The course in Maori performing arts, or Te Ao Haka, will be available for about 900 students at more than 30 schools - for all three NCEA levels.

The performance-based art form is grounded in Maori culture, language and heritage.

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12 Feb: National's yet to decide its stance on Winston Peters' call for a referendum on Maori seats

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