TravelWhy exploring NZ's rich Māori heritage is a must-doOPINION: Visit Waipoua Forest at night with a Māori guide for a spiritual experience.16 Jun 08:00 PM
PremiumEntertainmentAuckland Writers Festival special: Debut novel tackles themes of identity and belongingRead an exclusive extract from Shilo Kino's All That We Know.16 May 12:51 AM
PremiumPoliticsParliament marks 110 years of haka, as Te Pāti Māori MPs face wrath of Privileges CommitteeHaka have been performed in Parliament for more than a century.06 May 05:00 PM
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PremiumOpinionClaire TrevettClaire Trevett: Luxon pays steep price for Seymour's Treaty Principles Bill07 Feb 04:00 PM
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New ZealandPhotos: Waitangi Day dazzles as thousands gather to commemorate historic occasionA dawn ceremony at Te Whare Rūnanga Marae started the day.06 Feb 01:08 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 ZealandHīkoi heads to Waitangi Treaty HouseNorthland rangatahi have taken up the mantle from their elders and are leading the hīkoi. Video / Dean PurcellWatch05 Feb 09:27 PM
New ZealandPita Tipene reflects on his last Waitangi as chairman of the Waitangi National TrustWaitangi National Trust chairman Pita Tipene reflects on this year's Waitangi events. Video / Alyse WrightWatch05 Feb 08:11 PM
New ZealandWaitangi Day 2025Thousands gathered at the Waitangi Treaty Grounds for this morning's dawn service. Photo / Dean PurcellWatch05 Feb 07:49 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
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 ZealandDay three at WaitangiThe Government is welcomed to the Waitangi grounds as protesters disrupt David Seymour's speech. Video / Alyse WrightWatch05 Feb 05:04 AM
New ZealandGovernment welcomed onto Waitangi Treaty Grounds with a pōwhiriThe government was formally welcomed onto e Treaty Grounds with a pōwhiri. Video / Alyse WrightWatch05 Feb 04:29 AM
New ZealandToitū te Tiriti action 'just getting started' says Eru Kapa-KingiThe Whangārei-born spokesman says he is passionate about speaking out for justice.05 Feb 03:00 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
PhotosKia Ora Waitangi 2025The week-long festivities have been full of colour ahead of Waitangi Day. Photos / Dean Purcell and Alyse Wright05 Feb 01:41 AM
New ZealandHow quick-thinking police rescued two teens at Waitangi celebrationsPolice said the teens were fully clothed, wearing Crocs and struggling to swim.05 Feb 12:50 AM
New ZealandWaitangi 2025: Protesters turn their backs on SeymourProtesters turn their backs on Act leader David Seymour during his speech at the Waitangi Treaty Grounds marae.Watch04 Feb 11:13 PM
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
PoliticsShane Jones speaks to media at WaitangiNew Zealand First minister Shane Jones arrives at Waitangi by boat and answers questions from the media. Video / Dean PurcellWatch04 Feb 09:43 PM
New ZealandRecord number of travellers bound for Waitangi | NZ Herald News UpdateRecord number of travellers bound for Waitangi, Treaty Principles Bill described as the tip of the iceberg and expectations that unemployment will rise. Video / NZ HeraldWatch04 Feb 05:57 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 ZealandDay two at WaitangiThe Kīngitanga is officially welcomed to the Waitangi grounds and Labour MPs keep up with waka-paddling traditions. Video / Alyse WrightWatch04 Feb 05:27 AM
