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Waiata for Matariki

Behind the scenes

Singing is a great way to lift one's spirits.

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To celebrate Matariki, the Maori New Year, a group of Gallery staff are singing waiata.

We are meeting once a week in June in the Brought to Light arcade to practise the waiata we already know and learn some new ones.

Matariki is a time for reflection, learning and preparation for the year ahead. How appropriate as we reflect on our city's recent events and prepare for the Gallery's re-opening.