Introduced on Sept 28, the bill creates an annual public holiday to acknowledge Matariki and sets the dates for the holiday from 2022 to 2052, and provides for future dates. First reading on Sept 30, opposed by National and ACT. Referred to the Māori Affairs Committee. Reported back on March March 4 with minor amendments. Second reading on March 29, committee stage March 30 and third reading on April 7 with National and Act opposed.  Te Pire mō te Hararei Tūmatanui o te Kāhui o Matariki/Te Kāhui o Matariki Public Holiday Bill