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 ...
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 ...
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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New Zealand marks 185th year of signing Treaty of Waitangi
New Zealand marked Waitangi Day, which laid the country's bicultural foundation, on Thursday to commemorate the 185th anniversary of the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi, the country's founding ...
Waitangi Treaty Grounds Address
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 ...
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 ...
New Zealand's Waitangi Treaty may be at risk. These young Māori are fighting to protect it
Rotorua, a cultural hub for New Zealand's Indigenous Māori people, shaped Flavell's journey as a proud Māori activist. Exposed to both culture and politics from a young age, he began participating in ...
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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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Waitangi: Marama Davidson and Chris Hipkins in focus - Simon Wilson
Green Party co-leader Marama Davidson speaks to the Herald ahead of the Waitangi celebrations with co-leader Chlöe Swarbrick at the Treaty Grounds, Waitangi. Photo / Alyse Wright Labour leader ...
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Waitangi Day 2025: The Conversations, Commemorations And Celebrations Taking Centre Stage
The tent will be set up across the bridge on the lower Treaty grounds next to the waka house, with stunning views out to the Bay of Islands providing a picturesque backdrop. The crowds often pour ...