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Jonathan Ayling: The sleight of hand shaping the Ti Tiriti debate
OPINION: A Treaty seen as unchallengeable will only push regular Kiwis away.
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Stories and analysis from The Northern Express Herald.
Christopher Luxon speaks to media from Waitangi
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon visited the Waitangi grounds today, where he faced the Iwi Chairs Forum in a private meeting to discuss his Government’s past year in power.
How a dusty Gerry Brownlee led to a road to Waitangi being sealed
Ministers, council celebrate collaboration ahead of invective at Thursday's pōwhiri.
Ngāpuhi: What’s holding back the country’s last major iwi settlement?
Iwi, minister give update on the status of the country's last remaining major settlement.
Famous Puccini aria in Te Reo at event celebrating Māori economy
A unique version of a famous aria at a Waitangi event celebrating the Māori economy.
Chris Hipkins speaks to media over Peeni Henare leaving politics
Hipkins speaks to media from Waitangi after Senior Labour MP Peeni Henare confirmed he's leaving politics in the next few weeks. Video / Alyse Wright
'No bad feeling': Labour MP Peeni Henare explains why he's leaving politics
Henare had not put himself forward for his former Tāmaki Makaurau seat.
Opinion: Why choosing partnership this Waitangi Day will shape Aotearoa’s future
Labour will go to Waitangi this year urging partnership and rejecting division.
Adrian Rurawhe: From Rātana Pā to the Speakers Chair
Adrian Rurawhe leaves as one of few MPs entitled to 'Right Honourable'.
Watch: 'Really proud' – Luxon congratulates teen running sensation Sam Ruthe after record-breaking feat
The PM took over interviewing duties when Ruthe appeared on a live cross.
Opinion: Why a Tiriti-led Aotearoa is the antidote to fear and division
Davidson warns against politicians who use the Treaty to divide New Zealanders.
Adam Pearse: What to expect from Waitangi 2026 without the Treaty Principles Bill
OPINION: The PM is heading north this week but won't be in Northland for Waitangi Day.
'We’re still fighting': Hīkoi to Waitangi pushes rights of next generation
The march from Cape Rēinga to Waitangi to fight for rights will keep the US in mind.
PM to attend Waitangi next week, Herald understands
Christopher Luxon's yet to officially announce where he will be.
Closed cafes inside slip cordon call for financial relief
They are torn between grieving lives lost and stress for their staff and finances.
Former Speaker the first MP to confirm retirement ahead of 2026 election
The 64-year-old former Speaker will step down on Waitangi Day.
Questions remain on unity in Te Pāti Māori following long-awaited AGM
Mariameno Kapa-Kingi was reinstated, but Tākuta Ferris stayed out of the hui.
Ali Campbell returns to Northland for Waitangi weekend UB40 show
The UK singer vividly recalls reading the Treaty of Waitangi during a Northland visit.
'First redress': Crown move signals shift in Ngāpuhi settlement talks
Kororipo Pā in Kerikeri is to be returned to Ngāpuhi in time for Waitangi Day 2026.
Letters: Does NZ need a new Thanksgiving Day holiday?
OPINION: 'New Zealanders have much to be proud of and thankful for.'
We should examine whether privatisation is a good idea
OPINION: Prime Minister Christopher Luxon suggests privatisation is on the cards.
Claire Trevett: Luxon pays steep price for Seymour's Treaty Principles Bill
Luxon gave Seymour an inch - he has now suffered for miles.
Simon Wilson: The kōhanga generation comes to Waitangi
ANALYSIS: If we want to close those gaps, we already have a model for how to do it.
Audrey Young: The best thing about Christopher Luxon's absence from Waitangi
OPINION: Luxon's absence shone a light on the best speech about the Treaty in many years.
Board games, bouncy castles and beats: Gisborne’s Waitangi celebration in pictures
All ages had something to enjoy at Te Rūnanga o Tūranganui a Kiwa's event centre.
Waitangi Day 2025: Inside Tent City, the 1000-person waka camp
Hundreds of kaihoe and supporters gather every year near Paihia for the waka pageant.
PM says Waitangi Treaty Grounds need not ‘dominate’ national day of celebration
Prime Minister wants Waitangi Day be celebrated across the whole country.
‘A great mix of cultures’: Rotorua’s vibrant Waitangi Day festivities
The Waitangi Day event in Rotorua attracted up to 10,000 visitors.
Unity and aspiration: Thousands join Hawke’s Bay Waitangi celebrations
A Hīkoi of Unity was held near Clive, celebrating local Treaty signings.
'A reconnect for me': Thousands embrace Māori culture at event
Māori in the Moana unites the community through culture, music and workshops.