Introduction: The Kiingitanga, or Māori King movement, is a powerful symbol of Māori self-determination and cultural resilience. Its history, spanning over 160 years, is a testament to the enduring... Read more »
Introduction: Today, amidst a mix of sorrow and hope, Māoridom bid farewell to their beloved King, Kiingi Tuheitia Pōtatau Te Wherowhero Te Tuawhitu, while simultaneously welcoming a new era... Read more »
Introduction: John Minto, a name synonymous with New Zealand’s social justice movements, has dedicated his life to challenging injustice and advocating for equality. From the anti-apartheid protests of the... Read more »
Photo/ Hamilton City Council Library Introduction: Te Tiriti o Waitangi, signed in 1840, remains a cornerstone of New Zealand’s history and identity. Yet, the question of who bears the... Read more »
Introduction: The words of Kiingi Tāwhiao, the second Māori King, echo across generations, offering a powerful message for our times through his tongikura or proverb: “Māku anō e hanga... Read more »
Introduction: Andrew Judd, the former Mayor of New Plymouth, is a figure whose story offers a complex and compelling narrative about confronting personal prejudice and advocating for social change.... Read more »
The Māori nation maintains that they never ceded sovereignty to the Crown, and for good reason. Primarily, this is because that is not what they signed up for. There... Read more »
Introduction: The recent admission by Labour Party leader Chris Hipkins, that Māori never ceded sovereignty marks a pivotal moment in Aotearoa New Zealand’s history. This long-awaited acknowledgment, echoing the... Read more »
Introduction: The term “white fragility” refers to the defensive and uncomfortable reactions European New Zealanders experience when confronted with discussions about racism and privilege. In Aotearoa New Zealand, this... Read more »
Introduction: The Māori community in Aotearoa has experienced a complex and often painful history marked by colonial policies that aimed to dismantle their cultural practices, language, and land ownership.... Read more »