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- During this period the first Polynesian settlers found the island of Aotearoa meaning “Long white cloud. People of this time were known as Moa Hunters because of their hunter- gathering lifestyles. This is why development of farming didn’t come until later, also because the Polynesian people were exploring and adapting to their new environment.
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As the name states this was the time of growth as the Māori people began expanding the land and growing more cultural traditions. At first the growth only began on the North Island then expanded across the South Island later in the period. The Māori people began traditions and started building up their cultural identities such as art, religion and beliefs.
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Also known as the classical period due to the arrival of English Explorers and settlers. Most Europeans took record of the Māori society and culture they learnt about the way they lived and thrived on the island. During this period its said that Māori art had become quite popular on the Island considered the most beautiful.
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European contact by Abel Tasman a European explorer visiting Aotearoa -
The European explorer Captain James Cook adventured to New Zealand and made contact with the Māori people, recording their way of life and culture. -
- This is the time of major European influence as the Māori people had increased contact with the Europeans which led to introduction to the modern world being slowly infused with the Māori culture.