Research

Mātauranga Māori
Iwi Histories and Traditions
Te Whare Tapere



Indigenous Knowledge

'Mātauranga Māori' is a modern term for a body of knowledgefirst brought to New Zealand by Polynesian ancestors of present-day Māori (indigenous people of New Zealand). Interest has increased in recent times as to the potential contribution of this body of knowledge to New Zealand and the world. Read more.

Tangata Whenua Stories

The 'footprint' of iwi (tribal) communities and culture upon the New Zealand landscape is lengthy and comprehensive. MKTA conducts research into the histories and traditions of iwi communities. Read more.

Indigenous Theatre

The 'whare tapere' were pa- based houses of entertainment, music, storytelling and dance. MKTA is incubating an organisation dedicated to advancing indigenous theatre and performing arts . Read more.

Papers, Reports, Presentations

Education and Training
Consultancy



Downloads

Over recent years, MKTA has prepared a number of reports and other writings as a way of recording our research and ideas arising from our research. You can obtain copies of various MKTA reports by clicking here.

Knowledge Transfer

A key MKTA activity is sharing the oucomes of our research through education and training. Research concerns the creation of knowledge. Read here about how we conduct education and training in research, innovation and mātauranga Māori.Read more.

Consultancy

MKTA provides mātauranga Māori consultancy services. This usually involves an invitation from a prospective client to offer advice and ideas on matters relating to mātauranga Māori and its application. We have received invitations to provide advice in a wide range of fields of activities. Read more.

All images courtesy Virtual Bay. http://www.virtualbay.co.nz