PUANGA CYCLE TRAIL CELEBRATION
Matariki hunga nui.
Matariki of many people.
Cycle or walk with us on a journey down the Cycle Trail, lit up with lights, under the stars of Matariki.
Cycle or walk with us on a journey down the Cycle Trail, lit up with lights, under the stars of Matariki.
Hikoi with us to the Quarry (600m) lit up with lights, where a free BBQ of sausages, bread, and hot drinks will be waiting for us. Once we are all settled in, the students of Te Kura Kaupapa Maori o Kaikohekohe will give an explanation of the stars and the meaning of Matariki in Te Ao Māori.
Adult and experienced riders will then depart to continue up to the Tunnel.
All people are welcome to our free evening of celebration!
Ko Puanga te pae ārahi i ngā tohu o te tau hou i te pae ururangi.
Puanga leads the celestial signs to herald the New Year. All iwi celebrate the Māori New Year in June or July, but not all iwi refer specifically to this time of year as Matariki. Instead, other iwi will name this time of year ‘Puanga’.
Presented by Pou Herenga Tai Twin Coast Cycle Trail Trust
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EVENT DATES & BOOKING INFO
Kaikohe Cycle Trail Entrance, Hwy 12
Thursday 23rd June
3:30-4:30pm Arrival and registration
5:00pm Matariki presentation by Te Kura Kaupapa Maori o Kaikohekohe
5:30pm Adults riders and children aged 13 and over can ride to the tunnel entrance and back
5:45pm Ride or walk back to the Kaikohe entrance
What to bring:
Warm clothing, rain jacket, suitable footwear, headlamp or torch
Warm clothing, rain jacket, suitable footwear, headlamp or torch
If registered, you will be given a high-vis vest and headlamp
This experience is FREE but registration is essential to receive information about participation.
REGISTER HERE
