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Te Reo Haerenga with MR G

Artist Graham Hoete shares his te reo journey, discussing whakamā, silencing the inner critic, and finding inspiration with kaiako Ngairo Eruera.

Celebrate Te Wiki o te Reo Māori

Kia kaha te reo Māori! Marking 50 years of Te Wiki o te Reo Māori, the hosts discuss removing Māori words from children’s books.

Akona te Reo

Te reo learning is a steady ride; our hosts explore ways to begin your haerenga and why embracing hapa truly matters.

Koroneihana Kōrero

Te Arikinui Kuini Ngā Wai Hono i te Pō’s first coronation drew hundreds; our panel reflects on Kiingitanga history and koroneihana insights.
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Our Stories, Our People

Here, we share the stories that give life to our rohe: news and updates, community celebrations, iwi events, arts and culture, and inspiring kōrero with the people who shape our moana.

Tauranga Tangata Pakeke Games

Our pakeke shone at Waikari Marae’s Pakeke Games today, bringing aroha, laughter and friendly competition to set the tone for the weekend.

Toi Gallery Opening

A first look inside the redeveloped Toi Tauranga Art Gallery as Moana Radio attends the pōhiri and preview ahead of its public reopening.

Ngaiterangi Claim Review

Ngāi Te Rangi welcomes a Tribunal ruling finding the Government breached Te Tiriti by undermining te reo Māori and genuine partnership.

Te Kura Waka Returns Home

Our navigators return from Samoa to a powerful Tauranga Moana welcome, honouring Te Kura Waka students’ remarkable achievement.

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