What's on this Matariki?
Matariki is te reo Māori name for a cluster of stars also called Pleiades
AdvertisementAdvertise with NZME.
Latest from Bay of Plenty Times
Major Matariki tradition explained, how to celebrate at home
An umu kohukohu whetū isn't the only way to celebrate, it's as simple as being at home.
'You can feel the aroha': Rotorua Matariki ceremony draws hundreds
Grief was shared and reflections made on the first official Matariki public holiday.
Bethlehem College chair Paul Shakes on religion, rights and mutual respect
OPINION: Bethlehem College's Christian beliefs include loving and caring for everyone.
Photographer shares Matariki night sky video
Taupō photographer stays up all night to film the stars and the wonders of nature.
Why following the Māori lunar calendar is better than a four-day week - businesses
Businesses say the maramataka mindset has health and work-life balance benefits.
Can my employer fire me if I am unvaccinated?
Frontline Law solicitor Julie Schmidt gives some advice.
Winter Festival: Local musicians called up for Bubbles & Pop
Bubbles & Pop presented by Le Pine & Co will feature bubbly beverages and live music.
'Matariki is ours' - Why our newest public holiday is important for all Kiwis
A celestial navigator on Matariki, family, and how to spot the constellation
Rotorua rest home implements 'groundbreaking' Māori aged care strategy
Rotorua's Cantabria Lifecare and Village say they will be the first in New Zealand to pioneer a kaupapa Māori strategy in aged care that launched this week.
'Significant pressure': Longer than usual wait times at Rotorua and Taupō EDs
Longer than usual wait times are expected.
Live: 12 Covid deaths, 5285 new community cases as Kiwis urged to get flu jab
The number of daily cases has dropped by almost 1000 compared with a week ago.
National Volunteer Week: Hearts of gold in Taupō
National volunteer week celebrates the country's unsung heroes.
Letters: Council funding better spent elsewhere, not on a new plaza
Our readers have their say on council's vision for the city centre and unregistered cars.
Ngongotahā landslip still blocking, cause unknown
There is still traffic management in place on State Highway 5.
Gyrocopter crash reported to Civil Aviation Authority
Emergency services were called to the crash at 10.40am on Wednesday.
Powerball riches! Lotto winner scoops $12 million
Wednesday night's winner is the ninth Powerball multi-millionaire of 2022.
Teens excited to represent country in basketball
Hana Lacey-Rameka and Carly Ohia were made the U17 Women's National Basketball Team.
The force was with competitors as they wielded lightsabers
The Rotorua branch of New Zealand Lightsaber Guild hosted a tournament in Rotorua.
Paul Hickey: Matariki celebration, caffeine and shopping, local events
Paul Hickey discusses Matariki celebrations, caffeine and shopping, and local events.
Light up Redwoods at Matariki Ride the Night
The annual Matariki Ride the Night is at the Redwoods on July 1.
Closing and opening chapters with Eastern Fish & Game
Closing and opening chapters with Eastern Fish & Game for Andy and Arash.
Life of Kiwi icon Jean Batten captured in art collection
Retired pilot, now artist, Jon Marett showcases life and accomplishments of Jean Batten.
Rotorua athletes achieve great results at Oceanias
Rotorua's Lisa Adams and Hannah Gapes achieved great results at Oceania Area Champs.
'What did you say?': Store can't believe they sold $12m Lotto ticket
The prize was made up of Powerball First Division and Lotto First Division.
Zizi Sparks: Councils should consult openly and often
Opinion: Bring communities along on the journey to give them ownership.
The end of MIQ in Rotorua: Sudima, Ibis, Arawa Park Hotels to reopen next week
MIQ hotels in Rotorua have hosted more than 17,000 quarantined returnees over two years.
Rotorua reserves sell off: Hearings to be held, submission period extended
People will also have an opportunity to speak to their submissions.
Why three homeless motels in Rotorua aren't being forced to be compliant
Three homeless motels are not yet being asked to comply with rules - yet.
Kane and Dane's Nan: Joan's twin incentive to cheer on Black Caps
Former Taupō mayor Joan Williamson now has two grandsons in the NZ cricket side.
Matariki in Taupō: A time for reflection and renewal
Snow Rameka (Ngāti Tūwharetoa) explains the significance of NZ's newest public holiday
New CT scanner to support equity of outcomes
A second scanner means southern Lakes communities can have theirs' done at Taupō Hospital.
Taupō Quiltmakers exhibition to celebrate Matariki
The exhibition is open from Friday to Sunday.