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Henderson streets will be locked down tonight - but this time to celebrate the shooting stars of Matariki.
The streets of Henderson will be blocked off from 5pm-8.30pm, today to celebrate Matariki.
West Auckland Māori Urban Authority Te Whānau o Waipareira have organised a street party to celebrate the Māori New Year. Waipareira will host the inaugural party, which will be MCd by Radio Waatea breakfast host Dale Husband. Te Pāti Māori co- leader Rawiri Waititi, was initially the MC but is home isolating with Covid.