mereni...

Te Ahi Kaa mo 15 o Paengawhawha (April) 2012 from 2012-04-15T18:00

The Tuakana mentoring scheme at The University of Auckland was created by Professor Michael Walker some 20 years ago, Maraea Rakuraku talks to him about the programme and its impact on past and pre...

Te Ahi Kaa mo 8 o Paengawhawha (April) 2012 from 2012-04-08T18:05

The Venerable Reverend Dr Hone Te Kauru Kaa (1941-2012) was well known for his advocacy for the wellbeing of children but it's the trips back home and the funny debates with his sister Keri Kaa, th...

Te Ahi Kaa mo 1 o Paengawhawha (April) 2012 from 2012-04-01T18:00

Charlizza Harris is a name to watch out for. The 18 year old doesn't let her age or lack of finances stop her from achieving her dreams or better yet allowing others to achieve theirs. She chats wi...

Te Ahi Kaa mo 25 o Poutu te Rangi (March) 2012 from 2012-03-25T18:00

Music promoter and producer Vicky Gordon feels it's about time the patriarchy got a shakeup in the music industry as she explains to Maraea Rakuraku. Justine Murray profiles Maraeroa Marae and what...

Te Ahi Kaa mo 18 o Poutu te Rangi (March) 2012 from 2012-03-18T18:00

Young Maori actors Roimata Fox and Whatanui Flavell share their challenges of being part of the cast of the Maori Shakespeare Play Toroihi raua Ko Kahira, while Producer Grace Hoet outlines the fin...

Te Ahi Kaa mo 11 o Poutu te rangi (March) 2012 from 2012-03-11T18:05

How many Marae in New Zealand can boast 11 levels and counting? Justine Murray visits Taputeranga Marae, Wellington, with founder Bruce Stewart and tours the complex with his daughter, Pari. Millie...

Te Ahi Kaa for 4 March 2012 from 2012-03-04T18:00

Muturangi Hauora is doing their bit for their community in Moera, by running a weekly foodbank at its offices, Justine Murray is there with the volunteers. Patrica Graces Novel TU is featured as pa...

Te Ahi Kaa mo 26 o Hui Tanguru (February) 2012 from 2012-02-26T18:00