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A selected history of the protests in New Zealand that shape modern day Aotearoa, starting with the early 1800s, through to anti-nuclear and land rights. Mandy Hager looks at the background, the structure of the protest and how it affected attitudes. Includes a brief look at the Pacific Islands claims for independence.

People have been protesting in New Zealand for hundreds of years. So, what were their issues? Did their protest make the change they wanted? Is protesting worth it? Can change be made through protest?

The book will include a brief outline explaining how each event came about, what the issues were, and whether the protest resulted in any changes. Further online resources with extension material and teacher’s resources for further investigation will be developed.

Who was Hone Heke?
What was Parahaka?
When did unionising become a terrorist act?

Aimed at intermediate plus students, this collection will encourage students to feel that they can make a difference, that protesting or speaking up can bring change.