MATARIKI 2012

Matariki Festival 2012 – A Celebration of New Zealand

Matariki is our unique Maori New Year. It's

A seasonal occasion to mark the end of harvest, A

Time to celebrate throughout June and mid July. It's

About the 'new year' planting season, new beginnings when we can

Rejuvinate ourselves. Matariki

Is a time for reflection, remembrance as well as joy so we are

Keen to involve everyone

In communities and families throughout New Zealand. Join us.

Free Community Festivals – Everyone Welcome

5pm to 8pm Friday         8 June Sports Centre, Anderson St, Dannevirke

5pm to 8pm Friday         15 June AW Parson Stadium & Russell Park, Waipukurau

5pm to 8pm Friday         22 June Flaxmere Park, Henderson Rd, Flaxmere, Hastings

5pm to 8pm Friday         29 June Community Centre & Alexandra Park, Marine Parade, Wairoa

5pm to 8pm Friday         6 July Marist Rugby Club, Memorial Park, Dixon St, Masterton

ENTERTAINERS
Over the past few years Maariki has grown from not having any stage or bands involved to having a line up of local and national talent of all kinds. The Move Your Dance Competition is open to all ages and winners at each festival receive $50 phone top ups.

FOOD FAIR
With all the activities on offer you’re bound to need a well-deserved refreshment break, and so that you will get!  A wide variety of food and drink stalls provide you with everything from traditional carnival food like hotdogs and chips to espresso coffee, and Maori food options!  You’ll be spoilt for choice and are guaranteed to have your hunger satisfied.

FREE RIDES
What Carnival would be complete without a selection of activities for young and old? You won't be disappointed, with mini jeeps, merry go round, bouncy castles, and even a shooting gallery!

FIRE SHOW

There’s no better way to end a fantastic night out than with a bang! We are again pleased to be able to offer some of the best pyrotechnics on display for Matariki this year. Keep your eyes on the night sky and you won’t be disappointed!

OUR FUNDERS

We are grateful for the financial support from our funders and sponsors; Ngati Kahungunu Iwi Inc, Te Puni Kokiri, Mai FM, Lion Foundation, Eastern & Central Community Trust, Endeavour Foundation, Trust House.

ENQUIRIES: Te Rangi Huata  Phone 06 876 2718 Extn 706 terangi@kahungunu.iwi.nz

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