Waitangi Day

Waitangi Day Quick Facts - AU

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2023 Date	6 February 2023
2024 Date	6 February 2024

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Waitangi Day in 2023

Monday, 6 Feb

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Waitangi Day History

Waitangi Day celebrates the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi in 1840. The Treaty of Waitangi is considered to be New Zealand's founding document. The date marks an important moment in the nation's history and is celebrated as New Zealand's National Holiday.

Waitangi Day is celebrated annually on February 6th or the following Monday if it falls on a weekend. The day was first celebrated in 1934 and has been a public holiday since 1974 in New Zealand.

Top Tweets for Waitangi Day -

Updated 03:08

Starting the parliamentary year with a beautiful ceremony at the New Zealand High Commission to mark the signing of The Treaty of Waitangi. Our countries have much to learn from one another on how we recognise and celebrate our First Nations communities. #WaitangiDay https://t.co/Wlmel2YMl5
— Patrick Dodson (@SenatorDodson) February 5, 2023

I extend my warm wishes to my good friend @NanaiaMahuta and all New Zealanders today on Waitangi Day. Commemorating community and culture is a value both our countries share, especially on our respective journeys of reconciliation. https://t.co/jrxARJuFcj
— Senator Penny Wong (@SenatorWong) February 6, 2023

Best wishes to all New Zealanders on their national day, Waitangi Day. I look forward to welcoming Prime Minister @chrishipkins to Canberra tomorrow and discussing ways to build on trans-Tasman cooperation.
— Anthony Albanese (@AlboMP) February 6, 2023

Waitangi Day Facts & Quotes

The Waitangi Treaty was signed by 500 Maori Chiefs and the several leaders who were representing the British Crown.
The Treaty was signed in two different versions, one in English, the other in the Maori language. These two different versions have caused many issues over the years as it is claimed that the two documents did not mean the same thing to those who signed them.
It is estimated that when the British first arrived in New Zealand, there were somewhere between 90,000 and 200,000 Maori living on the islands.
Waitangi Day is frequently marred by protests from Maori Party members.
It is my strong belief that the days and events around Waitangi Day should contribute to the building of a sense of New Zealand identity and purpose. - Helen Clark, Former Prime Minister of New Zealand

In the News and Trending for Waitangi Day

Updated 03:08 King Charles' Waitangi Day message causes stir across the ditch after no mention of Australia Day

newshub.co.nz

Charles sends first Waitangi Day message to New Zealand as King as royal family forgoes Australia Day wishes

skynews.com.au

Waitangi Day 2023 Message from ANZSOG Dean and CEO Adam Fennessy PSM | ANZSOG

anzsog.edu.au

Friday Five: Celebrate Waitangi weekend in Wellington

wellington.govt.nz

Waitangi Day Top Events and Things to Do

Read a book about the Waitangi Treaty. Some of our favorites Mission Girl, The Treaty House, Frontier of Dreams and The Treaty of Waitangi.
Donate to the Commemorating Waitangi Day Fund which supports the day's events.
Rise early to participate in the traditional Dawn Service in Te Whare Runanga on the Treaty Grounds. This marks the beginning of the celebration day.
Generate awareness for the day by using hashtags such as #WaitangiDay, #WaitangiTreaty and #Maoripeople.
Attend local food stalls. These food stalls sell traditional Maori dishes as well as other tasty treats. Most cities have these stalls and nearby live entertainment from Maori and locals alike.