M A T A R I K I
Matariki is the Maori name for the cluster of stars also known as the Pleiades. It rises just once a year, in mid-winter – late May or early June. For many Māori, it heralds the start of a new year. Matariki literally means the 'eyes of god.’ There are seven stars in Matariki. They are named Waiti, Waita, Waipuna arangi, Tipuanuku, Tipuarangi, Ururangi and Matariki.
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