“The value and benefits of the language are so abundant. I believe Te Reo Māori is a treasure handed down to us.”

Presenter Sonny Ngatai talks about his own connection with te reo Māori, and the history of the language’s revitalisation.

This is part of our reo Māori series, Ohinga, created by Mahi Tahi Media, with funding from Te Māngai Pāho.

Stay tuned for a new episode every week.

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