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Auckland's Matariki festival: More than 90 whānau-filled events
What's on in Tāmaki Makaurau for Matariki.
'Positive conversations': Negotiations needed to allow kilometres of Matariki beach fires to return
60km of cyclone driftwood fires lit up the coast. Will it be a one-off or a tradition?
Letters: Ferries and rail travel, Fifa tickets, tax and party slogans
Opinion: Letters on Matariki and beach hoons, premium debate on if inflation is easing.
'Could have killed people': Up to 50 people mob fleeing driver at Matariki crash
A woman pushing a pram was among those who had a lucky escape.
Sowing the seeds of knowledge at Kiwi North's Matariki event
Tamariki enjoyed some Matariki-themed activities on Friday.
Everything to watch this Matariki holiday
From a very special broadcast to shows perfect for your tamariki, here's what's on.
Lights of Tāmaki Makaurau to burn bright for Matariki
Fluoro-neon art celebrates Matariki in Elliott Street - an eat-street for 500 years.
Could Mary Nielsen’s Æbleskivepande inspire new recipes for Matariki kai?
Might the memory of Mary’s morsels roll out a range of mid-winter balls?
The Māori in Me podcast: What is ‘cultural embeddedness’?
The Māori in Me explores how people can reconnect to their culture.
Best regions for Matariki viewing, long weekend weather forecast
The best time to view Matariki is the early morning, just before dawn.
Editorial: Seeing Matariki through faraway eyes
Opinion: Our editorial on the rise of the Pleiades star cluster.
Ātaahua ngā whetū [the beautiful stars]: Business of Matariki
Xero, Auckland Airport, Fonterra, ANZ, SkyCity, Air New Zealand, Wharekauhau - big plans
Matariki in Rotorua: What's on this weekend to celebrate the Māori New Year
Children's activities, musicians and kapa haka will be at the Arts Village on Thursday.
Matariki in the Bay: What's on this weekend to celebrate the Māori New Year
An early morning hīkoi to the top of Mauao is among several free events taking place.
Strong wind watch for Hawke’s Bay for Matariki long weekend
Winds could rise to gale force late on Thursday and into Friday.
Aroha and Ariki most popular baby names for 2022
The top 20 Māori baby names have been released in time for Matariki.
‘A calamity for Māori’: Hawke’s Bay councillor argues Matariki fires a public health hazard
Regional council refuses to front on claims of fire-linked environmental and health risks.
Pāpāmoa waterway to light up again this Matariki
The celebration on Friday will start at 5pm at Te Ara ō Wairākei reserve.
Matariki a reminder of our collective strength as a nation
Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei welcomes all to Tamaki Makaurau for Matariki 2023.
Matariki weather and traffic: Here’s what you need to know
Find out from the experts what the roads and skies will be like over the long weekend.
Matariki 2023: How to celebrate this weekend
Organisers predicting a larger turnout than 2022 for some events.
Matariki 2023: Seven ways to celebrate this weekend
Here's what's on the long weekend, from food to festivals to family-friendly events.
Matariki: The what, why and where to know for this Friday
Your full guide to all things Matariki.
A time to reflect: Matariki celebrations more than just a public holiday
Matariki is celebrated over more than just one weekend for many Northlanders.
Get a glimpse into the Matariki festivities planned by Māori tourism leaders
As Matariki rises, where will you be, who will you remember, and what will you celebrate?
Beautiful sculptures, stories, lanterns and flames for Matariki weekend
Matariki offers many events to light up the long weekend in Te Matau-a-Māui.