Articles tagged with Treaty Of Waitangi
Crown Reaches Agreement in Principle to Settle Ngai Tai Treaty Claims
1 week ago | 83 viewsThe Crown has signed an agreement in principle to settle the historical Treaty claims of Ngai Tai, marking a significant step after claims were first submitted over 150 years ago. The settlement includes conservation land, $12 million in financial and commercial redress, and reserved marine space for aquaculture consents. This agreement acknowledges the Crown's past wrongs and initiates negotiations toward a comprehensive deed of settlement for Ngai Tai, an iwi based in the eastern Bay of Plenty.
Tags: Ngai Tai Treaty of Waitangi Paul Goldsmith The Crown Whakaaetanga Matua Tōrere Bay of Plenty Treaty claims aquaculture deed of settlementNgāti Paoa Treaty Settlement: Historic Resolution After 14-Year Negotiation
1 month ago | 173 viewsThe Crown has settled 14 years of negotiations with Ngāti Paoa, acknowledging historical breaches including raupatu and land laws impacting the iwi's development. The settlement includes a financial redress of $23.5 million, cultural redress with 12 significant sites, and agreements with Crown agencies. Ngāti Paoa's engagement in the legislative process and hope for a thriving future were highlighted during the final reading in Parliament.
Tags: Paul Goldsmith Ngāti Paoa Treaty of Waitangi Crown Raupatu Te Tiriti o Waitangi Pūkorokoro Ngāti Pāoa Waikato Ngāti PaoaWhanganui Barrister Bernadette Arapere Appointed as District Court Judge by Attorney-General Judith Collins
1 month ago | 217 viewsAttorney-General Judith Collins appointed Bernadette Arapere, a barrister from Whanganui, as a District Court Judge. Judge Arapere, admitted to the bar in 2005, previously worked as a Crown Counsel and has a diverse legal background in public law and litigation. She will be based at the Hastings District Court, with a swearing-in ceremony scheduled for 29 November.
Tags: Judith Collins Bernadette Arapere District Court Judge Ngāti Raukawa Ngāti Tūwharetoa Ngāti Maniapoto Crown Law Office Treaty of Waitangi Transport Accident Investigation Commission Teachers’ Disciplinary TribunalNgāti Rāhiri Tumutumu Deed of Settlement Signed: Landmark Treaty Negotiation Conclusion in Wellington
2 months ago | 340 viewsThe Government has concluded 15 years of negotiations with Ngāti Rāhiri Tumutumu by signing a Deed of Settlement in Wellington, including financial and cultural redress of $5.5 million and the return of 17 cultural sites. The settlement aims to address historical injustices, support the iwi's aspirations, and promote prosperity for future generations. Ngāti Rāhiri Tumutumu's historical grievances involve land confiscation, Crown purchasing, and mining, leading to economic, social, and cultural challenges. Legislation will be introduced to Parliament to enact the settlement into law, and the deed of settlement is available online at Te Tari Whakatau - Ngāti Rāhiri Tumutumu.
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3 months ago | 351 viewsArts, Culture and Heritage Minister Paul Goldsmith announces up to $300,000 in contestable funding available for community events celebrating Waitangi Day and the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi. The Commemorating Waitangi Day Fund aims to support events that reflect on New Zealand's shared history and cultural contributions, bringing communities together to recognize all aspects of national identity. The Fund encourages new applicants to propose innovative ways for communities to participate in Waitangi Day events, with applications closing on October 20, 2025.
Tags: Waitangi Day Treaty of Waitangi Commemorating Waitangi Day Fund Paul Goldsmith Arts Culture Heritage Minister New Zealand community events fundingNgāpuhi Milestone: Kororipo Pā Returns in Historic Legislation
3 months ago | 348 viewsLegislation returning Kororipo Pā to Ngāpuhi passed its first reading in Parliament, marking the end of three years of negotiations led by Ngāti Rēhia with support from hapū. This settlement is the first redress provided by the Crown to Ngāpuhi and signifies a commitment to reaching a comprehensive agreement. Kororipo Pā, a significant historical site for Ngāpuhi, will be transferred to Te Rūnanga o Ngāti Rēhia Trust in 2026 while maintaining its historic reserve status and public access.
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