School Holidays - Waiheke

Ngā Tamariki O Matariki

Where

Waiheke Island Library, 131 Ocean View Road, Oneroa, Waiheke Island

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When

Tuesday 7 July 2026
Tuesday 14 July 2026
Wednesday 15 July 2026


2pm-3.30pm


Cost

Free

Contact

Carmela Padua
waiheke_library@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz
09 377 0209

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Enjoy our fun Matariki themed school holiday activities!

Matariki Raft Workshop | Tuesday 7 July, 2pm - 3.30 pm

Build a miniature raft using flax fibres as rope while learning about resourcefulness and traditional Māori materials.

Space is limited. To register, email waiheke_library@aklc.govt.nz with your children’s name/s and contact number.

Stars of Matariki Arts and Crafts | Tuesday 14 July, 2pm - 3.30 pm

Bring the magic of Matariki by creating colourful 3D hanging ngā whetū.

Space is limited. To register, email waiheke_library@aklc.govt.nz with your children’s name/s and contact number.

Play, Create and Spin Poi | Wednesday 15 July, 2pm - 3.30pm

Join us for a fun and creative session where tamariki make poi, learn simple poi movements and experience traditional Māori games and cultural learning.

Space is limited. To register, email waiheke_library@aklc.govt.nz with your children’s name/s and contact number.

All day activities:

  • Matariki Wishing Tree: Celebrate the season of new beginnings and write down your wishes and dreams. Hope they all come true.

  • Matariki Scavenger Hunt: Discover the nine Matariki stars. Each star reveals a letter to form the secret code and unlock the box.
     
  • Activity Pack: Take home a ready-made arts and crafts pack that explores Matariki so you can get creative at home.
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