Copper Art with Fran

The rise of Matariki in the winter skies is an important time for Aotearoa New Zealand: it signifies the start of the Māori new year.Matariki Mackenzie offers a special place for Mana Whenua, community, and manuhiri (visitors) to connect with whānau (family) and whenua (land) through culture, kai (food), and kōrero (conversation).Matariki Mackenzie 2024 is led by Te Rūnanga o Arowhenua and supported by Te Rūnanga o Waihao, Te Rūnanga o Moeraki, Mackenzie District Council, and the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE).