MĀORI TELEVISION AIRS INTERNATIONAL RUGBY LEAGUE FIXTURES

The home of New Zealand rugby league, Māori Television, will screen delayed coverage of six international matches over the next six weeks with the first test this Sunday, October 14 at 9.00 PM.

The commemorative matches include the Centenary Test against Australia in Wellington this Sunday and the Centenary International in Warrington a week later, when the 2007 version of the All Golds clash with Northern Union to mark the 100th anniversary of the trailblazing original All Golds' tour in 1907-08.

The schedule includes: 

2007 CENTENARY TEST: KIWIS V KANGAROOS – Sunday October 14 at 9.00 PM: Delayed coverage of today’s (Oct 14) Centenary Test between New Zealand and Australia at Wellington’s Westpac Stadium.

2007 CENTENARY INTERNATIONAL: ALL GOLDS V NORTHERN UNION – Sunday October 21 at 12.00 PM: Delayed coverage of yesterday’s (Oct 20) Centenary International between NZ All Golds and Northern Union at Halliwell Jones Stadium in Warrington, UK – a special celebration of 100 years of global rugby league.

2007 GILLETTE FUSION SERIES: KIWIS V GREAT BRITAIN – Sunday October 28 at 12.00 PM: Delayed coverage of yesterday’s (Oct 27) first test between New Zealand and Great Britain at Galpharm Stadium in Huddersfield, UK. Test series between Britain and New Zealand now play for the Baskerville Cup.

2007 GILLETTE FUSION SERIES: KIWIS V GREAT BRITAIN – Sunday November 4 at 12.00 PM: Delayed coverage of yesterday’s (Nov 3) second test between New Zealand and Great Britain at Kingston Communications Stadium in Hull, UK.

2007 GILLETTE FUSION SERIES: KIWIS V GREAT BRITAIN – Sunday November 11 at 12.00 PM: Delayed coverage of yesterday’s (Nov 10) third test between New Zealand and Great Britain at JJB Stadium in Wigan, UK.

2007 FRENCH TEST: KIWIS V FRANCE – Sunday November 18 at 12.00 PM: Delayed coverage of yesterday’s (Nov 17) end-of-season test between New Zealand and France at Jean Bouin Stadium in Paris, France.

coming up ON MĀORI TELEVISION:

WARRANT OF FITNESS – Monday October 8 at 8.00 PM

Sleep Apnoea: At the age of nine, Taonga Tangaere (Ngāti Porou) was diagnosed with a life-threatening sleeping disorder – a condition usually associated with adults – and sleeps every night attached to a machine. He shares his battle to reclaim the night.

ITI POUNAMU – Monday October 8 at 9.30 PM

Avondale Dogs: A young boy grapples with something bigger than he realises: the love within himself brought into focus through his relationship with his dying mother and this love's power of transcendence in times of pain and loss. A multi-award winning film.

WAKA REO – Tuesday October 9 at 8.00 PM

One down and 13 contestants to go as the fight to learn Māori continues in this reality competition with a twist. Age and bikinis battle in the beach challenge – so who will talk their way towards the $10,000 grand prize?

THAMANYA: A HOPE FOR BURMA – Tuesday October 9 at 8.30 PM

Thamanya Sayadaw became a Buddhist monk at the age of 67 and from his hilltop retreat, his Buddhist principles have created a utopian communal settlement offering a uniquely religious lifestyle.

MARAE DIY – Wednesday October 10 at 8.30 PM

The series finale takes a behind-the-scenes look at the show that has helped transform more than 30 marae communities around the country. See how the DIY momentum continues after the cameras stop rolling.

NBL: HARVEY NORMAN NZ BREAKERS – Thursday October 11 at 8.00 PM, repeats Saturday October 13 at 1.30 PM

More high-energy, high-excitement on-court basketball action from Australia’s Hummer Championship NBL when the NZ Breakers take on the Townsville Crocs at Auckland’s North Shore Events Centre.

MĀORIOKE – Friday October 12 at 8.30 PM

The nationwide talent search is back! The best new vocalists from around the country line up for the fourth series of this popular singing competition in a bid to take out the title and $10,000 cash prize.

MAUMAHARA – Saturday October 13 at 8.00 PM

Religion: Tawhao Tioke (Tūhoe) was only six years old when he and his family moved to the Urewera with Māori prophet, Rua Kenana. He shares his memories in this kaumātua show along with elders from the Ratana, Pai Marire, Catholic and Presbyterian religions.

Getting to Air

Our daily schedule is:

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 )