Matariki 2024

Kōkiri Marae were proud to lead a 3 day Kaupapa having thousands engage in this important Māori event.

Day One included our first Hautapu done at Wainuiomata Marae with more then 100 people braving the elements and arriving at 5am for a spiritual awakening to begin the Māori New Year followed up with a cooked breakfast. The day then continued on for the Kaumātua where they celebrated with music, kēmu, kai and Rongoa māori.
Day Two was all about the tamariki with more then 400 arriving throughout the day to Wainuiomata Marae to participate in stations that included Taonga Puhoro, music making, kai and art.
Day Three our final day was a community day for all that included a concert, stalls and health promotion. With 2000 in attendance it was a very busy but successful day.