Today, 6th February, is Waitangi Day - New Zealand's national day that celebrates the signing of treaty between the Maori chiefs and the Pakeha (white New Zealanders) thus marking the birth of the modern nation. The Treaty made New Zealand a part of the British Empire, guaranteed Maori rights to their land and the rights of British citizens.
This notable event occured at Waitangi in the Bay of Islands in 1840. The Treaty House at Waitangi National Reserve acts as a museum and visitor centre recording these important events in New Zealand history. The reserve also houses the Whare Runanga, a Maori meeting house and the 100ft long war canoe or waka.
So, as you enjoy your evening raise a glass of finest New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc and toast Waitangi Day. We shall certainly be doing so!
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Very nice informative blog! I'm glad you like NZ as much as I do.
Posted by: Scott | February 09, 2008 at 04:20 AM