Te Tiriti: Our Foundation Treaty

Understanding Te Tiriti o Waitangi Year 10 Social Studies Our Nation's Foundation

What is Te Tiriti o Waitangi?

A treaty signed on 6 February 1840 Agreement between Māori chiefs and the British Crown Two versions: Te Tiriti (Māori) and The Treaty (English) Foundation document of New Zealand

Two Versions, Different Meanings

{"left":"Te Tiriti (Māori version): Chiefs kept tino rangatiratanga (sovereignty/authority)\nThe Treaty (English version): Chiefs ceded sovereignty to the Crown\nTe Tiriti: Māori retained authority over their lands and taonga","right":"The Treaty: Crown gained complete governance\nMost chiefs signed Te Tiriti in Māori\nBritish used English version for legal purposes"}

Timeline: From Signing to Today

Treaty Principles in Action

Work in pairs to research a recent Treaty settlement Find out: Which iwi? What was returned or compensated? How does this settlement help the iwi today? Present your findings to the class

Te Tiriti Today

'Te Tiriti is not just a historical document - it's a living document that guides our nation's future and the relationship between Māori and all New Zealanders.'