Matariki The Maori New YearMatariki The Maori New Year by Libby Hakaraia is a captivating exploration of the Matariki star clusterknown in other cultures as the Pleiades or the Seven Sisters. Rooted deeply in Maori tradition, Matariki's rising before the sun in late May or early June signalled the commencement of the Maori calendar, celebrated with great festivals. This celestial event was not just a symbol of time but also served as a crucial guide for planting and harvesting