Analysis - The prime minister's attendance at Ōnuku marae was plagued by protest, distraction and delay. It underlined his avoidance of Waitangi, and was met with a forceful message from the hosts.

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

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

February 6th has seen its share of transformative events throughout history, marking significant changes in politics, culture ...

The Treaty of Waitangi's anniversary passed quietly amid political strains in New Zealand. Prime Minister Luxon avoided the main event, with controversy over a proposed law redefining the treaty's ...

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

A Dawn Ceremony marked the beginning of Waitangi Day commemorations at Te Whare Rūnanga Marae, while a traditional waka parade took place in front of Te Tii Marae before docking near the lower Treaty ...

Thousands gathered in Waitangi, New Zealand on Thursday (February 6) to celebrate the signing of the country’s founding document.

New Zealand on Thursday marked the anniversary of its founding document, the Treaty of Waitangi. The day came with quiet ...

Thousands gathered across New Zealand on Thursday to celebrate the signing of the country’s founding document and some called ...

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