The reappearance of the Matariki star cluster signals the beginning of the Māori new year.
Matariki changes dates each year, but generally rises in June or July and goes over a three-week period.
To find the Matariki star cluster in the night sky, start with the Southern Cross and track east to three bright stars aligned in a row. This constellation is known as Orion's belt or Tautoru.
Tautoru sets the trajectory to Matariki. Along this path you'll see a triangle-shaped constellation called Matakārehu.
Just off the shoulder of Matakārehu is a bright cluster of stars. This is Matariki.
Today, Labour leader Jacinda Ardern pledged to create a new public holiday to celebrate Matariki.
In the video above, 1 NEWS presenter Simon Dallow shows you how to spot Matariki.
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