MATARIKI EVENTS
The following events and competitions have been planned by various groups around Aparima (Riverton), to celebrate Matariki in June 2022.
Matariki Skies Competition
We want you to show the world our Matariki skies, morning or evening, please share what you capture on the Matariki 2022 Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/events/390949743081782
We want you to show the world our Matariki skies, morning or evening, please share what you capture on the Matariki 2022 Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/events/390949743081782
Colouring Competition
Download (click here) or collect from Te Hikoi Museum (open 10am-4pm daily)
Colour the night sky! Drop your entry off to Te Hikoi Museum before 5pm Tuesday 21st June (slide under the door if the museum is closed). Entries received will be displayed on Saturday at the Matariki exhibition and markets. Winners will notified on Friday 24th June - so don't forget to include your name, age and contact details.
Download (click here) or collect from Te Hikoi Museum (open 10am-4pm daily)
Colour the night sky! Drop your entry off to Te Hikoi Museum before 5pm Tuesday 21st June (slide under the door if the museum is closed). Entries received will be displayed on Saturday at the Matariki exhibition and markets. Winners will notified on Friday 24th June - so don't forget to include your name, age and contact details.
Lantern Competition
Time to get creative for our Matariki celebrations! Drop your lantern off to Lee-anne Frew at First National Real Estate on Palmerston Street by lunchtime on Wednesday the 22nd June. Lanterns will be displayed in our town for Matariki. Be in to WIN a prize!
Time to get creative for our Matariki celebrations! Drop your lantern off to Lee-anne Frew at First National Real Estate on Palmerston Street by lunchtime on Wednesday the 22nd June. Lanterns will be displayed in our town for Matariki. Be in to WIN a prize!
Rātapu / Sunday 19
Midwinter Plunge
3pm at Taramea Bay
Dress up and jump in! Tanya from Ray White Real Estate is hosting this event.
3pm at Taramea Bay
Dress up and jump in! Tanya from Ray White Real Estate is hosting this event.
Rāhina / Monday 20
Matariki Trail
Collect clues from Te Hikoi Museum (open 10am-4pm daily), Palmerston Street
This challenge is a trail you can enjoy with whānau or friends, at any time of day/night, and will help you learn about the significance of each star of Matariki. Pick up your trail clues from Te Hikoi Museum during this week (or click here to download), and find the 9 stars of Matariki around town. Correct entries returned to Te Hikoi before Monday 27 June will go in the draw to win a prize.
Collect clues from Te Hikoi Museum (open 10am-4pm daily), Palmerston Street
This challenge is a trail you can enjoy with whānau or friends, at any time of day/night, and will help you learn about the significance of each star of Matariki. Pick up your trail clues from Te Hikoi Museum during this week (or click here to download), and find the 9 stars of Matariki around town. Correct entries returned to Te Hikoi before Monday 27 June will go in the draw to win a prize.
Rātū / Tuesday 21
Kindy Whanau Evening
5-7pm, Havelock Street
Community is welcome to join the kindy as they share their memory jars and kai.
5-7pm, Havelock Street
Community is welcome to join the kindy as they share their memory jars and kai.
Rāapa / Wednesday 22
Late Night at Te Hikoi Museum
6-8pm FREE ENTRY
We are going to be open late, with free entry for Riverton/Aparima locals. If you have never managed to visit us during our usual open hours (10am-4pm daily in winter), or the entry fee has put you off… this is a great opportunity! We love it when locals know what we have to offer, as you then do a great job of helping tell others about us.
6-8pm FREE ENTRY
We are going to be open late, with free entry for Riverton/Aparima locals. If you have never managed to visit us during our usual open hours (10am-4pm daily in winter), or the entry fee has put you off… this is a great opportunity! We love it when locals know what we have to offer, as you then do a great job of helping tell others about us.
Rāpare / Thursday 23
Lantern Walk
TIME TBC Riverton Childcare, Havelock Street
Children will be sharing their lantern creations.
TIME TBC Riverton Childcare, Havelock Street
Children will be sharing their lantern creations.
Matariki Breakfast
8.30am-10am, Aparima College
Join the local high school for kai and a catch up with ākonga (students) and kaiako (teachers) over a cup of tea and some kai.
8.30am-10am, Aparima College
Join the local high school for kai and a catch up with ākonga (students) and kaiako (teachers) over a cup of tea and some kai.
Rāmere / Friday 24
Enjoy a meal at a local restaurant or the RSA!
Rāhoroi / Saturday 25
Art Exhibition
3pm-7pm at RSA Riverton Aparima - FREE ENTRY
Local artists display their creations over the weekend. Contact Iri if you have art to show/sell 0223988554
3pm-7pm at RSA Riverton Aparima - FREE ENTRY
Local artists display their creations over the weekend. Contact Iri if you have art to show/sell 0223988554
Matariki Market
3-7pm at RSA Riverton - FREE ENTRY
Range of local stall holders.
3-7pm at RSA Riverton - FREE ENTRY
Range of local stall holders.
Want to learn more?
The book Matariki: The Star of the Year by Rangi Matamua is an excellent resource and available for purchase at Te Hikoi Museum. Many great children's books are also available, many in Te Reo Māori.
There is also a podcast "Matariki and Māori astronomy with Dr Rangi Matamua" which you can find here:
Listen: Matariki and Māori astronomy with Dr Rangi Matamua | Te Papa
Some great resources and activities for children can be found on Te Papa's website:
Matariki classroom resources | Te Papa
There is also a podcast "Matariki and Māori astronomy with Dr Rangi Matamua" which you can find here:
Listen: Matariki and Māori astronomy with Dr Rangi Matamua | Te Papa
Some great resources and activities for children can be found on Te Papa's website:
Matariki classroom resources | Te Papa
