Whakanuia Te Wiki o te Reo Māori ki Te Kura Matatini ki Otago

Celebrate Māori Language Week at Otago Polytechnic
14–20 o Hepetema 2025 | 14–20 September 2025

Kōrero mai – Kia Kaha te Reo Māori!
That’s how you can encourage and celebrate the use of te reo Māori every day.

This year marks a very special milestone: 50 years of Te Wiki o te Reo Māori. What began in 1975 as a week to raise awareness of the language has grown into a nationwide celebration of te reo as a taonga to be cherished and strengthened.

Te reo Māori is at the heart of our identity as a country, and Te Wiki o te Reo Māori is an opportunity for us all to celebrate, learn, and use te reo in daily life.

Here at Otago Polytechnic, we are proud to support this kaupapa with events, kai, kapa haka, creative mahi toi, quizzes, and opportunities to give te reo a go in fun and meaningful ways.

Join us as we celebrate the language, acknowledge those who fought for its survival, and look forward to the next 50 years of growth and revitalisation.

Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori Events at Otago Polytechnic

What	Who	When	Where
Karakia and Waiata Join us to start your day with Karakia and Waiata. We invite those who are willing to have a go to share their pepeha.	Ākonga & Kaimahi	8.45am Monday 15 – Friday 19	Pounamu in the Atrium
Mahi Toi Drop by The Hub to get creative at our mahi toi tables! Enjoy fun hands-on activities, relax with friends, and express your creativity while celebrating Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori.	Ākonga & Kaimahi	All day Monday 15–Thursday 18	The Hub
Lucy Smith Details TBC	Ākonga & Kaimahi	10am – 12noon 1pm – 3pm Monday 15 September	The Hub
Dumplings in the Hub Grab some delicious dumplings, connect with friends, and take a break in the middle of your day.	Ākonga & Kaimahi	12noon Monday 15September	The Hub
DJ Woody & MC MaxDadE Music and Pop Quiz Join us in the HUB for DJ Woody & MC MaxDadE’s music and pop quiz. Test your knowledge, enjoy the beats and be into win some awesome spot prizes, including vouchers, merch and treats!	Ākonga & Kaimahi	12noon Tuesday 16 September	The Hub
Mac n Cheese in the Hub Warm up with a bowl of creamy mac n cheese, the ultimate comfort kai!	Ākonga & Kaimahi	12noon Tuesday 16 September	The Hub
Kapa Haka Performance Experience the power and pride of kapa haka with a special performance from Otago Boys’ and Otago Girls’ High Schools.	Ākonga & Kaimahi	12 noon Wednesday 17 September	The Hub
Hāngī in the Hub Enjoy a taste of tradition with a delicious hāngī meal, cooked with aroha and served warm.	Ākonga & Kaimahi	12.15pm Wednesday 17 September	The Hub
Tukutuku Panels with Tuitui Designs Come along and help create beautiful tukutuku panel-inspired artworks with Tuitui Designs. A hands-on activity where you can learn, connect, and add your creative touch while celebrating Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori.	Limited spaces available – please register your interest here.	10am – 12noon Thursday 18 September	Poho (TBC)
Bacon Butties in the Hub Take a break and grab a hot bacon buttie for lunch!	Ākonga & Kaimahi	12 noon Thursday 18 September	The Hub
Tukutuku Panels with Tuitui Designs Come along and help create beautiful tukutuku panel-inspired artworks with Tuitui Designs. A hands-on activity where you can learn, connect, and add your creative touch while celebrating Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori.	Limited spaces available – please register your interest here.	12.30pm – 2.30 pm Thursday 18 September	Poho (TBC)
Give Kapa Haka a Go! Join the OP Kapa Haka group in The Hub for an open session where everyone’s welcome to have a go. No experience needed – just bring your energy.	Ākonga & Kaimahi	12 noon Thursday 18 September	The Hub