For this activity, LS2 learned about the Treaty of Waitangi and the National Flag of New Zealand. What makes the Treaty of Waitangi so significant for the people of New Zealand? The Treaty of Waitangi, signed in 1840, is a pivotal document that outlines the relationship between Māori, the indigenous people of New Zealand, and the Crown, representing a significant moment in New Zealand’s history. It has three main articles that set out the responsibilities and rights of both parties: the first article grants the Crown sovereignty over New Zealand; the second article guarantees Māori authority over their lands, villages, and tūturu (things that are treasured); and the third article promises Māori the same rights and privileges as British subjects.
Maori Flag:
The design of the maori flag is a koru which symbolises new life, growth, strength and peace, with their colours which are black, white, red and black symbolises potential being.
New Zealand Flag:
The New Zealand flag is a flag with a blue background with a Union Jack in the corner and four red stars with white borders. The blue of the background is intriguing of the blue sea and sky surrounding us, and the stars of the Southern Cross.
United Tribe Flag:
The united tribe flag was adopted as a national flag by a group of rangatira in 1834 and is today more closely associated with the Maori people.
Union Jack Flag:
The Union Flag, or Union Jack, is the national flag of the United Kingdom. It is so called because it combines the crosses of the three countries united under one Sovereign.