Public Holiday

Matariki's ascendancy to a national holiday builds on a growing awareness of indigenous astronomy around the world. It certainly caught the imagination of Duane Hamacher who's an associate professor… Audio

For many New Zealanders, along with its religious significance, Easter also means a four-day weekend and some quality time with the family.

Some shops are allowed to open throughout the weekend… Video, Audio

Māori astronomers will be using the stars and moon phases to set a different date for the Matariki public holiday each year.

The Prime Minister promised to make Matariki a public holiday if… Audio