Also known as Pleiades, Seven Sisters, Subaru, (and Messier 45), Matariki is a young open star cluster in the Taurus constellation - about 440 light years from earth.
It's return into our southern night sky at this time of year marks the start of the New Year in the Maori lunar calendar.
Today is Matariki (and a public holiday here) - so happy new year everyone and we wish you health and prosperity for the year ahead.
The event is marked with light festivals and cultural events across the country.
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| Image borrowed from Wikipedia |
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