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If you would like us to reprint these - please add your details to the "Notify Me" Button. In current economic environment it is too risky for a small business to manufacture products without confidence they will sell once made. So if you want to see them made - please go on our waitlist and you will be the first to know when we do! Ngā mihi!
Never wonder about tonight's lunar phase again! This interactive desktop calendar is your everyday guide to understanding how we measure time in Aotearoa New Zealand.
This isn't just another calendar - it's an evergreen learning resource that bridges traditional Māori knowledge with modern life. The bilingual flip chart design reflects the origins of different time systems: solar calendar terms appear in both languages (acknowledging their non-Māori origins), while the lunar cards showcase kupu Māori prominently, honoring the maramataka as an authentic Māori system.
While wātaka translates as "calendar," it traditionally encompasses everything moving through time. Māori recognized four interconnected systems: lunar (moon), solar (sun), stellar (stars), and tidal (water). This Version 1.0 focuses on lunar and solar systems - a meaningful start toward honoring these traditional ways of understanding time.
Made in New Zealand with care and attention to detail. Each flip card is individually cut and spiral-bound by hand, making every calendar unique. Minor variations are part of the handmade charm - significant issues are covered by our replacement guarantee.
Gentle Use Recommended: Unlike single-page calendars, this multi-card design works best with careful, one-card-at-a-time flipping to ensure longevity.
An educational, sustainable resource that grows with your understanding. Better for the environment, better for your budget, better for connecting with traditional knowledge.
What is a Wātaka?
Wātaka is translated as calendar, but most commonly referred to as everything that is moving in time. Traditionally Māori had a very deep appreciation of this, and would look not just to the moon (lunar calendar), but also the sun (solar calendar), stars (stellar calendar) and the water tides (tidal calendar)
I have named this resource Wātaka in the knowledge it does not cover all four of the systems, but is a start towards creating something that will, hopefully by version 2.0 I can figure it out - but this is a start and version 1.0 that I think is still a very helpful learning resource! I welcome feedback and suggestions for version 2.0!
If you would like us to reprint these - please add your details to the "Notify Me" Button. In current economic environment it is too risky for a small business to manufacture products without confidence they will sell once made. So if you want to see them made - please go on our waitlist and you will be the first to know when we do! Ngā mihi!
Never wonder about tonight's lunar phase again! This interactive desktop calendar is your everyday guide to understanding how we measure time in Aotearoa New Zealand.
This isn't just another calendar - it's an evergreen learning resource that bridges traditional Māori knowledge with modern life. The bilingual flip chart design reflects the origins of different time systems: solar calendar terms appear in both languages (acknowledging their non-Māori origins), while the lunar cards showcase kupu Māori prominently, honoring the maramataka as an authentic Māori system.
While wātaka translates as "calendar," it traditionally encompasses everything moving through time. Māori recognized four interconnected systems: lunar (moon), solar (sun), stellar (stars), and tidal (water). This Version 1.0 focuses on lunar and solar systems - a meaningful start toward honoring these traditional ways of understanding time.
Made in New Zealand with care and attention to detail. Each flip card is individually cut and spiral-bound by hand, making every calendar unique. Minor variations are part of the handmade charm - significant issues are covered by our replacement guarantee.
Gentle Use Recommended: Unlike single-page calendars, this multi-card design works best with careful, one-card-at-a-time flipping to ensure longevity.
An educational, sustainable resource that grows with your understanding. Better for the environment, better for your budget, better for connecting with traditional knowledge.
What is a Wātaka?
Wātaka is translated as calendar, but most commonly referred to as everything that is moving in time. Traditionally Māori had a very deep appreciation of this, and would look not just to the moon (lunar calendar), but also the sun (solar calendar), stars (stellar calendar) and the water tides (tidal calendar)
I have named this resource Wātaka in the knowledge it does not cover all four of the systems, but is a start towards creating something that will, hopefully by version 2.0 I can figure it out - but this is a start and version 1.0 that I think is still a very helpful learning resource! I welcome feedback and suggestions for version 2.0!
How is shipping calculated?
We use the Go Sweet Spot App to calculate shipping rates dependent on order value, weight and your location. The average cost is between $7.00 - $15.00 - but may differ depending on those variables.
Free domestic shipping:
We offer free shipping on all NZ domestic orders over $75.00. Free shipping will not apply if you are using any discounts that take the final amount payable below $75.00
Domestic: Orders:
All items are normally shipped within 48 hours using NZ Post Overnight Courier (Auckland). You will receive email confirmation when your item has been picked up, is out for delivery, and delivered. Any queries relating to the order delivery need to be directed to NZ Post first.
International Orders:
All items are normally shipped within 1-3 days using NZ Post. You will receive email confirmation when your item has been picked up, is out for delivery, and delivered. Any queries relating to the order delivery need to be directed to NZ Post.
Packaging:
Aligned to our sustainability values, we aim to minimise waste and any un-necessary packaging. All customer orders are packed in either paper, or recyclable / compostable mailer bags purchased locally from R3Pack. Some items maybe shrink wrapped or in PLE packaging to protect the item. We repurpose and re-use all of our supplier stock boxes, and all excess are given away free to the public as they make perfect moving house boxes.
How is shipping calculated?
We use the Go Sweet Spot App to calculate shipping rates dependent on order value, weight and your location. The average cost is between $7.00 - $15.00 - but may differ depending on those variables.
Free domestic shipping:
We offer free shipping on all NZ domestic orders over $75.00. Free shipping will not apply if you are using any discounts that take the final amount payable below $75.00
Domestic: Orders:
All items are normally shipped within 48 hours using NZ Post Overnight Courier (Auckland). You will receive email confirmation when your item has been picked up, is out for delivery, and delivered. Any queries relating to the order delivery need to be directed to NZ Post first.
International Orders:
All items are normally shipped within 1-3 days using NZ Post. You will receive email confirmation when your item has been picked up, is out for delivery, and delivered. Any queries relating to the order delivery need to be directed to NZ Post.
Packaging:
Aligned to our sustainability values, we aim to minimise waste and any un-necessary packaging. All customer orders are packed in either paper, or recyclable / compostable mailer bags purchased locally from R3Pack. Some items maybe shrink wrapped or in PLE packaging to protect the item. We repurpose and re-use all of our supplier stock boxes, and all excess are given away free to the public as they make perfect moving house boxes.
Please CHOOSE carefully before purchase as we do not offer refunds for change of mind. If upon receipt of the item you wish to exchange an item, or return to obtain a store credit- this can be arranged, however we will not refund for a change of mind.
We will accept product returns for damaged items within 7 days of purchase if the items are in unused un-opened original condition.
For return of damaged items, or incorrect orders - please email admin@tuhi.co.nz to obtain a return mailing label.
Please CHOOSE carefully before purchase as we do not offer refunds for change of mind. If upon receipt of the item you wish to exchange an item, or return to obtain a store credit- this can be arranged, however we will not refund for a change of mind.
We will accept product returns for damaged items within 7 days of purchase if the items are in unused un-opened original condition.
For return of damaged items, or incorrect orders - please email admin@tuhi.co.nz to obtain a return mailing label.
The print industry has a large impact on te Taiao (environment), so it is important to us to find ways to minimise our own impact.
You can read about our Taiao practices here
The print industry has a large impact on te Taiao (environment), so it is important to us to find ways to minimise our own impact.
You can read about our Taiao practices here
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