Kia ora koutou, My name as some of you will know is Gareth Morgan, I was born and raised in Putaruru in the South Waikato by my mother and father. My Father was Roderic Morgan and my mother Mary Morgan … Read More

As part of our conversation on the Future of the Treaty of Waitangi, Gareth is visiting Ratana Church today. As he sets out in the interview with Mark Sainsbury, he will be calling on Pakeha to live up to the promises … Read More

Positive discrimination is not wrong per se, in fact sometimes it is necessary to overcome the lingering disadvantage faced by certain groups. However, it must be used carefully to ensure it doesn’t increase resentment or division in society. Favouring any … Read More

So far we’ve identified the achievements of the Treaty settlement and reconciliation process, and flagged that the process is now being pushedbeyond the point of being useful. Let’s turn to how important Maori aspirations can be addressed more effectively and … Read More

Much has been achieved since the renaissance of the Treaty of Waitangi began in 1975. That should be celebrated. The Treaty – as represented by the original versions of 1840 and all the efforts to modernise its meaning since – … Read More