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Treaty Of Waitangi
Maori cheifs have signed the Treaty of Waitangi which give the British Sovereign over New Zealand and New South Wales, Australia. -
New Zealand Separates From Colony Crown
New Zealand separates from the Crown Colony, meaning we separate from New South Wales. -
New Zealand Debates Election
The settlers of New Zealand want an elected or representive goverment, instead of being ruled by the Crown.This system follows British parlimententry tradition, known as Westminister System. -
First New Zealand Elections
The House of Representives first elections are held. Thirty seven members are chosen under the First Past the Post. -
Henry Sevell Becomes First Premier
Henry Sevell forms the first "Responsible" goverment- a system that needs the support of members in the house. -
Parliment Moves
Parliment move sto Wellington, which has just been made the Capital. -
Males Of The Age Of 21 Get The Right To Vote
All males over the age of 21 get the right to vote. Previosly they had to own or rent property of a certian value. -
Supreme Court Established
The Supreme court Act 2003 establishes a New Zealand-based court of fine appeal. -
MMP Is Confermed
New Zealands voting system is a referendum held at the same time as voting.
