Affinity Group: Asian Pacific Rim Peoples

Affinity Bloc: Pacific Islanders

People Cluster: Polynesian

Language: Maori - (mri)

Alternate Name(s): Aborigine Sub-cluster

Primary Religion: Christianity - Non-Evangelical Protestant

Country: Australia

Also found in: New Zealand; Tonga; United States

Population: 93,000

Global Population: 803,410

Progress of the Gospel: No Longer Unreached

Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: 10% or Greater Evangelical

Overview: The Maori of Australia, numbering 93,000, are No Longer Unreached. They are part of the Polynesian people cluster within the Pacific Islanders affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 803,410 in 4 countries. Their primary language is Maori. The primary religion practiced by the Maori is Non-Evangelical Protestantism, a collection of denominations typically more focused on issues of social justice than personal salvation.

Bible Translations: Available

Jesus Film: Available

Gospel Recordings: Available

Radio Broadcast: Not Available