In the rich tapestry of human heritage, languages serve as the threads that weave together culture, identity, and history. However, amidst the vast array of languages spoken worldwide, many are facing the threat of extinction. Among these endangered languages lies Te Reo Māori, the indigenous...
If you're eager to learn the Māori language you may be wondering, "Where can I learn Te Reo Māori online?" Look no further than Reo Ora! With its comprehensive online language courses, Reo Ora stands out as the best place to embark on your Te...
In 2023, living in a generation where competition for jobs is at an ever high – setting yourself apart from the crowd is a good way to cope. By presenting yourself as a multilingual professional, you immediately attract attention and employers will inevitably have a...
Māori Language Week is part of a broader effort to revive the Māori language. The program, also known as Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori, is funded by the New Zealand government. It strives to encourage people in New Zealand to speak the Māori language...
Te Reo Māori is part of the Eastern Polynesian language family and is closely related to Hawaiian, Tahitian and Cook Islands Māori. Te Reo Māori became one of New Zealand's official languages in 1987....
Language is more than just words we use to communicate with each other. It’s an expression of something beyond – it’s an expression of our emotions and our feelings. Just imagine that you are in a foreign country and you get into a quarrel with...
What makes us proud New Zealanders? And this begs the question – what makes our New Zealand…the country that it is? Is it just our pristine piece of land? We are more than our beautiful land. We are an identity. We are a culture. A culture with...
By Rosemary Rangitauira • 31/03/2022 Dr Rāpata Wiri is on a mission to make it easier for people – including teachers – to learn te reo Māori so they can enhance all aspects of their lives. He affiliates to Tūhoe (Ngāti Ruapani, Ngāti Hinekura, Ngāti Manunui, Hāmua) and Te Arawa...