due to racist backlash criticising the rebranding, and sparked a response to support the naming of the chocolate bar in te reo. The third Waiata / Anthems week was held prior to Te Wiki o te Reo Māori, including over 20 musicians releasing new music in te reo, and a new series of TVNZ documentaries following popular musicians producing Māori language songs. Among the most successful songs from the 2022 waiata include "Whāia te Māramatanga (Walk Right Up)" by Ladi6, a reimagining of Split Enz' "Six Months in a Leaky Boat" (1982) performed by Tim Finn and Hana Mereraiha, a remix of Moana and the Moahunters' 1991 single "AEIOU" by Tiki Taane, and "Ka Taria", performed by Rob Ruha and Drax Project. Dates and themes References External links Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori – Māori Language Week – at NZHistory Māori education in New Zealand Week, Maori Language Awareness weeks Language revival Language observances July observances August observances September observances Holidays and observances by scheduling (varies) Annual events in New Zealand