What is the history of the Waitangi Tribunal?
The Waitangi Tribunal was established by the Treaty of Waitangi Act 1975. Since the Treaty was signed in 1840, Māori have made many complaints to the Crown that the terms of the Treaty were not being upheld. Often these petitions and protests fell on deaf ears. In 1877, one judge said the Treaty was a ‘legal nullity’.
What is the main purpose of the Waitangi Tribunal?
Set up by the Treaty of Waitangi Act 1975, the Waitangi Tribunal is a permanent commission of inquiry that makes recommendations on claims brought by Māori relating to Crown actions which breach the promises made in the Treaty of Waitangi.
Who established the Waitangi Tribunal?
Matiu RataWaitangi Tribunal / FounderMatiu Waitai Rata was a Māori politician who was a member of the New Zealand Parliament for the Labour Party from 1963 to 1980, and a cabinet minister from 1972 to 1975. In 1979 he resigned from the Labour Party and formed the Mana Motuhake Party. Wikipedia
What was wrong with the Waitangi Tribunal?
Waitangi Tribunal Te Rōpū Whakamana i te Tiriti o Waitangi The worst pollution was from the Waitara Borough outfall, which emptied sewage and industrial waste into the sea near some of the reefs. This outfall was damaged and overloaded, which made the problem worse.
Why the Treaty of Waitangi was created?
The purpose of the Treaty was to enable the British settlers and the Māori people to live together in New Zealand under a common set of laws or agreements. The Treaty aimed to protect the rights of Māori to keep their land, forests, fisheries and treasures while handing over sovereignty to the English.
Why is the Treaty of Waitangi important to New Zealand?
The Treaty promised to protect Māori culture and to enable Māori to continue to live in New Zealand as Māori. At the same time, the Treaty gave the Crown the right to govern New Zealand and to represent the interests of all New Zealanders.
When was the Tribunal formed?
Its orders are enforceable by law once they have been registered with the Magistrates Court. The Tribunal began operating on 1 July 1998, amalgamating 15 smaller boards and tribunals, creating a ‘one-stop-shop’ for handling a broad range of disputes.
Who was involved in the Waitangi Tribunal?
The Waitangi Tribunal has up to 20 members. They are appointed by the Governor-General on the recommendation of the Minister for Māori Development. Members come from all walks of life and are appointed for their expertise in the matters that are likely to come before them.
How was the Treaty of Waitangi broken?
Total land loss In the 20th Century there was further loss of Māori land to the Crown through private and Government purchases and under the Public Works Act, that sometimes breached the Treaty.
Why was the Treaty of Waitangi signed for kids?
It was signed on February 6, 1840, at the northern settlement of Waitangi. The treaty purported to protect Māori rights and was the immediate basis of the British annexation of New Zealand. At the time William Hobson was Britain’s designated consul and lieutenant governor of New Zealand.
What is the purpose of a tribunal?
They hear evidence from witnesses but decide the case themselves. Tribunals have limited powers (depending on the jurisdiction of the case) to impose fines and penalties or to award compensation and costs.
Why was the Treaty of Waitangi created?
Why did NZ need a Treaty?
What are the 3 P’s of the Treaty of Waitangi?
the principles of partnership, participation and protection
The “3 Ps” comprise the well-established Crown Treaty framework – the principles of partnership, participation and protection.