The treaty of Waitangi: a framework for Maori health development.(RESEARCH ARTICLE)

From: New Zealand Journal of Occupational Therapy | Date: March 1, 2007| Author: Kingi, Te Kani | Copyright information

Abstract

The Treaty of Waitangi is often described as New Zealand's founding document. However, and since its first signing on 6 February 1840, confusion and debate has often surrounded its interpretation and application, its value as an historical manuscript and its broader significance to the contemporary development of New Zealand. While there is unlikely to be any clear consensus on the application of the Treaty of Waitangi or what its original intent may have been, ...

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