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The 2009 Treaty Debates explore Maori economic and political experience of the Treaty.

Chaired by historian Dr Claudia Orange and law lecturer Dr Claudia Geiringer.

  • Treaty Debate 1 (2009)

    The first debate features Roger Kerr and Robert McLeod from the New Zealand Business Roundtable, exploring historical and contemporary perspectives on Maori, business, and the economy. Audio

  • Treaty Debate 2 (2009)

    Professor Philip Joseph from the University of Canterbury and broadcaster and former local body politician Derek Fox square off about the origins, value, and future of the Maori electoral seats. Audio