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

The Prime Minister has defended his choice not to attend Waitangi this year and says while he may travel in future he does not want the day to be “dominated” by the historic site. Normally the country ...

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

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

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

The Prime Minister received a warm welcome after heading south for Waitangi Day – but a warning that he must show stronger ...

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

New Zealand marked Waitangi Day which laid the country bicultural foundation on Thursday to commemorate the 185th anniversary of the signing of the ...

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

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

A dawn ceremony marked the beginning of Waitangi Day commemorations at Te Whare Rūnanga Marae on the upper Treaty grounds. Events were also held throughout the country, with hundreds of people ...

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 ...