Tens of thousands of New Zealanders took to the streets to protest against proposed amendments to the historic Waitangi Treaty, claiming it undermines the rights of the Māori people. The far-right ACT party seeks a narrower interpretation of the treaty, originally established in 1840, which they argue discriminates against non-Māori citizens. Despite a significant turnout at the Parliament, the proposed changes lack sufficient support, but tensions continue to rise, prompting widespread demonstrations.