Community Adult Education: Te Reo Māori (8 Week Course)!
Introducing Howick Historical Village's Community Adult Education: Te reo Māori (8 Week Course) run by Trinity Hereora!
This course is $40.00 per person which covers admission to all 8 classes. There is an age restriction of 18+.
Te ao Māori is an exciting and enduring culture that has shaped Aotearoa society and is an integral part of our contemporary lifestyle. This eight-week course introduces the structure of Māori language, society, customs and literature.
At the end of the course, students will have a good understanding of Māori phrases, marae protocol and some ancestral stories. You will be able to have a conversation and count in Māori, and will also know something of Māori society.
What to bring: Notepad and pen!
Course Dates:
Monday 01 Aug: 6-8pm
Monday 08 Aug: 6-8pm
Monday 15 Aug: 6-8pm
Monday 22 Aug: 6-8pm
Monday 29 Aug: 6-8pm
Monday 05 Sep: 6-8pm
Monday 12 Sep: 6-8pm
Monday 19 Sep: 6-8pm
For any questions, email education@historicalvillage.org.nz or call 09 567 9506.
Poll: How should Guy Fawkes be celebrated?
While it is a fun occasion, fireworks on Guy Fawkes Night has caused much conflict over the years, upsetting our pets and disrupting the sleep of neighbours.
How should we celebrate Guy Fawkes Night? Vote in our poll and share your thoughts below.
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28.1% With a city-wide public fireworks display
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20.2% Small fireworks displays in each community
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7.8% Keep it as is
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32.7% We shouldn't celebrate it!
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10.8% Anything but fireworks
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0.4% Other - I'll share below
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