Waitangi Day
ACT shares iwi leaders education aspirations
National's potential coalition partner ACT says they agree with the iwi leaders about self-determination and sovereignty, when it comes to things like education. David Seymour has been to Waitangi… Audio
Govt has failed in its 'year of delivery' Bridges
The Government's record on delivering for Maori, was called into question by Simon Bridges during his speech at Waitangi. The leader of the National Party said the so-called "year of delivery" had… Audio
Zero Carbon Act start of addressing climate issues
Green Party co-leader, Marama Davidson says the Zero Carbon Act is the foundation of how progress the country is making to resolve big climate change issues and looks ahead to what the Greens'… Audio
Peters calls for Māori women to lead children's aspirations
Winston Peters says he wants to see Maori parents, especially mothers encourage their children to be heroes, whether it's in sport, music or education. Mr Peters says it's his hope that Maori will… Audio
Ardern calls for efforts to get the basics right for Maori
The Prime Minister, Jacinda Ardern says the Government must address housing and child poverty before it can begin resolving wider aspirations for Maori, but she says she also wants New Zealand history… Audio
Calling Home: Ereti Mitchell in Scone, Scotland
Former East Coaster Ereti Mitchell is the 2019 UK New Zealander of the Year. She is Calling Home from Scone, Perthshire. Audio
Big issues, barbecues and curly questions at Waitangi
A year ago at Waitangi the PM said “hold me to account when I return.“ 12 months later she got put on the spot about the basics of the Treaty. Audio
The BIG issue: Waitangi Day
Well as we head into Waitangi Day its time to take stock of what it represents - in remembrance of the signing of the Treaty 179 years ago on February 6. What it means to you, and to our panelists and… Audio
Question of the day: What does Waitangi Day mean to you?
What does Waitangi Day mean to you? Audio
PM ahead of Waitangi: 'we do have a way to go'
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern says government initiatives are creating jobs and opportunities for Māori, even if there is a long way to go. Audio
Brian Tamaki will bring 'issues': Jones
Destiny Church leader Brian Tamaki has been invited to Waitangi and he's expected to bring about 2000 supporters, but MP Shane Jones says they will cause 'issues' for the local marae and police.
Aussie beer event advert 'mocking Māori culture'
A Melbourne bar has been criticised for using an image of a former St Kilda mayor with tā moko drawn on his face to promote a Waitangi Day event.
Record numbers enjoy harmonious day at Waitangi
Forty thousand people battled the scorching heat in Waitangi yesterday to make it to one of the biggest and busiest Waitangi Day commemorations ever. Carparks were overflowing and many market stalls… Audio
Stock market falls: 'We've been overdue for a correction'
The wild swing in world stock markets has continued overnight. Wall St has been on a rollercoaster ride, attempting a fight back after suffering its biggest one-day fall since 2011. But the European… Audio
Clean up focus for West Coast on Waitangi Day
West Coasters will mark Waitangi Day with a working bee to clean up beaches around Greymouth following last week's storm.
Jacinda Ardern makes history at Waitangi
Jacinda Ardern today became the first female Prime Minister to speak during the formal proceedings at Waitangi. Her speech touched on her hopes for her child, and her hopes for the future of… Video, Audio
Waitangi PM lovefest - but there's work to do
So far pre-Waitangi Day events have been largely amicable. Dr Aroha Harris discusses what shape the relationship between Maori and the government needs to take. Audio
Your guide to Waitangi Day concerts
Some of the best Māori musicians are playing free gigs this Waitangi Day. Here's our handy guide to who is performing where. Video
'Northern tribes will have much to say'
Opinion - News that Jacinda Ardern is to speak at Waitangi inspires mixed emotions, writes Ella Henry.
Plea to move Waitangi Day pōwhiri for Crown
Elders of the Waitangi marae have asked for a meeting with the trust that runs the Treaty grounds, to look at moving the Waitangi Day pōwhiri for the Crown.
