Matariki is the Maori name for a group of seven stars called the Pleiades star cluster or the seven sisters. Matariki has always been an important time in the Maori calendar. The Maori New Year signal is a time for connecting with and giving thanks to the land,sea and sky. Matariki is all about getting involved so join the celebrations taking place.
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