Māori Land Laws

Māori Land Laws are designed to help Māori manage and protect their land, which is often held collectively by families or groups called *whānau* or *iwi*. These laws recognize traditional customs and aim to balance preserving Māori cultural values with modern land use. They regulate land ownership, inheritance, and development, ensuring that Māori have control and say over their land's future. Legal frameworks like the Māori Land Court assist in resolving disputes and maintaining land titles, helping to uphold Māori rights and connection to their ancestral whenua.