KahuIwi gift a name to Wellington's oldest tree as part of Matariki celebrationsThe name will be officially gifted to the tree with a plaque unveiling on Tuesday.05 Jul 12:29 AM
Kahu'Always a Friday': Matariki public holidays for next 30 years revealed"Mātauranga Māori has been at the heart of decision making on the new public holiday."01 Jul 05:00 PM
TravelGalactic Kiwi spotted surfing the Te Paki sand dunesHave you seen the Galactic Kiwi?29 Jun 02:08 AM
New ZealandLighting festival to celebrate Matariki kicks off in ChristchurchIt will run until July 10, between 6pm to 11pm every night,25 Jun 01:19 AM
TravelNew Zealand's forgotten public holidaysNew Zealand prepares to celebrate its first new holiday for 49 years.24 Jun 08:24 PM
TravelPlaces to feast on our unique new national food celebrationGet ready for Feast Matariki, NZ's first national food festival.13 Jun 12:00 AM
KahuMatariki Magic: Fun for all in celebrationThere is a range of events on throughout Tauranga to enjoy and celebrate this Matariki.07 Jun 08:00 PM
KahuFireworks to cap off Wellington's Matariki celebrationsWellington City Council has released the plans for Matariki this year.04 Jun 01:08 AM
KahuAuckland iwi announced as this year's host for Matariki FestivalThe festival is set to be a great lead-in before Matariki becomes a national holiday.03 Jun 09:00 AM
TravelHazy shades of winter - festivals around AotearoaFrom Matariki to mulled wine, check out NZ's festivals to keep the winter party going.26 May 03:52 AM
KahuChristchurch to be lit up for MatarikiZones within the central city and New Brighton will be lit up from June 25.28 Apr 01:55 AM
KahuWhat is Matariki? Dr Rangi Matamua shares what to expect for celebrations to comeReflection and gratitude, a look into the significance behind Matariki.04 Feb 02:07 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionLetters: Cancer treatment, tax cuts and German sailorsLetters on cancer treatment and Pharmac; tax cuts, Matariki and more.27 Sep 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Matariki holiday popular - but is it good for business?Businesses are struggling under the weight of new legislation so another holiday is tough.09 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandAuckland's cluster grows slightly as MPs hit the road for 'Covid election'There were four new cases of Covid-19 in New Zealand announced yesterday.07 Sep 05:00 PM
KahuMatariki holiday could cost $200 million a year - but likely to be popularMatariki holiday will cost $200m a year, but two-thirds of Kiwis support it.07 Sep 07:43 AM
KahuWatch: The Front Bench - will Matariki holiday sway your vote?Watch live: The Front Bench panellists unpack Labour's Matariki holiday policy.07 Sep 04:00 AM
TravelAll Black Israel Dagg to host star-studded Matariki broadcastNew Zealand astronomers and sports stars are inviting Kiwis to see in the new year.15 Jul 06:23 PM
PremiumPremiumTravelMatariki: Your guide to the New Year starsSeven great spots around New Zealand to see Matariki20 Jun 06:00 PM
New ZealandYour weather: Sun shines for clear, crisp, winter's day in AucklandSub-zero temperatures were felt last night in Mt Cook, Christchurch and Rotorua.29 Jun 06:44 PM
KahuMāori making a difference rewarded at Matariki Awards"It's promising to see the calibre of tangata whenua making strides in their fields."29 Jun 05:00 PM
KahuAuckland's Matariki Festival tells the stories of Waikato-TainuiA spectacular light display on the Harbour Bridge tells the story of those first arrivals.20 Jun 03:15 AM
KahuGlow show celebrates Matariki and Māori myth and legendThe glow show is a Matariki celebration sure to delight young audiences.02 Jun 06:21 AM
KahuStory of the herald of Matariki is finally in printKirsty Bennett has published a book for children about the star Puanga.20 May 04:19 AM
New ZealandMatariki Festival turns on waterfront light fantasticIlluminated bikes, scooters and wheelchairs lit up Silo Park in Auckland's Wynyard Quarter21 Jul 05:00 PM
KahuAll Blacks haka writer wins top awardPrevious Matariki Award winners include Taika Waititi and Cliff Curtis.14 Jul 05:00 PM
EntertainmentStanding out from the crowdBay of Plenty artist Graham Hoete talks to Sarah Pollok about what inspires him.13 Jul 05:00 PM
EntertainmentTheatre reviews: two for Matariki at the Basement TheatreThe Basement Theatre celebrates Matariki with two very different plays worth seeing.04 Jul 02:00 AM
KahuWatch: Auckland Harbour Bridge lights up for MatarikiLight displays will take place every Friday and Saturday for the next three weeks.01 Jul 06:00 AM
KahuYou might also like some Maori literatureWhile you're getting into the groove you might also like some Māori literature.22 Jun 05:00 PM
KahuMP reads te reo books to children as part of library's Puanga celebrationsFormer All Black and Whanganui police officer Glen Osborne is booked for the next reading.20 Jun 04:00 AM
KahuPoi E! Learn how to make glow-in-the-dark poi for MatarikiPoi maker wants to express Māori culture and bring the community together.18 Jun 04:22 PM
OpinionBrian RudmanBrian Rudman: Matariki perfectly at home in NZCOMMENT: Imported events nowhere near as relevant to us .12 Jun 05:00 PM
KahuRia Hall key part of inaugural Matariki Allstars concertEvent organiser Sam Hema had Ria Hall in mind when he came up with the concert concept.30 May 09:06 PM
