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Matariki
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Tupuarangi
Tupuarangi (Atlas) is the star connected to food and growth above the ground. Tupu which can mean 'new shoot' or 'to grow', and Rangi (sky) Rangi abbreviated from the word Ranginui, they sky father.
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Tupuanuku
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Tupuānuku (Pleione) is the star connected to anything in the soil. This star is also connected to food grown in the gardens, such as kumara and potatoes. Tupu which can mean ‘new shoot’ or ‘to grow’, and nuku, an abbreviation of ‘Papatūānuku’ (Earth mother).
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waita
Hiwa-i-te-rangi
waipunarangi
Waipunarangi (Electra) is the star that is connected to the rains and other atmospheric conditions. The meaning of Waipunarangi is 'water that pools in the sky.
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hiwa-i-te-rangi which is connected to the promise of a wealthy and successful season. It is also known as the wishing star. Māori traditionally would use this star to set their dreams for the coming year, commonly known now as New Year's resolutions.
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Waitā (twin of Waitī) which is associated with the ocean and represents food gathered from the sea. Waita meaning salt water.
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Pohutakawa
Pōhutukawa is the star that is connected to the dead. She encourages us to reflect on the past and to be thankful for those who have contributed to our lives.
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Waitī which is connected to fresh water and living creatures in the rivers, streams, and lakes. You can look upon this star is recognition and appreciation of our fresh waters in Aotearoa. Waiti meaning fresh water
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