HashtagsCompiled on | #Waitangiday2025 |
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Related Hashtags | #Waitangi, #Nzpol, #Toitutetiriti, #HonourTeTiriti, #Honourthetreaty, #NewZealand |
2025 Date | 6 February 2025 |
2026 Date | 6 February 2026 |
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Waitangi Day in 2025 Top X Posts (formerly Tweets) for Waitangi Day -Updated
Waitangi Day HistoryWaitangi Day commemorates the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi in 1840. The Treaty, signed between Maori Chiefs and the British Crown, is considered New Zealand’s founding document and aimed to establish a British Governor in the country while endorsing Maori ownership of their lands, forests, and fisheries. The day has since become a platform for celebrating Maori culture, as well as a time for reflection on the progress and challenges of social harmony and cultural respect within the nation. For Australians, the observance of Waitangi Day also holds importance due to the close ties that exist between Australia and New Zealand, both culturally and historically. Incorporating Maori people into the broader Australian society has become vital, with a significant Maori population living in Australia. Additionally, many Australians work and live in New Zealand or have family ties to the country, bringing the significance of Waitangi Day beyond New Zealand's shores. Acknowledging this day provides an opportunity for Australians to gain a deeper understanding of the Maori culture and the historical foundations of their neighboring nation. Various cultural events, performances, and gatherings are organised to celebrate the day, sharing traditional Maori food, music, and dance. These events provide an enriching platform for cross-cultural connections and highlight the importance of understanding New Zealand's history and cultural identity. Waitangi Day is observed on the 6th of February every year. Waitangi Day Facts
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