Unwritten rules: why claims of a missing ‘fourth article’ of the Treaty don’t stack up
Some say an oral promise of religious protection read out at Waitangi in 1840 amounts to a fourth article of the Treaty. But ...
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What did the Māori chiefs say before the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi in 1840?
The Spinoff presents a simplified transcript of the speeches at the treaty signings in Waitangi, Hokianga and Kaitāia.
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Ten things you might not know about Waitangi
Our Waitangi 2025 coverage is possible because of the over 13,000 Spinoff members who pay to support our work. If you aren’t ...
An Almost Perfect Start To Dudson’s Title Defence
With Dudson finishing his weekend 1-2 and Groombridge ending up with a 2-1 score-card, the two riders emerged from their ...
Rangitikei Opens Series With Two Scorchers
The four-round Yamaha New Zealand Cross-country Nationals series kicked off on two separate farmland properties at Waituna West, near Rewa, the series opener on Friday, with the second round happening ...
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New Zealand marks anniversary of its founding document, the Treaty of Waitangi, with quiet protests
New Zealand on Thursday marked the anniversary of its founding document, the Treaty of Waitangi. The day came with quiet ...
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Treaty of Waitangi Anniversary: Tensions and Traditions
The Treaty of Waitangi's anniversary passed quietly amid political strains in New Zealand. Prime Minister Luxon avoided the main event, with controversy over a proposed law redefining the treaty's ...
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 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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Eyes of the nation on Far North for Waitangi Day commemorations
Te Tiriti o Waitangi, The Treaty of Waitangi, on February 6, 1840. Prime Minister Christopher Luxon will not attend commemorations this year. The majority of the events will be at the Waitangi ...