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The prime minister says he can mend the relationship with Māori after the bill is voted down, and he would refuse a future ...

A stunning essay from Max Rashbrooke examining his ancestors' role in the shaping of Aotearoa, and what that means for his own role in its future.

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

It’s often a day marked by spirited politics and at times boisterous protest. But Thursday’s anniversary of New Zealand’s ...

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 ...