The inaugural Matariki ki Ahipara festival was held on June 24-26, hosting a range of activities including a special Hīkoi Hītori to the summit of Whangatauatia maunga (mountain) with Matua John Paitai, as well as an art exhibition featuring local artists at the Ahipara Golf Club, a mid-winter ocean swim, traditional Māori games at Roma Marae, sand art at Ahipara Beach, outdoor entertainment and native tree planting at Kororā St Park and more.
