Post by Kiwi Frontline on Mar 9, 2016 16:33:28 GMT 12
Politicians to hear petition for Land Wars national day
Politicians will hear the case for an official day of recognition for the 19th century New Zealand Land Wars - from high school students.
More than 13,000 people have signed a petition in favour of a Land Wars Day, started by students from Otorohanga College. It will be presented to the Maori Affairs select committee on Wednesday.
"I think we can have more relevant public holidays than some of the ones we have now," Mahuta said.
"We could, for example, celebrate Matariki on the Queen's Birthday which is near the same time."
Mahuta said New Zealand's story and history should take precedent when remembering significant days for the country…..
www.stuff.co.nz/national/politics/77629603/politicians-to-hear-petition-for-land-wars-national-day
Politicians will hear the case for an official day of recognition for the 19th century New Zealand Land Wars - from high school students.
More than 13,000 people have signed a petition in favour of a Land Wars Day, started by students from Otorohanga College. It will be presented to the Maori Affairs select committee on Wednesday.
"I think we can have more relevant public holidays than some of the ones we have now," Mahuta said.
"We could, for example, celebrate Matariki on the Queen's Birthday which is near the same time."
Mahuta said New Zealand's story and history should take precedent when remembering significant days for the country…..
www.stuff.co.nz/national/politics/77629603/politicians-to-hear-petition-for-land-wars-national-day
