Preparations are well underway for Hautapu ceremonies

June 20, 2023
Preparations are well underway for a Matariki hautapu ceremony to be held on the 14th July on Ngongotaha in Rotorua.
Purple star representing Matariki Hunga Nui
Preparations are well underway for Hautapu ceremonies
Large grey star representing Matariki Ahunga Nui

This ceremony will be broadcast live to the nation and include footage from other Matariki ceremonies from across the country including Hokianga, Ruapehu and Porirua.

In order to support various communities across the nation to celebrate Matariki, Professor Sir Pou Tēmara and Professor Rangi Matamua have been very active in engaging with groups and individuals, supporting the increasing number of hautapu ceremonies.  

The following is a list of some of the Matariki events, celebrations and ceremonies that will be taking place across the country:

https://www.matariki.com/events

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