Matariki 2019

Matariki: Te Tau Hou Māori – The Māori New Year

One of the most significant celebrations in the Māori calendar is Matariki, the Māori New Year.

Matariki is a celebration of people, culture, language, spirituality and history.

Whakataukī (Māori proverb)

Ka kitea a Matariki, ka rere te korokoro

‘When Matariki is seen, the lamprey migrate’

Matariki Resources

Please see below for a range of resources to share with your tamariki during Matariki. Including learning about all nine stars, harvesting and making a Harekeke (flax) star, Tirama Tirama Matariki Waiata (Matariki stars song) and a recipe for Takakau Māori Bread.