Words by Hemi Penfold Whanga (he/him) | Ngāi Tūhoe, Waikato-Tainui
Kia ora and welcome to your guide through the Maramataka, starting the 16th of September 2024
Mane: Atua Whakahaehae
Ah, Monday—a day to kia tau like a pro. It's medium energy, perfect for admiring te taiao and showing a bit of aroha to Papatūānuku. Why not swap that disposable cup for a reusable one and caffeinate with a conscience e hoa mā?
Tūrei: Turu
Tuesday's cranking up the energy. It’s like the universe woke up and chose ‘high productivity’! Today is a meke day to stop procrastinating and bust out your assignment at the library or get the bros together for some korikori tinana at the rec centre. Supporting your mates and smashing goals—that’s the tahi.
Wenerei: Te Rākaunui
Pai kare! It’s full moon time—high energy alert! Wednesday’s here to help you shiiiiiiine. Get productive, whether it’s in the library, korikori tinana, or belting it out like Pere Wīhongi at haka practice—you will definitely make the most of Te Rākaunui.
Taite: Rākaumatohi
Thursday’s keeping the high vibes flowing. Finish those assignments, start at that club you’ve been dreaming of, or get into some mahi māra. With all this energy e te whānz, why not go for a quick hīks up Mt. Vic?
Paraire: Takirau
Wrapping up the week with a gentle breeze of medium energy. Take a breather e te whānz! Celebrate the week that has been with some cheeky inus at your favourite bar (Rezzies anyone?) or catch up on that Netflix drama you’ve been meaning to watch. Chur!