Matariki ki Poneke 2019 - Wellington Sky Show

Matariki is the Māori name for the seven-star constellation that rises in the north-east before dawn in June. In Western astronomy, it is known as the Pleiades, and it forms the shoulder of Taurus the Bull.

Matariki marks the start of a new phase of life. It is a time of festivity for Māori, the tangata whenua, or first people of New Zealand.

Matariki is an important time in the Māori calendar and is associated with the start of the cold season when the pātaka kai (food storehouses) are full and the land is at its most unproductive.

What happens at Matariki:

Matariki is a celebration of people, language, spirituality and history. It is the time when people gather to share kai (food), rituals, entertainment, hospitality and knowledge.

Matariki in Wellington:

Celebrate the Māori New Year in Wellington with a spectacular display of fireworks over the Wellington Harbour. The fireworks will start at 6.30pm.

The city and waterfront will be very busy so use public transport/walk to get around and arrive early to secure your viewing spot!

https://www.weekendnotes.com/matariki-ki-poneke-wellington-sky-show/

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