Earlier this year, whānau, kaiako, reo champions, rangatahi and community leaders gathered in Ngāmotu for Te Matoe o te Reo 2026, a celebration of te reo Māori and the people working every day to ensure it thrives for future generations. The kaupapa attracted more than 150 attendees, 17 speakers and thousands more online, creating a powerful space for learning, sharing and connection. More than a symposium, Te Matoe o te Reo was a reminder that language revitalisation happens
