Matariki public holiday

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Celebrate Matariki: A Beginner's Guide to the New Zealand Festivities

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Discover the meaning of Matariki, how to find the iconic star cluster, and unique ways to celebrate this special time of year!

Matariki, the Māori New Year, has become a cherished public holiday in New Zealand, offering extra time for people to come together with loved ones. It symbolizes a chance to reflect, celebrate, and honor cultural traditions. The Te Kāhui o Matariki Public Holiday Bill has solidified Matariki as a vital part of the nation's identity, as expressed by Māori development minister Tama Potaka. Celebrations across the country are diverse, with some like RNZ presenter Kara Rickard choosing to be home in their ancestral land during this auspicious time. Non-Māori individuals are also encouraged to join in the festivities, highlighting the unity and inclusivity of Matariki. Employers are reminded of their responsibilities around wages during this holiday period, ensuring fair treatment for all workers. The essence of Matariki is beautifully captured by Māori heritage adviser Niki Partsch, who shares the rich history and significance behind the celebration, emphasizing the interconnectedness between people and the stars.

As New Zealanders embrace the Matariki public holiday, the spirit of sharing and food takes center stage with Matariki Heri Kai. This day serves as a time to honor those who have passed, bond with family and friends, and look ahead to the future with optimism. The tradition of Matariki Heri Kai embodies the values of community, remembrance, and preparation.

In conclusion, Matariki is more than just a holiday; it is a cultural symbol that unites people and traditions. Observing Matariki allows for a deeper connection to the land, the stars, and the shared heritage of Aotearoa, promoting inclusivity and harmony among all communities. So, this Matariki, let's come together, celebrate, and embrace the spirit of unity and goodwill.

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Matariki made easy: A beginner's guide to the celebrations (1 News)

What does Matariki mean? How do you find the iconic cluster of stars? And how can people celebrate this time of year?

Matariki: A chance to reflect and celebrate (NZ Labour Party)

Celebrating Matariki as a public holiday over the past two years has made sure everyone gets to spend some extra time with friends and family, ...

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Matariki holiday part of nationhood (waateanews.com)

Māori development minister Tama Potaka says the Matariki public holiday is now part of our nationhood. When Te Kāhui o Matariki Public Holiday Bill was ...

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Kara Rickard: 'Matariki is being home and being on our whenua' (RNZ)

There was only one place that an RNZ presenter wanted to be this Matariki: her hometown Whāingaroa Raglan.

'More to connect us than to divide us': How tauiwi are celebrating ... (The Spinoff)

There's no reason why non-Māori shouldn't celebrate, observe or acknowledge Matariki, the Māori new year. Here's what just a few tauiwi have planned.

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Employers reminded about pay rules ahead of Matariki (Human Resources Director)

Employers across New Zealand are being reminded of their obligations regarding wages ahead of the Matariki holiday this Friday.

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Celebration feeds the stars, us (Otago Daily Times)

Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga Kaitohutohu Whanake kaupapa Māori — Māori heritage adviser Niki Partsch (Mātaatua, Tainui, Te Arawa) shares the history of ...

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Matariki Heri Kai: Embracing the season of sharing and food (Gisborne Herald)

Tomorrow is our Matariki public holiday - a day to remember those who have passed, celebrate together and prepare for the future. “It is a time to remember ...

Hoping for change, co-existence (Otago Daily Times)

With the official Matariki public holiday today, Vincent Community Board deputy chairman Jayden Cromb (Waikato-Tainui), a sixth-generation Central Otago ...

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Ardijah stars of Matariki festival (Otago Daily Times)

New Zealand band Ardijah are set to showcase their "Poly Fonk" sounds at this year's Matariki Mackenzie festival in Takapō (Tekapo).

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Māori astronomer Professor Rangiānehu Mātāmua reflects on three ... (New Zealand Herald)

As we approach the third year of celebrating Matariki as a public holiday, reporter Myjanne Jensen talks with Māori astronomer Professor Rangiānehu Mātāmu.

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Matariki public holiday: What's open, what's not, and when you have ... (The Central App)

Matariki marks the Māori New Year and signals a time for people to gather, honour the dead, celebrate the present and make plans for the future.

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Most shops expected to open on Matariki, but it may pay to check ... (Stuff.co.nz)

Shops and hospitality businesses are hoping for a busy Matariki public holiday.

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Matariki: What's open, surcharges and your rights if you're made to ... (Stuff.co.nz)

What is open on Matariki public holiday? Kathryn George / Stuff. FAST FACTS. Matariki celebrates the Māori New Year but falls on a ...

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What to do in Northland this Matariki long weekend (New Zealand Herald)

Despite disappointment over some events missing out on funding this year, the third Matariki public holiday is set to deliver a number of exciting and...

Three deep: A review of the Matariki public holiday (The Spinoff)

After some initial awkwardness, Matariki has quickly become an integral part of our nation's cultural identity.

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Professor Rangi Matamua and the rising Matariki movement (Te Ao Māori News)

Professor Rangi Matamua is rightly chuffed when he points out that public recognition and celebration of Matariki and the maramataka continues to rise, ...

The Friday Poem: 'Matairangi Ka mua Ka muri' by Hana Buchanan (The Spinoff)

A new poem by Te Aro Pā poet Hana Buchanan.

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Matariki live updates: Aotearoa celebrates Māori New Year (RNZ)

Hubble has been in continuous orbit around the Earth for 34 years and it measured the cluster at about 440 light years away from us.

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Government stands by Matariki funding cuts (RNZ)

The government is confident a funding cut for Matariki will not hamper future celebrations, Treaty Negotiations Minister Paul Goldsmith says.

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'Incredibly powerful' celebration marks Matariki (Otago Daily Times)

The national Matariki hautapu ceremony took place at Treble Cone this morning, with Prime Minister Christopher Luxon among the guests. Hosted by Kāi Tahu and Te ...

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