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NZ Herald
4 days ago
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- NZ Herald
What to do in Auckland this weekend: Music, markets, dance and more
This weekend, Tāmaki Makaurau is awash with arts and cultural experiences intent on luring Aucklanders off their couches and out into their city. Two festivals are in full swing, the Pacific Dance Festival and the Matariki Festival, which begins its countdown to
Scoop
26-05-2025
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Matariki Festival At O Wairoa Marae
Press Release – TeTuhi Te Tuhi and O Wairoa Marae are thrilled to announce a Matariki Festival, taking place on Saturday 14 June 2025 at O Wairoa Marae in Howick. Matariki is signalled by the reappearance of the Matariki cluster of stars. It is a time to reflect remember and embrace new beginnings. Join us for a vibrant day full of creativity, discovery, and connection. From craft workshops and games to delicious kai, performances, and music, there's something for everyone. The Matariki Festival at O Wairoa Marae is a beautiful opportunity to explore Te Ao Māori and engage in shared moments of learning. Alongside the festival activities, the audience is invited to visit the exhibition Kotahitanga: Ō Wairoa Marae in the Tainui Garden of Memories, hosted by the Malcom Smith Gallery at UXBRIDGE. Festival Details Date: Saturday, 14 June 2025 Time: 10am – 3pm Location: O Wairoa Marae and UXBRIDGE Arts & Culture, 35 Uxbridge Road, Howick, Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland. Festival Highlights The day will commence with a public ceremony at 10am to officially launch the festival activities. Workshops and Demonstrations Visitors are invited to immerse themselves in various workshops and demonstrations including tītī tōrea (short stick game), mau rākau (weaponry using long sticks), raranga (weaving), poi making, and he ara uku (clay work). Cultural Performances Enjoy a range of performances in the Uxbridge Theatre, featuring Korean Dancers and kapa haka performances from local schools. International Activities The International Women's Association will be offering activities including origami, bean bag games, fried noddle tasting, a traditional Chinese tea ceremony, language corner, lantern making and much more. All-day BBQ Enjoy a free sausage sizzle and vegan hot pot, served throughout the day. Matariki Festival at O Wairoa Marae, 2024. Photo courtesy of Te Tuhi. Everyone is welcome for a free day of festivities, cultural enrichment, and community engagement as we celebrate Matariki and the spirit of togetherness. Kotahitanga: Ō Wairoa Marae in the Tainui Garden of Memories Emilia Maud Nixon and Torere Garden of-Memories, Howick, c. 1948. Photo courtesy of Ō Wairoa Marae Hosted by the Malcom Smith Gallery at UXBRIDGE until 21 June, this exhibition explores the history and purpose of Ō Wairoa Marae in the Tainui Garden of Memories is explored through kōrero, taonga and artefacts, all of which have remained onsite. When Emilia Maude Nixon arrived in Howick in 1925, she established the Tainui Garden of Memories in the spirit of Kotahitanga (unity), with the support of Ngāi Tai kaumātua, under the korowai of the Kiingitanga. In the past thirty years, the Tainui Garden of Memories has become Ō Wairoa Marae. The vision of Kotahitanga has remained since Emilia Maude Nixon, despite violent events and confrontation, because of the resilience and leadership of Whaea Taini Drummond who has been kaitiaki since 1983. The marae, garden and Emilia Maude Nixon's collection that sit within are a unique and cherished part of the community, a living taonga that amplifies togetherness and respect for all peoples – tuku aroha. As Kiingi Tūheitia reminded us, 'The wind in our sails is kotahitanga and with that, we will reach our destination.'
Scoop
26-05-2025
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Matariki Festival At O Wairoa Marae
The Matariki Festival at O Wairoa Marae is a beautiful opportunity to explore Te Ao Māori and engage in shared moments of learning. More >>
Scoop
26-05-2025
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- Scoop
Matariki Festival At O Wairoa Marae
Te Tuhi and O Wairoa Marae are thrilled to announce a Matariki Festival, taking place on Saturday 14 June 2025 at O Wairoa Marae in Howick. Matariki is signalled by the reappearance of the Matariki cluster of stars. It is a time to reflect remember and embrace new beginnings. Join us for a vibrant day full of creativity, discovery, and connection. From craft workshops and games to delicious kai, performances, and music, there's something for everyone. The Matariki Festival at O Wairoa Marae is a beautiful opportunity to explore Te Ao Māori and engage in shared moments of learning. Alongside the festival activities, the audience is invited to visit the exhibition Kotahitanga: Ō Wairoa Marae in the Tainui Garden of Memories, hosted by the Malcom Smith Gallery at UXBRIDGE. Festival Details Date: Saturday, 14 June 2025 Time: 10am - 3pm Location: O Wairoa Marae and UXBRIDGE Arts & Culture, 35 Uxbridge Road, Howick, Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland. Festival Highlights The day will commence with a public ceremony at 10am to officially launch the festival activities. Workshops and Demonstrations Visitors are invited to immerse themselves in various workshops and demonstrations including tītī tōrea (short stick game), mau rākau (weaponry using long sticks), raranga (weaving), poi making, and he ara uku (clay work). Cultural Performances Enjoy a range of performances in the Uxbridge Theatre, featuring Korean Dancers and kapa haka performances from local schools. International Activities The International Women's Association will be offering activities including origami, bean bag games, fried noddle tasting, a traditional Chinese tea ceremony, language corner, lantern making and much more. All-day BBQ Enjoy a free sausage sizzle and vegan hot pot, served throughout the day. Matariki Festival at O Wairoa Marae, 2024. Photo courtesy of Te Tuhi. Everyone is welcome for a free day of festivities, cultural enrichment, and community engagement as we celebrate Matariki and the spirit of togetherness. Kotahitanga: Ō Wairoa Marae in the Tainui Garden of Memories Emilia Maud Nixon and Torere Garden of-Memories, Howick, c. 1948. Photo courtesy of Ō Wairoa Marae Hosted by the Malcom Smith Gallery at UXBRIDGE until 21 June, this exhibition explores the history and purpose of Ō Wairoa Marae in the Tainui Garden of Memories is explored through kōrero, taonga and artefacts, all of which have remained onsite. When Emilia Maude Nixon arrived in Howick in 1925, she established the Tainui Garden of Memories in the spirit of Kotahitanga (unity), with the support of Ngāi Tai kaumātua, under the korowai of the Kiingitanga. In the past thirty years, the Tainui Garden of Memories has become Ō Wairoa Marae. The vision of Kotahitanga has remained since Emilia Maude Nixon, despite violent events and confrontation, because of the resilience and leadership of Whaea Taini Drummond who has been kaitiaki since 1983. The marae, garden and Emilia Maude Nixon's collection that sit within are a unique and cherished part of the community, a living taonga that amplifies togetherness and respect for all peoples – tuku aroha. As Kiingi Tūheitia reminded us, 'The wind in our sails is kotahitanga and with that, we will reach our destination.'
RNZ News
27-04-2025
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- RNZ News
Renowned lighting designer launches immersive experience
culture arts about 1 hour ago Renowned lighting designer Angus Muir is launching a new immersive experience in the heart of Tamaki Makaurau next week. He's worked locally and internationally on many recognised installations including Sydney's Vivid, LUMA in Queenstown, Matariki Festival; wowing audiences around the world. Now with Darklight, he's collaborating with different artists, it's the first time Muir is setting his own brief. In the interactive walk-through, divided into three sections, audiences will be surrounded by audio and visual elements. It's a culmination of his experiences from the past decade. Darklight runs from the 2nd to the 4th of May at Brad's Warehouse on Durham Lane in Tamaki Makaurau, Auckland CBD.
