OpinionOpinion: Memories of a leader – Dame Iritana’s enduring impactAt 86, Tāwhiwhirangi gave a bold interview amid a 2015 Kōhanga Reo spending controversy.06 Feb 06:54 AM
New ZealandWaitangi Day: Māori, Government tensions persist over Treaty issuesDespite 185 years of Te Tiriti, the relationship still needs work, says Pita Tipene.06 Feb 01:00 AM
LiveNew ZealandWatch: PM faces continued questions about his Waitangi Treaty Grounds absenceThe Prime Minister's opted for Akaroa over Northland this year.06 Feb 12:13 AM
PhotosA nation celebrates: Waitangi 2025Thousands gathered at Waitangi in Northland to celebrate our national day. Photos / Dean Purcell05 Feb 11:56 PM
New Zealand‘A magical feeling’: How kaupapa waka changed Dutch paddler’s lifeKoos Wabeke said he had now travelled to NZ nine times, seven especially for Waitangi Day.05 Feb 11:45 PM
New ZealandDay four at WaitangiWaitangi Day sees thousands attend the dawn service and other events at the grounds. Video / Alyse WrightWatch05 Feb 11:33 PM
New ZealandHowzat! Siblings embrace culture with Māori cricket selectionSadie and Cohen Stewart are having a ball representing their iwi in Māori cricket.05 Feb 11:22 PM
New ZealandLearn and earn: Rotorua expert leads 'unique' new Māori performing arts degreeJamus Webster takes up role after nearly 30 years at Rotorua Boys' High School.05 Feb 09:13 PM
OpinionLuxon: Why I’m not at Waitangi and why Seymour’s bill won’t become lawOPINION: The Treaty Principles Bill will not become law, ensuring ongoing dialogue.05 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusiness‘Legacy’: New solar-powered buildings at marae near Kaipara HarbourDevelopment is a significant step for the hapū and creates a legacy: Te Kurataiaho Kapea05 Feb 04:00 PM
KahuWhy this Waitangi Day Google Doodle is a cultural milestoneThe central figures perform a hongi, sharing the breath of life in the artwork.05 Feb 11:01 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon WilsonSimon Wilson: Poison in the ears - Seymour, Jones and the battles of WaitangiOPINION: The Government parties jostle for leadership at Waitangi. 05 Feb 06:27 AM
New Zealand‘A servant of her people’: Dame Iritana Tāwhiwhirangi farewelled'Iritana had a very, very firm belief that we can be better.'05 Feb 04:33 AM
LivePolitics‘I just gave them $10m’: Shane Jones threatens to stop funding for Waitangi National TrustIt came after David Seymour had his microphone taken off him twice during his speech.05 Feb 02:59 AM
New Zealand‘Waitangi for our Rangatahi’: Waitangi event in Gisborne for the youthWaitangi is looking relatively quiet in Tūranganui-a-Kiwa and Tairāwhiti05 Feb 02:59 AM
LivePoliticsSeymour's mic taken away, protesters turn their backs during Waitangi speechThe atmosphere was intense as David Seymour bent down to pick up the wero.04 Feb 10:51 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWaitangi: It’s all about weaving the song and danceGoodwill, singing and even dancing have broken out at Waitangi. 04 Feb 04:00 PM
OpinionOpinion: Why redefining Waitangi Day is crucial for national unityOPINION: Governor Hobson summed up the Treaty’s intent: 'he tahi tatou' – 'we are one'.04 Feb 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘Rich Māori culture’: Rotorua to host major indigenous health conferenceOver 600 health professionals, researchers, clinicians, advocates and families will visit.04 Feb 04:00 AM
New Zealand'Overly harsh punishment': Real estate agent loses court battle over Māori course requirementHobson's Choice lobby group calls court decision "outrageous".04 Feb 03:19 AM
PoliticsTe Pāti Māori to demand a new Te Tiriti Commissioner to audit Governmentt policyThe co-leaders indicated it could be a bottom line policy.04 Feb 01:34 AM
PoliticsMexican Ambassador to meet with Winston Peters amid Shane Jones' ‘xenophobic’ commentsThe comments from Shane Jones have been deemed 'xenophobic' by the Greens.04 Feb 12:13 AM
New ZealandLife has come full circle for league legend Nikau'I love speaking at events like the Expo because it is talking to like-minded people....'03 Feb 09:30 PM
New ZealandKotahitanga on display as hāngī feeds 10,000 people at Te Tii Waitangi MaraeFrom harvesting kai to weaving rourou baskets the sheer scale of the operation was massive03 Feb 06:58 PM
PoliticsNgā Puhi to welcome Te Pāti Māori, Māori Queen ahead of Government pōwhiriThe remaining five political parties will be welcomed tomorrow.03 Feb 05:03 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialOpinion: Why Shane Reti’s demotion was inevitable in health reshuffleOPINION: The ousted Health Minister has been dignified in exiting the role.03 Feb 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon WilsonSimon Wilson: Snapshots from the new New Zealand for Waitangi weekOPINION: The changing face of Aotearoa NZ as we head towards Waitangi Day on Thursday.03 Feb 04:00 PM
OpinionOpinion: Why Waitangi Day should unite, not divideThe Treaty Principles Bill has been at the centre of recent protests.03 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon WilsonWaitangi: Marama Davidson and Chris Hipkins in the limelight - Simon WilsonOPINION: Grins all round at Waitangi, at least for now.03 Feb 05:16 AM
New Zealand‘Colonisation of the mind’: Why Māori have low home ownership rates - and how that can changeMākere Hurst is studying the wellbeing impacts on Māori of Māori land loss.03 Feb 05:00 AM
PoliticsWaitangi 2025: Fallen MP inspires Marama Davidson's challenge to Govt amid political returnDavidson's return comes eight months after being diagnosed with breast cancer.03 Feb 03:19 AM
New Zealand'Part of history': Māori wardens' vital role in Waitangi eventsThis year marks the first with Māori wardens working 24/7 at Waitangi.03 Feb 12:19 AM
New ZealandAshburton school admits uniform passes ‘culturally inappropriate’The school has responded to its uniform passes after outrage on social media. 02 Feb 09:26 PM
OpinionOpinion: Why Luxon’s Waitangi no-show mattersMāori still face challenges like language loss and inequitable service access.02 Feb 04:00 PM