I think Kerain has a great point of view, I also think he’s right. Why can’t we have more celebrating? instead of all the dramatic arguments we have, we have 364 other days that we can argue. Why can’t we just have a barbeque and say all the good things about our county? For example, we’re the only county to get our land back, and aren't fully ruled by the queen.
What does Waitangi Day mean to you or your family?
Waitangi is just another day away from school, or work for our family. We don’t celebrate or anything for some reason, never did when I think about it. It’s kind of just a break away from everything, a lazy day.
What groups do you think benefit from Waitangi Day?
People who need a break from work, or the native people of New Zealand.
How do you think New Zealanders could do more to celebrate Waitangi Day?
They could have a big function where everyone comes, children and adults could have a great time. Or they could have a break from all the arguing about how the agreement wasn't thought about, and actually have break.
These are very well thought out answers Danielle. I agree, now that many of the treaty claims have been resolved, I think we should use Waitangi Day as a time to celebrate the good things about our country!
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