Selwyn_Times: June 21, 2023
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Wednesday <strong>June</strong> <strong>21</strong> <strong>2023</strong> <strong>Selwyn</strong> <strong>Times</strong> 11<br />
Matariki signals the Māori New Year and is a time of celebration and renewal. It begins<br />
with the rising of the Matariki star cluster in mid-winter. This year we’re celebrating the<br />
Tupuārangi star connected to everything that grows in our trees and forests.<br />
What’s on in <strong>Selwyn</strong> this July?<br />
FULLY BOOKED<br />
Kete Weaving Workshop<br />
8 July<br />
Rolleston<br />
Join members of Te Kāhui Hono<br />
to create a harakeke kete,<br />
utilising elements of raranga<br />
plaiting techniques.<br />
Matariki Sing-a-long<br />
13 and 15 July<br />
Darfield, Leeston, Lincoln, Rolleston<br />
Join sisters and musical duo Leah<br />
and Siu from Loopy Tunes for a<br />
session of interactive bilingual<br />
music fun!<br />
Native Plant<br />
Propagation<br />
15 July<br />
Lincoln<br />
Learn how to restore our native<br />
landscape through propagation with<br />
Trees for Canterbury.<br />
Dinners of <strong>Selwyn</strong><br />
17 July<br />
West Melton<br />
Bring a plate of food connected<br />
to Tupuārangi and enjoy a shared<br />
dinner with new friends! Hear from<br />
local community gardens about the<br />
winter produce they are harvesting.<br />
Community Garden<br />
Open Days<br />
20, 22 and 23 July<br />
Lincoln, Rolleston, Kirwee<br />
Find out how to prepare your garden<br />
for spring. Pruning berry and fruit<br />
trees and preparing your strawberry<br />
patch — there’s a lot to do!<br />
Bird Watching<br />
20 July<br />
Rolleston<br />
Join Peter Langlands of Wild<br />
Capture to learn about the birds<br />
you are likely to see around <strong>Selwyn</strong>,<br />
the best places to watch, essential<br />
equipment and etiquette.<br />
To find out more about the activities and to book, visit<br />
selwyn.govt.nz/matariki