PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Positive conversations': Negotiations needed to allow kilometres of Matariki beach fires to return60km of cyclone driftwood fires lit up the coast. Will it be a one-off or a tradition?10 May 12:00 AM
New Zealand'Magic light show': 160 drones to light up Rotorua Lakefront“It is a collaboration of story, light, sound and Matariki themes."08 May 10:32 PM
PoliticsMPs vote for big shake-up next Parliament, including boosting Govt scrutinyThe next Parliament will look a bit different.01 Sep 06:01 AM
KahuTamaki Makaurau Māori network aligns new awards to the stars of MatarikiTe Pae Herenga o Tamaki aligns new awards to Matariki.02 Aug 09:03 PM
New ZealandWomen’s waka ama coach shows mettle after Omāhu home damaged in cyclone"They inspire our wāhine."24 Jul 12:02 AM
New ZealandCommunity comes together at Matariki to honour road death victimsRoad safety advocates, community providers honour those who have died from road accidents.23 Jul 11:00 PM
KahuSeth Haapu: New album celebrates te ao Māori and its "wonderful, beautiful way of wellbeing"'The answers [to wellbeing] are actually in our culture'18 Jul 03:00 AM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Ferries and rail travel, Fifa tickets, tax and party slogansOpinion: Letters on Matariki and beach hoons, premium debate on if inflation is easing.17 Jul 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Could have killed people': Up to 50 people mob fleeing driver at Matariki crashA woman pushing a pram was among those who had a lucky escape.14 Jul 05:44 AM
New ZealandSowing the seeds of knowledge at Kiwi North's Matariki eventTamariki enjoyed some Matariki-themed activities on Friday.14 Jul 03:54 AM
EntertainmentEverything to watch this Matariki holidayFrom a very special broadcast to shows perfect for your tamariki, here's what's on.13 Jul 07:01 PM
KahuLights of Tāmaki Makaurau to burn bright for MatarikiFluoro-neon art celebrates Matariki in Elliott Street - an eat-street for 500 years.13 Jul 06:05 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleCould 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?13 Jul 06:00 PM
LifestyleMatariki 2023: Seven ways to celebrate this weekendAre shops open on Matariki?13 Jul 05:30 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Seeing Matariki through faraway eyesOpinion: Our editorial on the rise of the Pleiades star cluster.13 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesĀtaahua ngā whetū [the beautiful stars]: Business of MatarikiXero, Auckland Airport, Fonterra, ANZ, SkyCity, Air New Zealand, Wharekauhau - big plans13 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandThe Māori in Me podcast: What is ‘cultural embeddedness’?The Māori in Me explores how people can reconnect to their culture.13 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandBest regions for Matariki viewing, long weekend weather forecastThe best time to view Matariki is the early morning, just before dawn.13 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandMatariki in Rotorua: What's on this weekend to celebrate the Māori New YearChildren's activities, musicians and kapa haka will be at the Arts Village on Thursday.13 Jul 03:00 AM
New ZealandMatariki in the Bay: What's on this weekend to celebrate the Māori New YearAn early morning hīkoi to the top of Mauao is among several free events taking place.13 Jul 12:00 AM
New ZealandStrong wind watch for Hawke’s Bay for Matariki long weekendWinds could rise to gale force late on Thursday and into Friday.12 Jul 11:47 PM
KahuAroha and Ariki most popular baby names for 2022The top 20 Māori baby names have been released in time for Matariki.12 Jul 10:59 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand‘A calamity for Māori’: Hawke’s Bay councillor argues Matariki fires a public health hazardRegional council refuses to front on claims of fire-linked environmental and health risks.12 Jul 10:30 PM
New ZealandPāpāmoa waterway to light up again this MatarikiThe celebration on Friday will start at 5pm at Te Ara ō Wairākei reserve.12 Jul 10:00 PM
KahuMatariki a reminder of our collective strength as a nationNgāti Whātua Ōrākei welcomes all to Tamaki Makaurau for Matariki 2023.12 Jul 06:30 PM
New ZealandMatariki weather and traffic: Here’s what you need to knowFind out from the experts what the roads and skies will be like over the long weekend.12 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandMatariki 2023: How to celebrate this weekendOrganisers predicting a larger turnout than 2022 for some events.12 Jul 05:00 PM
LifestyleMatariki 2023: Seven ways to celebrate this weekendHere's what's on the long weekend, from food to festivals to family-friendly events.12 Jul 01:11 AM
New ZealandMatariki: The what, why and where to know for this FridayYour full guide to all things Matariki.11 Jul 06:59 PM
New ZealandA time to reflect: Matariki celebrations more than just a public holidayMatariki is celebrated over more than just one weekend for many Northlanders.11 Jul 05:00 PM
TravelGet a glimpse into the Matariki festivities planned by Māori tourism leadersAs Matariki rises, where will you be, who will you remember, and what will you celebrate?11 Jul 07:30 AM
New ZealandBeautiful sculptures, stories, lanterns and flames for Matariki weekendMatariki offers many events to light up the long weekend in Te Matau-a-Māui.11 Jul 04:11 AM
KahuHow to find Matariki in the night skyMatariki moves throughout the night as well as throughout the year, so using other constellations as markers is a great way to figure out which way to look.Watch11 Jul 02:17 AM
KahuMātauranga has potential to transform education, says academicMātauranga Māori a 'constantly evolving' system of knowledge.10 Jul 09:01 PM
