Communities bring Waitangi to the Waikato
The Waikato marks the historic day with a number of community events.
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'We have to be a lot smarter today': Tāme Iti welcomed back to Waitangi
White flags were waving this morning as a sign of a new blank canvas.
Rob Rattenbury: We want the best treaty outcomes
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Simon Wilson: The spirit of Waitangi - unity, righteous anger, jokes and music
OPINION: There's a common purpose at Waitangi this year but the Government isn't here yet.
'Celebration and discovery': Waitangi Day in Rotorua
Waitangi Day events in Rotorua and the region.
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Wrap of events in Tauranga and Katikati for Waitangi Day.
Wildfire warning issued across NZ for Waitangi weekend
Fenz: Don't be the person who ignores advice and starts a wildfire.
Five myths and misconceptions that confuse the Treaty debate
OPINION: It is worthwhile to investigate common Treaty misconceptions.
Paula Bennett: There’s a whole lot of grey in being a politician
OPINION: Waitangi weekend is a good time to reflect on respect for each other.
Peeni Henare at Waitangi: 'I lift my gun, I let the shots do the talking'
Fighting talk was the order of the day at Waitangi on Saturday.
Opposition parties welcomed at Waitangi
The opposition parties were welcomed today onto the Treaty grounds at Waitangi. Watch excerpts of speeches by James Shaw and Chris Hipkins. Video / NZ Herald
Waitangi grounds: Tai Tokerau’s first wahine Māori Governor-General
Wāhine leaders have been welcomed onto the Waitangi Treaty Grounds this morning.
Horseback homage to historical hīkoi on route to Waitangi
Riders are expected to join the annual hīkoi on the final leg.
Stories behind the flags flying high at Waitangi
'The flags being waved this Waitangi don’t mean any harm, we protest in peace'.
9 things to do this weekend and on Waitangi Day
Here's what to do over the long (ish) weekend this year.
'Points to our nationhood': Iwi support Treaty despite not signing in 1840
Why some iwi did not sign in 1840 and are still fighting for justice.
The Treaty: A collective fire ignites in the belly of our people - Debbie Ngarewa-Packer
OPINION: Te Pāti Māori outline the Treaty obligations.
Hipkins grills Luxon on smokefree legislation in first Question Time of 2024
Meanwhile, the Green Party's James Shaw said he will resign as co-leader.
Opponents of Waitangi Tribunal plans urged to listen
Waitangi Tribunal members and claimants are meeting on Tuesday in Waitangi.
Simon Wilson: Meet you on the bridge? Luxon heads to Waitangi
Opinion: The PM heads to Waitangi this weekend needing to take charge of the race debate.
Boris Sokratov: Why is the Government trying to rewrite Aotearoa history?
Opinion: I'm heading to Waitangi to protest with Tame Iti.
From the MTG: Celebrations and a challenging anniversary
Waitangi Day, Chinese New Year, cyclone devastation, and the Art Deco Festival returns.
Shane Jones issues challenge to his hecklers - come to Waitangi
They could expect 'a verbal lashing' if they tried it again.
Hawke's Bay Waitangi Day 'opportunities for reflection and action'
Waitangi Day's about unity in diversity.
How valuable is the Treaty of Waitangi today?
OPINION: Act's decision to redefine the Treaty is likely to dominate Waitangi Day events.
Hīkoi from Cape Reinga to Waitangi about fighting for Te Tiriti
Organisers expect this hīkoi will be large and loud to protect the Treaty of Waitangi.
Northland holiday hot spots booking out fast for long weekends
Holidaymakers encouraged to get in quick if wanting to camp in Northland later this month.
Act won’t attend Rātana; Luxon and Peters set to speak
Act leader David Seymour says the Waitangi Day celebrations carry more significance.
Up to 80,000 expected at Waitangi this year
Between 60,000 and 80,000 people are expected at Waitangi this year.
Chinese Kiwis to visit hundreds of ancestors’ graves at Waitangi
The group will be visiting nearly 500 graves facilitated by local iwi.
Simon Wilson: Is the Government trying to start a culture war over te reo Māori?
OPINION: Why is the Government so out of touch with its inflammatory te reo policies?
Midnight Oil frontman Peter Garrett to headline free Waitangi @ Waititi concert
The indigenous rights campaigner will perform at the West Auckland concert.