Matariki time for reflection, celebration — and kai
Logan Park High School student Nalia Holmes-Haweturi, 13, enjoys a meal from an above-ground kai cooker at the Otago Polytechnic.
The hangi was a part of the polytechnic's Matariki week celebrations.
Māori learner success director Tumuaki Whakaruruhau Rebecca Swindells said it was a great way for students, staff and the community to get a taste of traditional kai and be part of the shared experience that Matariki brings.
PHOTO: PETER MCINTOSH
"Matariki is a really special time for us to connect, reflect, and celebrate together," she said.
Students from Logan Park performed at the polytechnic during the hangi.
Other creative activities at the polytechnic this week included mahi toi (arts) projects and weaving tukutuku panels and daily reflection through Matariki huka nui (remembering and honouring those who have died).
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Matariki time for reflection, celebration — and kai
Logan Park High School student Nalia Holmes-Haweturi, 13, enjoys a meal from an above-ground kai cooker at the Otago Polytechnic. The hangi was a part of the polytechnic's Matariki week celebrations. Māori learner success director Tumuaki Whakaruruhau Rebecca Swindells said it was a great way for students, staff and the community to get a taste of traditional kai and be part of the shared experience that Matariki brings. PHOTO: PETER MCINTOSH "Matariki is a really special time for us to connect, reflect, and celebrate together," she said. Students from Logan Park performed at the polytechnic during the hangi. Other creative activities at the polytechnic this week included mahi toi (arts) projects and weaving tukutuku panels and daily reflection through Matariki huka nui (remembering and honouring those who have died).
