Matariki Whānau Day
Presented by: Te Ao Mārama – Tauranga Library
E tū Ururangi – behold the winds of life, carrying the promise and vitality of Tāwhiri-rangi.
Celebrate the rising of Matariki with a vibrant day of connection, creativity, and remembrance at Te Ao Mārama – Tauranga Library.
Bring your whānau along for a day filled with hands-on activities and rich cultural experiences. Try your hand at rāranga (weaving), create your own contemporary mini tukutuku panel, shape a clay taonga, join our history hunt, and learn the basics of poi. Enjoy the beautiful sounds of taonga pūoro and uplifting waiata shared throughout the day.
There’s something for everyone, come together to celebrate Matariki, share stories, and embrace the spirit of Ururangi – everyone is welcome to this free event. Nau mai, haere mai!
10.30am – 12.00pm Clay Taonga
10.30am – 12.30pm Raranga Sandie Hine
12.00pm – 1.00pm Waiata Hau with Jeremy Hantler
12.00pm – 3.00pm Pae Korokī History Hunt
1.00pm – 2.00pm Taonga Pūoro with Jo’el Komene
1.30pm – 2.30pm Poi
1.30pm – 3.00pm Mini Tukutuku Panels
