Matariki hunga nui. Matariki brings people together. Matariki is not only the name of the cluster, but also a star recognised as the mother of the group. The largest star, Matariki bonds us together, signifying a time to reflect on our health and wellbeing and nurture connections with family and friends.

Matariki has always been a celebration of abundance, of remembrance, unity and hope for the future, it's an opportunity for us all to consider what Matariki can mean to us, when we know more about it.

This podcast explains the history of Matariki and the reflects on the individual stars in the cluster so you can consider what it might mean to you.

Matariki is a time to give thought to what we have gathered in the last year, remember those we've lost, and set plans for the future. A time to be together, unified in a celebration that is unique to Aotearoa.

Ngā mihi o te tau hou Māori – The best of wishes for the Māori new year.