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Ancient Star Compass Revives Māori Wisdom
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- May 30, 2026
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- 104
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Summary
A new star compass, the whana tongitongi, has been unveiled at a Māori school in Ohakune — a living classroom that teaches students to read the stars, honor ancestral knowledge, and live sustainably. Designed by researchers Riwaru Tihema and Rauroha Brown using Ngāti Rangi stories and celestial wisdom, this ancient GPS-like tool helps guide planting, hunting, and fishing by aligning with stars and seasons. Built from old manuscripts and elder wisdom, it’s more than a monument — it’s a revival of mātauranga, reconnecting families with their heritage and ensuring this vital knowledge thrives for generations. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/0a3e113b93a85247