Tag: Maori culture

As the sun painted the sky over Te Whare Rūnanga, the air was alive with melodies, conversations, and the rhythmic splash of paddles gliding through the ocean. Among the thousands gathered at Waitangi, each...

Waitangi Day 2025: A Day of Cultural Celebration and UnityWaitangi Day, a significant event in New Zealand's history, was commemorated with fervor across the nation. The day began with a poignant dawn ceremony at...

Early morning light gently kisses the Te Whare Rūnanga Marae on the upper Treaty grounds, signaling the start of Waitangi Day commemorations. The air is filled with anticipation and a sense of unity as...

The highly anticipated Waitangi political talks saw a surprising turn of events this year as the expected crowd failed to materialize. Various factors, including the tangihanga of Dame Iritana Tāwhiwhirangi and the absence of...

Summary: Political leaders are gathering at the Waitangi Treaty Grounds for the annual Parliamentary pōwhiri, providing a platform for speeches and interactions between politicians and the indigenous Māori community. Prime Minister Christopher Luxon will...

Janet Dickson, an Auckland Real Estate Agent, recently faced a significant setback in her career after losing her challenge against the Real Estate Authority over a compulsory Te Tiriti course. The High Court's ruling...

Ancient Carving Discovered at Far North Urupā Reveals Grave OriginThe mystery of a large carving found washed up on a Northland beach has been solved, with the owners identified, but the circumstances behind its...