Colouring Competition | Puanga Matariki Festival
Celebrate the Māori New Year with a month-long programme of creativity, culture, and community at the Town Basin. From 15 June to 17 July 2026, join us in honouring the […]
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Reyburn House 17 Reyburn House Lan, Whangārei, Northland, New Zealand
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Puanga on a Plate | Puanga Matariki Festival
Puanga on a Plate is a vibrant food festival celebrating Puanga Matariki with a delicious twist. Local eateries showcase their creativity by crafting dishes that resonate with the Puanga Matariki […]
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Whakamānawa | Puanga Matariki Festival
Whangārei Central Library 5 Rust Avenue, Whangārei, Northland, New ZealandLighting up Lover's Lane every night of the festival! Discover the Puanga Matariki constellation of whetū, created by the community and projected onto the exterior wall of the Whangārei Central […]
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Discover the Celestial Story of Matariki | Puanga Matariki Festival
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. […]
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Community Art and Culture Wānanga – Fun Activities for Whānau | Puanga Matariki Festival
Honouring the past, celebrating the present, looking to the future. Join us at Reyburn House Art Studio for a creative and welcoming Puanga Matariki experience. This community-led wānanga invites you […]
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Constellation Banner Workshops | Puanga Matariki Festival
Whangārei Central Library 5 Rust Avenue, Whangārei, Northland, New ZealandJoin 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 […]
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Kōrero Kōtuitui | Puanga Matariki Festival
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. […]
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Puke Kopipi Winter Planting for Matariki | Puanga Matariki Festival
Join us in the easy-access lower Golf Zone for the annual Puke Kopipi winter planting event for Matariki, and help support the regeneration of this special place. We'll be planting […]
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Pūrakau and Taakaro with Wiremu Sarich | Puanga Matariki Festival
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, […]
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Matariki Trilogy III: From the Museum to the People | Puanga Matariki Festival
Hihiaua Cultural Centre 56-58 Herekino Street, Whangārei, New ZealandTrilogy 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 […]
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Celebrate Matariki with Us – Free Native Seedling Giveaway | Puanga Matariki Festival
Hundertwasser Art Centre 81 Dent Street, Whangarei, New ZealandIn 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 […]
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Māori Ringa Tohu Reo | Puanga Matariki Festival
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 […]
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Echoes and Embers Opera North | Puanga Matariki Festival
Forum NorthTake a break from winter with this sumptuous event! Opera North's annual 'not opera' concert! Expect outstanding local singers, shared table platters and fine wine with a musical programme that […]
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Te Puangarua – Matariki Dawn Ceremony | Puanga Matariki Festival
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 […]
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Community Art and Culture Wānanga – Fun Activities for Whānau | Puanga Matariki Festival
Honouring the past, celebrating the present, looking to the future. Join us at Reyburn House Art Studio for a creative and welcoming Puanga Matariki experience. This community-led wānanga invites you […]
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Wairau Māori Art Gallery Open Day | Puanga Matariki Festival
Wairau Māori Art Gallery 2 Quayside, Town Basin, Whangārei, Northland, New ZealandJoin us for a special Open Day at the Wairau Māori Art Gallery inside the Hundertwasser Art Centre with Wairau Māori Art Gallery from 10:00am to 3:00pm. Experience the exhibition […]
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Light Up Hikurangi | Puanga Matariki Festival
The people of Hikurangi will be lighting up our Village and hosting an epic Matariki Festival! With lots of kaihaukai (feasting), indoor and outdoor markets, live performances, art displays, free […]
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Making Manu (Kite-making) | Puanga Matariki Festival
Participants will be guided to create kites from natural resources. This hands-on workshop celebrates a time-honored practice, transforming native materials into soaring creations that connect Papa and Rangi through flight. […]
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Māori Ringa Tohu Reo | Puanga Matariki Festival
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 […]
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Matariki and Education – Planting a Seed for a Better Future | Puanga Matariki Festival
Reyburn House 17 Reyburn House Lan, Whangārei, Northland, New ZealandAs 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 […]
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