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The Maori language has been spoken in New Zealand since before the arrival of Europeans in the early 19th century. It was the dominant language of communication for Maori communities until colonization led to the introduction of English. Efforts to revitalize and promote the Maori language have been ongoing since the 20th century.
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No. If you aren't Maori you can still be in the Maori party.
The Maori are said to have migrated to New Zealand from Polynesia around the 13th century in canoes, following the guidance of their ancestors and navigational skills. This journey across the vast Pacific Ocean to Aotearoa was known as the Great Migration.
Polynesian people who became known as the Maori.
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Maori masks were primarily used for ceremonial purposes, such as in dances and rituals. They served as a way to connect with spiritual beings, ancestors, and the natural world. These masks were also important in conveying stories, traditions, and cultural teachings through visual representation.
A good speech topic on Maori culture could be discussing the significance of traditional Maori beliefs and practices, the impact of colonization on Maori communities, or the importance of preserving and celebrating Maori language and arts in today's society.
The Maori people were the first inhabitants of New Zealand.
According to Maori traditional oral histories, the original Maori homeland is Hawaiki, a mythical place often referred to in their stories as the ancestral homeland where the Maori people originated from before migrating to Aotearoa (New Zealand). Hawaiki is believed to be a place located in Polynesia, though its exact location is subject to debate among scholars and historians.
There are currently seven Maori electorates in New Zealand, which are specifically for voters who identify as Maori. These electorates give Maori voters the opportunity to have dedicated representation in Parliament.