Thousands of people have attended events in Waitangi in northern New Zealand, to celebrate the country's national day.

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

From the dawn ceremony to the numerous local performances and powerful words, Waitangi Day 2025 was one to remember, but a ...

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

Hamilton Kirikiriroa celebrated its first central city Waitangi Day festival with an unprecedented turnout, reflecting its ...

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

Whether they were listening to the music, getting their face painted, buying items from stalls or enjoying the food, locals ...

Every year, hundreds of kaihoe (paddlers) from across New Zealand travel to a camp site in Waitangi known as “Tent City” to ...

Analysis - The prime minister's attendance at Ōnuku marae saw protest, distraction and delay. And it underlined his absence ...

Thousands gathered across New Zealand yesterday to celebrate the signing of the country’s founding document and some called ...

I don't mind telling you, I've kind of been dreading making any sort of editorial comment or opinion on Waitangi Day.  Not ...