Protests and a New Zealand leader's absence overshadow a day marking the founding treaty with Māori
It’s often a day marked by spirited politics and at times boisterous protest. But Thursday’s anniversary of New Zealand’s ...
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New Zealand political leaders congratulate Trump
The main opposition Labour Party leader Chris Hipkins, according to Radio NZ, “congratulated Trump on his inauguration, saying the party wished him and the American people success.” ...
New Zealand ACT Party leader calls for privatisations, rails against Marxism
Far-right minister David Seymour proposed selling state houses and privatising health and education, and expressed alarm at ...
Opposition 'concerned' by diplomatic row between New Zealand government and the Cook Islands
Labour leader Chris Hipkins says he is very concerned about the "rapidly deteriorating relationship" between the government and the Cook Islands. It comes as Cook Islands Prime Minister Mark Brown is ...
Waitangi Day in New Zealand overshadowed by treaty controversy
Waitangi Day in New Zealand is marked by controversy as Māori leaders condemn a proposed bill to redefine the Treaty of ...
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Over 400 NZ church leaders oppose controversial changes to historic treaty with Maori as public consultation ends
“As Christian leaders from across Aotearoa New Zealand, we express our commitment ... “We therefore express our opposition to the proposed Treaty Principles Bill.” The letter pointed to ...
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The Treaty Principles Bill sparks a passionate debate
The Treaty Principles Bill, introduced by Act Paty Leader David Seymour has ignited a firestorm of debate and opposition across New Zealand.