David Trubridge

17/06/2026

Matariki is all about reflection, storytelling and coming together as a community.

We’re excited to be part of this special event and can’t wait to see the incredible lanterns our Hawke’s Bay community creates.

See the full event details below. ✨

TĪRAMA KAHAWAI – THE ILLUMINATED PARADE

A spectacular new Matariki celebration comes to Hastings!

Join us for an unforgettable evening of light, art, culture, storytelling, food and connection as Civic Square transforms into a living constellation of light.

Experience:
✨ Ngā Pou o Heretaunga illuminated in the pattern of the Matariki star cluster
✨ Giant glowing kahawai leading the illuminated parade
✨ Hundreds of community lanterns and David Trubridge light installations
✨ Te Wheke Harikoa – The Happy Octopus
✨ Storytelling by Pereri King
✨ Kahurangi Dance Company and local kapa haka performances
✨ DJ music, food vendors and lantern competition

📅 Thursday 9 July 2026
🕔 5pm – 8pm
📍 Civic Square, Hastings
🎟 FREE ENTRY

Bring your whānau and be part of a magical new Matariki tradition celebrating unity, creativity and community.

Presented by Ngā Toi Creative Hawke's Bay with support from Hastings District Council and Public Dreams Trust.

16/06/2026

Our local tamariki are already getting creative for Matariki 🌌

Year 5 and 6 students from Ebbett Park and Lucknow Schools have already been busy creating lanterns inspired by Matariki for the Hawke’s Bay Lantern Design Competition.

With simple materials and plenty of enthusiasm, they developed their ideas, experimented with different materials and let the creative process guide them.

That’s what we love about this competition, there are no right or wrong answers. Just creativity, imagination and the opportunity to tell a story through light.

🏮 What will your lantern become?

📅 Entries close 30 June

Enter here: https://ngatoihawkesbay.co.nz/matariki-lantern-competition/

15/06/2026

✨Let your light shine this Matariki!✨

Schools, community groups, whānau and individuals across Heretaunga are invited to create a lantern inspired by the stories, values and spirit of Matariki. A chance to get creative, share a story and celebrate through light.

Lanterns will be judged by Mayor Wendy Schollum and David Trubridge, with winners announced at the Community Matariki Celebrations. Entries close 30 June.

Thursday 9 July
5.00pm – 8.00pm
Civic Square, Hastings

Prizes include:

Community Groups
Win a David Trubridge light for your community space.

Individuals & Families
Win a David Trubridge light for your home, a $100 food voucher for the Kai Hau Kai Matariki event and a 2026 family pass to Splash Planet Play Park.

Primary & Intermediate School Students (Hastings area)
Win a school visit from David Trubridge, plus $200 worth of school supplies for the winning student's school.

The Community Matariki Celebrations are presented in collaboration with Ngā Toi Creative Hawke's Bay and Hastings District Council.

💡Visit the link here for entry details and criteria: https://ngatoihawkesbay.co.nz/matariki-lantern-competition/

11/06/2026

Australia, our Seconds Collection is now available to you! (Don't worry Kiwis, you still have access too 🌿)
Over 300 lights are up for grabs, with up to 30% off selected designs.

Seconds may include slight imperfections in paint or material colour, but these won't be noticeable once assembled.

Take a look before your favourites are gone. Sale ends 30 June.

Visit here: https://davidtrubridge.com/collections/clearance

07/06/2026

Tūī Pendant Assembly 🔨
Did you know? Inspired by the native Tūī bird of Aotearoa, New Zealand, the pendant’s woven bamboo rings reflect the bird’s distinctive white feather necklace, transforming a unique feature of New Zealand’s wildlife into a sculptural light. 🌿

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06/06/2026

A privilege to be part of such a meaningful project. It’s wonderful to see nature and storytelling come together in a space that will mean so much to Starship’s children, whānau, and staff 🌿 Well done YDS Studio!

19/05/2026

Let your light shine this Matariki ✨🏮
Schools, whānau, community groups and creatives across Hastings are invited to take part in the Matariki Lantern Design Competition in collaboration with internationally renowned designer David Trubridge and Ngā Toi Hawke’s Bay .
Using recycled or sustainable materials., create a lantern inspired by remembrance, renewal, the Matariki stars, and the spirit of te ao Māori.

18/05/2026

Floating above long tables, slow conversations, and shared glasses, Navicula settling perfectly into its home at .

Beautiful seeing thoughtful spaces created for connection, gathering, and light. ✨🌿

16/02/2026

Corymbia beach house: light, height and Hīnaki.
Architecture by • Photography by

30/01/2026

Home starts at the front door, especially here! This entryway at night shows the real magic of the Kōura shadows.

Thanks to our lovely customer for sharing this with us ✨

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