Papamoa author Lance Morcan said today he was bracing for a likely backlash from some Maoris and from academics following ...

Facial tattoos have been a part of Maori culture for centuries, a sacred marker of the wearer's genealogy and heritage. But one woman's striking chin design - or moko - has generated huge debate ...

According to Maori myths and legends, a demigod named Maui was fishing with his brothers from a canoe – which is now known as the South Island – when he hooked a giant catch: the massive piece ...

The Maori language of New Zealand has just expanded by 200 words and phrases, freshly minted to describe mental health, addiction and disability issues. Keri Opai, the civil servant who helped ...

In a dazzling night sky, it’s a special moment. The stars have long held a special resonance within Maori culture, with an intimate knowledge of astronomy proving essential in sailing vast ...