Conclusions

Since the last HML Survey in 2001, the general health of the Māori language in Te Upoko o Te Ika/Te Tau Ihu has improved. The full report provides valuable information to inform the work of language planners who are planning targeted initiatives to address some of the issues revealed in the report. For example, under the banner of Te Kāhui Mātauranga, Tau Ihu iwi have developed a language strategy to guide future initiatives. Over the next five years, the combined efforts of iwi and community groups have the potential to further improve the picture of language health in Te Upoko o Te Ika/Te Tau Ihu.