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Nau mai, haere mai. Thank you to the thousands of Wellingtonians and visitors who came to enjoy our Matariki celebrations this year.
We hope you enjoyed the Matariki celebrations this year. Our events included Ahi Kā, a journey through fire, stories, and imagery on the waterfront, and our fabulous Matariki Fireworks display.
You can still enjoy the Waituhi flags, and a mural on the Frank Kitts Park waterfront doors, with feature designs by artist Tane Morris.
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Waharoa at Ahi Kā 2022
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Opening karakia at Ahi Kā 2022
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Matariki projection at Te Papa
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Ahi Pou, a uniquely crafted fire pillar by artist David Hakaraia
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DRUM (Distributed Rhythms United Mix) Wave performance
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Hiwa-i-te-rangi by Jamie Berry
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Pou Rama light sculptures
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Fire braziers on Whairepo Lagoon
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He Moana Whairepo and Amplify, projection on The Boatshed
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Puanga ki Matariki - Te Tau Hou Māori performance
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Te Arawhiti Rama, projection on The Pyramid
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Reclaimed Moana, projections in Te Ngākau Civic Square
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Tamariki enjoying Ahi Kā, a walk-through journey of light, stories, and imagery
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Matariki Fireworks 2022
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Food truck at Matariki Fireworks night
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Te Umu Kohukohu whetū is lit for warmth and to signify remembrance