New Zealand launches Google Maps tool for correct Māori placenames pronunciation
New Zealand has launched a Google Maps tool that correctly pronounces Māori placenames, a project endorsed by the Māori language commission. Chief executive Ngahiwi Apanui-Barr emphasized its role in normalizing te reo Māori, reflecting a 15% rise in speakers since 2018. The initiative represents significant collaboration between public and private sectors to promote indigenous language awareness.
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Published 01 Jul 2026, 22:00 UTC · Updated 01 Jul 2026, 23:10 UTC
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