Study Group Information

Maori Language Studies

We meet at the Convenor’s home in Milford.

Beginners 1st Thursday of the month - 1.30pm to 3.30pm
Intermediate 3rd Thursday of the month – 1.30pm to 3.30pm

It is hoped that participants will be able to learn enough during a u3a year to speak and understand some very simple conversation; to understand everyday Māori words now spoken by mainstream TV news readers, some everyday geographic names, and the basic differences between English and Māori grammar.

Study of basic Māori tikanga (protocol & customs) and history will be included. The meetings will be a mix of discussion, presentations, and instruction.

This study group will, by its nature, involve some effort.

To join a study group you first need to be a member of u3a Takapuna.  Refer to the Join Us page of our website to find out about membership.

u3a Takapuna members who are interested in joining a Study Group can find the convenor's contact information in the monthly Newsletter