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Matariki ki Whaingaroa

The Matariki public holiday is coming up on Friday, 28 Jun 2024, and locally in Raglan there are a number of great events planned for the long weekend.
Event Guide: Matariki of Endless Possibilities
Event Dates: June 28th – July 7th
Location: Raglan Old School Arts Centre

Celebrate Matariki, the Māori New Year, with a rich program of film, art, and kōrero that highlights the power of Indigenous knowledge.

Key Events and Highlights:

Film Screenings
“I am the River and the River is Me”: An award-winning story of the Whanganui river.
“Te Kūmara”: A documentary on traditional kūmara growing and storing, produced by Te Mauri Tau.
Short Films by taonga pūoro artist Komako-aroha Silver.

Art Exhibitions
Multi-medium exhibitions by local Māori artists and collectives.

Inspirational Talks

  • Angeline Greensill: Political and environmental rights campaigner, speaking on the Matariki public holiday.
  • Toreparu Wetland Restoration Project: Presentations by scientists and Ngati Whakamarurangi hapū representatives on their efforts to restore this crucial wetland.

Additional Information

  • Whakapapa and Reflection: Matariki reaffirms the interconnectedness of all living things and our relationship with the environment.
  • Community Engagement: Reflect, share kai, give thanks, and plan ahead for collective wellbeing.

Presented by: Raglan Naturally and the Whaingaroa Raglan Destination Management Organisation, with support from Waikato District Council Creative Communities Scheme, Department of Internal Affairs, and Matariki ki Waikato.

More Details and Bookings:

Full programme: www.raglanihub.nz
Film reservations: www.raglanartscentre.co.nz/filmsMatariki ki tua o ngā whetū
Matariki of endless possibilities.
Be educated, inspired, challenged and activated.
For the full Matariki ki Whaingaroa programme go to www.raglanihub.nz
To reserve a film/movie booking go to https://www.raglanartscentre.co.nz/films/