David Seymour

Professor Joanna Kidman, head of a research centre on extremism, has openly criticised the government’s position on boot camps for youth offenders.

Booing and singing over government speakers has characterised the first morning at Waitangi, the official celebration of New Zealand’s national day.

‘The most important value is that you can make a difference in your own life, and the lives of those you care about,’ he said.

The governing ACT says the Treaty of Waitangi does not mean separate political positions and laws for Maori people.

The Maori Party is organising the protest.

Prime Minister elect Christopher Luxon has concluded negotiations with New Zealand First and ACT New Zealand