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Matariki
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Ururangi
The star of the wind is Ururangi, and together with Waipunarangi, they are the stars connected to the weather.
Waita
Waitā is the star of salt water, and this karakia acknowledges our strong connection to the ocean.
Waipunarangi
Waipunarangi means ‘water that pools in the sky’, and this karakia speaks to the rain.
Waiti
Waitī is the star of lakes, rivers, streams and fresh water and acknowledges our strong connection to the bodies of fresh water.
Tipuarangi
Tipuārangi means to grow in the sky, and this karakia reaffirms our connection to the forests and the birds.
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Pohutukawa
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.
Waerea
Waerea
Waerea seeks to clear space and people from any obstructions in order for the ceremony to proceed.
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