Matariki

This free community event honours loved ones who have passed since the last rising of Matariki star cluster, signaling the Māori New Year. Whānau are welcome to send pictures of […]

Join a guided night walk and discover the plants and animals that come alive after dark. Learn how Tiakina Whangārei and the Parihaka Community Landcare Group support local ecosystems. You […]

Matariki is a powerful celebration grounded in the astronomical knowledge of our tūpuna, who looked to the dawn sky to mark the turning of the seasons and prepare for winter. […]

A space for the mana of wāhine to come alive through whakapapa, storytelling and lived experiences. Meet Janet Hetaraka, Dr Maia Hetaraka, Aorangi Hetaraka, Kahikatea and Kōkōwai – an extraordinary […]

Are Germans made of beer and pretzels? Do all Brazilians love to dance and feast at midnight? Does every Indian speak Hindi and a regional language? Curious? Step into the […]

Join a guided night walk and discover the plants and animals that come alive after dark. Learn how Tiakina Whangārei and the Parihaka Community Landcare Group support local ecosystems. You […]

Raranga with Chrissy Anderson Event date: Saturday, 27 June 2026 | 10:00 AM to 02:00 PM This two-day wānanga, led by local kairaranga Chrissy Anderson, will provide the participants with technical […]

Free Māori Sign Language course with local tutor Matua Eddie Hokianga (Ngāti Kahungunu, Ngāpuhi, Ngāti Porou). Weekly sessions over five consecutive weeks for beginners to build communication skills and connection. Open […]

This rōpū meets every Tuesday in Te Puawānanga at the Whangārei Central Library. To celebrate Puanga Matariki, members will present a special exhibition featuring one of their woven works. Accessibility […]

Join us for some quiet, cosy crafting as we hand stitch together, and create a communal banner for the Whangārei Central Library honouring the whetū (stars) of Puanga Matariki. Accessibility […]

Come through to Te Wānanga o Aotearoa and experience what our key speakers have learned throughout their te reo journey. Listen to their knowledge and perspective on the Māori worldview. […]

Join Wiremu Sarich (Te Rarawa, Ngāpuhi, Tainui) for a day of interactive storytelling celebrating Puanganui o te Rangi and Matariki. Through pūrākau, taonga pūoro, and playful activities using natural resources, […]

Trilogy III builds on the momentum of the previous two exhibitions, extending their narratives into the community. With the support of valued collaborators, Whangārei Museum is removing barriers to access […]

In honour of Matariki, the Hundertwasser Art Centre invites our community to come together in a spirit of remembrance, renewal, and care for the environment. From 9:30am on Monday 6 […]

Free Māori Sign Language course with local tutor Matua Eddie Hokianga (Ngāti Kahungunu, Ngāpuhi, Ngāti Porou). Weekly sessions over five consecutive weeks for beginners to build communication skills and connection. Open […]

Join us for this free community dawn gathering under the stars. The service will include waiata, karakia, and a ceremony of remembrance to honour those who have passed and reflect […]

Free Māori Sign Language course with local tutor Matua Eddie Hokianga (Ngāti Kahungunu, Ngāpuhi, Ngāti Porou). Weekly sessions over five consecutive weeks for beginners to build communication skills and connection. Open […]

As part of the Puanga Matariki Festival, join us for an inspiring presentation exploring pathways into horticulture. Discover how you can begin your journey locally with Te Matarau Education (Level […]