FW: Adoption of national Maori flag in New Zealand

[Tracy Jacobs]

Kia ora

I thought list members might be interested in this information on the adoption of a national Maori flag:


http://www.mch.govt.nz/nzflag/maori-flag.html

Guidelines for flying the national Māori flag
Introduction
Recently, Cabinet has noted that a preferred national Māori flag has been identified, and that it is intended to complement the New Zealand flag. Cabinet also noted that it is proposed that the flag will fly on certain buildings and structures and sites of national significance on Waitangi Day, and that government agencies may also fly  the flag at their discretion on Waitangi Day [CAB Min (09) 44/15 refers].

The national Māori flag was identified through a nationwide consultation process, as detailed below. While it does not carry official status, by virtue of its design, it is a symbol of this land which can complement the New Zealand flag. Flying the two flags together, on days of national significance like Waitangi Day, will symbolise and enhance the Crown-Māori relationship.


Nga mihi nui mo te tau hou (Happy New Year!)

Tracy Jacobs
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