Ngahiwi Apanui: "We need this week to celebrate te reo and bring new people in."
As we head in to Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori for 2023 Māpuna speaks with Ngahiwi Apanui the Chief Executive of Te Taura Whiri i te Reo Māori, the Māori Language Commission. Julian and Ngahiwi talk about the role of Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori, the future of the language and the 'big, hairy, audacious goal' of reaching 1 million speakers by 2040.
[Saturday 09 September 2023, 12:10]
Every Saturday after the Midday news, Julian Wilcox talks to Māori throughout Aotearoa, from sports legends, to business leaders, to artists and community advocates. Māpuna acknowledges those who are beloved and respected within their communities. 'He māpuna e arohatia ana, e kaingāukautia ana.' Producer - Tama Muru.