Happy New Year to you all near and far !!!!!!!
Matariki Celebrations sparks a connection
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Mānawa mai a te putanga o Matariki.
Mānawa mai a te ariki o te rangi.
Mānawa mai a te mātahi o te tau
Hail the rise of Matariki
Hail the Lord of the sky
Hail the New Year
 
Matariki is the Māori tradition that marks the rising of the star cluster Matariki Pleiades. Matariki signals the start of the Māori new year and is a time of commemorating the passing of loved ones, making plans for the upcoming year, feastings, celebrating and giving thanks for the harvest.
 
In June and July, Ngāti Kahungunu Iwi Incorporated (NKII) celebrated Matariki. As the third-largest iwi in Aotearoa, Ngāti Kahungunu boasts its leadership in celebrating this event since 2002. Their commitment to cultural resilience is evident through the revival of Matariki.
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Ngāti Kahungunu Iwi Incorporated wishes you all a Happy New Year.
Mānawatia a Matariki!