Matariki Events

Marking the Māori New Year

The three major principles underpinning traditional Matariki celebrations are

13 May 2023
Matariki whanaunga kore
Remember those who have passed

Remember

10-13 July 2023
Matariki hunga nui
Celebrate the present

Celebrate

14 July 2023
Kia whakatakatūria mō te wāheke
Plan for the future

Plan

July 12 @ 11:00 am – 3:00 pm: The Matariki Careers Expo features local organisations and service providers that can help you with the support

Every winter the rising of the stars of Matariki (and Puaka (Puanga)) herald the end of the lunar year and the start of the next

The Taringa team is leaving the bustling metropolis of Te Awamutu to bring you this live special from the cultured capital of Wellington.