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The first proposal that Waitangi Day be made a public holiday was mooted in 1957 by the New Zealand Labour Party. After their election, though, rather than create an entirely new public holiday, Labour passed the 1960 Waitangi Day Act. This allowed individual localities to redesignate an existing public holiday as Waitangi Day. For instance, in 1963 Auckland Anniversary Day became Waitangi Day for Northland.
In 1971 Matiu Rata, Labour shadow minister for Maori Affairs, introduced a private members’ bill to make Waitangi Day a national public holiday in its own right. This bill failed, but after a successful 1972 election, Labour announced that from 1974 the 6th of February would be a national holiday called New Zealand Day.
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∙ 15y agoNew Zealand's national holiday (Feb 6) was known, and is still known, as Waitangi Day. It was changed to New Zealand day in 1973 but changed back to Waitangi Day in 1976.
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When is Waitangi Day in New Zealand in 2011?
Febuary 6th is waitangi day you just have to search for calender of new zealand holidays and it will tell you .
Why is waitangi only celebrated in New Zealand?
New Zealand was founded by the Treaty of Waitangi which was a treaty between Maori, as represented by many, but by no means all, Maori tribal leaders, and Pakeha (non-Maori) as represented by British government officials. The Treaty's official signing date was 6th of February, 1840 which is why 6th of february is known as Waitangi Day.
What day does the treaty of waitangi get celebrated?
Waitangi Day is a national day of New Zealand. It is a public holiday and is celebrated on 6th February. On this day the treaty of Waitangi was signed that is New Zealand's founding document.
What is the value of a 1977 New Zealand Silver Jubilee 1 Dollar coin?
A New Zealand 1977 One Dollar coin (Waitangi Day), uncirculated and in absolute mint condition could fetch up to $6 NZD. There were 70,000 minted. A reputable coin dealer will be able to give a more accurate valuation.
Why is the treaty of waitangi controversial?
WHY? because the treaty of waitangi is why Maori and pakeha live happily together in New Zealand (Aotearoa) its why Maori and pakeha arent still fighting and its why Maori are respected by pakeha and everyone else living there! thats WHY its still important today. :) kiwi, 14
When is Waitangi Day in New Zealand in 2011?
Febuary 6th is waitangi day you just have to search for calender of new zealand holidays and it will tell you .
What day does Australia celebrate Waitangi Day?
Australia does not celebrate Waitangi Day. Waitangi Day is unique to New Zealand, where it falls on 6 February every year.
Why is waitangi only celebrated in New Zealand?
New Zealand was founded by the Treaty of Waitangi which was a treaty between Maori, as represented by many, but by no means all, Maori tribal leaders, and Pakeha (non-Maori) as represented by British government officials. The Treaty's official signing date was 6th of February, 1840 which is why 6th of february is known as Waitangi Day.
Why is waitangi day so significant?
According to the Wikipedia under the heading of Waitangi Day it is said Waitangi Day commemorates a significant day in the history of New Zealand. It is a public holiday held each year on 6 February to celebrate the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi, New Zealand's founding document, on that date in 1840.
What are some festivals in New Zealand?
waitangi day
Why is waitangi day called waitangi day?
Because the treaty was signed in waitangi also known as Russell
Where are the main Waitangi day celebrations held in New Zealand?
The main waitani=gi day celebrations is held in the treaty of waitangi
What day does the treaty of waitangi get celebrated?
Waitangi Day is a national day of New Zealand. It is a public holiday and is celebrated on 6th February. On this day the treaty of Waitangi was signed that is New Zealand's founding document.
Who created Waitangi Day?
Richard Newton
When is New Zealand independents day?
New Zealand's equivalent of Independence Day is celebrated as Waitangi Day, on Feb 6.
What are some of New Zealand's holidays?
Waitangi Day, Queen's Birthday
What is the special day for new zealand people?
6th Feburary- Waitangi day. Anzac day
