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Kawe Kōrero

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Feel out of your depth with Māori language and protocol? No need to freak out - we can get you started!

The Kawe Kōrero app helps improve your own te reo and protocol knowledge base. The app's key features include:

  • te reo pronunciation, including place names in the region
  • a range of waiata and karakia
  • how to do your pepeha (personal introduction)
  • what to do at a pōwhiri
  • demo videos.

Introducing Kawe Kōrero

Download it from one of the App Stores