Matariki log

Matariki signals the Māori New Year. Traditionally, it was a time for remembering the dead and celebrating a new life. In the 21st century, observing Matariki has become popular again. Matariki is celebrated for 3 days. There are nine stars in the Greek tradition of the constellation: seven children and their parents. In the Māori tradition. On Matariki, you eat lamb, pork, vegetables, seafood, plants, and herbs all cooked in a hangi. Matariki is officially celebrated on the 25 June. To find Matariki you must look low on the horizon in the northeast of the sky. Matariki disappears early may and comes back late may/ early June. Matariki is also on our country's flag, To also spot Matariki easier find the brightest star called Hinetakurua also known as the winter maiden as we continue left we will find 3  bright stars in a row called tautoru as you go slightly down in the same direction you will see a bright cluster of stars called Matariki.