2010 Treaty Debates – Evolution and not revolution

Leading Treaty scholar Dr Claudia Orange chairs exciting and thought-provoking debates on the Treaty of Waitangi.

28 January, 6.30pm–7.45pm – Prof. Paul Spoonley & Dr Ranginui Walker

Professor Spoonley considers the reaction over the last 30–40 years to growing Māori activism, as seen through the lens of a key protagonist – Dr Walker – who will respond.
Note: Due to a technical issue, the video of this debate is not yet available, but we are working to the best of our abilities to make it available as soon as possible.
4 February, 6.30pm–7.45pm – Mason Durie & Colin James

Professor Mason Durie considers the Treaty of Waitangi, how future relationships might evolve, and possible options for the country to move forward. Journalist and political commentator Colin James will respond.

The Treaty Debates will be video recorded and available on Te Papa’s website. Latecomers will not be admitted as Radio New Zealand National will be recording the debates.

Organised by Te Papa in partnership with the New Zealand Centre for Public Law at Victoria University of Wellington.

Glass replica of the Treaty of Waitangi, in the Signs of a Nation | Ngā Tohu Kotahitanga exhibition
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