Matariki

Whānau from across Tairāwhiti travelled on Friday to take part in Matariki celebrations after a challenging couple of years dealing with weather events and cyclones.

Hundreds packed out the Holy Trinity Cathedral in Parnell last night to witness the debut performance of Matariki He Kāhui Reo (Matariki, a constellation of voices).

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Members of Ngāi Tahu are reflecting on the revival of karakia and te reo - which was on full display at the national Matariki commemorations.

The Waitangi Treaty Grounds is celebrating Matariki weekend and the long-awaited reopening of State Highway 1 over the Brynderwyns with a free open day on Sunday.

As part of this year’s Matariki Festival there are a number of events taking place in Tāmaki Makaurau to bring everyone together to celebrate the Māori New Year.

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Wellington divers gather kina to support Matariki events in the region

A church in Eltham will once again be filled with songs of praise in te reo Māori and English during a special bilingual service for Matariki.