1. Taiaha Boomerang Boomerangs are curved instruments that, when thrown, come whizzing back. They hit the victim, then come back to the thrower so that it can be used again quickly. Taiahas are meant to be so beautiful that they distract the victim long enough for the attacker to strike and kill. The Aborigines have smoke ceremonies, to celebrate birth. The Maori's have haka's, often performed at rugby games to scare opposition. Aboriginal people do smudging. Smudging is a cleansing process in which sage and sweet grass are burned. The sage rids a person of negativity, such as anger or ill will, while sweet grass draws positive energy. Maori's do welcoming Ceremonies to their Maries. Compare and Contrast Artifacts Maori's and Aborigine's Traditions Rituals