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The Aotearoa History Show, made possible by the RNZ / NZ On Air Innovation Fund.
The Aotearoa History Show, made possible by the RNZ / NZ On Air Innovation Fund.
Prehistoric New Zealand
Prehistoric New Zealand
The story of Aotearoa begins 100 million years ago. Huge tectonic forces rip apart the old supercontinent of Gondwana. A brand new continent is formed, Te Riu-a-Māui/Zealandia, it’s many times the size of modern day New Zealand. We meet the creatures which called this land home and witness the geological and climatic forces which reshaped the land.
Tangata Whenua
Tangata Whenua
The Polynesian people who first discovered Aotearoa spent hundreds of years exploring the Pacific Ocean. When they finally arrived here it was unlike anything they had seen before. It’s a story of technological innovation, new horizons and becoming a new people.
Early Encounters
Early Encounters
Abel Tasman and James Cook’s first contacts with Māori were complex and sometimes violent. Europeans introduce new technologies, food and ideas, such as muskets, potatoes and Christianity. In some cases this works out well for Tangata Whenua - but in other cases the consequences are devastating.
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