Radio NZ did an in-depth interview with Matarora Smith about her experiences at Waitangi over the past decade.
See the interview here at https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/in-depth/540680/waitangi-day-through-the-lens-of-a-maori-warden-i-m-a-part-of-history-changing
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Māori Wardens worked with Katipā and NZ Police to manage crowds, traffic and public safety at Rātana celebrations.
The week-long celebrations included pōwhiri for three days leading up to the birthday celebration...
Māori Wardens helping with the hikoi – in the control room, helping keep the path clear, managing the traffic and in amongst the crowds on Parliament grounds.
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Yesterday was the last day of the Hikoi for Toitū Te Tiriti. More than 150 Māori Wardens were on the ground in Wellington helping out. The pictures tell the story. Aroha ki te tangata.
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