Ka mahi ngā kanohi tikanga a Matariki

The ever-alert and protruding eyes of Matariki

This whakatauki (proverb) is said of a person who is awake and alert at night.

Mānawatia a Matariki 

Nau mai haere mai, all are welcome to attend a special Matariki raranga (weaving) celebratory session for you to attend as a ropū/whānau.

Starting with tikanga and then making a LARGE kete Mārama (Lantern) or kete kai to celebrate Matariki. 

Some experience is preferred, and all harakeke and materials are provided. 

Please arrive on time for karakia (blessing). 

Light refreshments will be provided and you are welcome to bring shared kai.

Led by Linda Lee (Ngāti Raukawa ki te Tonga, Ngāti Huia, Ngāti Kurī, Ngāi Tākoto, Te Rarawa, Te Aupōri, Ngāpuhi) and Frank Topia NgāPuhi, Ngāti Pōrou, Ngāti Haua).

These kete use a LOT of harakeke resource so please let us know if you can no longer make it so we don’t harvest more than we need and also ensure that others don’t miss out.

Email us at otariraranga@gmail.com  or message 021 0222 6386

It is important to us that our classes are accessible to all. If ticket costs are a barrier for you, please email us to enquire about our reduced-cost or free tickets.

We mihi to our funders and sponsors, Wellington City Council, Wellington Gardens and the Ōtari-Wilton Bush Kaitiaki, Maverick Creative, Good Fortune Coffee and Wellington Apothecary.

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Donations, Tax Credits and Corporate Gifting
– We accept koha to support Ōtari Raranga Weavers via Shared Lines Trust. This enables us to continue to offer subsidised and free events to the community.
– Shared Lines Trust is registered with Charities Service; Shared Lines Trust (CC61762)
– All donations over $5 made to The Trust are tax-deductible
– For corporate gifting or individuals requesting tax credits please email SharedLinesTrust@gmail.com
– Visit www.sharedlines.org.nz for more information