Glossary of Te Reo Māori
North Island, now used as the Māori name for New Zealand
Māori health and wellness
Network of people with shared ancestry, associated with a distinct territory
Topic, matter for discussion, plan, proposal or initiative
Preschool class in which the lessons are conducted in Te Reo Māori
Spiritual power, qualities of prestige, authority, influence, charisma
Knowledge, understanding, wisdom, skill
Healthy individuals
New Zealanders of European descent
To be of high rank, chiefs
Mental health
Physical health
Spiritual health
Family health
New Zealand College of Mental Health Nurses
Distance schooling (formerly “The Correspondence School”)
The sentinel tower, a pivotal point with the constructs of Māori pā
Ministry of Māori Development
Language of enrichment
The Māori language
Health environments
Extended family and immediate community
Family health (a health initiative driven by Māori cultural values)
Meeting house, large house, main building
The glossary of terms was developed with reference to www.Maoridictionary.co.nz and through discussions with stakeholders during the OECD study visit.