New Zealand

Discover the meaning of whanaungatanga and how Māori nurture connection, kinship and belonging through whakapapa, shared experiences, mutual care and responsibility.

The remarkable story of Ngāti Whātua, from their ancestral roots to the founding of Auckland and the historic fight to reclaim their land.

Discover the meaning of pōwhiri, what to expect during a Māori welcome ceremony, and how to participate respectfully in Aotearoa New Zealand.

Haka is a living Māori performance tradition that combines chanting, rhythmic movements, foot-stamping, body percussion, and facial expressions. While often associated with rugby and warfare, haka is also performed for welcomes, celebrations, funerals, and other important occasions. The article explores its origins, the story of Ka Mate, key movements, and how visitors can engage with haka respectfully and appropriately.

Discover Ngāti Kahungunu through its Tākitimu ancestry, vast eastern North Island rohe, 400+ hapū, influential leaders, and thriving Māori communities today.

Waikato-Tainui is a major Māori iwi at the heart of the Māori monarchy, with a living culture shaped by the Tainui waka, Waikato River, raupatu, marae and generations of tribal leadership.

See how Kiwis celebrate Halloween with costumes, trick-or-treating, events, and local traditions.

Explore the story of Ngāi Tahu, from their ancestral origins and journey south to their deep connections with Te Waipounamu, whakapapa, mahinga kai, pounamu, and cultural heritage today.

Ngāti Porou, one of Aotearoa New Zealand’s largest Māori iwi, is defined by its ancestral connections, East Coast rohe, Maunga Hikurangi, Waiapu River, cultural identity, history, and influential figures such as Sir Āpirana Ngata.

Discover Ngāpuhi, New Zealand’s largest Māori iwi, and explore its origins, ancestral homeland, remarkable growth, defining history, and enduring influence in Aotearoa today.