Waitangi Day in Nelson

Waitangi Day celebrates the signing of the treaty between settlers and the Maori people 185 years ago. There were many speeches in a Maori language we didn't understand, but there was a wonderful rhythm, expression and some humour in it all. The singing was uplifting. I picked up the wisdom to be "good ancestors" and an understanding that the people of Nelson are keen to create a fair and lasting community for all its people, despite some retrograde steps of national politics. There followed a party atmosphere in the Founders area of Nelson, many different food stalls and families
having fun. We returned to Sue and David's for a quiet afternoon and evening catching up on reading and holiday planning.Baca selengkapnya