Sculpture

Pasifika sculpture included in Matariki lunar compass

The aim behind the carving symposium was to create a lunar compass using the 12 sculptures.

Made from Oamaru stone, the works were carved in just five days and will be on public display in Manukau South Auckland from today.

Panuku Placemaking South's Ole Maiava said it was important to include a Pacific view on the stars.

He said Tongan artist, Filipe Tohi's sculpture work is internationally renowned.

"So it is good having him here, because it also brings a Pacific spin and connects us with tagata whenua," said Ole Maiava.