Protests and a New Zealand leader's absence overshadow a day marking the founding treaty with Māori
It’s often a day marked by spirited politics and at times boisterous protest. But Thursday’s anniversary of New Zealand’s ...
Waitangi Day 2025: All the speeches and events from the Treaty Grounds on 5 February
Politicians are being welcomed at the Waitangi Treaty Grounds on Wednesday. The Parliamentary pōwhiri is a chance each year ...
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon says Waitangi Treaty Grounds need not ‘dominate’ national day of celebration, as he speaks from Akaroa
The Prime Minister has defended his choice not to attend Waitangi this year and says while he may travel in future he does not want the day to be “dominated” by the historic site. Normally the country ...
Waitangi Day in New Zealand overshadowed by treaty controversy
Waitangi Day in New Zealand is marked by controversy as Māori leaders condemn a proposed bill to redefine the Treaty of ...
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Waitangi Treaty Grounds Address
E ngā mana, e ngā reo, e rau Rangatira. Two years ago here, I set out my party’s three goals for the Treaty. Since then I’ve held to these goals and promises. Some who heard my words here ...
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Waitangi Day in New Zealand overshadowed by treaty controversy
Waitangi Day is a multi-day series of events ... minster "should've shown some leadership" and attended events at treaty grounds "on a day when we're talking about the future of the country".
New Zealand marks 185th year of signing Treaty of Waitangi
New Zealand marked Waitangi Day, which laid the country bicultural foundation, on Thursday to commemorate the 185th anniversary of the signing of the ...
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New Zealand's Waitangi Treaty may be at risk. These young Māori are fighting to protect it
Protesters calling on the New Zealand government to "honour the Treaty" at the Waitangi Treaty Grounds in Waitangi in 2024. Source: AAP / Ben McKay Flavell grew up speaking te reo Māori (native ...
Winston Peters defends Christopher Luxon’s Waitangi Treaty destination decision
New Zealand Deputy Prime Minister Winston Peters has hit back against criticism directed at NZ Prime Minister Christopher ...