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Worthing: Russ Cook preparing for new challenge in New Zealand
An ultrarunner from Worthing known as the “Hardest Geezer” is preparing for a new challenge to run 3,000km in New Zealand.
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 ...
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 ...
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New Zealand grapples with nationhood on Waitangi Day
Prime Minister Chris Luxon has used his Waitangi Day address to settle nerves over his government's attitude to Maori and the Treaty of Waitangi, insisting it would "honour the treaty and work in ...
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‘Hardest Geezer’ to take on 3,000km run spanning the length of New Zealand
Mr Cook, 27, kicks off his journey in March at Stirling Point in Bluff, located at the southern tip of the South ... where he is expected to explore the Waitangi Treaty Grounds, visit the Whanganui ...
Major focus on Ōnuku marae in Akaroa as PM, Governor-General arrive for Waitangi Day
Hundreds of people are expected in Akaroa today with the "surprise" attendance of the prime minister for Waitangi Day ...
Vote 25: Waitangi An Opportunity To Promote Local Elections
Local Government New Zealand (LGNZ) is at Waitangi Commemorations to help break down barriers to people standing and voting ...