We’ve included some basic information on te reo Māori (the Māori language), mihimihi (acknowledgements and introductions), tikanga (customs) and waiata (songs). We also help you create your own mihimihi so you can share your story and connection with the land with the world.
Keep an eye out for whakatauki I whakatauaki (proverbs) throughout the app and hover over the content to learn more about the proverb as your guide.
Kia Rere was developed by Air New Zealand, the national carrier of Aotearoa New Zealand.
Kia Rere symbolises Air New Zealand’s role as leaders in promoting the values of Aotearoa to the world.
“Araraurangi, Air New Zealand is a huge supporter of Māori culture and encourages sharing the culture through the use of te reo. What we’ve found is when we use ‘kia ora’ and ‘mā te wā’, there can be a lot of excitement from some of our customers who want to engage more with the language, and say, ‘kei te pēhea koe’ (how are you). Some of our staff are not as confident to engage in that conversation so Kia Rere is a useful tool for them to learn at their own time and strengthen their ability to engage with the language.”
Jahmaine Cummings-Hodge (Ngāti Hikairo, Ngāti Whakaue), Māori Development Manager | Air New Zealand.
Traditional
This is the story of Hinenuitepō, the goddess of the underworld, part of the Aho Wahine series of graphic novella that reimagine the traditional stories of Aotearoa from the point of view of the female characters.
Te Runanga O Te Reo Kuki Āirani
Pu’era’s aim is to educate and revitalise an endangered language and culture by providing Cook Island Maori lessons taught day to day at Te Punanga O Te Reo Kuki Airani for over 40 years in the palm of your hand.
Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade
Tairongo includes commonly used Māori words and phrases, basic greetings and resources to understand Māori culture, customs and protocols. Tairongo includes helpful tips such as preparing for a pōwhiri and how to create your own mihimihi. The app has audio guides to help with Māori words, phrases and songs.
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