New ZealandGreen light for fires on Napier beaches after council quietly revokes bylawIt's open season for some winter marshmallow toasting.11 Jul 06:00 PM
New Zealand'Watching over us': Pou whenua unveiling start of Rangatira Marae's path forward for rebuildThe pou is dedicated to Wi Haronga and serves as a guardian for the project.24 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandWatch: Aerial footage captures 'mesmerising' Matariki drone showThe show used drones, lights and sound to tell Matariki stories at the Rotorua Lakefront.22 Jun 11:00 PM
LifestyleWhat to do in Auckland this weekend: Matariki, midwinter magic and must-see showsPerformances, cultural celebration and a whole lot of lights.13 Jun 05:00 PM
Travel newsThis week's five best travel deals all around the worldHop on an expedition, ski, drink wine, and more with these deals.26 May 05:00 PM
KahuHow water shapes the 2025 Matariki Festival in AucklandA central programme, Matariki ki te Manawa, features exhibitions and performances.20 May 02:06 AM
Travel newsFrom city to the skies: 5 new things in travel for your next tripSpecial journeys and experiences to spend your travel funds on.17 May 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Govt policy won't stop our kids embracing te reo MāoriOPINION: Scrapping funding for Māori teacher training won't stop the revitalisation.02 Oct 04:00 PM
KahuEsoteric Revelation is an exhibition for the starsWāhine Māori artists showcase creativity for Matariki exhibition.14 Jul 07:50 PM
New ZealandMatariki bonfires light up Hawke’s Bay as far as the eye can seeReporter Taromi is in Napier, where families from all over have turned out for the brand new Matariki tradition of gathering together and lighting bonfires on the beach.Watch03 Jul 05:00 PM
KahuDamon Salesa: Matariki is also a time for educationOPINION: As educationalists, for Matariki, we turn to metaphors of travel.02 Jul 08:58 PM
New ZealandCoromandel Matariki event received 'overwhelming' responseMatariki Whangamatā set to be back bigger and better next year.01 Jul 05:53 AM
KahuWatch: Japanese children haka for Māori All Blacks'Made me pukana through the screen!'30 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandNorthland businesses cautiously optimistic after busy Matariki weekendThis weekend was the first after the opening - so how did Northland fare?30 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand'About sharing the warmth': Thousands turn out for Matariki events in Hawke's BayOrganisers were pleased the rain held off for the feature events after a week of floods.30 Jun 02:29 AM
New Zealand'Living concept': Māori lunar calendar users share how they embrace ancient knowledge'It’s about the cycle as a whole.'29 Jun 05:01 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionLiam DannLiam Dann: Don't let this tough economic cycle dim our national prideOpinion: We're not Switzerland or Ireland and we shouldn't try to be, says Liam Dann.29 Jun 05:00 PM
RoyalsKing Charles shares heartfelt Matariki message after dropping NZ tripThe King's open letter is written in te reo Māori and English.29 Jun 01:01 AM
New Zealand'It’s important for our mental health in the cold': Matariki fun warms heartsFriday's events included Whangārei's Light and Lantern Parade, and Waipu on Ice.28 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandBroadcaster reveals heartbreaking terminal illness at Matariki'I am unfortunately dying,' Joanna Paul-Robie revealed at a Matariki ceremony.27 Jun 10:17 PM
New ZealandMatariki drone show held over Rotorua lakefrontThursday night’s Matariki drone show was an emotional experience for some of the thousands who huddled under the glow at the edge of Lake Rotorua. Video / SuppliedWatch27 Jun 09:48 PM
New ZealandFrom Pōkeno to Kopu, Waikato events promise Matariki magicEvents and activities seek to preserve old and new traditions in the community.27 Jun 06:48 PM
New ZealandFree bus rides on offer to Hamilton Matariki eventThis year’s theme is ‘Matariki heri kai’, meaning 'Matariki. the bringer of food’.27 Jun 06:35 PM
LifestyleMatariki: How to spend your long weekend in the cityLights, ice skating, comedy - bring in the Māori New Year with our long weekend guide.27 Jun 05:14 AM
New ZealandHeartfelt creation tells Matariki storyA Whanganui emporium offers a wealth of materials for museum educators.27 Jun 03:15 AM
New ZealandHawke's Bay's main Matariki events to continue despite wild weather amid lead-upSome of Hawke's Bay's most anticipated Matariki events are set to go ahead.26 Jun 11:27 PM
