Tens of thousands gathered in Wellington for a historic protest against a controversial bill affecting the interpretation of the founding treaty between Maori and the crown.
Protester Hayley Komene expressed pride in the diverse turnout, calling the government's Maori policies 'absolutely ridiculous' and emphasizing that Te Tiriti is a constitutional document.
Organizers anticipate up to 50,000 participants in the final stage of the hikoi, significantly surpassing the historic 2004 Foreshore and Seabed march.
The hikoi, which began nine days ago, showcases the strong sense of Maori sovereignty, illustrated by the widespread use of the tino rangatiratanga flag.
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