Celebrate Matariki by reflecting, renewing and reconnecting with Papatūānuku
Matariki is the name of the kāhui whetū or star cluster that ushers in the Māori New Year! This event is celebrated across the motu and encourages us to reflect on the past, look forward to the year to come and plan for the future.
In our new video series, Zoo kaimahi are sharing their personal connections with te taiao (the natural world). Check back as we’re sharing a new video each week!
“If I'm ever having a busy or stressful week, I just sit down and listen to waves." Arlee has a healthy respect for the ocean and its unpredictability.
Where do you find a place of serenity, peace and connection? Kaitlyn and her whānau care for 16 hectares of beautiful regenerated ngahere (forest) in Puhoi.
Ashleigh’s ‘happy place’ is when she’s birdwatching in the Waitākere Ranges! She’s spent a lot of time in this ngahere (forest) surveying for the endangered and elusive kōkako as part of the annual census.
How do you like to connect with Papatūānuku? Ben shares the kōrero he received from his nana and his mum growing up and his abiding love for the ocean.
Ring in the Māori new year with a new family tradition - we're inviting our visitors to make Matariki memories with whānau! Remembering those who have passed, sharing good food and our aspirations for the year to come.
