UNESCO New Zealand

Mata Ora 2009

25 - 28 November 2009 | Te Rauparaha Arena, Pataka, Takapuwahia Marae Porirua City

A Maori astronomy & celestial navigation event promoting the ancient knowledge of Polynesian Maori starlore and waka navigation together with western astronomy featuring guest experts, Hekenukumai Busby, Hoturoa Barclay Kerr, Jack Thatcher, Frank Andrews in seminar lecture talks, a wananga day, including stalls, art exhibits and a music concert fusion evening.

Mata Ora is an official event celebrating the International Year of Astronomy 2009 and is proudly supported by the NZ National Commission for UNESCO

Contact Details:

• Toa Waaka
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• Tel: 0212119566
• Fax: 043838815

www.star-smart.maori.nz