Māori Television is a New Zealand TV station broadcasting programmes that make a significant contribution to the revitalisation of "Te Reo" and tikanga Māori.
Twentieth-century broadcasting in Māori was provided by various New Zealand TV stations until Māori Television, a station funded by the New Zealand Government, started broadcasting on 28 March 2004, based in the inner-Auckland suburb of Newmarket.
Highlights of its history[]
- 28 March 2004 - opening day (a highlight of human history)
- 1 August 2005 -- English subtitles for the late-evening repeats of the main News broadcasts
- April 2006 - ANZAC Day 17-hour special, watched in many countries
- November 2006 - 581,900 unique viewers for the month
Mission[]
To revitalise Māori language and culture through broadcasting.
Maori Television Service Act 2003[]
The relevant legislation, the Maori Television Service Act 2003 says "The principal function of the Service is to promote te reo Maori me nga tikanga Maori through the provision of a high quality, cost-effective Maori television service, in both Maori and English, that informs, educates, and entertains a broad viewing audience, and, in doing so, enriches New Zealand's society, culture, and heritage".
The Act defines the responsibilities of these groups:
- Government
- Te Putahi Paoho (Maori Electoral College)
Programming[]
| Show | Release Date | Notes | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Currently Active Programmes | ||||
| 2030 CE | 3D animated show in Te Reo Māori | |||
| Ask Your Auntie | ||||
| B&B | sitcom | |||
| Coast | Music show | |||
| Code | Sports show hosted by Tawera Nikau, Jenny-May Coffin, Wairangi Koopu, Richie Barnett, and Matua Parkinson | |||
| Cyberworld | Maori perspective on technology and internet | |||
| Haa | ||||
| Hākinakina | Sports show | |||
| He Matapihi | Documentary series looking back on Māori history | |||
| He Raranga Korero | Repeating and enhancing relevant documentaries from the past 30 years | |||
| Hunting Aotearoa | Hosted by Howie Morrison Jr. | |||
| Iwi Allstars | Celebrity reality show | |||
| Kai Time on the Road | Cop and chef seek traditional recipes | |||
| Kete Aronui | Arts show | |||
| Korero Mai | soap opera teaching Māori language six days a week at 7pm (with a repeat at or soon after 10:30); has breaks of many weeks between series | |||
| Ma Tatou | ||||
| Maggie & the Ferocious Beast | Animated show translated into Te Reo Maori | |||
| Manu Rere | Hosted by Kaa Williams | |||
| Maramataka | or "Once Were Gardeners" | |||
| Meke My Waka | Maori version of Pimp My Ride; hosted by Veeshayne Armstrong, Pumi Tumai, DJ Hazadus, and DJ Kaotic | |||
| Mitre 10 Marae DIY | Reality show renovating meeting houses | |||
| Monday Night League | The feature game of the Bartercard Cup rugby league competition is broadcast each Monday night; expert commentary in English. | |||
| Moteatea | Classical songs with words and explanations | |||
| Oceania | Wide-ranging documentaries extending into South-East Asia | |||
| Panui Pasifika | ||||
| Pukana | Children's show in Te Reo Māori hosted by Te Atirau Paki and Matai Smith. Also screened on TV3. | |||
| Putahi Takaro | ||||
| Putapaiarehe | ||||
| Tangaroa | Hosted by Pio Terei | |||
| Tagata Pasifika | Also screened on TV ONE; hosted by Beatrice Faumuinaa and others | |||
| Tau Ke | Children's show | |||
| Te Heteri | current affairs, hosted by Wena Harawira with poetical conclusions from Waihoroi Shortland ("Shylock") | |||
| Te Kāea News | Ngarimu Daniels, Peata Melbourne, Oriini Kaipara, and Julian Wilcox (and others) host 20-30 minutes of news (including sport) and weather every evening at 7:30pm (repeated at or soon after 11, with -- since 1 August 2005 -- English subtitles) | |||
| The New Adventures of Ocean Girl | Children's cartoon translated into Te Reo Māori | |||
| Toa Anga Whati Maori | ||||
| Toi Whakaari | Arts show | |||
| Waka Huia | also screened on TV ONE; archival series | |||
| World Health Magazine | Magazine style health show | |||
| On Hiatus | ||||
| Hauora Hokianga | ||||
| Iwi Toa | ||||
| Kupuhua | Māori quiz show | |||
| Mana Tangata | Profiles of well-known Māori people | |||
| Manuhuia | ||||
| Maorioke | Vocal talent quest | |||
| Technology Today | ||||
| Umanga | Business show hosted by Awerangi Durie | |||
| Warrant of Fitness | Health show | |||
| Cancelled Programmes | ||||
| Best of Haa 2005 | Recap show hosted by Tumehe and Whakaangi Rongonui | |||
| Best of the Most Extreme | ||||
| He Puata Whakairo | ||||
| Nga Kaireka o te Kainga | ||||
| Ngati NRL | Sports show | |||
| Pio Revisited | Comedy skit show by Pio Terei | |||
| Te Haerenga | ||||
| Waka Ama IVF Va'a World Sprint Championships | ||||
- Māori classics: Prince Tui Teka and Billy T James
- Feature films (some being repeated):
- Mauri
- Never Say Die
- Ngati
- Ruby and Rata
- Utu
- The Quiet Earth
- ShortEnz: a compilation of New Zealand short films made between 1970 and 2002
Membership[]
There are seven members of the Board of Directors. Crown appointees are Wayne Walden, Wena Tait, and Rod Cornelius. Te Pūtahi Pāoho appointees are Craig Soper, Garry Muriwai, Amohaere Houkamau and Leonie Pihama.
Committees[]
There are two standing committees The Audit Committee and the Remuneration Committee. Members of the Audit Committee are Garry Muriwai, Amohaere Houkamau, and Craig Soper. Members of the Remuneration Committee are Wayne Walden, Wena Tait, and Rod Cornelius.
Executive Team[]
- Chief Executive: Jim Mather
- GM Operations: Barry Russ
- GM Finance and Administration: Alan Withrington
- GM Reo & Programming: Tawini Rangihau
- GM Sales: Marketing and Communication: Sonya Haggie
See also[]
Reference[]
- Māori Television Site 2006 [1] Retrieved Feb. 20 2006
External links[]
- Māori Television
- Fledgling fan club
- "Scoop" article - The Reality Of Learning Maori On Maori Television
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