Maramataka
Maramataka another layer of diversity to a Bay of Plenty farm
Mohi Beckham is helping to turn a tired and depleted land into a fertile and productive farm. But the benefits extend to more than just the land. Audio
Rereata Makiha: Recapturing ancient knowledge - 'A language on how to understand the world'
Matua Rereata Makiha (Ngati Whakaheke, Te Aupouri, Te Arawa) is a renowned Maori astrologer and a leading authority on the maramataka - the Maori lunar calendar. Makiha joins the show to discuss why… Audio
Rereata Makiha on learning within the Whare Wānanga space
In the final episode of this series about the Maramataka, Rereata Makiha talks about growing up in the Hokianga and was 'by default' immersed in the traditional learning under the whare wananga. From… Audio
Understanding the Lunar Phases
In part two of this series, Rereata Makiha explains the different lunar phases of the maramataka used as a guide for the best times to plant, fish and collect kaimoana. In recent years Makiha says… Audio
The Maramataka with Rereata Makiha
The Māori Lunar Calendar or the Maramataka outlines the different phases of the moon and is a guide to the optimal days for fishing, planting or harvesting food. Maramataka exponent Rereata Makiha… Audio