The New Zealand Maori new year has begun and the celebrations through out New Zealand have also commenced.
Matariki (Mar-tar-ree-kee) as its more formally known , is the Maori name for the star cluster known as the Pleaides. That rises for us in mid winter.
Though the stories vary about Matariki from tribe to tribe. Most focus around Matariki being a Mother and her daughters. Matariki, and her daughters are Tupu-ā-nuku, Tupu-ā-rangi, Waipunarangi, Waitī, Waitā, and Ururangi
As depicted below by the amazing vector art of Onesian
So as we here in New Zealand prepare for Matariki and the festivities it brings. I'm wishing you all a very Happy Matariki :) may your New Year be prosperous and healthy :)
