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Maori Song Rocks New Zealand
In 1984 a Maori language song got to number one in New Zealand for the first time. The song Poi E remained top of the pops for four weeks. It reinvigorated the Maori language and changed the way they saw themselves.
(Photo: Courtesy of Patea Maori Club)
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