THE COALFACE REALITY OF HONOURING THE TREATY OFWAITANGI IN TODAY'S LAW, LOCAL GOVERNMENT, EDUCATION,HEALTH, SOCIAL SERVICES AND MOREIt's 175 years since the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi. At times they've been years ofconflict and bitterness, but there have also been remarkable gains, and positive changesthat have made New Zealand a distinct nation. This book takes of stock of where we'vebeen, where we are headed, and why it matters.Written by some of the country's leading scholars and experts in the field, it ranges fromthe impact of the Treaty on everything from resource management to school governance.Its focus is the application of the Treaty from the viewpoint of practitioners - the peoplewho are walking and talking it in their jobs, communities or everyday lives - and it vividlytracks the ups and downs of bringing the spirit and principles of the Treaty to fruition.SALES POINTS* An excellent contribution to the body of knowledge about the Treaty in everyday lifein New Zealand.* A useful stocktake of progress in applying the Treaty across a range of fields andhow this has changed our country and made it so distinctive.* Published in time for Waitangi Day media interest.* Expert writers and accessible approach.