Geoff Parker: The Politicisation of Indigeneity and the Mythologising of New Zealand’s Past

In modern New Zealand politics, few concepts have been stretched, reshaped, and weaponised as dramatically as “indigeneity.” What was once a descriptive anthropological term has evolved into a powerful political label, invoked to justify constitutional preferences, resource allocations, and competing visions of national identity. But as the term has gathered political force, it has drifted further from the actual historical record — and further still from the material realities of when human beings first reached these islands.

Point of Order: Buzz from the Beehive - 24/10/23

Not all Māori agree with Rawiri and Debbie’s demands for Israeli ambassador to be sent packing

The comforting news from the government today is that there is none. The inhabitants of the Beehive have posted no new announcements on the government’s official website since the PM last week announced New Zealand is providing $5 million humanitarian support to Israel and Gaza.