‎Waitangi Day 2026: What’s Open, Surcharges And Events

New Zealand marks Waitangi Day each year on 6 February, commemorating the first signing of Te Tiriti o Waitangi in 1840. In 2026, Waitangi Day falls on a Friday, meaning most workers are entitled to a paid public holiday and a long weekend.Unlike Easter, Christmas Day, or Anzac Day before 1pm, Waitangi Day does not come with mandatory trading restrictions. As a result, many businesses across the country will operate largely as normal.

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Two dead, several injured in Brown University shooting

The Indian Weekender reports that at least two people were killed and several others seriously injured following a shooting at Brown University in the United States on Saturday (Sunday NZT). The incident triggered a large-scale police response and forced the university campus into lockdown, according to reports by Stuff.

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Ankit Bansal Named National’s Palmerston North Pick

Palmerston North business owner Ankit Bansal, 36, has been selected as the National Party’s candidate for the Palmerston North electorate in the 2026 General Election, marking his second consecutive run after contesting the seat in 2023. The announcement reflects growing confidence in Bansal’s leadership and strong grassroots connection with the community.

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