As Matariki comes to an end, my workplace held a shared hakari to celebrate. We had visitors that joined us from around the rohe.

Teams were allocated a star connected to one of the four food groups of Matariki:

Waitī (Freshwater), Waitā (Sea), Tupuānuku (Soil), Tupuārangi (Trees).

Some of the amazing dishes presented were Pāua wontons, Kumara, Smoked Salmon bagels, fresh Watercress salad, mussels and everyone’s favourite Trifle!

Before our meal we shared a karakia that acknowledge each star of Matariki.

Our Matariki hakari was a great way to bring the team together to reflect on our past year, celebrate our achievements and remember loved ones that have returned to the stars. Ka mau te wehi!