Matariki is a significant time of year to remember those we have lost, to gather and celebrate the present, and to look forward to the future. To celebrate Matariki this year, members of the public are invited to register for a ballot for a chance to experience the manaakitanga of Government House Wellington, by attending a special hāngī dinner hosted by the Governor-General on Thursday 19 June.
The hākari will be cooked in the Government House hāngī pits, prepared by our chefs and hāngī master Rewi Spraggon. This event is free to attend, with numbers strictly limited. The ballot is open to guests 18 and older, unless accompanied by an adult.
The ballot opens on Thursday 17 April, and closes Friday 2 May. Successful entrants will be notified during the week of Monday 19 May.
Click this link to register for the ballot: Government House Wellington Matariki Dinner Ballot.