Man about town Ricardo Simich brings you Society Insider. This week, David Seymour and Alexandra Vincent Martelli are engaged ...

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

National has kicked off 2025 by diving headfirst into plans for economic growth – and it wasn’t long until Act threw in its ...

Despite the destined backlash, ACT Party leader David Seymour still fronted up to Waitangi.  Greeted by turn backs, waiata, and protest - he spoke on ...

The Labour leader’s approach to Waitangi commemorations and his speech at the political pōwhiri has been noted as a stand-out; presenting a positive vision amidst palpable discontent ...

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

Dozens of schools are giving their students and some teachers a four-day weekend, choosing not come back to class on Friday ...

A high school that makes its own healthy lunches says they hardly have any leftovers at the end of the day. Bay of Islands ...

ACT's leader doesn't want the Waitangi Trust to face financial repercussions following an intense day at the Treaty grounds.

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 ...

Commemorations include a flag raising ceremony, the traditional waka parade and a number of performances from local groups.

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