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Matariki Stars
Waipunarangi
Waipunarangi means ‘water that pools in the sky’, and this karakia speaks to the rain.
Waitā
Waitā is the star of salt water, and this karakia acknowledges our strong connection to the ocean.
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Pōhutukawa
Pōhutukawa helps us remember those who have passed since the last rising of Matariki. It is at this time that people want to call out the names of loved ones who have died in the past year.
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Matariki is the main star in the cluster. It is connected to wellbeing and welcomes in the New Year.
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Ururangi
The star of the wind is Ururangi, and together with Waipunarangi, they are the stars connected to the weather.
Tupuārangi
Tipuārangi means to grow in the sky, and this karakia reaffirms our connection to the forests and the birds.
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Hiwa-i-te-rangi
Hiwa-i-te-rangi is the Māori wishing star and speaks to our hopes and desires for the year.
Waitī
Waitī is the star of lakes, rivers, streams and fresh water and acknowledges our strong connection to the bodies of fresh water.
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