Politicians are being welcomed at the Waitangi Treaty Grounds on Wednesday. The Parliamentary pōwhiri is a chance each year ...

One belief was virtually universal within the Waitangi forum tents: existing as Māori is inherently political.

Government Powhiri Address David Seymour, Leader ACT New Zealand Wednesday 5th February, 2025 E ngā mana, e ngā reo, e rau Rangatira. Two years ago here, I set out my party’s three goals for the ...

Seymour’s microphone was taken away twice while delivering the remarks. Members of the welcoming party stood to turn their ...

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 ...

The bill's architect, David Seymour, met with protests at Waitangi marae — a Māori meeting house — during speeches by ...

Senior Ngāpuhi members say fiery debate at Waitangi isn't going anywhere, so Te Tii Marae could be the best place for it to ...

New Zealand turned 185 on Thursday. Tensions are running high on the eve of the country's national day, commemorating the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi between Maori and the Crown in 1840. On ...

Rotorua, a cultural hub for New Zealand's Indigenous Māori people, shaped Flavell's journey as a proud Māori activist.

Waitangi Day in New Zealand is marked by controversy as Māori leaders condemn a proposed bill to redefine the Treaty of ...