Matariki History Webinars & Talks
To register for a Matariki history webinar, visit the official websites of New Zealand’s leading cultural institutions such as Te […]
Best Children’s Books about Puanga & Puaka
Puanga books for children are specialized literary resources designed to educate young readers about the star Rigel (Puanga) and its
Matariki in Pre-European History
Matariki history before colonization centers on the indigenous Māori understanding of the Pleiades star cluster, which marked the Lunar New
Puanga Teaching Resources & Lesson Plans
Puanga lesson plans NZ provide essential educational frameworks for celebrating the Māori New Year in regions where the star Rigel
Academic & Cultural Texts on Matariki
Matariki history books are authoritative literary resources that explore the origins, astronomical significance, and cultural traditions of the Māori New
Matariki Books for Children
Matariki children’s books are vital educational tools that introduce young readers to the Māori New Year through engaging storytelling, indigenous
The Story of Tāwhirimātea
The story of Tāwhirimātea and Matariki originates from the Māori creation narrative. Tāwhirimātea, the Atua (God) of wind and storms,
Puanga as the Harbinger of Winter
What is the Puanga Winter Star? Puanga is the Māori name for Rigel, the brightest star in the Orion constellation.
The Meaning of Puaka: Abundance & Harvest
The meaning of Puaka centers on the arrival of the Māori New Year, specifically within the traditions of Southern Māori
Hautapu Ceremonies: Feeding the Stars
A Hautapu ceremony is a sacred Māori ritual performed during the Māori New Year, marked by the rise of Matariki