One of Aotearoa’s largest Matariki celebrations returns to Auckland

June 19, 2025
Watch the sun rise over Takaparawhau, Bastion Point, this Matariki for a special hautapu ceremony hosted by Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei on Friday. Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei will again be opening the doors to its papakāinga to host thousands of people embracing our uniquely indigenous public holiday.
Purple star representing Matariki Hunga Nui
One of Aotearoa’s largest Matariki celebrations returns to Auckland
Large grey star representing Matariki Ahunga Nui
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