Nau mai, haere mai ki O Wairoa Marae | Matariki hunga nui
Celebrate Matariki, the Māori new year, with a day of festivities at O Wairoa Marae. During the Matariki festivities, people gather together to celebrate the passing of the year and the hope of a new season.
From crafty workshops and delicious foods, to performances and music: there is something for everyone. Uncover the beauty of Te Ao Māori through creativity, discovery, performance and adventure. Everyone is welcome to participate, either actively or as part of the audience.
Festival Schedule (all activities 10.30-3pm unless otherwise indicated)
→ 10am Festival opening ceremony.
→ All day free BBQ and performances with Jimmy Ruka.
→ Te Wharenui o Matariki
Tamariki Games | tītītōrea - stick game (10.30-11am; 11.30am-12pm; 12.30-1pm) | mau rākau - martial arts (11-11.30am; 12-12.30pm; 1.30-2pm).
→ Te Whare Ora
Raranga (weaving) | poi making and demonstrations (11am-3pm) | star making | karetao/puppet making | manu aute - kite making (11am-12.30pm).
→ Te Whare Taonga
Pūrākau, learn about O Wairoa Marae.
→ Ngāhere - bush
Explore the area and listen to the sounds of the Ngāhere.
→ Uxbridge Hall
Floral artistry demonstration | Try on traditional Chinese clothing | He ara uku - clay making | Matariki charm making.
→ Uxbridge Green Room
Dumpling tasting | Language corner | Fortune paper cutting workshop | Bean bag games | Lantern making | Traditional Chinese tea ceremony | Chinese Calligraphy.
→ Uxbridge Theatre - Performances
Wakaaranga Kapa Haka 10.30am | Zhou siblings wushu team 11am | Macleans Kapa Haka 11.30am | Cockle Bay Kapa Haka 12.30pm | Botany Downs Kapa Haka 1.30pm | Pakuranga Kapa Haka 2.30pm.
→ Outdoor performances
Jack Robertson 11-11.30am and 12-12.30pm | Eastern Stars Band 1-1.30pm | Benjamin Mack 1.30-2pm.