Matariki

Matariki is underpinned by key values, most significantly:

• aroha — love and respect for one another

• whakamaharatanga — remembrance

• kotahitanga — unity

• manaakitanga — caring

• tohatoha — sharing

• mana taiao — environmental awareness

• hākari — feasting

• wānanga — discussion

• noho tahi — coming together

• atawhaitanga — kindness

• whakanui — celebrations

• tuakiritanga — identity.