What is Matariki? Matariki is Known as the Māori New Year, Matariki is one of the most significant celebrations on the Māori calendar and is becoming increasingly well-known and celebrated throughout New Zealand
It is the appearance of the star cluster Pleiades or Seven Sisters in the north-eastern pre-dawn sky in late May-early June – there is no exact date. Celebrations most often begin after the next new moon after Matariki has risen, which is 12 June this year. (www,scoop.co.nz)
During Matariki, we celebrate our unique place in the world. We give respect to the whenua on which we live, and admiration to
our mother earth, Papatuanuku. Throughout Matariki, we learn about those who came before us. Our history, our family, our
bones. Matariki signals growth. It's a time of change. It's a time to prepare, and a time of action. During Matariki, we acknowledge
what we have and what we have to give. Matariki celebrates the diversity of life. It's a celebration of culture, language, spirit and
people.(www.nzafa.com)
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