Photo: NZ HeraldGisborne iwi say the unprecedented expression of regret by the British government for the harm caused when James Cook arrived in New Zealand in 1769 opens a new chapter in their history. Ms Clarke told Morning Report yesterday the expression of regret was about reconciliation and acknowledging the "wrongs of the past". After working it through with her government she was able to deliver the expression of regret. Rongowhakaata iwi general manager Amohaere Houkamau told Morning Report it was about recognising the pain caused to mana whenua. The expression of regret for iwi was "an affirmation that people are given recognition of the loss and the pain that we still feel".

Source: Otago Daily Times October 02, 2019 23:15 UTC