Ngā Whetū Tīaho Talent Show

Got a hidden talent? A party trick? A kapa haka? A waiata to share?
Tamariki, rangatahi, pakeke, kaumātua — and even businesses + community groups — this is YOUR time to shine!

Be part of our Matariki Festival celebrations on Friday 4 July 2025 at the A&P Showgrounds, Dannevirke.

How to enter:  Record your talent, post to Social Media, Tag @NgātiKahungunuKiTāmakiNuiARua
Use hashtag #MatarikiTNAR

Entries close 27 June 2025.

The crowd will vote to crown 1st, 2nd & 3rd place

Spot prizes throughout the comp — most creative act name, first entries, most original act + more! You may even get a spot prize for just liking our post.

Enter your team, your staff or your mates. Show us your creative side — or support the kaupapa by sponsoring a spot prize. More info: events@kahungunutnar.co.nz

Let’s light up the Matariki stage!