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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.'
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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 >>
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26-05-2025
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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.'
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20-05-2025
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Hāngī At The Grill To Mark Matariki
Press Release – SKYCITY Auckland SkyCity's The Grill will use an above ground hangi in its courtyard of its restaurant as part of a special, five course menu to celebrate the arrival of Matariki. On Wednesday 18 June, The Grill at Horizon by SkyCity transforms into the heart of Auckland's Matariki celebrations, with an unforgettable evening that blends storytelling, kai, and cultural immersion. The event's name, Te whāngai i ngā whetū, translates as 'feeding the stars', which is why hāngī is essential to the experience as it is the steam from the cook that is seen to give sustenance to the stars. Chefs Patrick Ikinofo and Kia Kanuta have created the dinner, drawing their inspiration from the Matariki star cluster. Each course is rooted in the whenua, gardens, rivers, forests, and oceans of Aotearoa, and honours the stars that Māori associate with the bounty of the natural world. The menu is a creative expression of the Matariki cluster, with each dish thoughtfully shaped by the stories carried by the stars, from the whenua to the moana, from the past to the promise of a new year. At 7pm sharp, the hāngī will be lifted by celebrated chefs Patrick Ikinofo and Kia Kanuta, marking a powerful moment of connection to Te Ao Māori. This unique event pays homage to our tūpuna through the ancient practice of hāngī, elevated, refined, and delivered with aroha. The evening's menu is a carefully curated tribute to the nine stars of Matariki, each dish designed to feed a celestial guardian. Chefs Patrick and Kia have partnered with Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei, tangata whenua of central Tāmaki, ensuring deep cultural integrity and storytelling is woven into every bite. 'It's tradition. It's education. It's generational knowledge on a plate.' Says Chef Patrick Ikinofo. Expect kai gathered from the Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei Pourewa Maara Kai (garden), ethically and sustainably sourced kaimoana, and a celebration of indigenous producers. Every element speaks to kaitiakitanga, manaakitanga, and the values that guide The Grill's evolving kaupapa. 'This isn't just a dinner,' says Chef Kanuta. 'It's a chance to pause and remember those who came before us. To give thanks for what we have and to look forward together.'
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20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scoop
Hāngī At The Grill To Mark Matariki
SkyCity's The Grill will use an above ground hangi in its courtyard of its restaurant as part of a special, five course menu to celebrate the arrival of Matariki. On Wednesday 18 June, The Grill at Horizon by SkyCity transforms into the heart of Auckland's Matariki celebrations, with an unforgettable evening that blends storytelling, kai, and cultural immersion. The event's name, Te whāngai i ngā whetū, translates as 'feeding the stars', which is why hāngī is essential to the experience as it is the steam from the cook that is seen to give sustenance to the stars. Chefs Patrick Ikinofo and Kia Kanuta have created the dinner, drawing their inspiration from the Matariki star cluster. Each course is rooted in the whenua, gardens, rivers, forests, and oceans of Aotearoa, and honours the stars that Māori associate with the bounty of the natural world. The menu is a creative expression of the Matariki cluster, with each dish thoughtfully shaped by the stories carried by the stars, from the whenua to the moana, from the past to the promise of a new year. At 7pm sharp, the hāngī will be lifted by celebrated chefs Patrick Ikinofo and Kia Kanuta, marking a powerful moment of connection to Te Ao Māori. This unique event pays homage to our tūpuna through the ancient practice of hāngī, elevated, refined, and delivered with aroha. The evening's menu is a carefully curated tribute to the nine stars of Matariki, each dish designed to feed a celestial guardian. Chefs Patrick and Kia have partnered with Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei, tangata whenua of central Tāmaki, ensuring deep cultural integrity and storytelling is woven into every bite. 'It's tradition. It's education. It's generational knowledge on a plate.' Says Chef Patrick Ikinofo. Expect kai gathered from the Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei Pourewa Maara Kai (garden), ethically and sustainably sourced kaimoana, and a celebration of indigenous producers. Every element speaks to kaitiakitanga, manaakitanga, and the values that guide The Grill's evolving kaupapa. 'This isn't just a dinner,' says Chef Kanuta. 'It's a chance to pause and remember those who came before us. To give thanks for what we have and to look forward together.'
