Matariki
In Māori culture, Matariki is the name of the Pleiades star cluster and the celebration of its first rising in late June or early July. This marks the beginning of the new year in the Māori lunar calendar.
Here are some of the ways you can celebrate Matariki this winter.
Parking
With over 10,000 car parks in the city centre, find one where you need it.
Central City
Classics
From the Cathedral Square markets to the Margaret Mahy playground, these beloved central city experiences always draw us back to the CBD.
Kate Sheppard Memorial
The Kate Sheppard National Memorial, located in the city of Christchurch, is New Zealand's first memorial to the...
Dahlias Artwork
Seven oversized dahlias bloom in the central city.
Antarctic Street Art
This mural is one of two commissioned to celebrate Christchurch's unique status as an Antarctic gateway city.
Conduit sculpture
This artwork was designed by Auckland creative studio Creature Post and has been made from a repurposed wayfinding...
Central City Classics
From the Cathedral Square markets to the Margaret Mahy playground, these beloved central city experiences always draw us back to the CBD.
Captain James Cook Statue
The Cook Statue in Victoria Square, Christchurch, commemorates the three journeys of James Cook to New Zealand.
Whiti-reia Cathedral Square
Cathedral Square, locally known simply as the Square.
Cracked Ink Artwork
This new piece on the Rockpool Bar building is by New Zealand artist Cracked Ink.
