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

One belief was virtually universal within the Waitangi forum tents: existing as Māori is inherently political.

Waitangi Day in New Zealand is marked by controversy as Māori leaders condemn a proposed bill to redefine the Treaty of ...

Whether they were listening to the music, getting their face painted, shopping at stalls or enjoying food, locals say they ...

Analysis - The prime minister's attendance at Ōnuku marae saw protest, distraction and delay. And it underlined his absence ...

Waitangi Day is a time to reflect on where we have come from and look forward to what we can achieve together. It has always ...

Hamilton Kirikiriroa celebrated its first central city Waitangi Day festival with an unprecedented turnout, reflecting its ...

New Zealand turned 185 on Thursday. Tensions are running high on the eve of the country's national day, commemorating the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi between Maori and the Crown in 1840. On ...

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

Māori have been writing about their experiences for two centuries. Here, the authors of a new book about that literary legacy ...

Hundreds of people are expected in Akaroa today with the "surprise" attendance of the prime minister for Waitangi Day ...