Another Waitangi Day has come and gone, but questions have been raised about the political drama that impacted this year's events.

Deputy Prime Minister David Seymour faced some hecklers, but the big event overshadowing the weekend was Senior Labour MP Peeni Henare announcing his departure.

Newstalk ZB political reporter Ethan Griffiths explained further.

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Another Waitangi Day has come and gone, but questions have been raised about the political drama that impacted this year's events.
Deputy Prime Minister David Seymour faced some hecklers, but the big event overshadowing the weekend was Senior Labour MP Peeni Henare announcing his departure.
Newstalk ZB political reporter Ethan Griffiths explained further.
LISTEN ABOVE

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Ethan Griffiths: Newstalk ZB political reporter recaps the action from Waitangi weekend 2026

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