Tupuanuku is the star connected to all foods grown in the ground like kumara, puha, pikopiko.'Tupu' or 'tipu' means to grow and 'nuku' is short for Papatuānuku or earth.

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5.55pm  Opening karakia and turning-on-the-lights countdown every night at the Matariki waharoa main entry.

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6pm – 9pm.  The Matariki light trail turns Maybury Reserve into a magical landscape.

 

Enjoy light displays of Māori-inspired imagery set among thousands of fairy lights.

 

Wrap up warm and enjoy Māori New Year celebrations in Glen Innes. 

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