Tag Archive: Matariki

Jun
23

Matariki Art Auction

Saturday night 25th June promises to offer up a rare treat for those wishing to purchase original items from some of New Zealand’s top Maori artists. At the Matariki dinner and dance, some 20 pieces of art will be auctioned in a silent auction. Items from well known artists such as Shane Cotton, Michael Tuffrey, …

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May
23

Matariki midwinter dinner and dance

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Nau mai haere mai to the Kororareka Marae Society Matariki midwinter dinner and dance! Saturday 25th June at Kororareka Russell Town Hall, starting 6.30 pm. Tickets just $25 per head which includes dinner and dancing till late. Make sure you don’t miss out, get together a group of friends and have some fun at the …

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Jun
14

“Art a Riki” celebrating Matariki

After the blessing Minister and 2 weavers in the kete

Today sees the first day of Matariki and to celebrate this,  a new art exhibition is opening at Haratu to display works by the Kaimahi. In addition, a number of works, including two Matariki masks guest Artist Trish Clifford will  on display together with a giant kete to celebrate Matariki.  It will be “must see”! …

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