Māori Language Week 2022
Māori Language Week is an annual celebration held in the third full week of September. This year it takes place from September 13 to 19.
The initiative, also called ‘Te Wiki o te Reo Māori,’ is government-sponsored. It aims to inspire New Zealanders to speak the Māori language proudly. Māori Language Week is part of a larger effort to revitalize the Māori language. New Zealanders — and indeed, the global community — are encouraged to learn the language and experience the rich culture of the region. ...
Here's some more phrases for you!
Kōrero mai - Talk to me / Let's chat
Kia ora - Hello
Kei te pehea koe? - How are you?
Kei te ora - I'm well
Kia kaha - Be strong
I tēnei rā - Today
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Bird house
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Poll: Does grocery bagging affect where you shop?
There's only a few differences between our larger chain supermarkets here in New Zealand. Having someone bag your groceries is one of them.
Does having your groceries packed for you at the checkout influence where you do your grocery shop? If so, tell us why.
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24.1% Yes
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75.2% No
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0.7% Other - I'll share below
Poll: Would you commute by public transport if it was free?
Using your car is convenient, except for finding parking.
Cycling lets you leave anytime, but you might arrive soaked.
So, neighbours, if public transport had the perk of being free, would it be your main way to commute?
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67.6% Yes
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29.2% No
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3.3% Other - I'll share below