Auckland Anniversary Day

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Auckland Anniversary Day 2024: A Fun-filled Celebration from Waikato to Manawatū-Whanganui

Auckland Anniversary Day 2024 - Events in Waikato - Historical Significance of September 18 - Manu Art Tradition

Discover the exciting events, controversies, and traditions surrounding Auckland Anniversary Day 2024 in New Zealand! From manu art to historical debates, it's a vibrant mix of culture and entertainment.

Auckland Anniversary Day 2024 is set to be a lively and eventful celebration across Waikato, Auckland, Coromandel, Bay of Plenty, Northland, Gisborne, and even in some parts of Manawatū-Whanganui. The atmosphere is buzzing with anticipation as communities gear up for festivities. There's a humorous debate stirring around whether the date of Auckland Anniversary Day should be moved from its current proximity to January 29, linked to Governor-General William Hobson's arrival, to another date like September 18. In a bold move, community advocate and musician J Hustle is bringing back the traditional art of manu to Māngere, believed to be its birthplace, adding a creative flair to the celebrations. Amidst the fun and frolic, the historical significance of the day is being pondered upon, with discussions on why September 18 could be a more fitting date given the rich cultural tapestry of Auckland.

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Auckland Anniversary 2024: Waikato community leaders supportive ... (New Zealand Herald)

Excitement is in the air as people in the Waikato , Auckland, Coromandel, Bay of Plenty, Northland, Gisborne and some in Manawatū-Whanganui are in for a ...

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Yeah, Nah: Should the date for Auckland Anniversary Day be ... (Stuff.co.nz)

The anniversary currently falls on the Monday closest to January 29. The trust says this date, which was when Governor-General, William Hobson, first landed in ...

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J Hustle takes the manu back to the South side on Auckland ... (New Zealand Herald)

Community advocate and musician J Hustle is taking one of his passions, the art of manu, back to Māngere where it is thought to have originated, running a.

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The case for celebrating Auckland's anniversary on September 18 (The Spinoff)

As the sunrise peaked over the waters of te Waitematā on a windy, misty morning, a karanga warmed the cold air atop Maungawhau. Lines of traffic formed on ...

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Auckland Anniversary Day 2024 (New Zealand): Activities, History ... (Newsd.in)

Auckland Anniversary Day 2024 in New Zealand commemorates Auckland's origins and cultural tapestry with carnivals, concerts, and pleasant weather, attracting ...

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Waitematā Harbour sparkles for Auckland Anniversary Day (New Zealand Herald)

Auckland Anniversary Day has had a bit of a rough ride in recent years: first the Covid pandemic restricted participation, then last year the weather kept.

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Rough seas don't deter small sailors at the 184th Oceanbridge ... (Live Sail Die)

Rough conditions for the 184th Oceanbridge Auckland Anniversary Day Regatta yesterday sent many of the keelboat entrants packing. But the high winds, ...

The weather's expected to play ball today in Auckland for another ... (NZCity)

The Auckland Anniversary Day Regatta is back after last year's weather-related cancellation - organisers predicting a big turnout of both entrants and ...

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Newsable: Auckland Anniversary date has nothing to do with its history (Stuff.co.nz)

Currently, the public holiday falls on the Monday closest to January 29 each year. That date does not relate to Auckland's history. In fact, it was the date ...

Rough Seas Dont Deter Small Sailors At The 184th Oceanbridge ... (Scoop.co.nz)

Rough conditions for the 184th Oceanbridge Auckland Anniversary Day Regatta yesterday sent many of the keelboat entrants packing. But the high winds, ...

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