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

WELLINGTON (Reuters) - Thousands gathered across New Zealand on Thursday to celebrate the signing of the country’s founding ...

Of the bill, Rountree said it seemed the Crown had “filed for divorce” while Māori were “blissfully unaware”. Her comments roused a sleepy crowd who broke into applause. Act leader David Seymour, the ...

ANALYSIS: The Crown has repeatedly breached the Treaty of Waitangi since it was signed in 1840. The Principles of the Treaty ...

Despite 185 years of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, the relationship between Māori and central Government continues to face challenges ...

It's often a day marked by spirited politics and at times boisterous protest. But Thursday's anniversary of New Zealand's founding document, the Treaty of ...

A bill aimed at ending long-standing rights from the indigenous population has fuelled this year’s heated events.

Senior Ngāpuhi members say fiery debate at Waitangi isn't going anywhere, so Te Tii Marae could be the best place for it to ...

Hundreds of people are expected in Akaroa today with the "surprise" attendance of the prime minister for Waitangi Day ...

Māori leaders in the Far North turned their collective back on the government in an emotional demonstration against what they ...

The controversial Treaty Principles Bill has been front and centre as politicians and leaders have gathered at the majestic Waitangi Treaty Grounds for a d ...

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