FOOD, FAMILY AND FUNNY MOMENTS!
The taonga of New Zealand acting are back with the premiere of successful Māori comedy KAI KŌRERO on Māori Television on Tuesday July 17 at
9.30 PM.
George Henare, Annie Whittle, Vanessa Rare and Geoff Dolan will again offer up a feast of laughs in the multicultural sitcom. KAI KŌRERO is the story of two families – the Spalding and the Rata whānau – who gather each Sunday for a meal.
The ensuing discussions and arguments throw a humorous spotlight on the extended family’s frailties, prejudices and concerns. By making them a source of laughter, the show demonstrates just how absurd they are.
Sports scientist Ken Spalding (Dolan) and his physiotherapist wife Charlotte Rata (Rare) have two children – budding league player Humphrey (Tainui Tukiwaho) and university student Ma (Kura Forrester). Much to Ken’s despair, they also share their home with Pā Wiremu (Henare), Charlotte’s Ngāti Porou father. Pa has a fondness for Brylcreem, Winston Peters and secretly, Ken’s mother.
Ken’s mother Muriel Spalding is played by Whittle – she’s in a state of acute denial over Ken’s marriage, telling people her grandchildren are part-Italian to explain their olive complexions. Charlotte is the focal point of the whānau, who sometimes takes on more than she can handle but loves having her family around her for Sunday dinner.
Made by Front of the Box Productions for Māori Television, KAI KŌRERO is written by the talented team of Kath Akuhata-Brown, Albert Belz and Carey Carter along with script consultant, comedian Hori Ahipene. With its mix of ages and cultures, the series is a comedy with something for everyone.
Join the Spalding and Rata families for dinner when the second series of KAI KŌRERO premieres on Māori Television on Tuesday July 17 at 9.30 PM.coming up ON MĀORI TELEVISION:
ITI POUNAMU – Monday July 16 at 9.30 PM
Pikowae: An easy deal on sacred ground goes off-course in a night of treachery and wandering spirits. A quirky Kiwi yarn with a chilling twist. Hosts Ainsley Gardiner and Tearepa Kahi kōrero with studio guest, writer and director Vanessa Rare.
KETE ARONUI – Tuesday July 17 at
8.00 PM
Rapper, poet and video artist Dean Hapeta is profiled in the popular arts series which also looks at his ‘rapumentary’ – an orchestration of philosophical thought focusing on socio-political issues among indigenous and marginalised peoples in 20 countries.
RETURN OF THE RIVER: HISHUK TSAWAK; EVERYTHING IS ONE – Tuesday July 17 at 8.30 PM
International Documentary, Pakipūmeka ō te Ao: A tale of struggle and survival – the Canadian Huu-ay-aht First Nations and their ongoing efforts to bring back the Sarita River, destroyed decades ago by clear-cut logging and commercial fishing.
TAONGA: TREASURES OF OUR PAST – Wednesday July 18 at 8.00 PM
To Hang or Not to Hang? Penetito Hawea: In the late 1860s, teenager Penetito Hawea was implicated in one of New Zealand’s most sensational murders – the ritual killing of Anglican minister Karl Volkner.
IHI FRENZY – Wednesday July 18 at 8.30 PM
New Zealand Documentary, Pakipūmeka Aotearoa: The Royal New Zealand Ballet join forces with Rotorua kapa haka group Te Matarae i o Rehu. Add to the mix music by Split Enz and you've got a showcase for the best of New Zealand's artistic treasures.
NZ RUGBY LEAGUE NATIONAL PREMIERSHIP – Saturday July 21 and Sunday July 22 at 2.00 PM
Only five more rounds to go before the semi-finals! The Waitakere Rangers take on the Wellington Orcas in Saturday’s live English-language broadcast followed by Harbour League and the Auckland Lions in Sunday’s delayed reo Māori coverage.
THE DEVIL IN THE HOLY WATER – Saturday July 21 at 9.30 PM
A holy clash of cultures as Italian gays and conservative Catholics face off in this feature-length documentary. It’s no coincidence that the Pope's anniversary jubilee coincided with World Gay Pride celebrations in Rome.
ATANARJURAT: THE FAST RUNNER – Sunday July 22 at 9.00 PM
Sunday Feature, Kiriata Rātapu: Canada's first feature-length fiction film written, produced, directed and acted by Inuit is a life-threatening struggle of love, jealousy, murder and revenge between powerful natural and supernatural characters.
Getting to Air
Our daily schedule is:
| Monday to Friday | 3.00pm - 11.30pm | |
| Saturday & Sunday | 2.00pm - 11.30pm |
Viewers can tune in to Māori Television in six ways:
1. Via Freeview
Crystal clear, digital quality television with no monthly fees and no contracts. Visit www.freeviewnz.tv, call 0800-Freeview, or ask a sales person at a Freeview accredited appliance retailer.
2. Via the UHF frequency
To receive Māori Television via the UHF frequency, you need to have a UHF aerial and be within the coverage range. You can check our coverage maps to find out if you are within the coverage area: www.maoritelevision.com/coverage. If you need to purchase an aerial, call your local television aerial installation retailer. You will find these services listed in the Yellow Pages.
3. Via satellite
If you are not within our coverage area, you can access Māori Television via satellite by purchasing a satellite dish and receiver from your local television aerial installation service.
4. As a Sky Digital subscriber
If you are a Sky Digital subscriber, you will find Māori Television on channel 19 of your Sky remote.
5. As a Sky UHF subscriber
If you are a Sky UHF subscriber, you will find Māori Television on button 6 of your Sky remote.
6. Via Saturn TV
If you receive Saturn TV, you can tune in to Māori Television through channel button 33. Saturn customers – please leave your decoders switched on to be able to receive this channel.
If you are still unsure or need any assistance, call the channel’s tune-in helpline on 0800 MA TATOU (0800 62 82 868).
For More Information
Check our website www.maoritelevision.com/coverage or for guidance on how to tune-in call 0800 MA TATOU ( 0800 62 82868 )
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