Explores the customs and traditions of our people starting with some of the concepts of tikanga, then moves on to cover marae protocol, including tangihanga (funerals), hura kohatu (unveilings), mihi (speeches), how to introduce yourself in Maori and an explanation of the definition and role of kaumatua.
Information on the different forms of Kapa Haka items, including poi, haka, waiata a ring (action songs) as well as sound, lyrics
and videos to popular Maori items.
A collection of stories from around the motu starting from creation then moving onto some of the Maui stories. There is also a section on Land as well as general stories including Rona, Kahukura, Hatupatu and Kurangaituku to name a few.
Set in pre European times, this story follows Kura, who is trained in the Traditional Whare Wananga, or house of esoteric knowledge. Her story takes us into other realms where the patupaiarehe, ponaturi, hapuoneone and many more other beings live.
A fantasy story based on the Maori equivalent to elves,
etc.
Information on whakapapa, how to work with whakapapa, resources for finding information, indexes, lists of names and links all pertaining to whakapapa - genealogy
Here is a place where you can create your own Maori Community online. This service is offered free of charge for anyone wishing to have a web site pertaining to Maori. Examples include, but are not limited to Iwi, Hapu, Marae, Whanau, Kapa Haka Roopu and Organisations.
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