Matariki Kanohi Iti - 10 June-4 July, The Cube, City Library

By Dunedin Public Libraries | Posted: Friday Jun 13, 2025

To celebrate Matariki, Ngā Taonga Sound & Vision has selected archival taonga speaking to the significance of the stars’ influence on the coming year.

Each iwi has their own unique traditions and stories that relate to Matariki. Some iwi acknowledge seven stars, some iwi recognise nine stars in the Matariki cluster, while others celebrate Puaka. Each star has its own purpose and symbolism. Reflections from different people and iwi are featured in the compilation to highlight this.