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 ...

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

A Dawn Ceremony marked the beginning of Waitangi Day commemorations at Te Whare Rūnanga Marae, while a traditional waka parade took place in front of Te Tii Marae before docking near the lower Treaty ...

Thousands gathered in Waitangi, New Zealand on Thursday (February 6) to celebrate the signing of the country’s founding document.

New Zealand on Thursday marked the anniversary of its founding document, the Treaty of Waitangi. The day came with quiet protests of government officials by some M?ori leaders amid a national period ...

Eight new members have been appointed to the Waitangi Tribunal. Minister for Māori Development Tama Potaka said the new appointments will strengthen the tribunal and help ensure it remains fit for ...

An annual Waitangi Day commemorative hīkoi to Clive’s Farndon Park will this year focus on unity and resilience. The historic February 6 event, close to Waipureku, where TeTiriti was signed in ...

Photo / Warren Buckland An annual Waitangi Day commemorative hīkoi to Clive’s Farndon Park will this year focus on unity and resilience. The historic February 6 event, close to Waipureku ...

The Waitangi Tribunal, which recently called for the Treaty Principles Bill to be abandoned, has undergone significant changes, with the appointment of eight new members, five reappointments, and ...

Ever felt guilty for having an unproductive day? Well, here’s your chance to embrace it guilt-free! January 16 marks Nothing Day, an “un-event” dedicated to simply doing nothing. No celebrations, no ...

In 1983, about 20 years after King’s “I Have a Dream” speech, legislation for a Martin Luther King Jr. Day on the third Monday of January cleared Congress and President Ronald Reagan signed it.

Waitangi Staff and volunteers took care of rubbish and recycling at Waitangi Day commemorations at Waitangi. They need more volunteers to help this year. On February 6 the eyes of the country will ...