A group of students at Westland High School are organising an event for the community to celebrate Matariki Festival for next term.

'A night under the stars' in the decorated DWC Sports Hub Covered courts. 24th July 5 - 8pm, $2.00 entry.

Star themed food, drinks and crafts on sale. Stalls available ($10 cost) please email the school office to register and to ensure a fair range of stalls

Live musical performances featuring a range of stars, including kapa Haka performances.

Prizes for costumes.
Entry forms for dress up like a star will be available on the night.

Ngā Whetū o Matariki (categories)

Prizes for our:
- Twinkle Stars (under 5)
- Shooting stars (5-10)
- Rising stars (10-15 years)
- Shining stars (15-25 years)
- Hiwa i te Rangi stars (25 years)
- Gold stars (seniors)

Attached are some of the posters the students in J Te Reo have been designing to promote the event they are organising. A poem from students in 2017 is also attached from a previous Westland High School Matariki celebration.