Taranaki Maunga is an honored ancestor to the Maori, something the New Zealand government has cemented with this designation.

Representing approximately 16.5% of the country's population, the Maori, with their rich history and vibrant culture, offer a unique insight into New Zealand's soul. Historically, the Maori ...

“Although our culture is ever moving, our history is set,” says Mori Rapana, Māori cultural manager at the Waitangi Treaty Grounds. “In order to understand the present, you have to start ...

According to Maori myths and legends ... Tasman National Park by waka (a Maori canoe), while learning Maori history and culture. The tours are a fun way for both young and old to learn about ...

is also steeped in cultural significance. Here, an 800-year-old pohutukawa tree plays a starring role in Maori oral history. According to legend, it’s the place where the spirits of deceased ...

A range of bespoke cultural tours take in the 700-year history of the Waimarama people ... This is a chance to gain some insights into Maori culture in an informal setting. For those keen to ...

"The mountain has long been an honored ancestor, a source of physical, cultural ... alive with history; its scenery is ...

In Navigating the Stars: Maori creation myths Witi Ihimaera shows how we have always been storytellers, intellectuals and ...