Mike Tana, mayor of Porirua

All over the country today events are being held to mark 179 years since the Treaty of Waitangi was signed. You can find out what's happening near you here. In Porirua, for the second year running, a hugely popular festival is being held on the city's waterfront. Mayor Mike Tana is on the programme to talk about why their Waitangi Day celebrations are such a hit as well as explain what's on today's agenda. An official Powhiri will be held at 11:00am to kick the festivities off.