Matariki

Everyday this week we are posting ways to find out more about Matariki

Here are some examples:

Matariki: The Maori New Year - Find the answers to these:

1. In Maori what does Matariki mean?

2. What are some of the explanations given for the origins of the cluster of stars associated with the Maori New Year?

3. In traditional times what did Maori acknowledge with the arrival of Matariki?

4. How did Matariki affect Maori farming?

5. What role do kites (pakau) play in Maori celebrations of Matariki?