Matariki

Tomorrow we celebrate Matariki in New Zealand. We have a lovely display in our library but it was very difficult to photograph.

Below is a link to some information for those interested.

Matariki is the Māori name for the cluster of stars also known as the Pleiades. It rises 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' (mata ariki) or 'little eyes' (mata riki).
 
https://en.wikipedia.org/?title=Matariki