Celebrate Matariki mā Puanga 2025 with Purpose and Connection

As part of this year’s Matariki mā Puanga season, we invite community and social sector organisations Kāpiti and Ōtaki to join us on 26 June for a session grounded in the values of Te Ao Māori.

This session is a chance to pause, reflect and consider how the kaupapa can guide our mahi, helping us build stronger, more connected organisations rooted in care and purpose.

Guiding Themes of Matariki mā Puanga – and Why They Matter for Our Sector

Reflection (Puanga)
Puanga invites us to pause before the rise of Matariki, offering space to consider endings, renewal, and the unseen.

Remembrance (Pōhutukawa)
We take time to acknowledge those who have returned to the stars, kaimahi, volunteers, and community leaders, and reflect on their legacy and the foundation they’ve laid for us.

Celebration (Matariki)
We recognise the resilience and achievements of our sector, the quiet wins, the shared kai, the new relationships formed, and the everyday impact of aroha-led service.

Aspiration (Hiwa-i-te-Rangi)
We look ahead and set goals for how we can better serve our people, strengthen our kaupapa, and move forward with intention.

This isn’t just a time to reflect, it’s a time to strengthen the values that keep our sector thriving. Mark the date, join the session, and ground your future planning in purpose.

To support your planning, check out the list of reources we have set up for you https://volunteerkapiti.org.nz/organisations/resources

To register please follow the link here https://volunteerkapiti.org.nz/organisations/events/under-the-stars-of-matariki-ma-puanga