Episodi

  • Teira Dean - Proud to Be Cook Island

    Teira Dean - Proud to Be Cook Island
    Jul 30 2026
    As Cook Islands Māori Language Week approaches, Teira shares what this year's theme means to him and reflects on the importance of protecting and revitalising Te Reo Kūki 'Āirani. From growing up in Dunedin to teaching language through dance and drumming, he explores identity, intergenerational knowledge, and why it's never too late to learn your ancestral language. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz and made thanks to the support of NZ on Air.
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    11 min
  • Moana Chapman - Finding Home Through Te Reo Kūki 'Āirani

    Moana Chapman - Finding Home Through Te Reo Kūki 'Āirani
    Jul 30 2026
    For Cook Islands Māori Language Week, Moana reflects on the power of language, culture, and connection. Sharing memories of growing up in Mitiaro, she talks about how te reo, dance, drumming, food, and community keep her connected to her roots while inspiring the next generation of tamariki to embrace their Cook Islands identity. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz and made thanks to the support of NZ on Air.
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    12 min
  • Zoana Cockburn - Reconnecting Through Language, Culture and Identity

    Zoana Cockburn - Reconnecting Through Language, Culture and Identity
    Jul 30 2026
    For Cook Islands Māori Language Week, Zoana explores the importance of reconnecting with Te Reo Kūki 'Āirani, whakapapa, and cultural traditions. Sharing her journey of rediscovering language and passing on knowledge to the next generation, she reflects on the power of family stories, dance, drumming, and community in keeping Cook Islands identity alive. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz and made thanks to the support of NZ on Air.
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    10 min
  • Cook Islands Māori Language Week Podcasts Trailer

    Cook Islands Māori Language Week Podcasts Trailer
    Jul 30 2026
    Kia orana! We're the Cook Islands community here in Ōtepoti Dunedin, and we're proud to celebrate Cook Islands Māori Language Week with OAR FM Dunedin. This year's theme is: "Me kite koe i te tuatua i to’ou reo tupuna, e turanga rangatira tena nō’ou no te uki amuri atu." "With our language as our foundation, we will embrace the future." This week is an opportunity to celebrate the Cook Islands Māori language, culture, traditions, and the importance of passing our ancestral language on to future generations. Kia orana e kia manuia i te Epetoma o te reo Māori Kūki 'Airani from Otago Access Radio! This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz and made thanks to the support of NZ on Air.
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    1 min